Floating on the streets

In Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh city, the rain season often brings flood and turns life up-side-down, haunting people with the dreaded images of stuck vehicles and street fishermen.

Vâng, I do

Some people have a taste for unique exotic things. Some stop at collecting baseball caps from over the globe. Some hunt down traditional clothing. All the while, some find the stories of a foreign partner exciting and her original beauty unrivaled.

Museum Fans? These are Vietnam's Four Best

Vietnam museums are probably among the many underscored aspects of Vietnam's tourism. In fact, the country has developed a rich archive of data and artefacts, historical and cultural, though their display sometimes does not reveal all its charm.

Hit me up, Jam me in

Who could expect one of the most dreaded things about one-thousand-years-old Hanoi is that one could get hit by a bus at any moment?

It is HELLO instead of XIN CHAO

Vietnamese have a long history of learning languages.

The 5 Best Hotels to Stay in Hue

Located in the central of Vietnam and with a rich history and culture, Hue City reflects a particular part of Vietnamese soul. Hotels here also have some unique traits that you will certainly be impressed.

Curses of the Wandering Ghosts

The Vietnamese are deeply vested in the belief of the Lunar Calendar. Despite most activities these days go on with the Gregorian one, people still keep track of the dates the old way. Many holidays and festivals are held on the occasions of the moon.

Strange Sounds, Old and New

For a country that has 4000 years of history, Vietnam reasonably has a very rich oral tradition.

5 Best Places to Take Photos in Hanoi

Wandering around Hoan Kiem Lake on a sunny Sunday afternoon, you will catch sight of many young men with their professional cameras stick to their eyes and beautiful young girls in their fancy clothes attractively posing. As a matter of fact, photography is now becoming more and more popular in Vietnam nowadays, and here are five Hanoi’s photogenic spots with their breathtaking natural settings which serve as perfect backgrounds for photographers.

5 Great Places to Spend Your Evening in Ho Chi Minh City

At a loss of what to do when the sun sets? Let Vietnam Online editors tell you what you have to choose from among the lively night scenes in Ho Chi Minh City.

Cheer!

If the locals have to pick their favorite drinks, coffee sure comes rocking steady all-day long at the first place. But beer certainly can hold firm its 2nd place as king of the night

The 5 Summer Coolers of Ho Chi Minh City

Feeling thirsty? Getting tired? It is time to load some new energy with drinks. We know that Bia Hoi or an ice-cappucchino will cure your cravings but while you are there, try some local drinks of Ho Chi Minh City.

Up and Running at 4AM

The gym nowadays has become much more than just about working out.

Photoblogging 1: Ho Chi Minh City

Photoblogging has emerged since 2000s together with the new surge in user-generated- content of the internet. Here at VietnamOnline, we cherish the visual effect of photos as a means to deliver the beauty of Vietnam and beyond.

An Essence of Vietnamese Soul

Leave Vietnam for merely half a year and sometimes one will just be shocked by how many things have managed to change in such little time.

Hanoi Old Quarter: Streets to Remember

You might be dazzled by the chaos of Hanoi's Old Quarter but make sure you find your way to these below mentioned streets to make your trip even more memorable.

Bring on the Heat

Vietnam is HOT but there are ways to cure, and to prevent. Heed these witty advice from Vietnam Online editor and enjoy your dream holidays!

Have You Watched These Vietnamese Modern Classic Movies?

This time Vietnam Online's editors bring you the must-watch movie of Vietnamese film industry. All of them are not only nominated for prestigious international awards but also a pride of Vietnamese people. And thanks to all these international launching ceremony, all these movies can be found with full English subtitle!

Feeling like home in a distant land - Expats in Vietnam

Being a country that counts people of 54 different ethnic groups as its citizens, Vietnam is no stranger to the idea of expatriates living within its border. From the open-sea oil-drilling platforms in Bach Long Vi to the rocky mountains of Ha Giang, one will find that foreigners today shape up an important aspect of the local culture.

Why Vietnam? 10 Reasons Everyone Should Know

Most travellers place Vietnam in a comparison chart as they decide where to go next: will Thailand, Laos, Hongkong or Vietnam be worth my precious vacation? Will my kids have fun in that place? Will I encounter any problems as a single woman traveler? VietnamOnline will tell you the top 10 reasons why Vietnam should be on the agenda for your upcoming trip.

Top 8 Shopper-Paradises of Ho Chi Minh City

Shoppers visiting Ho Chi Minh City cannot miss any of these places: Vincom Center, Diamond Plaza, Ben Thanh Market, Parkson and Nowzone.

Monkey Sees Monkey Will Do

A rather sarcastic yet honest look at patents and copyrights issues in Vietnam.

Hanoi or Ho Chi Minh City? The 7 Major Differences

"I have only 5 days to spare for Vietnam. Now ... Hanoi or Ho Chi Minh City?" This puzzle has hassled numerous visitors to Vietnam, many of whom write to us hoping to get some advice.

Vietnam Most Loved Travel Experiences

One cannot compare the beauty of one place to another, but one can surely put into the chart which destination yields a more authentic and lovely experience. In this article, our editors pick what we consider the most unique to Vietnam and present here to you. Read and check out which one fits your personality the most.

5 Must-see Attractions in Hanoi

Almost all tourists dream about a peaceful and antique Hanoi, however, Hanoi is more than that. The attractiveness is nothing far from the fine combination of natural beauty with ancient colonial architecture and cultural religious features. The lively ambiance also pulls tourists back to the green city. There is no reason for missing out one of below attractions when coming to Hanoi and these places certainly keep you busy for days on end.

