October in the tourism training: Kuang Si, Carpe Diem and a celebration for Sopha

In October, the students of our French for Tourism vocational training learned a lot, and not only in the classroom. A look back at a busy month.

On 7 October, Laos celebrates National Teachers' Day, a day to thank those who pass on their knowledge and support pupils every day.

This year, the day was even more special: it was also the birthday of Sopha, the training's French teacher. The students prepared a few small surprises to celebrate this double occasion together.

As part of their Tourism and Heritage course, the students visited the Kuang Si Waterfalls, one of the most iconic places in Laos. With Sopha, they explored the site through a series of questions and a guided tour, before enjoying a swim in its turquoise waters.

The day continued at Carpe Diem, a restaurant near the waterfalls. Céline, its Swiss owner, offered lunch to all the students. She also supports our project through her association, LASAS, and so contributes to our students' training. Thank you to her, and to Sopha for organising this outing.

Between lessons, discoveries and shared moments, the students also photographed their last few weeks. Behind every photo are young people who are making progress, gaining confidence and building their future careers in tourism, step by step.