About 40 kilometers to the south of Hue city, Bach Ma mountain is nestled in the Truong Son mountain range which looks like a white horse stretching its legs towards the vast sea (Bach Ma means white horse in English). Not only does this area have charming scenery, a cool climate, and French-style villas, but it is also gathers many rare and precious animals and plants of the tropics in the vast primitive forests with spectacular streams and waterfalls. An Overview of Bach Ma National Park Legend has it that in the old days, fairies used to ride white horses down to Bach Ma mountain to play Ch ..read more

As you may know, Da Nang is a beautiful coastal city with gorgeous beaches, interesting historical sites, and natural scenery right out the back door. Not to mention, it has a great blended cuisine of the Central region and the North of Vietnam. These captivating features of Da Nang confidently makes it one of the most visited cities in the country with people coming from international destinations every year. As interesting as it gets for travelers, Da Nang also makes a name for itself as a very liveable city. You can do more than sunbathe on My Khe beach, or a motorbike trip to the Marble Mo ..read more

If you haven’t been to Saigon, know this: Saigon is a rich intersection of different cultures and cuisines from across the whole world. Bakeries and dessert cafes are included. Below are the best bakeries and dessert cafes for a sweet wonderful day, so let’s dig in! Bakeries ABC Bakery & Cafe: The Proud Vietnamese Bakery Photo: justgola.comOriginally a small family-sized bakery opened in 1989, ABC Bakery has grown rapidly to be a leader in its industry. Not only is this place a popular bakery brand that you can find in most cities, but ABC also offers a variety of products to satisfy your ..read more

Ninh Binh used to be the capital of ancient Vietnam in the 10th century. The Kingdom of Dai Co Viet at that time was ruled by King Dinh Tien Hoang. After he reunified the country from the event of 12 armies, King Dinh decided to choose Hoa Lu, Ninh Binh to be the capital of the country because of its special geography. More than a thousand years later, Ninh Binh now attracts many tourists looking to visit old temples as well as Ninh Binh’s majestic nature. I have listed below the best accommodations in this area that will suit your luxurious dreams.  Ninh Binh Emeralda Resort  Photo: Emeralda ..read more

Vietnam offers travelers many means of transportation. Some of these forms of transportation can be unpleasant or long, but one thing is for sure, the best way to embrace this country’s beauty is hopping on a motorbike for a trip. We have a proud collection of many breathtaking motorbike passes throughout the country, looping around stunning mountain and jungle views. Let’s take a ride across Vietnam from north to south! Hanoi – Moc Chau Route An Unrivaled Beauty Between the Mountains It’s about 180 kilometers from Hanoi to Moc Chau along National Route 6 towards Son La and Dien Bien province ..read more

Even though there are so many cafe options, travelers still ask for some recommendations. So here is a list that has narrowed down the thousands of cafes in the city of Saigon to just nine. It excludes those well-known brands such as Trung Nguyen, Phuc Long, and the Coffee House. Despite their delicious coffee and awesome environment, they can get a bit crowded as they are popular. If you just want to find a place to relax with a book and a cuppa, then this list is definitely for you. Here are our favorite cafes in Saigon. We recommend these not just for the taste of the coffee but also for th ..read more

Hoi An seems to be most popular city in Vietnam for being home to age-old and prestigious tailors. If you’re a beginner in the bespoke industry, check out our full guide to tailoring in Hoi An. And don’t you worry if you’re staying in Ho Chi Minh City, because the best tailors here will serve you just right.  Phan’s Custom Tailor This tailor is praised by many travel guidance sources as the best tailor in Ho Chi Minh City. It really lives up to this name as a large number of customers have come here and left with absolute satisfaction. They customize fashion for both men and women and offer a ..read more

Mid-Autumn Festival (trung thu) is a bustling time in Vietnam. This festival is celebrated on August 15th of the Lunar calendar. However, preparations for the festival start one or two months before. When you wander around town, you will see lots of streetside shops selling mooncake and lanterns. The color red is festooned around the city, many homes and every corner is decorated. Local people will buy mooncake as gifts for their loved ones. In fact, mooncakes are everywhere. You will see many Vietnamese people enjoying a feast of mooncake and tea.  We also celebrate with a little music! Many ..read more

With 4,000 thousand years of history under its belt, the literary treasure of Vietnam is very plentiful, including countless myths, legends, and folk tales. I grew up hearing these stories from my mother, read them in my textbooks in school, and watched cartoons based on these stories on television. These myths and legends are a part of my childhood. I want to share these interesting stories with you so you can learn a little more about Vietnam. Just by listening, you can explore the historical events and the ancient folk stories of the Vietnamese people through these stories.  The Descendant ..read more

Apart from its many cultural sights, Saigon has a lively scene of sports bars and active sports clubs which sport lovers can visit and join. Whether you love meeting up with your friends to sip some beers and watch a game or want to get out on the field yourself, this city has got you covered. We’ve put together a list of the best places to watch and play sports in Saigon for you. Where to Watch Sports in Saigon: Pubs and Bars Thanks to both its large expat community and the love people of Saigon have for sports, Saigon is home to plenty of sports bars. Some will show a wide variety of discipl ..read more