Vietnamese history A primer
Vietnam is a country founded in legends. Millennia of invasions and conflicts have shaped Vietnamese culture into what you see today. To help you fully appreciate the attractions and culture you’ll encounter in Vietnam, here’s a brief overview of the...
Health and Safety
Vietnam has been ranked one of the safest countries in the world for travellers, however it always pays to be prepared. These health and safety tips...
Weather and climate in Vietnam
Vietnam’s unique geography creates a range of weather patterns, with both tropical and temperate zones. While March to May offers the best weather countrywide, there...
Transport within Vietnam
Just like the diversity of its landscapes, Vietnam offers a variety of ways to get around. You may favour windswept motorbike rides, fly straight from point to point,...
Vietnam Visa Requirements
Vietnam’s new visa policy effective from 15th August 2023 extends stay duration for 13 countries enjoying unilateral visa exemption from 15 days to 45 days,...
[Infographic] Visa exemption for citizens of Poland, Czech and Switzerland
Below is the infographic on the visa exemption policy for citizens of Poland, Czech Republic and Switzerland traveling on tours to Viet Nam, according to Resolution...
Vietnam’s New Provincial System: 34 Names You Should Know
Pursuant to the Resolution passed by the 15th National Assembly during its 9th session on 12th June 2025, Vietnam officially has 34 provincial-level administrative units, comprising 28 provinces...
Lost in lotus land
It is a mystery to tell when lotus flowers became an inseparable part of life for the people of Dong Thap. Once you set your...
Into the charming misty town of Pleiku
Pleiku welcomed me on a summer afternoon, when sunlight gently fell upon ancient rooftops nestled among modern buildings, and pine-covered hills intertwined with the cityscape....
Hon Ong Island: a secluded coral haven in Van Phong Bay
Hon Ong Island in Khánh Hòa, also known as Whale Island, is a small, remote island set quietly within the vast waters of Van Phong...
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