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Laos introduces direct air link to Bangkok

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Laos is set to launch a direct air link between Savannakhet and Bangkok next month.

Lao Airlines, the national carrier, plans to operate three weekly flights starting March 15, creating a seamless connection between the picturesque Savannakhet, nestled opposite Mukdahan, and the bustling Thai capital.

Chanthanom Khampheng, the deputy director of the airline’s commercial and marketing department, highlighted the strategic importance of the new route.

“The national carrier’s initiative aims to boost tourism during Visit Laos Year 2024.”

Thailand has long been a top source of visitors to Laos, with Luang Prabang holding a special place as one of their preferred destinations. The recent launch of a high-speed railway from Vientiane to the Chinese border has further facilitated travel, making the journey to Luang Prabang more accessible than…

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