Laos

It is this off the beaten track feel coupled with a relaxed way of life that makes Laos all the more captivating – trek through untouched jungles of crumbling shrines and up to hill-tribe villages, explore hidden cave networks, discover ancient mystical ruins or simply unwind at a traditional yoga retreat.

The capital city, Vientiane, is a testament to a French stronghold with its colonial architecture and wide boulevards, but dig deeper and you’ll find yourself walking past golden Buddhist temples and hidden shrines. Laos is made up of complex layers ready and waiting to be discovered – at its core what makes this destination so unique lies in the fact that it is largely overlooked by tourism, in turn preserving its naivety in the purest of states and thus leading to an unforgettable experience of discovery.