So we arrived in Pakse after one of the many bus journeys from hell. As soon as we got off the bus we were told that we were too late for the connecting bus to the islands (damnit) so we had to stay in the city for the night. Pissed off, we headed to the centre to find a guest house while we were getting rinsed by locals for new year. Previously it was cute and fun but at that moment in time, I was ready to punch someone. Young or old. Cute or otherwise. Saying that though, I then spent the evening partying and getting soaked with some locals on a street corner. A brilliant evening.
The following day we finally made it to Don Det, 4,000 islands - a group of islands near the end of the river. We boarded a questionable boat and headed towards our island and ultimately to our sweet bungalows complete with hammocks and a sunset view. In the afternoon we headed back to the main land where it was practically Mecca for Lao new year. It was incredible. There was a massive stage with a huge sound system with a blend of locals and backpackers dancing around. There was also a huge tent style area filled with tons of the same crowd, young and old, holding down tables with crates of Beer Laos and bags of ice. Behind it was the beach's water where people splashed, bathed, played and past out around the moored boats. It was a blast and an excellent party to finish Laos Nee Year on, and ultimately, my time in Laos. I spent the evening swaying in my hammock and watching the stars.
Awesome.
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