Ha Long Bay, translated as ‘Bay of Descending Dragons‘, 1969 islands which rise from the ocean, mystical and a must on a visit to Vietnam. Local legend has it that when the Vietnamese were fighting Chinese invaders, the gods sent a family of dragons to help defend the land. This family of dragons began […]
Hanoi, the capital and second-largest city of Vietnam on the riverbank of the Red River, known as the city of lakes, it has a 1000 year history of the establishment of the city. As the capital of Vietnam for almost a thousand years, Hanoi is considered to be one of the cultural centres of […]
Vietnam’s largest island, Phu Quoc Island is an opportunity to see unspoiled beaches, forests, mountains and towns. This is a place for rest and relaxation, adventure, and days on the beach. Voted ‘Most Cleanest and Beautiful Beaches of the World’. The island is about the size of Singapore, plans to for an international airport […]
Hoi An Ancient Town is a well-preserved example of a South-East Asian trading port dating from the 15th to the 19th century. Its buildings and its street plan reflect the influences, both indigenous and foreign, that have combined to produce this unique heritage site. In central Vietnam, it began receiving foreign trading ships during […]
Nha Trang is a coastal city on the South Central Coast of Vietnam, known for its beaches and recognised as ‘one of the 29 most beautiful bays in the world’. The plan was to arrive at the city airport and walk the short 2-3km trip along the seafront to reach our chosen hotel, but […]
The largest city in Vietnam, it was the capital of the French colony and later the independent state of South Vietnam, in 1976 it was officially renamed Ho Chi Minh City. More commonly known as Saigon, it is a buzzing and vibrant city with plenty to attract the tourist. Situated on the banks of […]
Recovering from the ravages of war, Vietnam remains underdeveloped but is certain to explode as the destination for the 21st Century. This destination certainly deserves a visit. After decades of war and conflict peace has been reached and people are building upon the wealth of visitors. What has been compared to Thailand 20 years […]
Situated close to the beach, Sea Star Resort offers simple and comfy accommodation with free WiFi access in its public areas. It is within 438 yards from Phu Quoc Night Market and Coco Bar. Fitted with tiled flooring, air-conditioned rooms come with a clothes rack, minibar, a telephone and a TV with satellite channels. […]
Mai House Resort provides elegant accommodation just steps from the beach. The resort is just a 10-minute drive from Duong Dong Town and provides a restaurant, a sun terrace and free Wi-Fi throughout the resort. The resort is located a 30-minute walk from Duong Dong night market and about 2.5 miles from Phu Quoc […]
Five-star luxury service with all the comforts, located in Hanoi‘s French Quarter, Hilton Hanoi Opera offers comfortable Vietnamese-style accommodation with leisure facilities including a swimming pool and fitness centre. Hilton Hanoi Opera is just a short stroll away from the famous Old Quarter and the city’s business district. It is also next to Hanoi‘s […]
Phuoc An Hotel is located a 3.1 miles bicycle ride from Cua Dai Beach, with an outdoor pool and a variety of beauty and massage services. Rooms are fitted with a flat-screen cable TV. A restaurant is available. Phuoc An Hotel is 33.1 miles from Da Nang International Airport. My Son Holy Land is […]
Sea View Hotel is hard to find and book, it may go by some other name. It was a great value considering just a short walk to the beach in Nha Trang. Despite being called a Sea View Hotel, it was anything but. Already other taller buildings had obstructed what was once a view. […]
Centrally located in Ho Chi Minh City, Spring Hotel offers free Wi-Fi and free private parking. A 5-minute walk from the Opera House, various shops and restaurants. Rooms at the Spring Hotel have a TV with cable channels, a minibar and a safe. A hairdryer and ironing facilities are provided. Services and facilities at […]