Vietnam, Cambodia, Laos & Northern Thailand - Understand Vietnam, Cambodia, Laos & Northern Thailand and Survival Guide (PDF Chapter)
This chapter contains the The Mekong Region Today, History, People & Culture, Border Crossings, Directory A–Z, Transport, Health, and Language chapters from Lonely Planet’s Vietnam, Cambodia, Laos & Northern Thailand guidebook.
All the info you need on everything from history, people and culture to flights, public transport, climate, money, the internet... you name it. Get hints on the gay and lesbian scene and tips for women travellers, travelling with kids and travellers with disabilities, as well as handy language guide and glossary.
- a rundown on the issues facing the Mekong region today
- info on the people, religion and culture of the Mekong
- full coverage of the region’s dramatic and heartbreaking history
- details on border crossings in the region
Coverage includes: The Mekong Region Today, History, People & Cul-ture, Border Crossings, Directory A–Z, Transport, Health, and Behind the Scenes.

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