Experiences in Vietnam

Traditional ethnic costumes in Vietnam

The best fashion show in Vietnam doesn't happen on the runway, but in the highlands, at country markets, and among the small villages of the country's ethnic groups. Not many travellers know that Vietnam is home to 54 ethnic minorities. Many of their cultural…

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3 perfect days in Da Nang

Do you only have 72 hours in Da Nang? Check out travel writer Duncan Forgan's hour-by-hour breakdown of Central Vietnam's favorite beach city, Da Nang, all in the span of weekend.

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The story of Vietnamese pho

To the casual visitor, the province of Nam Dinh flies under the radar. Situated in the Red River Delta, Nam Dinh is known for agricultural areas and beautiful churches. Tran Hung Dao, the 13th-century national hero who helped defeat invading Mongol hordes, ca…

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The shopaholic's guide to Hoi An

In Hội An’s charming Ancient Town, even shopping counts as a cultural experience! From the 15th to 19th centuries, Hội An welcomed foreign traders who came by boat to this riverside port to buy silk, spices, gems, and ceramics. Today, in the same atmospheric …

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Vietnam's ancient Champa Kingdom

Such was the artistry of ancient Cham architects and artisans that their temples and stone carvings are some of the most moving relics found in Southeast Asia today. Discover the awe-inspiring art and architecture of the ancient Kingdom of Champa.

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Ho Chi Minh City for wellness lovers

It might seem strange to look for wellbeing in a city as dynamic and bustling as Ho Chi Minh City, however -- as wellness seekers know -- inner peace and health can be cultivated in even the most surprising places. If you love taking great care of your body a…

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