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Tet – Vietnam’s Lunar New Year is the most important holiday in the country. Beyond the festive food, family reunions, and colorful decorations, Tet also comes with a set of deeply rooted taboos. Vietnamese people believe that what happens during the first few days of the new year sets the tone for the entire year...

Winter in Vietnam (December to February) is one of the best times to visit the country. The season offers cooler, more comfortable temperatures for sightseeing, fewer crowds in many areas, and a chance to experience unique cultural celebrations including Christmas, New Year, and Tet (Lunar New Year). However, the experience varies significantly by region: from...

Thailand doesn’t give you one trip, it gives you ten, depending on where you go. That’s exactly what makes choosing the best places to visit in Thailand so genuinely difficult. This guide skips the generic lists and instead matches each destination to a specific traveler type. If you’re planning a Thailand trip for 2026, start...

Vietnam and Cambodia are two neighboring countries in Southeast Asia, sharing a land border of over 1,000 kilometers. There are 3 main ways to travel from Vietnam to Cambodia: by plane, by road (bus or private car), or by boat along the Mekong River. There is currently no direct train service between the two countries....

Every Vietnam itinerary mentions Ben Thanh Market in Ho Chi Minh City. Few explain what you’ll actually find there and what you won’t. Before you spend an hour bargaining for lacquerware you didn’t plan to buy, here’s the breakdown: what makes this 100-year-old market genuinely worth visiting, who it’s right for, and how to do...

How to travel from Chiang Rai to Luang Prabang? You have a few options to choose: direct flight, buses, and slow/ speed boats. Let’s discover the best way that fits for your travel interest, your timeframe, and your budget. Quick Comparison: All Ways to Get from Chiang Rai to Luang Prabang Method Duration Cost Best...

Phu Quoc is Vietnam’s only island with direct international flights, a cable car across the sea, and beaches that regularly appear on Southeast Asia’s best lists, yet it sits less than an hour from Ho Chi Minh City by air. If you’re already in Saigon, you’re closer to this island than most people realize. This...

August is one of Vietnam’s most misunderstood travel months. Many travelers skip it because of rain, but those who go often return pleasantly surprised. Lower prices, lush green landscapes, and far fewer crowds make August a legitimate choice, especially if you target the right regions. This guide covers everything you need to know: exact temperatures...