Planning Your Perfect Trip

The bright red smile from betel chewing and the glossy black teeth - dark as if dyed by time itself - once defined a unique beauty, deeply tied to the tradition of betel chewing, a symbol of respect and the cultural identity of Vietnam.

Beyond Angkor Wat Temple, Siem Reap offers many attractions that are well worth the detour. Travellers can discover the River of a Thousand Lingas and Tonlé Sap lake, visit floating villages such as Kampong Phluk, stroll through the colourful stalls of the Angkor Night Market, and enjoy the lively nightlife of the famous Pub Street. All these experiences make a trip to Siem Reap truly unforgettable.

Restaurant in Siem Reap options for food lovers! Savour traditional Cambodian dishes, legendary fish amok, and international fusion dining with our travel guide.

This Vietnam autumn travel guide covers regional weather, golden rice terraces, Hanoi, Ha Giang, Ha Long Bay, suggested itineraries and essential planning tips.

Are you passionate about photography and looking for new destinations for your trip to Southeast Asia this year? In this article, we make a list of the most fascinating destinations for your photography trip to Vietnam, especially if you love landscape and portrait photography trips.

Discover the best sunrise spots across Vietnam, complete with local tips, the best time to visit each destination, and breathtaking viewpoints that are worth the early wake-up.

Visiting northern Vietnam is not just about admiring spectacular landscapes or trekking along mountain trails. It's also about taking the time to share daily life with a local family, sleeping in a traditional stilt house, and discovering customs passed down through generations.

Originating from the imperial city of Hue, Bun bo Hue captivates with its fragrant broth, spicy flavours, and rich culinary heritage. This traditional Vietnamese soup is now one of the essential specialties to taste during a trip to Vietnam.

From crispy baguettes to savoury fillings, learn everything about Banh mi. Follow our expert tips to find the most authentic street food experiences in Vietnam.

People often come to Vietnam for its landscapes, its cuisine or its rich cultural heritage. Yet by the time they leave, it is usually the local people who stay etched in their memory.

For those who want to explore the mountainous North of Vietnam, markets are the indispensable places to approach the culture in a more interesting and fascinating way. In this article, we present the top 15 most beautiful ethnic markets in North Vietnam.

From the deep indigo of Hmong and Tay textiles to the silver-adorned dress of the Dao, the butterfly-buttoned tunics of the Thai and the intricate patchwork mosaics of the Lolo, every stitch carries meaning - marking identity, social status, spiritual belief and family history.