I went to Veiteine , Vangvieng , and Lungprabang November 2023 and I LOVE IT. The local were extremely nice and helpful to us. Food were awesome. Had Starbucks cofffee by the Mekong river
What I remember so fondly about Vientiane is how chill and relaxed it is for a city. Not all people have the same opinion but for me, I loved Vientiane. Didn’t get the chance to see the top of Patuxay as the stairs were closed during my visit 😜. Nice to see you back in Laos, Nat! 👍🏻👍🏻
Glad to see you back. I was in lungprabang and veitaine 3 weeks ago. The patuxay closed which i didn't get to see upstairs. Hopefully to revisit lungprabang in the future. Thank you for your tips.
Most coffee chains have coffee that isn't great, including Starbucks, but if you do like the mixed coffee drinks with syrup in them I guess it's a good place to get something like that but it's not my thing. I just found your channel and like your perspective on Laos, looking forward to seeing it myself next year, at least that's my plan.
Thank you. I think most Lao people like it sweet. We used to drink coffee with condensed milk in it. Welcome to Laos in advance and thanks for watching my videos😊
Wow, I hope not too many will survive there. Sad, but that will drive out the local businesses. Starbucks coffee is very strong, but I would not pay that price for a cup. We buy the beans, ground and make our pot of coffee at home. Tastes as strong. Very nice view from top of monument. I was there in 2014 but did not get a chance to go to top. Will be sure to go next time.
It is sad indeed how these big corporations killing local businesses. I've noticed near the night market in Vientiane where the Big C is. Almost all small groceries have closed their door. This will be the same in the future.
Starbucks didn’t survive in Australia, because their coffee isn’t very good. I would have thought Vietnamese coffee vendors would be big in Lao - they are so good at it!
Starbuck has become more like a status in poorer countries like Laos. With that price, not everyone can afford it. Vietnamese coffee is still a favorite, especially in the south of Laos like Pakse and Savannakhet
Yes ! We have Dairy Queen and Starbucks here in the USA 🇺🇸. I'll go support the Lao Starbucks business when i arrive. Im really not a fan of Starbucks i perfer Dunkin Donuts coffee. Seems like your westernized and can live aboard. You'll be able to survive. Have you lived in the states before and move to Laos ?
I personally like supporting the local businesses, too. They're the one that are cheaper and need the support the most. I haven't lived anywhere, apart from spending a bit over a year in London. It was good to experience living in different societies.
Starbucks gave up on Sweden. The competition was too fierce for them. You get much bette coffee from a genuine espressobar. Swedes want real coffee not brown water.
Sad to see Starbucks in Laos now. Oh well, some people like it. I think Lao coffee is much better. In LP there is Sinouk, Saffron, Dada, Lulalao and so many more serving amazing local coffee.
The problem I see with all these fast food chains, is all the junk they create. Tons of plastics and crap that end up in nature. I mean you have the masters of Porclaine nearby, coffee is best drunk from a proper porcelaine cup (and Tea of course).
@@natnomad Plastic use needs to go down in any case. What happened to good old Banana leaves :). If anything the West could learn from traditional Asian use of natural containers.
In Vientiane, you can find quite many clubs. I have no idea what to suggest. and for the apartment room. If you have a budget of $300/month, you can easily find a house with two or three bedrooms. Laos is not that expensive in terms of rent.
@@natnomadMyanmar is also building dams but they risc ruining the mighty Irriwaddy. I am all for progress but it must be done in tune with nature. You cannot take away so much food production.
I went to Veiteine , Vangvieng , and Lungprabang November 2023 and I LOVE IT. The local were extremely nice and helpful to us. Food were awesome. Had Starbucks cofffee by the Mekong river.
I went to Veiteine , Vangvieng , and Lungprabang November 2023 and I LOVE IT. The local were extremely nice and helpful to us. Food were awesome. Had Starbucks cofffee by the Mekong river
What I remember so fondly about Vientiane is how chill and relaxed it is for a city. Not all people have the same opinion but for me, I loved Vientiane. Didn’t get the chance to see the top of Patuxay as the stairs were closed during my visit 😜. Nice to see you back in Laos, Nat! 👍🏻👍🏻
As the biggest city in Laos it still quite chill and relaxing. Next time hope you can go up to the top. It's nice to be home for the new year🙂
Glad to see you back. I was in lungprabang and veitaine 3 weeks ago. The patuxay closed which i didn't get to see upstairs. Hopefully to revisit lungprabang in the future. Thank you for your tips.
Thank you. I am glad you had finally visited Laos. I hope you enjoyed your stay.
Interesting tour, thank you!
I refuse to buy coffee from Starbucks
Same
Starbucks franchise in Lao from Starbucks CAMBODIA owner. But the originally from America.❤❤
welcome home
Thank you. Good to be back🙂
Most coffee chains have coffee that isn't great, including Starbucks, but if you do like the mixed coffee drinks with syrup in them I guess it's a good place to get something like that but it's not my thing. I just found your channel and like your perspective on Laos, looking forward to seeing it myself next year, at least that's my plan.
Thank you. I think most Lao people like it sweet. We used to drink coffee with condensed milk in it.
