Hanoi breaks into top global destinations on TripAdvisor list Travelers rest and take photos by Hanoi’s beloved Sword Lake. Photo by VnExpress/Ho Ha Vietnam’s capital boasts long-held historical values and timeless architectural charm. Hanoi has secured the 12th position on a new list of the world’s top 25 destinations, alongside Paris and Rome. The biggest...
Vietnam’s largest island boasts idyllic beaches, romantic sunsets and evergreen forests 1. Con Dao A charming but mysterious girl on the southern coast. Con Dao, a 16-island archipelago off the southern province of Ba Ria-Vung Tau, is worth a trip thanks to its untapped and pristine natural landscape. Photo by Vnexpress Just 230 kilometers ($143 miles)...
Bach Ma National Park challenges visitors in stark contrast to the traditionally slow pace of life in Hue. A little under 50 kilometers to the south of Vietnam’s former capital Hue, Bach Ma National Park prides itself on offering bold expeditions into the forest. The park is known for its biodiversity, with more than 1,400...
Vietnam’s Non Nuoc Cao Bang Geopark in the northern province of Cao Bang has been recently declared a new member of the UNESCO Global Network of National Geoparks, making it the second Vietnamese geopark to be awarded the title, following the recognition of Dong Van Karst Plateau in Ha Giang province in December 2010. The...
Summer is here and holidaymakers are rolling up their sleeves with travel ideas. Here are the top five reasons why Vietnam is worth having on your itinerary. Da Nang Fireworks Show Da Nang was lit up up with sparkling firework performances in 2017. Photo by VnExpress/Nguyen Dong Aside from being hailed as Vietnam’s best city...
At the Northernmost point of Vietnam, people still live in harmony with nature and away from the claws of urbanization Of all the rising stars on Vietnam’s tourism map, it is no exaggeration to say that Dong Van Plateau up in the northern province of Ha Giang is one of the few destinations to have remained...
Look no further for the best places to relax and get away from busy city life. After a day of energy-consuming activities, it’s time for relaxation and refreshment. Body treatment and massage are undoubtedly the perfect option to recharge your batteries. In recent years, Hanoi’s spa scene has been busy with new openings, so let’s...
The glamorous ‘queen’ of Trang An stands tall in Northern Vietnam The fantastic view captures tourists’ hearts on a trip to Ninh Binh. As part of the Trang An Landscape Complex, Hang Mua (Dancing Cave) is a must-see for visitors to Ninh Binh Province thanks to its unique location that offers an extraordinary panoramic view...
For many backpackers riding a motorbike across Vietnam is a right of passage. It’s a time you make some of your fondest memories. However, along with that comes some major headaches such as what to do when you need to catch a train to make up time while motorbiking. I encountered this problem twice while...
Mountain road in Ha Giang The remote province of northern Vietnam with the most beautiful scenery Please read carefully this article if you want to still keep protected this beautiful area without the impact of mass tourism. Ha Giang province (Hà Giang) in northern Vietnam is less frequented by tourists, but the popularity is growing. Ha Giang...
