A heaving metropolis thronged with motorbikes and dotted with historic sites, Ho Chi Minh City positively vibrates with energy. From the elegant French architecture of historic Saigon to the bustling stalls of Ben Thanh market, experience the fusion of tradition and modernity in one frenetic and fascinating city. With almost […]
Vietnam
Travel ideas for Vietnam – trip tips and recommendations from my experience travelling in Vietnam. This south-east Asian country has diverse and beautiful landscapes, ancient sites, and a rich, fascinating culture. Here you will find exciting travel ideas for travelling in Vietnam so start planning your trip now and experience everything that Vietnam has to offer travellers.
Choosing the best Vietnam beach holidays
It is difficult to pick the best beaches in Vietnam with the abundance of beautiful coastlines facing the South China Sea and the Gulf of Thailand. Along 2,000 miles of unspoilt coastline, sun-baked sands are lined with swaying palms and luxurious Vietnam beach resorts. You’ll also find authentic fishing villages […]
Cruising Ha Long Bay, Vietnam
Soaring towers of limestone karst islands break dramatically from the smooth emerald waters of Ha Long Bay, Vietnam. From the deck of your traditional Ha Long Bay cruise boat, the light in the evening sky reflects the dusky red of the sails. The gentle slap of the sea against the […]
Top 10 traditional Puppet Theatres around the world
The puppetry arts are an ancient creative form, with archaeological evidence from early civilisations, and although some people may think it ‘old hat’, in parts of the world special artists and craftspeople strive to keep the magic of traditional puppet theatre alive. Puppet theatres nurture a truly unique artistic language […]
Wandering the Museum of War Remnants in HCMC, Vietnam
A visit to the Museum of War Remnants in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam, is not a pleasant holiday experience. I would say it is a must-do when travelling in Vietnam but viewing photograph after photograph of terrified soldiers, even more terrified villagers, and beautiful children tragically deformed as a […]
Most Picturesque Places to Go On Vacation
You only have a few weeks’ vacation each year and you want to make the most of them right? You want to tick off incredible travel destinations from your bucket list and come back with gorgeous photos. You want to vacation in the most picturesque places on earth! Well here […]
Wandering in Hoi An, Vietnam
The beguiling riverside setting of Hoi An befits its heritage as a port town that has attracted a melange of cultures and architectural styles over hundreds of years. Elegant buildings with Chinese, French, Japanese, Portuguese and Vietnamese influences range from mustard-yellow to rose-pink. Lantern-draped and reflected in the Hoian River, […]
Wandering ancient Hue, Vietnam
The Forbidden Purple City; the Perfume River; the very names of Hue, Vietnam, conjure up images straight out of legends and fairytales. Hue was the imperial city of the Nguyen dynasty in the 19th century and this royal history is at the heart of its refined charm. Harmonious architecture and […]
Vietnam: Wandering through My Son
It feels like the jungle wants to overtake the sanctuaries and tombs of My Son. Here, in the midst of an area of rice paddy near the Vietnamese town of Hoi An, there is only one toothless old man making gentle attempts to scythe away the long grasses. This very […]