So I’m stuck here in Vientiane for about 10 days whilst a few things are organised.

Firstly the direction to take next, finding myself unable to travel through Burma to India has left me deciding to abandon Burma and head instead directly to India. This means leaving poor Henry behind… A shattering decision but there isn’t much option.

India has my visa, took it for 7 days to process my visa. Hopefully that works out.

What to say about Vientiane… I like it, easily one of my favourite cities (not that I have been to many) clean, nice river, lots of street food. And the burger joint to end all burger joints!

Sputnik burger!! I have been there now for 6 consecutive meals consisting of a heavenly well made beef burger, a sadistically enjoyable vanilla shake and crisp thick rough cut chips!!!

So basically just waiting out time here.