Flew to Laos for about 300 US. I am staying 5 days and 4 nights. I have never been, so I am just playing it loose.
I got in around 12 noon to my guest house. I used the extra day to walk around the city. I hate getting lost and this is the one day I factor-in getting lost. I use the lonely planet map to get around. It is a very small city. I was surprised to find the weather very cool. I took a long nap and got up for dinner. I will say that the food here is the same as Thai, less spicey. I hit the street stalls for some chicken and noodles with a big beer. I found an expat bar down from where I am staying. I sat and watch the locals and had some beers.
I decided on the 2nd day to do a walking tour from the Lonely Planet guide. It's about 3-6 hours long. I visit some shopping, food, and temples. The weather is not the same as yesterday. It is hot. Hotter than Bangkok. So hot that after a shower I sit outside in the shade and watch my shirt get soaked as I do nothing at all. The walking tour was cut short and I took a nap.
I am on day 3 and I must say I don't feel great. I wake up early to breakfast and visit the most famous site in Vientiane. I forget the name, but its used on the cover of most travel guides. I walk all the way there. Its about an hour. I walk around and take pictures. I decide I must get to my place quick, so a Tuk-Tuk is needed. I get home and sleep most of the day. I am now writing this to you. I am the most sick I have been on my travels. I am really tried, my stomach does flip-flops, and the need to be close to a toilet.
We will see what the rest of the trip brings
Bye,
Baker
