Destination highlights

Vietnam stretches more than 1,600 kilometres from top to bottom, and it’s tempting to squeeze every highlight into a single week. Try it, and you may spend more time at airports than in the places you came to see. The good news is that a week can work well if you choose your approach carefully....

Phu Quoc is a stunning island tucked into the Gulf of Thailand. It sits closer to Cambodia than to most of mainland Vietnam, with pristine beaches, lush national park scenery, and a laid back island pace. That makes it one of the most rewarding add ons to any Cambodia trip. Reaching it takes a bit...

Hanoi Old Quarter is the historic heart of the capital, a maze of merchant streets, narrow tube houses, temples, coffee corners and street kitchens where traditional life carries on beside modern cafés and boutique hotels. It sits just north of Hoan Kiem Lake, which makes it easy to combine with the city’s best-known landmark. Whether...

Laos welcomes travelers with forested mountains, the winding Mekong River, and a slower pace that feels increasingly rare in Southeast Asia. Bordered by Thailand and Vietnam, with China to the north, Myanmar to the northwest, and Cambodia to the south, Laos has no coastline, yet its landlocked geography is exactly what keeps it feeling wonderfully...

Angkor Wat may be the reason you booked the flight, but it shouldn’t be the only reason you stay. Between circus performances that change lives, floating villages built on stilts, and some of the best food in Cambodia, Siem Reap rewards anyone willing to spend a day or two off the temple trail. Here are...

Among the many temples scattered across the Angkor Archaeological Park, Ta Prohm is the one that feels like a secret the jungle never quite gave up. Ancient roots snake across crumbling stone walls, doorways are framed by trees that seem to be slowly swallowing the ruins whole, and the whole place carries a mystical, slightly...

Choosing between Thailand or Vietnam for your Southeast Asia adventure? Both destinations offer incredible experiences, but they cater to different travel styles and budgets. While Thailand dazzles with golden temples and party islands, Vietnam captivates with raw authenticity and better value. This comprehensive comparison breaks down costs, culture, food, beaches, and ideal itineraries to help...

Hue sweet soup, locally called Che Hue – is Vietnam’s most celebrated dessert tradition, with over 36 recognized varieties served hot or cold, from royal palace banquets to busy street corners. Whether you have a sweet tooth or simply want to understand Hue’s culinary soul, no visit to this ancient imperial city is complete without...