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…
SON DOONG CAVE – VIETNAM’S NATURAL WONDER IS FEATURED ON GOOGLE
Son Doong Cave – Vietnam’s natural wonder is featured on Google homepage of 17 countries and territories Vietnam, April 14th, 2022 – Today, Son Doong cave in Quang Binh, Vietnam, was officially discovered in 2009 as the world’s largest cave –…
SAPA FOR SUSTAINABLE TRAVELLERS
Clinging to the peaks of the HoĂ ng LiĂŞn Sơn Mountain Range, Sapa is known for rewarding trekking, stunning views and rolling rice terraces. The area is home to eight ethnic minorities who together weave one of the richest webs of culture in…
THE BEST SUSTAINABLE STAYS IN VIETNAM
From watching the sun rise over a lake from the porch of your tent, to eating like kings and queens at a family-run homestay, sustainable accommodations present countless ways to connect with Vietnam’s nature, culture and people, in a way that…
HO CHI MINH CITY CUISINE – FROM STREET
Whereas Hanoi food tends to be more delicate, sticking to traditional recipes that go lighter on seasonings and spices, Saigon is truly a “hot pot” food city, voraciously combining ingredients and recipes from many different regions and cultures. While Saigonese…
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…
DA NANG’S SPECIAL PORK ROLLS
Nobody knows exactly who invented banh cuon, or when, but most everyone agrees that Vietnamese people have been eating banh cuon for more than 2000 years. Around 300 BC, ancestors of today’s Vietnamese migrated to Thanh Tri Ward, today known…
“MUST-TRY” DISHES IN HOI AN
Having been an intercontinental port city for more than five centuries, Hoi An is now a patchwork quilt of culture. This global-facing heritage is reflected in its architecture and its handicrafts as well as its cuisine. Hoi An has perfected…