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Laos Airlines will have 2 new 56-seater MA60 aircrafts with deilvery target for July 30 and September this year. Currently, the airline’s fleet consists of 2 ATR-72 and 2 Y-12 so with the arrivals of the 2 new aircrafts - the airline will commence service on new and previously run routes for the coming high season. This is what they plan to do:
New Destinations
Luang Prabang-Pakse-Siem Reap
: 3 flights a week (using MA6 aircraft)
Luang Prabang-Hanoi                 Â
:Â 2 flights a week (using MA6 or ATR72)
Resumed Flights
Luang Prabang-Bangkok                Â
: 3 flights a week (using MA6)
Vientiane-Pakse-Phnom Penh    Â
: 2 flights a week (using MA6)
Flight Frequencies Increase
Vientiane-Bangkok                         Â
: from 1Â to 2 flights a day (using MA6, ATR72)
Vientiane-Luang Prabang-Chiang Mai
: from 3Â to 5 fights a week (using ATR72)
Vientiane-Pakse-Seim Reap            Â
: from 3Â to 5 flights a week (using ATR72)
Vientiane-Luang Prabang               Â
: from 3 to 3 flights a day (using MA6, ATR72)
Pakse-Siem Reap                       Â
: from 3 flights a week to 1 flight a day (using MA6 and ATR72)
With these new flights listed above - it would a good itinerary to do Indochina Trip with Laos + Vietnam + Cambodia by starting the trip in Vientiane, then fly to Luang Prabang and then enter Vietnam from Hanoi and work your way down to Ho Chi Minh City with the final end in Siem Reap before flying out to Bangkok at the end. There are many ways of routing a perfect itinerary using these new flights depending on where you would like to go. It is best to check out exact flight details and days of operation once again before planning your trip. If you need any help or idea from us - we will be more than happy to assist!
July 8th, 2006
On July 01 2006 - we have posted the news about Siem Reap International Airport as follows:
“Siem Reap International Airport has moved into a new stage of its continued development program with a new international terminal and additional runway. These 2 new facilities has been completed and officially inaugurated on June 27 2006 by His Excellency Samdech Hun Sen, Prime Minister of Cambodia. The floor space of the new terminal is 12,000 sqm and there are 18 check-in counters and 6 boarding gates which will significantly enhance the comfort level for all passengers.”
Despite that the official inauguration was scheduled for June 27 2006 but His Excellency Samdech Hun Sen, the Prime Minister has cancelled it last minute without notice and there was no official reason given. As a result, the opening of the new terminal has been delayed for 10 days but at the end, the new terminal has been completed and is now in operation as of July 05 2006. All international arrivals and departures are now being handled at the new terminal as of July 05 2006 onwards.
We very much regret any misunderstanding or inconvenience caused to all travelers entering and departure during those dates.
July 6th, 2006
Siem Reap International Airport has moved into a new stage of its continued development program with a new international terminal and additional runway. These 2 new facilities has been completed and officially inaugurated on June 27 2006 by His Excellency Samdech Hun Sen, Prime Minister of Cambodia.
The floor space of the new terminal is 12,000 sqm and there are 18 check-in counters and 6 boarding gates which will significantly enhance the comfort level for all passengers.
July 1st, 2006
Another great eatery place in Siem Reap. The minimal list white (If you have been to Bed Bar in Bangkok - its quite the same) of Blue Pumpkin (across the road at the end of the Bar Street in the old market area of Siem Reap). The restaurant is famous for its excellent fresh baked breads, croissants and pastries as well as juicy burgers, selection of ice creams. There is a full bar on the 2nd floor. Stop by if you have time - you will surely love it! By the way - it is open from 6.00 a.m. until midnight.
June 25th, 2006
Like most Asian nations today, the practice of giving a monetary gratuity has become accepted and often expected. In light of the low fixed salaries paid employess - in all countries such as Thailand, Vietnam, Cambodia, Laos and Myanmar - small monetary tip (in US Dollars) is always greatly appreciated.
Here’s your guide to doling out the right gratuity:
Hotels:
Bell Boys - US$ 1Â or US$ 2 will do nicely for the bell boys.
Concierges -Â generally not necessary unless you ask for a special help from them such as
                   getting you a cap to the airport, booking the table at the most popularÂ
                  restaurants in town etc. - in that case US$ 2-US$ 5 tip is recommended.
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Restaurants:
Generally up to 10% on top of the bill if you are happy with the services and would to shoiw your appreciation to restaurant staffs.
Taxis:
We do not tip taxi drivers in this part of the world. However, only a small amount or a round up from the total fare is given by most people.
June 21st, 2006
If you are planning for a trip for your next holiday - we suggest you check out this website:
http://www.airlinequality.comÂ
it’s one of the great websites containing plenty of information on major airlines and airports’ quality including global passenger forums. The site also contains:
* Airline Star Ranking
* 5-Star Airline and 5-Star Service
* Airport Star Ranking
* Fly the worlds’s Best Airlines
* Seat Pitch Guide
* The Best Seat
* Flight Reviews
* World Airline Awards
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June 17th, 2006
Here’s a secret seating tips for flying Air Asia:
Air Asia
Boeing 737-300: One class economy. All seats are at 29 inch and they have a free seating policy, so better board early and take the seats at the emergency exits. These seats are wider but they do not recline. As you board, take the one next to the aisle (no one will purposely squeeze to seat next to the window), when it is ready for take off, lift the armrest and viola! “A business class” seat on a low cost carrier!
Another great seat the row after the emergency exits by the window, great legroom, no seat in front of you just emergency exit.
Remember! Never take the last row, it is even less than 29 inch!
Have a nice flight!
Source from http://www.airlilnequality.com
June 17th, 2006
Looking for a romantic hotel in Siem Reap?? Check out this Hotel De La Paix as, despite its being so new (opened in 2005), it has already been chosen as one of the the 50 romantic escapes by Travel & Leisure magazine (February 2006) too!
This is what they say “Traditional Khmer and Art Deco designs come together at this oasis four miles from Angkor, with 107 guest rooms set around a firelit inner courtyard. Rooms come with terrazzo soaking tubs, handcrafted furniture, wall mounting by local artisans and iPods loaded with Cambodian music and tales.�
May 30th, 2006
The Baphuon Temple has recently been partly opened to the public after 10 years of renovations by Ecole Francaise D’ Extreme Orient.
The sunctuary, a symbolical representation of Mount Meru, is situated inside the Royal City of Angkor Thom. It dates from the 11th century and was built before the city was established. An interesting feature of Baphuon Temple is the bas-releifs which are scenes carved in small squares. This temple is expected to be fully opened in the next 3 years.
If you have more time in Siem Reap - this is one of the sites you should certainly visit!
May 27th, 2006
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