7 places in Vietnam for families
Picking the right destination for a family holiday can be tricky, but the pay-off is well worth it. Sharing a gorgeous view with those closest to you, or watching the kids be amazed by new experiences is simply wonderful. Want…
Greg Norman’s ultimate Vietnam itinerary
Planning your first golf getaway in Vietnam? Take your cues from World Golf Hall of Famer and Vietnam Tourism Ambassador Greg Norman, who has visited the country countless times and knows its best courses by heart. In this itinerary, Greg highlights…
5 incredible crags in Huu Lung
With one new crag bolted each year, Hữu Lũng in Vietnam is one of the most exciting climbing destinations to emerge in Southeast Asia. To date Hữu Lũng boasts 110 routes including the longest route in Vietnam at 105 metres.…
Why you’ll love Victoria Mekong
There are many ways to see Vietnam’s gorgeous Mekong Delta, but when it comes to blending leisure, culture, and views, nothing beats a stylish cruise. Why not spread out on a lounger and let the scenery come to you? That’s…
Why you’ll love Victoria Mekong Cruises
There are many ways to see Vietnam’s gorgeous Mekong Delta, but when it comes to blending leisure, culture, and views, nothing beats a stylish cruise. Why not spread out on a lounger and let the scenery come to you? That’s…
Top 10 festivals & holidays in Vietnam
Vietnam’s festivals and holidays are colorful experiences, often showcasing national heritage, music and dance performances, and high-energy activities such as dragon boat races and street parades. Take part in the fun and learn about the legends that have shaped Vietnam…
Sea and sky: Ha Long aboard the Emeraude
It’s hard to say what’s the most beautiful time of day in Halong Bay. Mornings are fresh with dew on the deck, evenings are magical with soft glowing skies, and the hours between are full of enriching views. For travellers…
Three days aboard The Au Co cruise
If you love cruises, this is one you must do. Fairly inundated with photo-worthy views — lush islets, tiny boats, fascinating floating villages — this three-day jaunt with The Au Co is a feast for the eyes. As is the vessel itself.…
A night at the Opera
Alluring, nostalgic, and decorated with more than a hint of decadence, The Hotel de l’Opera Hanoi draws liberally on the romance of the theatre to create a one-of-a-kind experience in the Vietnamese capital. Plush fabrics, bold colours and theatrical touches seem…
12 traditional Vietnamese souvenirs
Discover a cultural concoction of manic markets, specialist streets, designer boutiques and cycling vendors. In Hanoi's Old Quarter, you'll come across everything from tribal textiles to shoes, coffee to crafts, paintings to specialty foods. Gentle haggling is part of the fun. Take a piece…
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