Dos and Don’ts on travelling Laos

It is important to know about your dos and don’s in Laos if you are travelling to this country, either for a short visit or for a longer stay. Laotians are hospitable, friendly and enthusiastic people. Therefore, take note some tips below to have a enjoyable and relaxing trip without any troubles.

Dos

* The Lao word for Hello is “Sa Bai Dee”, say with a smile and you will be welcomed.

* The formal greeting is called “Nop”, is usually used with handshake between men.

* Take off shoes before enter Lao’s house or temple.

*  Dress neatly, keep silence and be polite while visit temples or any sacred places in Laos.

*  If you want to join the Alms Giving ceremony in every morning, a traditional custom of Laotian, keep silence and show your respect for this ritual.

* Accept drink or water that Lao people serve even you don’t want to drink.

* Try Lao traditional foods as much as possible.

Don’ts

• Use your feet to touch or point at something, someone.
• Shout or make noise in public.
• Throw trash in wrong places is considered improper.
• Bath nude in public is impolite and rude to Lao culture.
• Turn you back to the statue of Buddha.
• Make noise, honking on joining Lao street.
• Touch on Lao women’s body or kiss her hand without permission is rude, discourteous.

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