Updates from Luang Prabang, Laos

Hello everybody,

I’m sick again whoooooooo!! This time, it’s a sore throat and cough. Don’t worry; I went to a pharmacy again (see below for what they gave me!) I feel like I’m touring the pharmacies of Southeast Asia!!!

I started my first night in the Sunrise River Hostel. I was not alone in my bed. There were small little ants having a sleepover with me, which is not fun in general, but especially not fun when you can feel yourself getting sick. There were also these little critters, but they were cute and outside (how I like most animals).

I have transitioned to a hotel for the rest of my time in Laos. It’s unbelievable the difference $35 can get you.

Laos is BEAUTIFUL!!!!! I’m in a more mountainous town of about 50,000! Everyone is friendly, and kids smile and wave at me as I pass them on the street. I even gave a little girl a high five, which was cute!

This morning, after waking up and needing to cleanse myself of the ant hostel, I stumbled upon a cute cat cafe. The food was fabulous, and I just hung out, read, and sipped some cappuccino while casually chatting with the lady who owned it.

Once it was time to check into my hotel, I ambled across town with luggage in tow.

Even though it’s only a 15 min walk from the hostel to the hotel, it kind of sucked being sick + humidity. I’m pretty sure I looked a little psycho checking into a reasonably nice hotel 🙂

I went to the daily night market for dinner and had some amazing ramen, which soothed my throat.

Here is a picture of the night market. It goes on for so long! The area is just so cute at night, and there are fairy lights everywhere.

I hope to go back and explore more when I’m feeling better. I also want to get out and explore during the days so my body better behave soon!

Although I am missing out on the social aspect of hostels, I love this alone time. I needed it BADLY! I’m going to crawl into bed and call in a night.

Your sicko girly,

Mahala