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It's simple — a life full of adventure is a life well-lived. So dust off your passport, pack your bags and say hello to Ban Tha Phra!
The well-known city of Vientiane is within reach of Ban Tha Phra. You can find this major centre 190 kilometres to the north.
Make the short trip to Khon Kaen, 20 kilometres away. Once you get there, you should head straight over to the Khon Kaen National Museum.
You'll find a number of charming natural sights close to Ban Tha Phra. Why not venture 19 kilometres to Kaen Nakorn Lake Park? Alternatively, enjoy some of nature's finest artwork at Huai Sai Lake, 25 kilometres away.
If you head 25 kilometres to the south from Ban Tha Phra, you'll stumble upon Ban Phai. Lots of travellers like to use this destination as a base when going to The Goddess of Grain Monument and Scientific Centre for Education.
Whether you prefer the stylishness of Michelin stars or chowing down on a snack from a street stall, tasting the local food and drink is maybe the best thing about travel. So why not tempt your taste buds by trying some of the area's scrumptious offerings?
If you're poring over a menu, there's a strong chance you'll come across meals with dill or sticky rice. They're just some ingredients which are commonly used in the cooking here.
Don't miss the opportunity to dig into a plate of tom saep (hot and sour meat soup) or koi pla (spicy raw fish salad). These traditional dishes are highly recommended by the locals.
Blend in with your hosts by practising a couple of words in the local tongue. Try to get your lips around 'Yin dee têe dâi róo jàk'. It translates to 'pleased to meet you'. One more to commit to memory is 'Sùk san wan gèrt', meaning 'happy birthday'.
Celebrated throughout the whole country, Birthday of King Phumiphon takes place each year on the 5th of December. If you're going to be here during this important day, it'll be difficult not to get swept up in all the excitement!
Like all good things in life, your time here must eventually come to an end. When it's time to pack up your belongings and head off, say a last "Laa gòn ná" and spend your leftover holiday allowance on some keepsakes to take home.
Flying out? Plan a route, pack your suitcase and check your alarm clock. The closest airport, Siem Reap International Airport (REP), is about 340 kilometres to the south.
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