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Visit any restaurant, home, street corner or shop in Vietnam and there is one thing you will be guaranteed to find: fish sauce. Quite easily the soul of Vietnamese cuisine, nước mắm is the county’s most loved and versatile condiment. Its pungent, salty and slightly sweet flavour... Continue Reading

You’ve probably seen it in the background of countless war movies, but nothing can prepare you for the epic beauty of Vietnam. While it isn’t my favorite country in the world, it is very beautiful and filled with delicious food – there is no denying that. From the natural beauty... Continue Reading

Hoi An is located in central Vietnam, and is the center of Vietnam’s clothing industry – at least for tourists. Hoi An was a major international port in the 16th and 17th centuries, and a major center for Chinese and Japanese immigration. Many of these ancient structures are... Continue Reading

Situated at the geographic mid-point of Vietnam is the historical and mesmerizing city of Hue. Established as the imperial capital of Vietnam in 1802 under the Nguyễn Dynasty, it remained the country’s political, cultural and religious hub for nine dynasties until 1945. Such is... Continue Reading

Hoi An was my favorite destination in Vietnam. I loved spending time by the river, watching the sunset, strolling through the old town, and drinking inexpensive beer. The town is packed with picturesque historical homes, pagodas and street-side cafes. It’s extremely popular for... Continue Reading

Personally, I feel that Vietnam walks all over Thailand in almost every travel category except beaches. So, why do so many people have such bad experiences and never return to Vietnam? I hope the list I have made below helps out first-time visitors. It may seem cynical and... Continue Reading