Vietnam - Country & People

5 best tropical islands of Vietnam

Unlike neighbouring Cambodia, where all the islands are within relatively short distance of one another, in Vietnam they are all over the shop and the country is not really an island-hopping destination.

11/01/2017 16:59

Discovering Vietnam

From the vertiginous rice valleys of Sapa in Vietnam’s north stretching to the fascinating bustle of the Mekong Delta in the south, Vietnam is home to a wealth of attractions that will seduce both budget and top-range travellers.

10/01/2017 15:40

Food and Restaurants in Vietnam

Vietnam tours are made even better by all the fantastic restaurants and cafés along the way. It's almost impossible to have a bad meal here.

21/12/2016 15:50

How to see the best of Vietnam in two weeks

If you have only two weeks to explore one country in Southeast Asia, visit Vietnam.

09/12/2016 14:25

Vietnam tips: a first-timer's guide

Enthralling and enraging in equal amounts, Vietnam's long-held position as a travel icon is more than deserved.

08/12/2016 16:39

Visiting Phu Quoc, Vietnam’s largest island

Fringed with white-sand beaches and with large tracts still cloaked in dense, tropical jungle, Phu Quoc rapidly morphed from a sleepy island backwater to a must-visit beach escape for Western expats and sun-seeking tourists.

29/11/2016 16:26

The Mekong Delta's monsoon river ride

'Mua nuoc noi' (floating-water season) describes the monsoon floods that partially submerge the Mekong Delta's melaleuca forests and draw boats between their branches.

28/11/2016 15:59

Baked for 100 years: clay houses stand tall in northern Vietnam

Why do people use concrete to build a house when they can play in the mud instead?

22/11/2016 15:54

The Highlights of Hoi An

Easy-going Hoi An is a traveller's dream. Full of grace, this traditional port town in Vietnam will captivate all who hit her shores with a veritable blend of intriguing history and cosmopolitan charm. Here are our top things to do in Hoi An.

18/11/2016 17:03

Son Doong, World’s Largest Cave in Vietnam

There are many things that make the Son Doong Cave in Vietnam a remarkable natural wonder; at about 9km in length, 200m in width and 150m in height, it is the largest cave in the world, with caverns capable of fitting entire city streets and skyscrapers.

08/11/2016 16:19

7 best places to visit in Vietnam

Culture, cocktails and coconut candy: seven awesome places to go and things to do on a tour of Vietnam.

17/10/2016 15:40

Visiting Halong Bay: tips to plan your trip

The World Heritage seascape of Halong Bay, dotted with jagged limestone pinnacles, is one of Vietnam’s biggest attractions. The most popular way to experience the bay is on a cruise.

06/10/2016 15:44

11 Most Amazing Hotels in Vietnam

Whether you want to relax in spa luxury or hike through the mountains to minority villages and rice paddies, you’ll find unique and amazing hotels in Vietnam where you can indulge yourself.

26/09/2016 17:42

7 Drinks You Should Try in Vietnam

When visiting Vietnam one of the things that you should never miss is their simple but delectable drinks.

21/09/2016 16:05

How to Spend 2 Weeks in Vietnam

Surrounded by Laos, Cambodia and China is the country of Vietnam, an amazing destination in the heart of Southeast Asia. Ravaged by war multiple times, Vietnam is a country with a rich history as well as a past filled with turbulence.

15/09/2016 11:16

10 Best Vietnam Luxury Resorts

Accommodation in Vietnam ranges from simple dorm accommodation in backpacking hostels to world-class resorts, both in large cities and in popular coastal and rural destinations. This list presents the best luxury resorts in Vietnam, as rated by visitors, picked from an ever-growing selection of boutique hotel stays, luxury hotel hideaways and romantic retreats.

05/09/2016 14:40

Vietnam's most beautiful lakes

These must-see lakes have become ideal tourist destinations for those who wish to escape their hectic lives and immerse themselves in nature.

01/09/2016 13:37

6 must-see destinations in Ly Son Island

Ly Son is not only famous for fresh seafood but also for fantastic destinations. These are beautiful places that you can't ignore when going to Ly Son.

30/08/2016 14:30

Moc Chau is so beautiful in the ripen rice season

September is the time when Moc Chau is dyed into yellow color by the terraced fields and it has become the most attractive destination when the fall comes.

26/08/2016 15:37

10 Top Tourist Attractions in Hanoi

This capital city of Vietnam once served as the headquarters of the North Vietnamese communist army. Today, it provides a beautiful and educational window into a country that is most often visited through the Southern, tropical Ho Chi Minh City, once called Saigon.

23/08/2016 13:14