This is my second time flying with Vietnam Airlines. Vietnam Airlines, the flag carrier of Vietnam, offers a blend of modern service with a touch of the country’s rich cultural heritage. With its extensive network connecting major cities across Asia, Europe, Australia, and beyond, it serves as a gateway to Vietnam’s bustling cities, stunning landscapes, …
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Welcome to Central Vietnam, where you’ll find the stunning coastal city of Danang and the enchanting ancient town of Hoi An. With their beautiful beaches, rich history, vibrant culture, and delicious food, these two destinations make for an unforgettable getaway. Here’s your ultimate 3-day, 2-night itinerary to help you make the most of your trip …
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As you know, Singapore had this concept of Vaccinated Travel Lane (VTL) since the second half of last year. These flights are only available for those who are fully vaccinated according to WHO requirements. I was fortunate enough to visit Italy and Spain in Nov/ Dec 2021, and to come back on a VTL. If …
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On the surface, Hanoi’s food scene seems to be changing rapidly, with new venues rising and, in many cases, promptly sinking like a souffle. Restaurants, bars and cafes pop up and just as quickly it seems, shift to new locations, change hands or pull down their shutters for good. On the other hand, there are …
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It can be considered as my first time taking the budget airline Vietjet and also my first time flying out of Changi Airport Terminal 4 since its inaugural opening last October. I had actually flown on a Vietjet craft on lease under Pakistan International Airlines last year, but that did not really quite count as …
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Saigon (also officially known as Ho Chi Minh City or locally in Vietnamese as Sài Gòn) is Vietnam’s most booming up and coming city, a places where the action never stops. Saigon was merged with the surrounding province in 1976 and renamed Ho Chi Minh City to celebrate the reunification of north and south at the end of …
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Although this is my third time to Vietnam, I still found new things to do. One of the common day tours from Ho Chi Minh city is to the Mekong Delta. For those with more time to spare, you can even spend a night or two around the delta region. For those who wish to …
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Sahara desert? No Gobi desert? No Arabian desert? No Kalahari desert? No Atacama desert? No Well, we can also find such beautiful deserts in our region (Southeast Asia rocks! heh) without the need to travel too far. It was amazing to see the desert on one side, and the beach on the other end. So …
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Ho Chi Minh City (HCMC) is Vietnam at its most dizzying: a high-octane city of commerce and culture that has driven the country forward with its pulsating energy. Most people mistake HCMC to be the capital of the country, in comparison to its quieter and less international city of Hanoi, in the north, which used …
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Being one of the natural wonders of the world, Halong Bay is a definitely must-visit if you are planning a trip to Hanoi. It makes for a comfortable 3d2n getaway, or if you do not have enough time to spare, just a day trip from Hanoi is also possible. However, bear in mind that it …
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Ho Chi Minh mausoleum For the first-time traveler to Vietnam, crossing the roads must have been a daunting task because of the sheer number of motorcycles which never seem to end. The trick is to take the first step, look forward and just cross like a boss. The motorcycles will try to avoid you along …
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Buzz, buzz, buzz. Whether it’s the roar of motorbikes, the near constant opening of bars and restaurants, the chatty nature of its inhabitants, or the abundance of great coffee, there’s just something invigorating about Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam’s largest metropolis. It’s no surprise that Saigon, as most locals call it, exudes a youthful, inventive …
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