Do you know what you should pay attention to when traveling to Laos?

1. Prepare sun-protective clothing and supplies, and bring an umbrella when traveling from May to October. Laos has a tropical or subtropical monsoon climate. The average temperature throughout the year is 26 degrees Celsius. The weather is hot and the sunshine is strong. It is very important to prepare sun-protective clothes and supplies. May to October is the rainy season in this country, with frequent precipitation. Bringing an umbrella with you when you go out can better ensure the smooth progress of your trip.

2. Respect local beliefs and customs. The Lao people believe that the head is the most sacred part and that no one can violate it at will. The left hand is considered dirty and it is taboo to pass things or food with the left hand.

3. Prepare local currency. The Lao kip is the local legal currency, and the RMB is not yet available in Laos. It can be exchanged at domestic banks before leaving the country, or in Laos. You must go to formal channels to exchange currency to avoid being used by local criminals.

4. Pay attention to the time difference. Laos adopts the time in the East 7th zone of Greenwich, while China adopts the time in the East 8th zone, so Laos time is one hour behind Beijing time. If you have to deal with domestic affairs, you should pay attention to the time difference factor to avoid delays.

5. Enable international roaming service for your mobile phone in advance or purchase a local calling card. Personal safety is the first priority when traveling abroad. It is very important to have a mobile phone that can communicate with others to ask for help in time when encountering danger, and to be able to contact your companions in time when you are separated.

Baidu Encyclopedia - Laos

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