Everything worth knowing
about Vietnam
Honest, practical articles from people who actually live here — written the way we’d brief a friend before a trip.
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Ly Son Island: Vietnam’s Volcanic Garlic Island Guide
Ly Son Island off Quang Ngai: volcanic cliffs, garlic fields, beaches and snorkelling — how to get there by ferry, where to stay and what to see.
Tra Su Forest: A Flooded Cajuput Forest in the Mekong
Tra Su cajuput forest in An Giang: boat tours through the flooded mangroves, birds and green duckweed — the best season and how to get there.
Adventure Activities in Vietnam: Canyoning, Caves & More
Adventure and active travel in Vietnam: canyoning in Da Lat, caving in Phong Nha, kitesurfing in Mui Ne, trekking and diving — where and what it costs.
North Vietnam in 7 Days: A Day-by-Day Route 2026
A 7-day route through northern Vietnam: Hanoi, Ha Long / Cat Ba, Ninh Binh and Sapa or Ha Giang — day by day, with logistics and a budget.
South Vietnam in 7 Days: A Day-by-Day Route 2026
A 7-day route through southern Vietnam: Ho Chi Minh City, the Mekong Delta, Mui Ne or Da Lat and Phu Quoc — day by day, logistics and budget.
Vietnam in 14 Days: The Classic North-to-South Route
A 14-day Vietnam itinerary north to south: Hanoi, Ha Long, Hue, Hoi An, Da Nang, Nha Trang or Da Lat and Ho Chi Minh City — with transport and budget.
Vietnam in 21 Days: The Ultimate Slow-Travel Route
A 21-day Vietnam itinerary with no rush: north, centre, south and the islands — region by region, with transport and a budget for slow travellers.
Backpacking Vietnam 2026: Routes, Budget & Tips
Backpacking Vietnam on a budget: hostels, sleeper buses, the banana pancake trail, how much per day, how to save and staying safe.
How to Travel Vietnam Independently: A Planning Guide
How to travel Vietnam without a tour: planning the trip, booking stays and transport, the apps, language, money — a guide for first-timers.
Vietnam vs Thailand: Which to Visit in 2026?
Vietnam or Thailand? Beaches, food, prices, culture, infrastructure and visas compared — and who each destination suits best.
Vietnam vs Bali: Which to Choose in 2026?
Vietnam or Bali? Beaches, surf, prices, culture, the nomad scene, visas and crowds compared — and who each destination suits.