Vietnam Travel Tips
Most visitors to Vietnam are overwhelmed by the sublime beauty of the country's natural setting: the Red River Delta in the north, the Mekong Delta in the south and almost the entire coastal strip are a patchwork of brilliant green rice paddies tended by women in conical hats.
There are some divine beaches along the coast, while inland there are soaring mountains, some of which are cloaked by dense, misty forests. Vietnam also offers an opportunity to see a country of traditional charm and rare beauty rapidly opening up to the outside world.
A Must-Do experience in Hoi An.
It is a great way to learn the Champa culture by visiting My Son sanctuary, enjoying Cham music, dance performance and tasting Vietnamese food by a hands-on cooking class on board Cinnamon Cruises. ... Continue Reading »
Hanoi-Halong-Sapa-Hue Hoi An-Ho Chi Minh/Best of Vietnam 14 Days / 13 Nights
This well paced tour encompasses all the must see sights of Vietnam Historic Hanoi, light adventure to the colorful land of hill tribes - Sapa, a cruise around spectacular Halong Bay, the ancient ... Continue Reading »
3 Days in Ho Chi Minh City: Suggested Itineraries
Ho Chi Minh is the largest city in Vietnam, and is populated by more than 9 million people. Located on the Saigon River, it is the economic center and cultural trendsetter for the rest of the ... Continue Reading »
3 Days in Hanoi: Suggested Itineraries
The northern Vietnamese city of Hanoi is a beguiling mix of modern and ancient, Asian traditions and colonial legacies. Elegant balconied buildings front tree-lined boulevards, while cyclists and ... Continue Reading »
Get some clothes made in Hoi An
Getting some clothes made by a tailor while you are in Vietnam can almost count as a 'cultural experience'. I've never had clothes made for me before (well except by my mother and I'm not ... Continue Reading »
How to cross the road in Vietnam
In most places, walking across the road is not an adventure. It is in Vietnam. I actually met some tourists who would only cross the road in a taxi. Not only is that limiting but it can get ... Continue Reading »
Hidden Gem must see Island
"Cat Ba Island" Leave from Hanoi, for $50US you can have a 3 day adventure all inclusive, meals, accom, and transport to and from the island. Its a must see for singles and families as it ... Continue Reading »
Ho Chi Minh Water Puppets
The water puppet show at restaurant Ngon, in Thao Dien village, is refreshingly uncomplicated and at the same time culturally intriguing. Enjoy tasty Vietnamese cuisine with a glass of pinot noir as ... Continue Reading »
The best hotel I ever stayed
I stayed at Indochina hotel for 3 days. Their staffs were excellent, they can speak languages and offered me very nice services. That's great value for my time in Hanoi. I will stay again Continue Reading »
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