If you had to ask me what the most charming country I've been to is (an unfair question), I'd probably say Laos. From the shores of Don Det, to the culture of Luang Prabang, Laos is ridiculously fun and inviting. Maybe it's because of the small population, but the country seems to exude happiness, and is one of the chillest places I've visited.

Budget (2014): If you stay in hostel dorms and stick mostly to street food, $20 per day should be plenty.

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