From moss-covered towers hidden in the hills to faded stone warriors proudly protecting the dead, the Hue tombs evoke the feeling of a forgotten, almost mythological world. The kings of the Nguyen Dynasty designed their own tombs, reflecting their varying temperaments, philosophies,…
EXPLORE AND EMBRACE: VIETNAM’S GREEN TOURS
Ever wanted to learn to dance with ethnic minorities? Or go bird-spotting at dusk in a canoe? Or share a cup of arabica with coffee farmers? These days in Vietnam, sustainable tour operators are pioneering new ways to bring guests…
5 DAY TRIP DESTINATIONS FROM HANOI
Go just a few hours outside of Hanoi, and you’ll find another world, one that can be dreamy, dramatic, and enriching all at once. After taking in the whirlwind of sights, tastes and sounds in the capital, it’s good to…
BE THRILLED BY THE WORLD’S LONGEST GLASS-BOTTOMED BRIDGE
Vietnam’s new glass-bottomed suspension bridge, recently certified as the longest in the world by Guinness World Records, promises to draw throngs of thrill-seeking tourists to Son La Province’s Moc Chau district. A record-breaking structure We’ve all seen those hilarious viral…
THE SECRET WATERFALLS AND SPRINGS AROUND NHA TRANG
There’s more to Nha Trang than white-sand beaches, off-shore islands, and glitzy resorts. Hidden waterfalls and springs surrounding the city offer nature-lovers cool, peaceful respite. “Don’t go chasing waterfalls, please stick to the rivers and the lakes that you’re used…
BEST CUISINE IN BINH THUAN – FOOD AND WINE
Phan Thiet is the capital of Binh Thuan, a coastal province in south-central Vietnam. It is a port city with a vibrant harbor. Brightly colored boats bob in the water, waiting to carry local fishermen out to sea. Early in…
BUN QUAY ON PHU QUOC ISLAND
Phu Quoc’s delicious signature dish that is causing a stir. The anticipation is palpable as excited foodies and travelers arrive at Phu Quoc’s most popular Bun Quay restaurant. Bun Quay is renowned for its ingredients and its fresh aromatic flavor.…
TOP 10 HOSPITABLE TOURIST DESTINATIONS IN VIETNAM VOTED BY TRAVELERS AROUND WORLD
Vietnam’s tourism sector officially entered the recovery stage after a long hiatus caused by the COVID-19 pandemic. Acknowledging an increase in demand of search for destinations, US-based online booking travel agency Booking.com announced top 10 most hospitable tourist destinations in…
FOREIGN TOURISTS UPBEAT AS MINISTER SEEKS VISA WAIVER EXPANSION
Foreign tourists have hailed as “positive step” Vietnam’s tourism minister proposing visa exemption be expanded for major markets like Europe and the U.S. Nguyen Van Hung, Minister of Culture, Sports and Tourism, had proposed earlier this week that Vietnam expands visa…
THE NATIONAL: FIVE REASONS FOR TRAVELERS TO VISIT VIETNAM THIS TIME
Gorgeous landscape and marvelous ethnic minority villages are among the reasons that UAE suggests travelers visit Vietnam. According to The National (UAE), after a two-year hiatus of the Covid-19 pandemic, the South-East Asian nation welcomes vaccinated visitors from mid-March, and there are…