Paul Christiansen in Saigoneer Getaways
Waterfalls, Langur, Oysters and Abandoned Colonial Villas: A Lăng Cô Getaway
What lies between Đà Nẵng and Huế?
Just 50km From Hanoi, Đường Lâm Village Is a Charming Historical Relic
If one were to strike out west from Hanoi and follow the Red River for some 50 kilometers, there they will find Đường Lâm Village — a quintessence of rural Vietnam.
Paul Christiansen in Saigoneer Getaways
Cát Tiên National Park Is the Perfect Cure for the Festering Wounds of Chronic Urban Life
What’s new? What’s trendy? What haven’t I explored? Such questions often dictate our travel plans, but sometimes, we’d be better off asking the opposite: What’s old? What’s impervious to being in style? Where have I been before and loved?
Mũi Né Among Top 10 Trending Travel Destinations Globally in 2026, Booking Says
Travel site Booking.com dubbed Mũi Né “one of 2026’s trending travel spots,” reflective of the international attention and domestic emphasis the beach city is currently receiving.
An Ode to Vũng Tàu, Saigon's Unwavering Summer Crush
I recently took a trip to Vũng Tàu after a long summer of cultural research, which had me traveling up and down Vietnam. It had been seven years since I’d been back to the homeland, and 19 since I’d last seen the beaches of Vũng Tàu, when I was only 16. It felt like returning to a high school crush, and it made me think of the words of Trần Thiện Thanh, who once wrote, “Nhớ lúc xa xưa mười sáu trăng tròn…” I won’t say I wasn’t looking for something familiar, poetic, and possibly even as sappy.
Paul Christiansen in Travel
In Hội An’s Pottery Museum, Mini Clay Landmarks Hold Unexpected Memories
When preparing to visit Hội An’s Thanh Hà Pottery Museum, I didn’t anticipate an opportunity to reminisce. I hadn’t been to the museum dedicated to the region’s pottery traditions before, so how could it illicit fond memories?
Kit Humphrey in Travel
The Poetry of Everyday Life in Central Vietnam's Coastal Towns
Traveling south through central Vietnam by train can bring you to the familiar or the obscure: the Disney-fication of Hội An, the peaceful bays of Quy Nhơn, or the thrill of derelict spaces in Huế.
A Tribute to the Incredibly Eye-Catching, Organic Signage of Sa Đéc
Signs are like voices.
Aviation Authorities Limit Number of Tet Flights Due to Overcrowding
Vietnam’s airports, especially Tan Son Nhat, are bursting at the seams due to Tet travel.
[Photos] Vietnam's 30-Hour Voyage From Hanoi to Saigon
Traveling by train in Vietnam is not simply a trip from point A to point B; it’s just as much about the time spent in transit as it is the destination.
China Is Revamping Its Public Toilets in the Name of Tourism
In a concerted effort to boost tourism, China recently announced a new plan to upgrade its public toilets in addition to revitalizing its old industrial regions.
Brian Letwin in Travel
[Photos] Saigoneer Getaways: Cat Tien National Park
Three hours northeast of Saigon sits a patch of verdant forest among a landscape of neverending rice paddies. Cat Tien National Park is the closest you can get to hike-able, pristine nature from the m...
Saigon-Hanoi Ranks 7th Among World’s Busiest Air Routes
Vietnam’s recent domestic travel boom has made the route between Saigon and Hanoi one of the world's busiest.
Riding the Rails in Yangon and Beyond
“Hmmm…very interesting,” our new Myanmar friend muttered to herself, eyebrows arched, as she reached out to stroke Matt’s hirsute American arm.
[Video] An Intimate Look at Vietnam's Lush Landscapes and Vibrant People
When it comes to travel videos about Vietnam, there are generally two styles: the usual fast-paced time-lapse sequences that shine the limelight on local cities’ myriad colors and bustling nightscapes...
Vietnam’s International Tourist Arrivals to Hit 10m by End of Year
Before the year is out, Vietnam is on track to welcome its 10 millionth international visitor, a landmark achievement for the country’s tourism industry.
Hanoi to Spend $2m on Promotional Materials With CNN
Hanoi city officials have inked a two-year, US$2 million deal with American news channel CNN to air promotional tourism material in the hope of attracting foreign visitors and boosting the capital’s i...
Thailand to Cut Visa Fees for Tourists From 19 Countries
Thailand has decided to waive visa fees for some countries and halve visa-on-arrival costs for tourists from other nations as part of a three-month tourism promotion running from December 1, 2016 to F...
Ly Son Island Breaks Ground on $8.8m Port
Last week, local authorities in Ly Son District, Quang Ngai province broke ground on the island’s new port.
[Video] Hong Kong’s Frenetic Energy in 4 Minutes
Documenting the scenery of a city is pretty straightforward: you find a nice view, aim your camera and shoot. But capturing the energy of a city on film is often easier said than done.
Dana Filek-Gibson in Travel
Earn a Free Stay in Da Lat by Planting a Tree
In Da Lat, the cozy Nha Gio Countryside guesthouse opens its doors to travelers who are willing to plant a tree as payment for a night’s stay.
Indonesia's Lion Air to Launch New Airline in Vietnam
Indonesia’s largest airline, Lion Air, recently unveiled its plan to establish a joint venture airline in Vietnam.
Saigon-Vung Tau Hydrofoil Service to End in December
By the end of this year, Saigoneers will no longer be able to take a hydrofoil to Vung Tau.
[Photos] A Glimpse Into Mongolia's Tough Way of Life
Despite Mongolia’s -15oC winters, an intrepid photographer has waded through thick layers of snowfall and braved local hostility to capture life in the mysterious East Asian nation.
Dana Filek-Gibson in Travel
Vietnam Launches New National Tourism Website
On Tuesday, the Vietnam National Administration of Tourism (VNAT) launched its new and improved tourism website in an effort to boost the quality of the country’s tourism information and services.
[Video] Saigon Slows Down In New 4K Travel Video
Through the lens of digital artist Lorenz Hideyoshi, Saigon appears serene even in the midst of a hectic day.
TSN’s International Terminal Adds Free Napping, Play Areas
Saigon’s Tan Son Nhat International Airport continues to step up its amenity game as the airport has recently added a sleep zone and a children’s play place to its offerings.
Thai Lion Air Opens Low-Cost Bangkok-Saigon Route
Saigoneers will soon have another option for flights to Bangkok, as Thai Lion Air is set to offer daily flights between the two cities.
