Today, Vietnam is renowned for its stunning landscapes, rich cultural heritage, fast-moving economy, and delicious cuisine. However, to truly understand Vietnamese culture as a traveler, one must dedicate some time to exploring its history.

Travel and Leisure Magazine has consistently ranked Hoi An, Vietnam, among the world's best cities for travel, thanks to its stunning beauty and charm. Hoi An’s cobblestone streets, lantern-lit evenings, and the allure of its ancient architecture attracted 4.4 million tourists in 2024. The issue is that Hoi An, with a population of just 120,000, is facing the problem of overtourism due to the global increase in travel.

If you love culture and history, you will enjoy a visit to the Citadel in Hue, Vietnam. It is a breathtaking site that offers a glimpse into Vietnam's rich royal and colonial heritage, featuring impressive architecture and beautiful gardens.

Exploring the Can Tho Floating Market on the Mekong River provides an intimate glimpse into the floating trade and the heart of this Vietnamese tradition.

Vietnam is a photographic gem. Its iconic locations include Ha Long Bay, Ba Na Hills, the lantern town of Hoi An, the Old Quarter of Ha Noi,

Vietnam, a country in rapid economic development, is a unique blend of modern life and tradition. It has recently expanded its focus to include tourism, trade, and global significance while retaining its rich historical heritage. 

Halong Bay is Vietnam's number one tourist attraction.  Most people who visit the country have this destination at the top of their itinerary, and there are good reasons for this.  It’s beautiful. It’s so popular that in 2023, over 6.8 million people visited this UNESCO World Heritage Site.  Halong Bay is dreamlike, with over 200 rainforest limestone islands scattered around the emerald bay.  There could be no place like it.

For the past 30 years, Ms. Thach has been leading tours of the underground tunnels in Vinh Moc, near Hue, Vietnam. “In early 1992, I started taking visitors to the tunnels, and all you could see were the craters from the bombs from the American War,” she remembered as we drove out to see the underground village during a recent trip to Vietnam.

Tucked away in a mountain resort town in southern Vietnam, this unique guesthouse offers travelers a one-of-a-kind experience.  The Crazy House (also known as Hang Nga Guesthouse) is a maze of narrow bridges, little hidden nooks, wild staircases, fabulous murals, vibrant colors, and tree trunks and branches, all tucked into its natural surroundings.

One of the great things about travel is exploring the local fresh food. Southeast Asia boasts an abundance of delicious tropical fruits to enjoy. Here is a quick guide to some fruits of Southeast Asia, their nutritional value, and ways to enjoy them.

One of the things I love to do before traveling to a new place is to read as much as possible about the location. I love books. Novels. History. Politics. Memoirs. They can all offer us a glimpse into a country's culture, landscapes, and history. Here are 5 books I recommend before visiting Vietnam.

Local Vietnamese have fished from the beaches of Danang, Vietnam, for a very long time. The men use long fishing nets and use their strength to pull the nets out of the sea by walking backward.

A walk across the historic Long Bien Bridge is an experience that captures the essence of Vietnam's history and culture in the city of Hanoi. Located about 1km from the Old Quarter, this bridge is worth a visit. Before you visit, it's nice to know some history about this iconic location in Hanoi.