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Vang Vieng: The darkside of the partytown

Vang Vieng: The darkside of the partytown

Update: 2024-11-21
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Melbourne teenager Bianca Jones has died in a Thai hospital after becoming ill from methanol poisoning in the neighbouring country of Laos. 

The death has put the spotlight on the tourist hub that is Vang Vieng, a major destination for young backpackers across the world.

  • Guest: Quentin Long, co founder of Australian traveller.com
  • Producer: Ali Benton 
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Vang Vieng: The darkside of the partytown

Vang Vieng: The darkside of the partytown

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