Welcome to Laos in advance and thanks for watching my videos😊
I stopped going to Starbucks many years ago.
Wow, I hope not too many will survive there. Sad, but that will drive out the local businesses. Starbucks coffee is very strong, but I would not pay that price for a cup. We buy the beans, ground and make our pot of coffee at home. Tastes as strong. Very nice view from top of monument. I was there in 2014 but did not get a chance to go to top. Will be sure to go next time.
It is sad indeed how these big corporations killing local businesses. I've noticed near the night market in Vientiane where the Big C is. Almost all small groceries have closed their door. This will be the same in the future.
Starbucks didn’t survive in Australia, because their coffee isn’t very good. I would have thought Vietnamese coffee vendors would be big in Lao - they are so good at it!
Starbuck has become more like a status in poorer countries like Laos. With that price, not everyone can afford it.
Vietnamese coffee is still a favorite, especially in the south of Laos like Pakse and Savannakhet
@@natnomad Sad that people are so materialistic, but we’re all just human I guess.
Trust me, not many Lao people are materialistic because most are poor @@nicholaswright9197
Yes ! We have Dairy Queen and Starbucks here in the USA 🇺🇸. I'll go support the Lao Starbucks business when i arrive. Im really not a fan of Starbucks i perfer Dunkin Donuts coffee. Seems like your westernized and can live aboard. You'll be able to survive. Have you lived in the states before and move to Laos ?
I personally like supporting the local businesses, too. They're the one that are cheaper and need the support the most.
I haven't lived anywhere, apart from spending a bit over a year in London. It was good to experience living in different societies.
Starbucks gave up on Sweden. The competition was too fierce for them. You get much bette coffee from a genuine espressobar. Swedes want real coffee not brown water.
Australia too. Rare proud-of-my-country moment.
Sad to see Starbucks in Laos now. Oh well, some people like it. I think Lao coffee is much better. In LP there is Sinouk, Saffron, Dada, Lulalao and so many more serving amazing local coffee.
I'm glad you got to try them all. Those are good places for coffee.
I hope not many more American chains infiltrate beautiful Laos. Am so happy the Gucci etc didn't stay long😊
Starbucks didnt work in Australia. Most closed down except for a couple that tourists go to. No Aussies drink it lol
Good, I am glad to hear that 😊
Good place to shield yourself from the heat
Yup, and Dairy Queen is a good treat for such weather hehe
Support local. Big company starbucks only takes from the country.
Totally agreed
Are you Lao - American?
No, I'm Lao Lao🙂
don't eat McDonalds and other western fastfood. Starbucks is loaded with sugar and americano's can be had cheaper from the locals.
65000 kip？it's 3.15 usd
Yes, back then before the inflation hit. 3.15 usd was equivalent of 27,000 Kip
The problem I see with all these fast food chains, is all the junk they create. Tons of plastics and crap that end up in nature. I mean you have the masters of Porclaine nearby, coffee is best drunk from a proper porcelaine cup (and Tea of course).
They're growing very fast and all over the place. I hope the McDonald and KFC won't open their branches in Laos.
@@natnomad Plastic use needs to go down in any case. What happened to good old Banana leaves :). If anything the West could learn from traditional Asian use of natural containers.
Maybe this is something for future. NatNomad Ecofriendly Tours of Laos
Don't be a sheep Lao people. You need to support the local coffee business n not expensive Starbucks
How is the hip hop clubs if any and where to find some cheap/good 2 bedroom apartments bro?..Thanks,,,luv ur channel,,I learn alot. coming there soon!
In Vientiane, you can find quite many clubs. I have no idea what to suggest.
and for the apartment room. If you have a budget of $300/month, you can easily find a house with two or three bedrooms. Laos is not that expensive in terms of rent.
Yep, sad country indeed but some people have money to buy it. Unbelievable!
It has become a new status for the middle class citizens of a developing country
Starbuck coffee tastes nasty, people drink it just because the name brand, Laos coffee the best coffee and taste good.
Laos GDP per capita is DOUBLE of Burma and so I don't know why you complain? You guys are millionaires compared to MyanMARS
It is probably due to the Hydro Power, they make lots of money on that.
Dude, the minimum salary here is only $78 a month and the cost of living is two times more expensive than Myanmar
Well, unfortunately 95% are owned by Chinese and foreign investers.
@@natnomadI thought the Hydro Plants were nationalized
@@natnomadMyanmar is also building dams but they risc ruining the mighty Irriwaddy. I am all for progress but it must be done in tune with nature. You cannot take away so much food production.
Stuff America
Stop buying Starbucks about six months ago. I don’t support them.
I've had it once and that was it hehe
American fast food is not healthy, folks
I went to Veiteine , Vangvieng , and Lungprabang November 2023 and I LOVE IT. The local were extremely nice and helpful to us. Food were awesome. Had Starbucks cofffee by the Mekong river.
I glad to hear that you enjoyed your visit to Laos
Starbuck coffee tastes nasty, people drink it just because the name brand, Laos coffee the best coffee and taste good.
It has become a status now in many poorer countries like Laos