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Shopping in Laos
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Laos is famous for its woven silk and cotton which are found in varying designs throughout the country. Each area has its own specific design. Most products eventually find their way to Vientiane and can be found in the Morning Market – a rainbow of colours of silks and cotton. If you do not find what you like when travelling round the country, make sure that you visit the morning market in Vientiane before you leave.
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Laos Passport and Visa
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All visitors and travellers to Laos must possess a passport with validity of at least 6 months after entry and an appropriate visa, except for those who come from a country which has bi-lateral agreements with Laos on visa exemption. Visas for Laos can be obtained at a Lao Embassy or issued upon arrival in Laos at some of Laos' international ports. Visas issued upon arrival are not available at all border crossings.
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Laos Money and Banks
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The unit of currency in Laos is the Kip which is available in 5,000, 2,000, 1,000, 500, 100 and 50 kip notes. In major towns, Thai Baht and US Dollars are readily accepted in markets, hotels and restaurants. Many hotels will only accept US dollars.
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Laos Food and Drink
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Lao food is traditionally eaten with sticky rice, with the fingers. In the countryside, people will all eat family style, sitting on the floor, sharing a few dishes. Traditional Lao food is dry, spicy and very delicious. The food eaten in Laos is influenced by its neighbours and the colonial French.
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Laos Festivals and Events
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This article contains information on Laos festivals and events which might affect the tours in Laos.
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