The tragic deaths of 6 tourists, so far, from possible methanol poisoning in their drinks in Vang Vieng, Laos, remind us that a quality destination worth visiting is one where authorities succeed in preventing all types of scams against tourists. As far as avoiding dangerous drinks, be they accidental (home-distilled) or deliberately mixed for profit, beer remains the best option...The tragic deaths of 6 tourists, so far, from possible methanol poisoning in their drinks in Vang Vieng, Laos, remind us that a quality destination worth visiting is one where authorities succeed in preventing all types of scams against tourists. As far as avoiding dangerous drinks, be they accidental (home-distilled) or deliberately mixed for profit, beer remains the best option. www.bbc.com/news/articles/ced94znq424o Show more

Holly Bowles sixth to die of suspected methanol poisoning in Laos

Holly Bowles died in hospital more than a week after first falling ill in a Laos tourist town.