Vientiane, Laos
Digital Nomad Life in Vientiane, Laos
Summary: Digital nomads like living in Vientiane, Laos because it is a relatively inexpensive city with a laid-back atmosphere. The cost of living is low, and the city is full of interesting cultural attractions. The best neighborhood to live in Vientiane is the city center, which is close to the main attractions and has plenty of restaurants, cafes, and bars. The approximate population of Vientiane, Laos is 790,000. The weather in Vientiane, Laos is generally hot and humid, with temperatures ranging from the mid-70s to the mid-90s Fahrenheit (24-35 Celsius). The monthly cost of living for a digital nomad in Vientiane is around $500-$700 USD, depending on lifestyle. The cost of renting a centrally located, one-bedroom apartment with high-speed internet access in Vientiane is around $400-$500 USD per month.
How do I meet people in Vientiane?
When we asked people living in Vientiane about club and activities where newcomers can meet others, they responded:
"It all depends what you are interested in. For women there is WIG (Womens International Group) who do various activities. There are many sporting clubs (Rugby, Australian Football, etc). A volunteer group called Paws for Thought who focus on animal welfare in Lao. Most are advertised in the Vientiane Times OR on facebook/internet.," said one expat who made the move to Vientiane.
"Expats in Vientiane often join clubs and activities such as the Vientiane International Women's Club, the Vientiane Hash House Harriers, and the Vientiane International School. Expats can also meet people by attending events such as the monthly Lao-German Networking event, the monthly Vientiane Expat Meetup, or the weekly Vientiane International Club. Additionally, expats can meet people by attending local festivals, visiting local markets, or joining a language exchange group," explained one foreigner living in Vientiane, Laos.
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About the Author
Joshua Wood, LPC is one of the Founders of Digital Nomad Exchange and serves as Co-President of Expat Exchange. Prior to Expat Exchange and Digital Nomad Exchange, Joshua worked for NBC Cable (MSNBC and CNBC
Primetime). Joshua has a BA from Syracuse and a Master's in Clinical and Counseling Psychology from Fairleigh Dickinson University. Mr. Wood is also a licensed counselor and psychotherapist.
Some of Joshua's articles include Pros and Cons of Living in Portugal, 10 Best Places to Live in Ireland and Pros and Cons of Living in Uruguay. Connect with Joshua on LinkedIn.
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