Riding a Scooter on the Ha Giang Loop, Vietnam
Ask any backpacker who’s spent time in Northern Vietnam, and they’ll more than likely have made the multi-day scooter trip through the majestic and mountainous Vietnamese countryside.
Everything You Need to Know About My Son Sanctuary, Vietnam
Located in Central Vietnam, My Son Sanctuary comprises the most extensive Cham ruins in the country.
10 Most Amazing Destinations in Northern Vietnam
Although Northern Vietnam gets fewer visitors than Ho Chi Minh City and the coastal cities in the south, this is a region of the country not to be missed.
A Beginner’s Guide to Hanoi: Things You Should Know
Did you know that Hanoi is home to the world’s largest mosaic mural?
These Vietnam Islands Are Quietly Stealing the Spotlight
With thousands of islands, islets, and atolls, one could spend a lifetime exploring the stunning coastline of Vietnam.
This Mountain Town Is Built Above Some of the World’s Most Dramatic Rice Fields
Set among some gorgeous scenery with sweeping, rice terrace-filled valleys, and mountains all around it, Sapa in the north of Vietnam truly is a delight to visit.
Explore the Capital Where Train Tracks Cut Through Neighborhoods and Cafés Hide in Ancient Shop-houses
One of the oldest continuously inhabited capitals in the world, this city carries centuries of history within its streets.
Vietnam’s Beaches Most Travelers Still Haven’t Discovered
Vietnam as a beach destination has been a relatively recent development, but it sure has taken off incredibly quickly.
Vietnam’s Most Breathtaking Landscapes Live in Its National Parks
When people think of Vietnam, the first things that spring to mind are usually the fantastic beaches along the coast, the bustling city of Hanoi and the spectacular Halong Bay.
You Haven’t Really Seen Vietnam Until You Visit These Markets
At dawn, Vietnam’s markets wake before the cities around them.
25 Must-See Attractions in Vietnam
Most travelers to Vietnam are attracted by the country’s wonderful natural beauty: From the green rice fields in the north to the fascinating bustle of the Mekong Delta in the south.
This Quiet City Was Once the Capital of an Empire
Located on the banks of the Perfume River which winds its way through town, Hue is a delightful city to visit with loads of things to see and do.
This Surreal Landscape is Known as Halong Bay on Land
Two years, many moves, and one pandemic later, my time in Vietnam had come to an end.
Best Things to do in Dalat, Vietnam
Located in the South Central Highlands of Vietnam, the picturesque city of Dalat is a lovely place to spend some time; it is not without reason that it is the honeymoon capital of the country.
This Is One of the Few Islands Where Day-Trippers Leave and Locals Stay
Somewhere between the beach and the fire-breathing dragon of Da Nang, you will long for a little break from the city.
Introduction
A country heavily burdened by wars, foreign occupations and civil discord in the 20th century, Vietnam has emerged in recent decades as a reunified nation with plenty of tourist appeal from booming modern cities to colonial towns, beach resorts, traditional villages, archaeological sites and otherworldly islands.
A long, narrow country squeezed in between the South China Sea and the Laos and Cambodia borders, Vietnam is a land of striking landscapes that range from the lush rice terraces and forested mountains in the north to the picturesque valleys of the Central Highlands and the fertile delta and beautiful beaches of the south.
Major cities in Vietnam like Ho Chi Minh City (Saigon), Da Nang and the country’s capital, Hanoi, are vibrant with skyscrapers, pagodas, modern hotels, restaurants, museums and nightclubs. Historical cities like Hue and Hoi An feature royal palaces, emperor tombs and colonial architecture. The quaint town of Sapa in the north offers tours to the mountains and ethnic hill tribes.
Rice paddies, floating markets, fruit orchards and conical-hatted farmers are frequent scenes of the Mekong Delta. Nha Trang, a gorgeous beach resort city, is popular for romantic getaways and scuba divers. The archaeological site of My Son features ancient ruins, and Ha Long Bay is a must-see to believe its misty, unearthly-like appearance.