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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Vietnam Resorts Compared: Which Beach Town to Choose
Vietnam’s beach towns compared: Nha Trang, Da Nang, Phu Quoc, Hoi An, Mui Ne and Da Lat — who each suits, with a month-by-month matrix.
Spa in Vietnam: Treatments, Prices & Where to Go 2026
Spa in Vietnam: the treatments, where to go, 2026 prices, what to expect, tipping and how to pick a good salon.
Massage in Vietnam: Types, Prices & Etiquette 2026
Massage in Vietnam: the types (Vietnamese, Thai, oil, foot, blind massage), prices, where to go, tipping and what to watch out for.
Dental Tourism in Vietnam: Cost, Quality & Is It Safe?
Dental tourism in Vietnam: quality vs the West, prices, the best clinics, implants and veneers, the risks and whether it’s worth it.
Wellness & Yoga Retreats in Vietnam: Where to Go 2026
Wellness and yoga retreats in Vietnam: Hoi An, Da Lat, Phu Quoc and Mui Ne — detox, meditation, hot springs, prices and what to pick.
Vietnam with Kids: Where to Go & Family Tips 2026
Vietnam with children: the best family destinations (Phu Quoc, Nha Trang, Da Nang), theme parks, beaches, hotels, food and safety tips.
Getting Married in Vietnam: Weddings & Honeymoons
Weddings and honeymoons in Vietnam: the most romantic spots (Phu Quoc, Da Lat, Hoi An), resort ceremonies, photoshoots and what to know.
New Year in Vietnam: Where to Celebrate & Fireworks
Western New Year in Vietnam: where to celebrate (HCMC, Da Nang, Nha Trang, Phu Quoc), fireworks, parties, high-season prices and the weather.
Tet: Vietnam’s Lunar New Year — Dates, Customs & Tips
Tet, Vietnam’s Lunar New Year: what it is, the 2026/2027 dates, the traditions, what closes and whether it’s a good time to visit.
Mid-Autumn Festival in Vietnam: Tet Trung Thu Guide
Vietnam’s Mid-Autumn Festival (Tet Trung Thu): what it is, the dates, lanterns, lion dances and mooncakes — and where to see it (Hoi An).
Diving in Vietnam: Best Spots, Seasons & Prices 2026
Diving in Vietnam: the best spots (Nha Trang, Phu Quoc, Con Dao, Cham Islands), seasons, PADI dive centres and prices for beginners and pros.