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Nha Trang

For all the negatives brought about by colonialism, one could thank the French, and later on the Americans, for having the foresight to see beauty out of nothingness. What was once a sleepy coastline dotted with small fishing villages, the French transformed it into the very popular resort town of Nha Trang, also known as the Riviera of the South China Sea. To get there, one may fly directly to the Cam Ranh International Airport, use the train that passes between Ho Chi Minh City and Hanoi or buses from HCMC or Hoi An.

Halong Bay

The iconic Halong Bay is the most logical next destination if you chose the picturesque Hanoi as your jump-off point to your Vietnam Trip. The UNESCO World Heritage Site needs no further introduction as it has been featured in countless movies, travelogues, vlogs, and magazines because of its rich biodiversity and scenery that looks straight out of a postcard. The Bay of the Descending Dragon as it is otherwise known covers an area of over 1,500 sqm and is dotted with almost 2,000 uninhabited limestone cliffs make for a most breathtaking and spectacular view.

Whale Island

Whale Island: Nha Trang’s Quiet Alternative Whale Island (Hon Ong) sits 20 kilometers north of Nha Trang, but it feels worlds away. This small island has one resort, no … Read more

Pleiku

It doesn’t get more off-the-beaten-track than Pleiku, the Gia Lai province’s capital which is strategically located at the junction of two of Vietnam’s major highways routes 14 and 19 and is a great jump-off point for anyone looking to explore Vietnam’s verdant central highlands. With its lush green beauty, it’s hard to think that just a few decades ago this site was heavily bombed as part of the “Operation Rolling Thunder” but with help of the USSR, Pleiku was rebuilt into what it is now.

Buon Ma Thuot

Located in the lush green central highlands of Vietnam is the capital of Daklak Province, Buon Ma Thuot a slowly developing tourist destination that has established itself as a gateway to the surrounding awe-inspiring landscapes of the region. For coffee enthusiasts, this destination will make you palpitate heavily as this is where the majority of Vietnam’s coffee engine is fueled with its rich, red soil perfect for cultivating coffee beans.

Kon Tum

A remote region in Vietnam’s Central Highlands, Kon Tum is a destination for travelers seeking solace and it is not unusual to plan a trip there and not see any tourist, foreign and local but should not discourage anyone from not going especially if you’re into a relaxing ambiance, set on a river and populated with friendly locals.

Lao Cai

Thung Nang

Tuan Chau

Quang Ngai

Lang Son

Vung Tau

If traveling to Vietnam and Ho Chi Minh City is your getaway, then Vung Tau could be a perfect opportunity to be a getaway within that getaway due to its proximity to the southern capital. The tourist destination is so steeped in maritime history that the European ship activities during the 14th and 15th centuries inspired the name Vung Tau which means “anchorage”. Its tourist boom roots could be traced back to the recent War when US and Australian troops flocked to the city for relaxation and recreation.