Ngoc Tu Dinh

Travel Expert

I'm Ngoc Tu Dinh, a local travel expert from Ninh Binh Province, Vietnam. Exploring Vietnam has been my passion for years, and I've spent 10 years as a tour guide throughout Vietnam, Laos, and Cambodia. I hope that my understanding of Vietnamese culture, allow me to offer a unique perspective in this blog.

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10 Best Places to Stay in Hoi An Old Town

Visitors will feel the vibe of this old town somehow similar to the simplicity in personality and good nature of local people. To enjoy every moment in this charming ancient town, find out about Hoi An's best places to stay in this article.
06/04/2021

Top Hanoi Hotels in the City Center 2025 - 2026

Any visitor to Hanoi on a Vietnam holiday has access to a wide range of accommodation, especially in the city centre where location, charm, and convenience matter most. These top hotels centrally located are ideal for couples, families, digital nomads, or luxury travellers looking to stay close to the city’s main attractions.
06/08/2025

Everything You Need to Know About Pu Luong

Pu Luong, one of the nearest nature tourist destinations to Hanoi, is a beautiful and wild land that you will never forget. We want to provide you with detailed information about this amazing destination.
04/03/2021

7 Great Places to Visit in Vietnam for Foodies

Vietnam offers quite rich & diverse culinary experiments through country. With this article, we explore Top 7 places to visit in Vietnam to experience local culinary.
09/01/2023

Traditional Vietnamese New Year's Food

Discover the main Vietnamese New Year's food, its meaningful message and incredible flavors.
03/12/2023

Bia Hoi Hanoi: A Guide to The City's Quintessential Street Beer Culture

The experience of enjoying Bia Hoi Hanoi brings visitors closer to the daily rhythm of Hanoi's locals. You'll easily spot casual Bia Hoi stalls with charming small plastic stools spilling out onto the pavements, creating a friendly open-air atmosphere. Sitting there, you can chat with friends, watch the bustling crowds go by, and truly feel the vibrant, authentic pulse of the capital.
05/06/2025

Chinatown Saigon - Explore Chinese Culture in The Heart of Ho Chi Minh City

After hundreds of years, Saigon Chinatown is still a place to preserve the cultural charm of architecture, cuisine, beliefs,... of the Chinese people living in Vietnam. If you are planning to travel to Ho Chi Minh City, don't forget to visit Chinatown to appreciate the beauty of Vietnamese-Chinese culture in the heart of the city. 
13/12/2023

The 10 Best Unusual Things to Do in Ho Chi Minh City

Wanna get some spice for your trip to Saigon? Don’t just follow the popular tourist destination, be open to unusual things to do in Ho Chi Minh City!
28/03/2023

Vietnamese Conical Hat - Where Style Meets Function in Vietnamese Culture

Vietnamese conical hat is a special part in the country's traditional culture with its practical use and amazing story behind, which are revealed in this article.
17/03/2024

Vietnamese Lunar New Year 2025: Traditions and Celebrations

Explore Tet traditions, food, and top celebrations in our guide to the Vietnamese Lunar New Year – a cultural delight!
25/11/2023

The Temple of Literature - Hanoi: Symbol of Learning and Culture

The Temple of Literature is one of the most famous symbols when it comes to Hanoi with a thousand years of civilization and history. It is not only an attractive , important, historical tourist destination, the Temple of Literature also represents generations of Vietnam's education. In this article, let's explore it together!
09/06/2023

15 Restaurants to Savor Authentic Pho in Hanoi

Pho is a well-known and traditional food in Vietnam. People say that the original and most authentic taste of Pho can only be found in Hanoi. If you're a food lover, Izitour can guide you to the best Pho restaurants in Hanoi, where you can experience the most popular and delicious versions of this dish.
09/07/2023

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