Vietnam witnessed an significant increase in the number of international tourist arrivals by sea in the first quarter of 2023, showing that cruise tourism has great potential for further development in the Southeast Asian nation. Hanoi (VNA) – Vietnam witnessed an significant increase in the number of international tourist arrivals by sea in the first quarter […]
Vietnam’s capital Hanoi ranked fourth on a list of 10 cheapest destinations for backpackers thanks to low prices for hostels and public transportation, according to U.K. retail company Cotswold Outdoor. The company selected the most desirable destinations for backpackers around the world based on average costs, crime rates, mobile Internet speeds, and the availability of […]
Once you’ve stepped ashore on any of the Con Dao Islands you’d be hard pushed to imagine that this stunning, secluded island paradise could have once been hell on earth. Con Dao Islands are one of the star attractions in Vietnam. Long the Devil’s Island of Indochina, the preserve of political prisoners and undesirables, this […]
Online travel booking site Agoda has listed Ninh Binh, where the Hollywood movie “Kong: Skull Island” was filmed in 2016, one of 10 cheapest destinations for this year’s Easter holiday. “Located just an hour from Hanoi, its towering peaks, tranquil waterways, giant temples, and storied pagodas have captivated all who venture there,” Agoda says. Rising […]
Da Lat. The name conjures visions of luxuriant forests, mirror-like lakes, and cottony clouds. A century after French colonialists founded this resort centre in the Lam Dong highlands, Da Lat’s natural beauty and temperate weather remain as soothing as ever. Wondering what’s the best way to see the best of Da Lat? Read on for eight […]
Vacation enthusiasts are busy making travel plans for the three-day-long break to mark Vietnam’s Independence Day on September 2. So if you are not constrained by a tight schedule, here is a suggestion: check out these five beach paradises in the southern delta and stretching all the way to the central coast. 1. Con Dao […]
Out of the 15 islands forming the Côn Đảo archipelago, only Côn Sơn is inhabited, multiplying the potential for sunbathers and snorkellers to enjoy secluded beaches and see colourful coral reefs and fish. Even hikers can enjoy this beach destination by exploring the vast national park that covers most of the island. Far enough from the […]
Vogue Paris, the world’s leading lifestyle magazine, says Con Dao archipelago in southern Vietnam is among the most ‘beautiful secret’ winter escapes. The French magazine earlier this week released a travel list of nine ‘dreamy islands’ ideal for a winter excursion, describing Con Dao as a ‘must-see gem’. “Con Dao archipelago includes 16 islands, each […]
Sometimes in travel, it only takes a small push – one more hour on the road, one slightly out-of-the-way booking – to win an invaluable reward. For every heavily Instagrammed tourist attraction in Vietnam, there’s an alternative just as beautiful that remains undiscovered. With only a handful of adventurous tourists like you visiting these locations, you […]
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, and priorities. Dig deeper and you’ll discover the tombs don’t just embody the lives and […]
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