Ms Oui, Manager

This accommodation provider has taken action to address one or more issues (whether environmental, social or cultural) which will contribute positively to the long term viability of the destination and hence their site displays a Caring for the destination rating.

Main area of focus in Caring for the Destination:  

Society and Environment.

Detailed description of the Caring for the Destination Initiative: 

A family-run business Oui's Guesthouse is co-owned and run by a Western / Laos partnership comprising Roger, his wife Oui and her two sisters. Oui and her sisters grew up in the home they now run as a guesthouse. Oui's Guesthouse is very much involved in sustainable tourism initiatives apart from the obvious local ownership.

Society
Oui's Guesthouse support the Stay Another Day initiative and a smoke free Luang Prabang. In addition, Oui's actively encourages you to immerse themselves into local community with advice and guidelines on experiences including traditional Laos sauna and alms for the monks at sunrise.

Bear in mind that Oui and her sisters speak little English. You may not receive as much information as you might hope from such a small locally-owned guesthouse. However, like any tourism experience, what you get out of it is a matter of what you put in and Oui and her sisters do go out of their way to make you feel part of the place.

Environment
They have keypad-operated electricity units and a mains switch outside the bedroom. They also encourage guests to conserve as much electricity as possible.