Preview of Jeffsadventures’s blog at TravelPod. Read the full blog here: www.travelpod.com This blog preview was made by TravelPod using the TripAdvisor™ TripWow slideshow creator. Entry from: Muang Ngoy, Lao Peoples Dem Rep Entry Title: “To Laos….The Most Laid Back Border Crossing Ever” Entry: “After leaving Sapa, I arrived in the remote town of Dien Bien Phu where the French got their asses kicked by the Vietnamese some time ago. This is the northern most launching point to cross the border into Laos, however, I realized I had a major problem. This border crossing is brand new and very infrequently used. It’s reported that some crossing points don’t issue travel visas upon arrival at the border and this may be one of them. ****! This means I would have to back track all the way to Hanoi and go to the Laos embassy to get one. Fortunately, after a little internet research, I learned from other travelers that they do give “on the spot” visas here, saving me a lot of time and money. My problems were only beginning though. When I arrived at the Laos guard station, there was absolutely no one there; except the guards, of course. Any other border crossing would have hordes of food vendors, money changers, scam artists, taxis, and other transport options. Not here! There’s nothing. When I asked when a bus comes through, the best english speaking guard said “maybe TWO day.” I said “Do you mean TODAY or 2 DAY?” Two days from now, it was confirmed. Now I was stuck at the Laos …
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