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THE NORTH EAST

and Udon Thani. Isaan is also known for its fresh Thailand’s northeast is becoming better equipped than
and fiery cuisine and is the birthplace of many of the ever to provide the services necessary for a successful
citrusy meat salads, herb-forward soups, and smoky event.
marinated barbecued meats Thailand is famous for.
The many village temples that dot the countryside
regularly hold fairs with live performances of infectious
genres of local country music known as look thong
and molam. Numerous quality highways criss-cross
the region, and Laos is conveniently accessible at
several points. The Mekong River border around the
north and northeast of the region is a scenic and
breezy—sometimes chilly—location for many of Isaan’s
top resorts. Crossing the river into Laos for day trips is
also possible for people of most nationalities.
As part of the newly established ASEAN Economic
Community, the government of Thailand has allocated
significant funds towards strengthening transportation
infrastructure. In the coming years, MICE planners
can rest assured that travelling within Isaan, and to
other ASEAN countries through Thailand, will become
even more convenient than it has been in the past. And
with the arrival of increased tourism and business travel,

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