Vietnam’s north, as it fans out towards China and Laos, offers some of the country’s most stunning scenery, completely different from the lush, low-lying Mekong Delta or the long stretches of sand and sea up and…
American novelist James Michener once said: If you reject the food, ignore the customs, fear the religion, and avoid the people, you might better stay home. For many of us, experiencing exotic foods is one of…
A large part of Hoi An’s irresistible charm are the dozens and dozens of boutiques that line its pedestrian-friendly Ancient Town. From chic homeware to kitschy souvenirs, Hoi An is truly a shopper’s delight at any…
Vietnam is a fishing nation. With more than 3,000 kilometers of coastline, and countless lakes, rivers and streams, it’s no wonder that the average Vietnamese consumes upwards of 40 kg of fish per year, not to…
The beautiful art of batik – using wax and dye to create patterns on cloth – has been around for centuries. More than 2,400 years ago, the Egyptians used a form of batik to wrap their…
Looking down on a map of the Mekong Delta, one of the most notable features is the extensive network of waterways, fanning out like so many long fingers. Not only does it add to the natural…
Sometimes you’re lucky enough to visit a place that changes you. And other times, you are lucky enough to change a place you visit. That was what happened to two guests at Victoria Xiengthong Palace recently…
Hoi An’s place in history as a bustling seaport in the 16th to 18th centuries drew artisans from the length and breadth of Vietnam to its prosperous trading scene. Today, the townspeople point to its rich…
Just an hour’s drive south of Phan Thiet lies the lighthouse of Ke Ga. Set on a rugged, wild beach that’s truly off the beaten path, this 35m structure is Southeast Asia’s tallest and oldest. Built…
This time of year, flowers and chocolate are probably in your thoughts. Vietnam grows beautiful flowers (we’re talking 10 roses from Dalat for less than a dollar!) but what about chocolate? While “Vietnam” and “chocolate” are…
Monday February 8, 2016 marks the first day of the Lunar New Year, ushering in the Year of the Monkey. Traditionally, from late January to mid-February, countries like China, Hong Kong, Korea, Thailand and, of course,…
One of the joys of the Mekong Delta is visiting small cottage industries that dot the region. Known as “The Rice Bowl” of Vietnam, people of the delta inevitably find themselves with a lot of time…
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