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“Once there were green fields, kissed by the sun. Once there were valleys, where rivers used to run. Once there were blue skies, with white clouds high above. Once they were part of an everlasting love…” Mien Dong Thao from the front with the stream in the middle. The ballad Green Fields sounds in my [...]
The three international airports in Vietnam are in Hanoi, Ho Chi Minh City and Danang, with more than 30 international airlines flying to and from Vietnam to destinations around the world. These three international airports also serve as the major hubs for domestic flights within Vietnam, with all other domestic flights connecting through one of [...]
Everyday at sunrise, local women walk along Mui Ne’s pristine white sand beaches with baskets of souvenirs on their shoulders and heads. These mobile souvenir shops sell various items made of sea shells and other such natural products to beach revelers on holiday. Hairpins, bracelets and pearl necklaces are some of the common offerings. Prices [...]
With Vietnam’s tourism industry shifting towards offering more luxury services, Duc Hanh decides to go against the tide and book a budget tour to Halong Bay A one-day getaway to Halong is the perfect remedy for a tired Hanoi office worker. So despite the early start I’m feeling surprisingly chipper as I head to the [...]
Saigonese people have become quite familiar with foreigners on motorbikes. And it’s easy for visitors to rent some two wheeled transportation, but it is not always a simple business for the owners. “Motorbike for Rent” signs are lined up all along Pham Ngu Lao, De Tham, and Bui Vien streets. These are not big shops, [...]
Located in the heart of the Mekong Delta amid Tien and Hau rivers, Vinh Long Province has a system of canals and islets with soil rich in alluvium, which is beneficial in the development of eco-tourism. Saigontourist has recently launched a one-day tour to An Binh Islet for tourists interested in exploring this southern region. [...]
It’s said that if you want to get a real feel – and taste – for a place, you should head to the market. That’s why I took the chance to explore some of the many collections of street stalls peppered about northwestern Lao Cai Province. With their medley of ethnic people and cultures, what [...]
In Winter, the weather is often cold and wet. We would like to provide you with some valuable advice to have a wonderful journey. Don’t forget to bring warm clothes, jackets, jeans, coats and raincoats. Girls shouldn’t wear short skirts. Clothes should have dark colors so they won’t stain easily and to help absorb the [...]
The peaceful houses and simple life of the ethnic people, arranged together in attractive villages give to Sapa tranquil and attractive beauty which can’t be found in any other place…and if you intend to visit Sapa you firstly read following issue Sapa is 38 km from Lao Cai province and 376 km from Ha Noi. [...]
Vietnamese people are very friendly, polite and generous. In general, we will make every effort to have foreign guests feel comfortable. In the cities, and countryside towns, do not be surprised to be invited into a home to meet the family of someone you may have just met. These are the experiences that will enrich [...]