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Capital:  Ventiene

Currency:  Lao kip (LAK); US $ accepted  everywhere.

ATMs:  found in main towns and shopping malls.

Language:  Lao; English and French are also widely spoken.

Internet:Wi-fi available in hotels, guesthouses in main tourist destinations

Electricity: 230V, 50Hz withType A, Type B, Type C, Type E and Type F plugs

Water:  Even locals don’t drink tap water.  

Tipping:  

Airport:  ATMs are available.  A public bus from the airport to the city center. Prepaid taxis are readily available in the ground transportation area. Stop at the taxi booth in the Arrivals hall to pay for your ride. You will receive a ticket to give to your taxi driver before boarding. “Tuk tuks” (auto-rickshaws) are also available, and require your best bargaining skills for a fair price.

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