Quy Nhon is a coastal city located in Binh Dinh province in the centre of Vietnam. In recent years the area has become popular with tourists thanks to its beautiful beaches, consistent sun, and blue sea. The city is blessed with a coastline that stretches for 72km. Cat Tien beach is one of the area’s […]

The Hoan Kiem Lake Walking Street, open during weekends, stands as a vital hub for leisure and recreation, catering to both tourists and locals in the heart of the capital. Opened officially in September 2016 after a two-year pilot, the pedestrian street area around Hoan Kiem Lake is now accessible every weekend, starting from 7 […]

Cherished for its delectable offerings and diverse menu, Mrs. Oanh’s Hanoi porridge shop captivates both office workers and food enthusiasts with its allure. Situated at 5 Hang Voi Street, Ly Thai To Ward, Hoan Kiem District, the bean porridge served with fried tofu made by Mrs. Kim Oanh consistently bustles with patrons, especially during lunch. […]

Every autumn, a familiar sight emerges near St. Joseph’s Cathedral in Hanoi – Hoc, a seasoned vendor, sets up her stall to offer a beloved Hanoian snack: young green rice. As the season unfolds its charm, the streets surrounding the Old Quarter, St. Joseph’s Cathedral, and Hoan Kiem Lake become adorned with the presence of […]

A potent combination of the ancient, the modern and the in-between, Hanoi boasts historic vestiges, colonial heritages and guild streets with food and beer joints to write home about. BEST TIME TO VISIT The autumn season from September to November and spring between March and April are the most ideal times to visit Hanoi when […]

The charming capital of Vietnam has won the hearts of many foreign tourists for its rich culture, beautiful east-meets-west buildings, and wonderful street food. According to Thetravel.com, there are more places in Vietnam than its capital Hanoi that tourists should explore. A corner in Hanoi’s Old Quarter Area. Photo: Huy Pham In a recently published travel […]

The northern port city of Hai Phong is home to a well preserved “French Quarter,” a UNESCO-recognized biosphere reserve, beaches, caves and exceptional cuisine. BEST TIME TO VISIT Hai Phong boasts a subtropical climate typical of northern Vietnam: hot and humid with heavy rains in summer, dry and cold in winter. The best time to […]

With the VnExpress Marathon set to make its debut in Ha Long Bay next week, feel free to explore the manifold attractions that the UNESCO heritage site has in store. BEST TIME TO VISIT Ha Long Bay and Hanoi are birds of a feather when it comes to the weather. They have four distinct seasons: […]

Ha Giang is just 300 kilometers from Hanoi, but the life that unfolds in the province is a world apart from most other places, given its topography and ethnic diversity. BEST TIME TO VISIT Between September and November is the most ideal time to visit Ha Giang with dry climate and cool weather with average […]

Can Tho City, considered the heart of the Mekong Delta, is well-known for its unique floating markets and maze of rivers and canals that are tailor-made for ecotourism. BEST TIME TO VISIT Can Tho is not much affected by storms, and its weather is pleasant all year round with distinct rainy and dry seasons. The […]