The top 5 destinations for your summer escape in Vietnam It’s summer time, so time to plan a vacation! Summer is coming and it’s about time to start planning your holiday. A vacation can be the highlight of your summer, but if you’re still struggling with your itinerary, allow us to give you some ideas....
How to ride a motorbike in Vietnam (and not end up in the hospital)
How to ride a motorbike in Vietnam (and not end up in the hospital) You may think I’m joking about the hospital . . . but I’m not. An expat friend in Hoi An ended up in a coma for 8 weeks after a motorbike accident. Another friend hit a curb, flew into a river,...
8 Known Scams to Avoid in Vietnam
There are some common scams in Vietnam that you should be aware of, however unlikely you are to fall for them. After all, one bad incident is more than enough to put a huge damper on an otherwise enjoyable holiday so it’s a very good idea to educate yourself before you go. Some of these...
Visiting Halong Bay: tips to plan your trip
The World Heritage seascape of Halong Bay, dotted with jagged limestone pinnacles, is one of Vietnam’s biggest attractions. The most popular way to experience the bay is on a cruise, and unsurprisingly every travel agency and hotel in Hanoi has tours to sell. Choice is a great thing, but the multitude of trips on offer...
Spoilt for choice: Vietnam’s best beaches
Lonely Planet Lonely Planet Writer Vietnam might have been late to Southeast Asia’s beach party, but it was well worth the wait. The country boasts more than 3400km of coastline, with infinite stretches of powdery sand, coves, lagoons, impossible boulder formations and tropical islands ringed with yet more beaches. We can help you navigate the overwhelming...
10 Hanoi food shops that don’t need a name to be famous
10 Hanoi food shops that don’t need a name to be famous These streetside eateries have survived the tests of time thanks just to word of mouth. In Hanoi, a mobile kitchen, some plastic tables, stools and a few waiters sprinting around are sometimes all it needs to make a street food stall soar. No...