If you are looking for a place to hike, travel and live a laid back lifestyle you can look for a job in Luang Prabang, Laos. Many prefer this smaller city to the capital as it has less traffic but still boasts marathons, music festivals, yoga retreats and plenty of hiking partners encompassed in an easy going lifestyle that makes Laos so popular.
There are many volunteer opportunities that offer room and board in exchange for 3-5 hours of teaching daily, an option that is popular with the backpacking crowd. Those looking for more permanent work have the potential of earning upwards of $1,300 monthly, which is plenty to thrive. Learn more about volunteering in Laos as Markus shares his experience in Luang Prabang.