The 5 Local Tastes You Must Not Miss While in Hanoi

Hanoi's food culture is so vibrant that we can spend days and nights discussing. Everyday new cafe pops up, and delicious street food now spread evenly to almost every districts of the city. Let's not forget the prime options that make Hanoi's food culture where it is today.

5 Most Popular Vietnamese Vegetarian Food

Even though Vietnamese food is renowned all over the world for being healthy and vegieful, it is hard to find a pure vegetarian option from time to time. Here are the top 5 food that can be found in either family meals, ”com binh dan” or high-end restaurants without scanning the country for vegetarian-only places. In fact, they are the hidden gems of Vietnamese cuisines that you are about to find out.

5 Most Famous National Parks of Vietnam

Despite the incredible population density, Vietnam is still listed among the world’s top ecologically diverse country. From North to South, you can always find a place to escape the crowd. Hiking, bird watching or just chilling in the green of nature, all you need is to jot down these popular places and mark it on your itinerary.

Beyond Ben Thanh Market - Saigon Has A Lot More to See

If you already read the guide book and visited all the essentials, let us show you a detour to see more of Ho Chi Minh City.

5 Street Vendors You Cannot Miss Out In Hanoi

Besides being sold on streets, all these places have one thing in common: they are groups of shops selling one type of food. Usually one family starts the business with an innovative idea and the neighbours follow their examples. As time go by, these shops have achieved an almost equal status and gained recognition among street food-lovers. However, one disadvantage they all bear is the absence of English in their menu (sometimes there is no menu at all), even as they all locate right in the heart of the Old Quarter. It may be difficult to communicate since the shops are designed for locals, yet if you desperately want to taste a bit of Hanoi’s life, where food is abundant, tasty and cheap; they are there for you to try.

9 Most Popular Vegetables In Vietnam

Renowned for its healthy and fat-free cuisine, Vietnamese food scene is also abundant with leafy green that hardly any other gastronomy can compare. In fact if you go to the wet market any where in the country, you will be pleasantly surprised with the variety of veggies on display. Below is what Vietnamese most often have for their daily meals.

5 Best Budget Vegetarian Restaurants In Hanoi

From small family restaurants like Au Lac (318 Lang Str) to local restaurants, for instance An Lac (8/2/40 Ta QuangBuu – Bach Khoa area), Thien Phuc (18/71 Nguyen Hong Str.), and even homely restaurants, typically Nang Tam (79A Tran Hung Dao Str), vegan restaurants are getting more and more popular. This is a list of 5 recommended vegan restaurants in Hanoi:

The 5 Must-try Delicacies When You Visit Hue

An old capital of Vietnam and an eternal capital of world gastronomy, Hue deserves every mention when it comes to food. If you have only a couple of days to experience the charm of the city, make sure you try some of the below Hue's finest.

3 Most Romantic Travel Destinations In Vietnam

In fact, Vietnam has long been hailed a favorite destination for honeymoon and wedding trip, with abundant choices of romantic and love-fueling elements in major cities and beach escapes. If you need an idea to start your quest for an ideal destination for your valentine day or your honeymoon trip, suggestions as follows could help you make a sound decision.

5 Ideas For A Day Trip in Ho Chi Minh City

New to Ho Chi Minh City? This is an ideal place to start as we will give you a glance into great ideas for a day trip in Ho Chi Minh City. Even for those who have frequented the city for many times, there are things you will need to consider doing again. From a walking tour to main spots such as Ben Thanh Market or the Reunification Palace to drifting on Cai Be floating market, Ho Chi Minh City and the surrounding area has a lot to offer. Below are 5 things you can consider doing while in Ho Chi Minh City.

Thai Binh

Quang Ninh

Con Dao

Con Dao archipelago contains 16 islands with the total size of 76 square kilometers, and the largest among them is Con Lon Island. Con Dao is notable for its paradoxes, namely one of very few “Hell on Earth” – Con Dao prison and the wonderful natural scenery with the ocean, mountains and grass field getting together. This abnormal combination explains for astonishing looks at the island: the beautiful of nature and the evilness of human.

Mekong Delta

Cat Ba

Lai Chau

Thai Nguyen

Thai Nguyen is famous for its tea hills.

Vinh Phuc

Yen Bai

Phu Yen

Binh Duong

Binh Duong is not really famous as a destination for tourism but an industrialized province with high economic growth rate. With lots of encouraging policies from the government, up to 2006, there have been 1285 FDI projects with aggregate capital of over $6.5 million. In the same year, Binh Duong continuously led Provincial Competitiveness Index with 76.23 scores while Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh City just ranked accordingly 40th (50.34 scores) and 7th (63.39 scores).

Thanh Hoa

Thanh Hoa is one of the biggest provinces in Vietnam, located 150km from Hanoi and 1,560 km from Ho Chi Minh City.

Ninh Thuan

Ninh Thuan is a coastal province in the south of Vietnam.

Ha Giang

Among the highest latitudes of Vietnam, Ha Giang is undoubtedly a great destination for the sightseeing of grandiose mountainous landscapes. Ha Giang’s resident consists mainly of minor ethnic groups who make up its own culture.

Nam Dinh

Nam Dinh is a coastal province in the North of Vietnam, with Ninh Binh to the south, Thai Binh to the north, and Ha Nam to the northwest.