It’s summertime with many facing the dilemma of overcrowded destinations across the country. Tourism hotspots such as Hoi An, Vung Tau and Ninh Binh will soon become inundated with visitors hoping to enjoy their holidays. Fortunately, Vietnam’s unique topography offers untold amounts of picturesque landscapes to enjoy with relative ease. Here are five places off...
Northern Vietnam’s mountainous Ta Xua Commune beckons travelers seeking cloud formations, mountain air, and a broadening of their cultural horizons. Ta Xua Commune is located on the border of Yen Bai and Son La provinces, about 200 kilometers from Hanoi. The most beautiful cloud hunting season in Ta Xua is from around September to early...
Hanoi to Halong Bay – By a private Vehicle Destination: Hanoi <=> Halong Bay Price: from $50.00 for 1 way We provide transport service by our new private vehicles with enthusiastic, experienced drivers, as well as cheapest price offered for the transport from Hanoi to Halong Bay and return. Halong Bay is known as the...
The Hoan Kiem Walking Street, open during weekends, stands as a vital hub for leisure and recreation, catering to both tourists and locals in the heart of the capital. Opened officially in September 2016 after a two-year pilot, the pedestrian street area around Hoan Kiem Lake is now accessible every weekend, starting from 7 p.m....
The Michelin Guide has recommended Top 10 luxury hotels in Vietnam for travelers seeking exquisite accommodation. Nha Trang, Hanoi, and Hue have the highest number of hotels featured. In addition to its Michelin star ratings for restaurants, the Michelin Guide also provides a selection of top-notch luxury resorts for tourists visiting Vietnam. These selections are...
Vietnam’s coastline stretches for thousands of kilometers and features captivating underwater experiences at its four premier diving sites. The rich marine biodiversity of Vietnam’s offshore waters makes them an ideal destination for scuba diving enthusiasts. The diving community in Vietnam is known for being friendly and enthusiastic, and the country also attracts snorkelers from around...
The convenience of travel in Vietnam There are countless factors that make travel in Vietnam more convenient than many of its ASEAN neighbors and beyond. I’ve tried to condense these down to a list of 10. Since travel restrictions were lifted post-pandemic, I’ve visited places such as Borneo, western Malaysia, Laos and India. One thought...
Lung Tam village, a village in northernmost province of Ha Giang, is renowned for its traditional Hmong linen weaving, a captivating and intricate 41-step process that produces exquisite hand-woven creations. Lung Tam village in Quan Ba District is situated below the mountains beside the Mien River, approximately 50 kilometers away from the center of Ha...
Being known as another name “Hanoi – 36 Old Streets”, Old Quarter Hanoi is considered as the heart and soul of the capital city. It demonstrates seamless fusion between old, proudly-preserved culture and continuously diversifying city; and now it is the oldest yet busiest commercial district and one of the top attractions of Vietnam’s capital. 1....
If you are looking for peaceful and cost-free camping spots, here are five camping sites near Hanoi center to check out. Some visitors prefer to camp in secluded places to relax and enjoy their spare time, instead of dealing with the crowds and noise at busy tourist destinations during the holidays. Nguyen Anh Khoi, 45,...
