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Minor Hotels Names New Leader for Avani+ Luang Prabang in Laos

Minor Hotels has appointed Patrick Manthe as General Manager of Avani+ Luang Prabang, its 53-room luxury property in Laos. He will oversee operations, commercial performance, team development and guest experiences in the UNESCO World Heritage town. The Swiss hospitality professional brings more than 25 years of experience across Asia-Pacific, Europe and Australia. His background includes

China-Laos Railway Tourism Corridor Gains Momentum

Martina / June 4, 2026

The China-Laos Railway is strengthening its position as one of Southeast Asia’s fastest-growing international tourism corridors, linking Kunming, Xishuangbanna, Luang Prabang and Vientiane through a more convenient cross-border rail journey. The expanding service is improving visitor access to major cultural destinations, heritage attractions and urban gateways across China and Laos while supporting a wider regional