In a bid to bolster tourist numbers during Visit Laos Year 2024, the government has approved visa-free entry and extended the duration of stay for tourists from certain countries. - Vientiane Times/ANN
VIENTIANE: A national tour guide training course kicked off in Lao capital Vientiane, which aims to produce more qualified personnel to support tourism growth in Laos and address the shortage of skilled workers in this field.
The course takes place from Sept 9 to Nov 29, with participants receiving training in ethical standards and how to satisfactorily lead groups of people to various locations and provide them with a high level of service, Lao National Radio reported on Tuesday (Sept 10).
