Few locals head to Laos for games

Even though the 25th Southeast Asian Games in neighbouring Laos is drawing near, few Vietnamese tourists have registered for tours to attend the event citing high costs.
According to Saigontourist Travel Service Co, only 50 people have booked tours to Laos on this occasion. The SPSC Tour under the Sai Gon Petroleum Service Co said around 40 people are expected to register to go to Laos for this edition of the SEA Games. Meanwhile, Ben Thanh Tourist’s Outbound Division said though many people have asked for information, few have registered for the tour to Laos until now.
It is the first time that Laos is hosting the SEA Games. The games will take place in Laos’ capital of Vientiane, and the provinces of Luang Prabang and Savannakhet, from December 9 to 18. Athletes from the 10 nations that form the regional grouping will compete in 25 sporting events.