Khôi Phạm in Travel
Bask in the Morning Sun in the Green Heart of Huế Along the Hương River
As tourists, it's in our built-in compass to seek out novelties and excitements, if anything, to remind us that our daily humdrum is not everything, and there exists a world out there with multitudes to explore.
Chùa Một Cột in Thailand Reminds Me of the Familiar in an Unfamiliar Land
On my last full day in Khon Kaen, Thailand, I was on a mission to catch the sunset, although the cloudy and gloomy sky didn’t give me much hope. Instead, I randomly stumbled upon a gate with signs written in Vietnamese. Out of curiosity, I decided to walk in, and the farther I walked, the more clearly I spotted a familiar image from afar: a one-pillar pagoda standing right on the edge of the reservoir.
Bạch Nam Hải’s Documentary Photo Series Captures Sapa's 7 Years of Transformation
From the town to the depths of the misty mountains of Sapa, Bạch Nam Hải embarked on a documentary photographic journey, capturing the essence of local life, the intimate connections between people and nature, and the contrast between the natural landscape and rapid urban development fueled by tourism expansion.
Chris Humphrey in Travel
'Living Hanoi' Series by Joseph Gobin Delves Into the Capital's Eccentricities
Is there a photographic format more suitable for capturing Hanoi's abundantly complex and alluring culture than the crystalline clarity of medium format film?
Insights, Polished History Lessons Await in Hanoi's Massive, Brutalist Military Museum
When I pitched a review of Hanoi’s massive new Vietnam Military History Museum to the Saigoneer editorial staff, I expected to find the museum somewhat boring. After all, although I am a historian, I am not really that interested in military stuff, and I’d been to the original location on Điện Biên Phủ Street several times — how could this new museum improve on the old one? What could this new museum say that the old one didn’t? What could I learn here that I haven’t already learned at Saigon’s War Remnants Museum and Hồ Chí Minh Campaign Museum, at Điện Biên Phủ’s war museum, at Hải Phòng’s naval museum, and at the countless other shrines to Vietnamese martial prowess across the country? Quite a lot, it turns out.
Paul Christiansen in Travel
Ruminate on Our Natural Legacies While Surrounded by Cây Sao at Ao Bà Om
I never pass up an opportunity to reflect on chò nâu and its dipterocarp relative, cây sao. The massive trees that gracefu...
Paul Christiansen in Travel
Art, Flowers Bloom at Huế’s Hidden Museum, Lebadang Memory Space
People often think that art is distant and difficult to appreciate, but a garden is different; everyone knows how to admire a flower.
Live Music, Sports, Art and Activities Fill District VUI with Summer Fun
Vietnam’s south-central coast is blessed with warm sunshine, cool waves, and relaxed vibes all year round, creating a perpetual vacation atmosphere. With school breaks and summer holidays, there is no better time to explore the tropical regions at the nexus of forest and sea.
Tours Of Vietnam’s Son Doong Cave Suspended
Tours to Vietnam’s Son Doong Cave, the largest ever discovered, have been suspended following the conclusion of a one-year pilot program, reports Thanh Nien.
Vietnam Considers Waiving Visas For 9 Nationalities
The Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism and the Ministry of Transport is seeking approval to waive visa requirements for citizens of France, Germany, the UK, Spain, Italy, Australia, New Zealand, ...
[Photos] A LEGO Couple’s Journey Across Vietnam
Earlier this year, we saw Scottish couple, Craig McCartney and Lindsey Haggerty, travel across Europe and SE Asia with 2 Lego companions, taking pictures of the plastic toys along the way.
[Video] The Beauty Of Lý Sơn Island
Lý Sơn Island, located in Quảng Ngãi Province, is a favorite place for travelers to enjoy crystal clear waters, large volcanic cliffs and verdant landscapes.
12 Photos Of Mộc Châu’s Majestic Peaks and Valleys
One of Vietnam’s famous mountainous regions, Mộc Châu never disappoints visitors with its marvelous beauty.
Vietnamese Company Launches Hanoi – Ha Long Bay Seaplane Service
Vietnamese aviation company, Hai Au, has big plans for the untapped luxury seaplane services market. The airline is set to launch its Hanoi-Ha Long Bay route in September and has its eyes on other pop...
Irishman Completes Epic Cross-Country Road Trip With An Unlikely Companion
When Irishman, Dan McAllen arrived in Vietnam for a 2-week road trip from Saigon to Hanoi, one of his first orders of business was to buy a motorbike.
[Photos] Crossing This Quảng Ngãi Bridge Will Make You Question Your Life Decisions
This bridge suspension bridge, which traverses the Re river, is notorious among locals for its rotten wood planks, held together by a steel wire. However, despite the danger, residents of Gọi Re villa...
Cambodia To Raise Visa Fees In October
Traveling to Cambodia is about to get a bit more expensive.
Soon You’ll Be Able To Buy Train Tickets Online In Vietnam
Starting this Lunar New Year, you will be able to use your credit card to pay for a train tickets on Vietnam Railways, allowing you to avoid the typical long lines.
Bitexco Wants To Manage Ha Long Bay
With Ha Long Bay becoming one of Vietnam’s most popular tourist destinations, the UNESCO World Heritage Site has become difficult to manage.
[Photos] Water Jet Packs Now Available In Nha Trang
The extreme water sport, Flyboarding (basically water jet packs) has made it way to Nha Trang. Now you can fly above the water like Marty Mcfly.
Hanoi’s Noi Bai Airport Launches Sleep Pod Services
After first capsule hotel opened its doors in Saigon earlier this year, the pod concept is now being applied at Noi Bai International Airport.
5 Remarkable Places To Discover In Lai Châu
Blessed with cloudy peaks, enchanting valleys and stunning rice paddies, one can marvel at Lai Châu’s beautiful scenery without spending a fortune.
Son Doong Cave Tours Fully Booked Through 2015
Vietnam's Son Doong Cave, the largest in the world, is fully booked until 2015, according to Vietnamese tourism officials.
A Guide To Phu Quoc’s Beaches
Phu Quoc, the popular tourist island and former prison, is set for some major changes between now and 2030. Though many feel that these plans will turn the island into another generic SE Asian re...
3 Vietnam Hotels Named “Best In Asia”
3 Vietnam hotels have made Travel + Leisure’s 2014 “World’s Best Awards,” according to DTI News.
Tan Son Nhat Ordered To Reduce Food Prices
Outside of Burger King and Popeye’s, most of the food sold at Tan Son Nhat Airport is provided by one of two companies Autogrill VFS or Song Viet, both of which think that their prices are fair. But t...
Brian Letwin in Travel
This Great Annotated Map Shows The Best Route Between Saigon And Hanoi
Intimidated by the prospect of driving from Saigon to Hanoi? While this awesome annotated map from Vietnam Coracle won’t help you with the winding roads full of busses and trucks, it should at least a...
[Video] Stunning Ha Long Bay Timelapse
When timelapse photographer, Rufus Blackwell traveled to Ha Long Bay last year, he brought along his Canon 5D mk3 and a GoPro to make this awesome video.
