Chiang Mai is wonderful, but so is Luang Prabang. It is, however, quite
different in character. It is considered the cultural capital of Laos.
There is a lot to do there (including renting motorbikes...which we did to
get to the Kuang Xi waterfall -- awesome!), but expect it to be different.
Otherwise, what's the point in going. It is a much smaller town, but with
lots of character and lots to do: http://www.kirkanddonna.com/rtw/Laos.htm
Enjoy!
Donna
http://www.KirkandDonna.com/
"NYCutler" wrote in message
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> I've been to Chaing Mai two years ago...I absolutely loved it...
>
> .I plan on returning to Thailand in early March & thinking of a side trip
to
> Laos.
>
> Does Luang Prabang offer activities similar to Chaing Mai?
> (Hill Tribe Treks, Elephant & Raft expeditions, Great Markets? Motor bike
> rental?)
>
> How would you compare the two cities?
>
> THanks!!!
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