A Perfect Place for Relaxing
On the other hand, don't panic if the mention of adventure travel doesn't sound like a vacation to you! The country is officially known as the "Laos People's Democratic Republic," or Laos PDR, but many friendly locals will tell you that the "PDR" stands for "Please Don't Rush." "Laid back" is the adjective that people most frequently use to describe Laos.
Laos has an extremely relaxed atmosphere that permeates all aspects of the country, including bus schedules, business hours, and any other relevant itinerary details. Despite being a landlocked nation, Laos nevertheless has opportunities to go to the beaches and islands of Si Phan Don, a Mekong River archipelago known in English as "the 4000 islands." The only things you can do in this place except relax on the beach and watch the sunset from your hammock are swim and drink the local beer and whiskey known as "Lao Lao."
The resultant feeling on the ground there is one of ultimate relaxation where you never feel rushed or hurried to do anything, you have plenty of space to yourself, and you can enjoy your vacation at a pace that suits you. This is because of the friendly, laid-back nature of the locals and the chill vibes found throughout most of the country. Simply said, Laos is a peaceful location to visit.
