Hue (pronounced “h’way”) is located in central Vietnam and a city that history buffs will find particularly intriguing. Not only was it the seat of Nguyen Dynasty emperors from 1802 to 1945, but it was also the site of the longest and bloodiest battle of the ‘American War’ (or, as we like to say in America, the …
The Hai Van Pass, otherwise known as Ocean Cloud Pass, is a ~12-mile stretch of roadway between the cities of Da Nang and Hue. The National Route 1A road snakes up the side of the mountain with stunning views of the Da Nang Bay 1,600 feet below. The road has countless bends with poor visibility. It …
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On the tropical island of Phu Quoc, Vietnam you’ll find miles of sandy beaches, warm water for swimming, and some truly spectacular hotels and resorts!
Are you planning a trip to Hanoi, Vietnam, and wondering where you should book your stay? The most popular area for tourists is the Old Quarter where you’ll be within walking distance of Ho Hoan Kiem Lake, the Opera House, the night market, and countless bars and restaurants. Check out the list of our 10 …
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If you’re planning a trip to Ho Chi Minh City (Saigon), and are wondering where you should stay, we’ve got you covered with the best hotels in Saigon! We absolutely love this big, bustling city and have been lucky enough to stay in various hotels and neighborhoods during our many trips. But Saigon is quite …
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Vung Tau is a popular destination for residents of Ho Chi Minh City as it’s the closest beach town to the city. So any locals looking to get away for the weekend can easily get to Vung Tau by a 2-hour car ride or 90-minute ferry. While Vung Tau isn’t on the usual Vietnam travel …
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Hanoi is both the political and culinary capital of Vietnam. Iconic Vietnamese food in Hanoi like Pho and Bun Cha both originated in Northern Vietnam. And while you can now find them all over the country (and the world), many people still believe that the best version of both dishes is still found in Hanoi. …
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If you are planning a trip to Vietnam, you’ll undoubtedly visit the most darling little city in the center of the country – Hoi An. It’s an incredibly popular tourist destination and for good reason! The pedestrian streets that run through the center of the Old Town are lined by old, yellow colonial-style buildings and …
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An Bang is a lovely beach, just four miles outside of the old town of Hoi An. Most people simply venture to the beach for the day. But if you have chosen a vacation in Vietnam as an opportunity to relax and unwind, we would recommend that you stay in the quaint beach town rather …
Guide to An Bang Beach, Vietnam: The Best Hotels, Restaurants, and Bars Read More »
It’s no secret that we are crazy about Vietnam; after numerous visits over the last 2 years, we have even decided to call Saigon home for a while. In addition to delicious food, friendly people, and stunning scenery, one other reason that we love Vietnam is the availability of super fast and extremely affordable mobile …
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