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Ideal destinations in Vietnam for a Winter holiday

Here are some suggestions for visitors who want to embrace the winter season and enjoy a wonderful holiday at this time of year in Vietnam.

Floating markets – a typical cultural feature of the Mekong region

 With its dense system of rivers and canals, Vietnam’s Mekong Delta has become famous for floating markets which attract tourists with their abundant farm produce sold directly from boats.

Son Tra – a gift of Mother Nature

 Son Tra Peninsula in Da Nang city is seen as a “green lung” for the city. it was dubbed as a “treasure” with a rich animal and plant ecosystem varying from tropical rainforests to coastal reefs.

Australian newspaper gives tips on exploring Hoa Lo Prison

 During the Vietnam War, the American POWs nicknamed the prison the Hanoi Hilton and most visitors to Hanoi today do consider a visit to this place an essential part of their itinerary.

Na Hang lake: A great area to get out of the city at the weekend

 Taking a boat trip on Na Hang lake in Tuyen Quang province amid the cool breeze in late autumn is a sound choice to get out of the city at the weekend.

Mua caves – natural treasure in Ninh Binh

Besides popular tourism spots like Trang An, Tam Coc or Bai Dinh pagoda, Hang Mua (or Mua Cave) is a place that tourists should not miss when visiting the pituresque land of Ninh Binh.

Hanoi resort tourism boasts potential

 Resort tourism in Hanoi’s suburbs and neighbouring areas has seen potential for higher growth, experts said.

Hoi An introduces audio touist guide

 Visitors to Hoi An can now learn about the ancient town more easily by using a new audio guide system.

Delicious food for early-winter days in Hanoi

 During early-winter days with cool weather in the early morning and at nightfall in Hanoi, it is very interesting for both Hanoians and visitors to enjoy specific delicious food.

Timetabled cruises of Ha Long Bay to be piloted

 Authorities of Quang Ninh Province have agreed to pilot scheduled cruise services for solo or small group travellers on Ha Long Bay.

Vietnam among SE Asia’s top spots for South Korean winter tourists

 Vietnam and other Southeast Asian nations accounted for slightly over 54% of all reservations for overseas travel in the coming month.

Traditional houses in ancient Duong Lam village attract visitors

Located in Son Tay Town, 40km to the west of Hanoi, Duong Lam village is a very popular tourist destination at the weekends.

Ha Long Bay shines in Around DB’s list of best holiday places with wow factor

 From the world’s highest mountain to emerald bays dotted with limestone islands, when it comes to natural attractions, Asia is hard to beat.

Hanoi to host first Vietnam Travel & Tourism Summit

 The first Vietnam Travel & Tourism Summit will take place at the Intercontinental Landmark72 hotel in Hanoi on December 5-6 in the framework of the Vietnam Economic Forum (ViEF) 2018.  

Must-eat street foods in Vietnam

 Vietnam is famous for a number of delicious street foods that have been hailed by prestigious foreign magazines. Following are the list of several Vietnamese cuisine visitors should not miss out on when visiting the country.

Tranquil autumn at Trang An Landscape Complex

Trang An Scenic Landscape Complex in the northern province of Ninh Binh boasts a tranquil ambiance in autumn, with a harmonious combination of mountains, valleys and a system of lakes.

Travel in Hue City through the lens of a local photographer

An exhibition at the French Institute features thirty pieces of artwork about Hue City. The art, taken by young photographer Le Huy Hoang Hai, was taken over the course of many years.

Mam hen sauce & ngan dishes

 Mam hen sauce is made from the small black insects living along the streams and river banks which the local people call ‘hen’.

Top check-in points in Hanoi during November

 November is the best time to explore the many attractive destinations that Hanoi has to offer. Now is the perfect time to explore whilst the season is full of vibrant flowers in full bloom.

Zen Mountain

 Climbing to the top of Yen Tu mountain on an autumn day delivers tranquility and wonderfully cool weather.