Vietnam travel guide

Hoi An is a lovely little town on the central coast of Vietnam – a former trading port that left behind a rich legacy of historic buildings, colonial architecture, and a charming waterfront. Today, the Ancient Town of Hoi An is a living museum and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. It balances art, history, culture,...

You’ve seen the Golden Bridge photos. You’ve heard about the beaches. But when it comes to booking, one question keeps coming up: how many days in Da Nang do you actually need? The answer depends on your travel style, but most first-time visitors find that 3 to 5 days hits the sweet spot. Rush it,...

Step into the beating heart of Vietnam’s capital, where the Hanoi 36 streets pulse with energy from dawn to midnight. This maze of narrow lanes offers an intoxicating blend of sizzling street food, centuries-old trades, and vibrant local life that defines authentic Vietnamese culture. Whether you’re hunting for the best pho Hanoi has to offer,...

Hoi An in July is hot but not unbearably so. With temperatures peaking around 31°C, 12+ hours of sunshine daily, and only short afternoon showers, July is actually one of Hoi An’s most rewarding months to visit. Crowds are lighter than the Christmas-February peak, the Cham Islands are fully open for snorkeling, and the Ancient...

Yes, Saigon in July is absolutely worth visiting, even in the rainy season. Showers are mostly short afternoon bursts, temperatures stay warm, hotel prices drop 20-30%, and the city feels refreshingly local. Here’s everything you need to know to make the most of it, straight from our team based in Vietnam. What is the Weather...

Yes! September is one of the best months to visit Hanoi. The city transitions from summer to early autumn: temperatures ease to a comfortable 24-31°C, the air fills with the scent of milk flowers, and two of Vietnam’s biggest celebrations – National Day and the Mid-Autumn Festival, bring the streets alive. Crowds are thinner than...

You have one Southeast Asia trip. Two cities made the shortlist. Hanoi or Bangkok, which one do you choose? Bangkok is the reflex answer. It has the infrastructure, the name recognition, the Instagram grid. But here’s what most experienced Asia travelers will tell you quietly: Hanoi is the one that stays with you. The one...

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...