The Vietnam war was a long, divisive conflict that tore the country apart. But after 20 years of fighting, the war ended in 1975. The country wanted to rebuild itself after the war and one of the industries they wanted to open up to was tourism. However, even though it was safe to travel to …
Tourism is one of the biggest industries in the world, yet we rarely discuss the negative parts of it. But what exactly is the problem with tourism? And what can we do about it? First of all, there’s lots and lots of negative sides of tourism, but this article will only bring forth some of …
The term sustainability has become one of the most talked about, and it is more important than ever to truly know the meaning of sustainability and how you can travel with a lower impact. Tourism in Vietnam has boomed in the past few years and it seems that the numbers will only keep rising. While …
If you’re heading to Southeast Asia, you’re likely thinking about visiting either Cambodia or Vietnam – or perhaps both! But if you don’t have time for that, we got you covered with this article of Vietnam vs Cambodia – where to? The two neighboring countries are both very popular tourist destinations and is frequently visited …
Traveling to a new country can be a bit intimidating, especially when you have no idea about the customs and etiquettes. That’s why we created this little guide ‘Vietnamese etiquette tips for travelers’. This will ensure you have a smooth transition in Vietnam and you’ll hopefully learn a few new things about this beautiful country. …
Traveling can be anything but easy. There will be times when you will be met with challenge after challenge. Vietnam is no different. In fact, there’s been many cases where people has said it can be a real challenge to travel in Vietnam. But that’s about to change. The thing is, everyone will have their …
If I had to choose only one destination in Vietnam, it would be Hoi An Ancient Town. I am in love with this place! Because of its picturesque historical homes, intricate colorful lanterns, ferry quay, market scenes, buzzing cafes, sumptuous food, pagodas, and historical places, it is indeed a fusion of indigenous and foreign cultures. …
Visiting Vietnam during Lunar New Year? Indeed, traveling during this peak season can be difficult but if you are well prepared and informed, it is not as challenging as you might think. Here’s our Top Ten Survival Tips when Visiting Vietnam during the Tết Nguyên Đán which is Sino-Vietnamese for “Feast of the First Morning …
In Southeast Asia, there are two countries that stick out the most: Vietnam and Thailand. They are by far two of the most popular holiday destinations. Although they are different in culture, they still share a few similarities, which isn’t strange since they are almost neighbors. If you’re contemplating about Vietnam vs Thailand and wondering …
When I was in my early 20s, I loved taking risks, I was craving adventure and I wanted to meet as many people as possible. So when I was deciding on where to travel when I was 20 years old, I looked at my options and found one region that attracted me a bit more …
Vietnam has quickly become one of the most popular destinations in the world, thanks to the famous ‘banana pancake trail’ that put Southeast Asia on the map. Vietnam deserves all its recognition though and offers travelers thousands of miles of coastline, the best food in the region, mountains, rolling hills and other stunning natural sceneries. …
Whether you’re already on vacation in Vietnam or you’re going, you’ll most likely want to bring home a few souvenirs or so. That’s great because Vietnam certainly has a fair amount of beautiful things (and tasty!) to bring back home to your family and friends. But as tempting it is to just go and buy …