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Vacation in Vietnam : Highlights & Travel Tips
Vietnam is a destination that rewards travelers with remarkable variety packed into one long, vibrant country. From the limestone karsts of Ha Long Bay and the lantern-lit streets of Hoi An to the energy of Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam blends dramatic landscapes, deep history, and an unforgettable food culture. Travelers are often drawn by how easy it is to move between experiences: one trip can include mountain trekking in the north, beach time along the central coast, river life in the Mekong Delta, and days spent sampling pho, banh mi, fresh seafood, and rich Vietnamese coffee.
Key highlights include cruising or kayaking through Ha Long Bay, exploring the Old Quarter in Hanoi, visiting the imperial heritage of Hue, and wandering Hoi An at night when the town glows with colorful lanterns. Nature lovers can head to Sapa or Ha Giang for rice terraces and hill-tribe landscapes, while city-focused travelers will enjoy Vietnam’s busy markets, street-food scenes, and fascinating museums. Practical tips: Vietnam’s climate varies significantly by region, so check weather by area rather than by country as a whole; domestic flights and trains make long distances manageable; and carrying cash is useful for markets and smaller local businesses, though cards are common in larger hotels and restaurants.
Best time to travel Vietnam
The best time to visit Vietnam is generally from February to April, when travel interest peaks and conditions are favorable for many itineraries, especially with February standing out as the most popular month. December and January are also strong options for travelers looking for lively atmosphere and comfortable conditions in many parts of the country.
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Da Lat
Valley of Love
Da Nang and Hoi An
The most modern city in Vietnam
Ruins of My Son and Ha My Beach
Early in the morning, I rented a scooter again and drove to the ruins of My Son, about 40 km away. On the way there, I stopped at a small café for a Ca Phe Sua. When I entered...
Day 6 - A Sunday in Hanoi
After checking off the top items on my sightseeing list, I enjoyed a relaxing Sunday in Hanoi. After breakfast (egg noodles with pakchoi), I walked to the travel agency to buy...
Tag 4 - History and Culture of Vietnam
My morning started off both delightful and frustrating. Right at the beginning of my walk, I was approached by a sweet little girl and her mother. Well, approached is probably...
Our journey begins Hanoi
Start of our journey in Hanoi.
Ho Chi Minh (Saigon)
Arriving in Ho Chi Minh in the evening, we were able to check in and went straight to a cute vegan restaurant to eat something. After walking around our neighborhood for a bit...
Da Lat
When we arrived after a 16-hour drive at 6 a.m. at the hostel, we were pretty exhausted from the bus ride. After finally finding a nice cafe for breakfast, we had a little bit...
Ninh Binh
We continued our journey to Ninh Binh by bus. Upon arrival, our beautiful private bungalow awaited us in a lovely homestay, located a bit secluded in Tam Coc. The accommodation...
Arrival in Hanoi - Day 1 & 2
Our arrival in Hanoi!
Tag 195 - Two-day cruise to 'Halong Bay' & 'Lan Ha Bay'
Hey guys! Today was once again a result of our spontaneity :) We woke up around 8 o'clock, had breakfast and enjoyed the view from our balcony. It was a bit foggy, but nice and...
Saigon
Thursday the 6th til Monday the 10th of February: After arriving in Saigon (Ho Chi Minh City) I went out the first evening to check out the beer/backpacker street. I just wanted...
Lanterns and dresses
Saturday the 1st til Thursday the 6th of February: Woopwoop! I am happy again 😁 Hoi An was just what I hoped it would be. A beautiful town with nice weather, great food and...
Hanoi - The Capital City
Unfortunately, we hardly slept on the night bus. We arrived in Hanoi at 5:30 AM and were kicked off the bus along with our luggage. The taxi drivers were so pushy that we...
Hoi An - the most beautiful city
The most beautiful city we have visited so far on our trip is Hoi An, and we don't think we will see a more beautiful city. We had heard and read so much about it that we wanted...
Vietnam - Ho Chi Minh City
The journey from Siquijor to Ho Chi Minh City took almost a whole day. In the afternoon of April 12th, we boarded the ferry towards Dumaguete. After about an hour, we reached...
Quy Nhon - among Vietnamese
The first thing that surprises us in Quy Nhon is the kilometer-long, empty sandy beach right in the city. The promenade is capable of hosting tourists with its...
Child labor in Ho Chi Minh City and the football crazy Vietnamese
If I had written this post about Ho Chi Minh City directly on the morning after arrival, it definitely wouldn't have been very positive 😅... The location of the homestay and...
Paradise Cave Phong Nha and DMZ
Train ride from Hanoi...
Trip to Halong Bay
Once again, we had to get up very early. At half past seven, we were supposed to be picked up from the hotel for a full-day trip to Halong Bay. We had booked this trip online...
Cycling tour and stufffff
Hello everyone, We had to get up at 7 am today (and no, we no longer remember what it's like to get up and go to work 🤦🏽♀️). Everything was planned, wake up at 7, breakfast...
Chill excursion
Good evening, We're back in the game after a saaaau exhausting day. When we had breakfast this morning, we were still sure that we'd rent a scooter. However, after reading some...
Night train+ Sa Pa
Hello guys, Unfortunately, we didn't write a blog post yesterday because we took the night train from Hanoi to Sa Pa. We started at 9:30 PM and arrived in Lao Cai at 5:30 AM....
The dark side of Asia..
Overnight, Jonas developed something that caused us a bit of trouble the next morning...
Mekong Delta - Coconuts and Grilled Rats
From Ho Chi Minh, we book a two-day trip to the Mekong Delta. We are very excited to get out into nature after spending so much time in the big city. We are armed with mosquito...
Trekking in the far North: Sa Pa
The night on the train was short, sometimes warm, sometimes cold, sometimes loud, sometimes quiet, comfortable for Carsten, restless for Tina... so we arrived somewhat exhausted...