TOP FIVE TIPS FOR CROSSING THE STREET IN VIETNAM

TOP FIVE TIPS FOR CROSSING THE STREET IN VIETNAM

TOP FIVE TIPS FOR CROSSING THE STREET IN VIETNAM By: Vinh Dao With over six seven people crowding the streets of Ho Chi Minh City, the motorbike is the preferred mode of transportation and it is estimated that over five million take to the roads of Saigon on a daily basis. In most metropolitan cities, a high […]

10 Best Things to Do in Ho Chi Minh

10 Best Things to Do in Ho Chi Minh

10 Best Things to Do in Ho Chi Minh Best Attractions in Saigon Many of the best attractions in Ho Chi Minh (Saigon) center around the events of 20th-century war and conquest. It sounds somber, and in parts it is, but there are some truly fascinating historical activities suitable for all ages. From classic French […]

THINGS NOT TO DO IN VIETNAM

THINGS NOT TO DO IN VIETNAM

THINGS NOT TO DO IN VIETNAM By: Quang Mai Following the post about “Tips to spot and avoid scams and pick pockets”, City Pass Guide provides a list of things not to do in Vietnam that can secure visitors and help them to make their trip in Vietnam enjoyable. On the street To avoid being robbed […]

Six Amazing Traditional Markets in Northwest Vietnam

Six Amazing Traditional Markets in Northwest Vietnam

Your Vietnam tour package will not be complete if you have not still paid a visit to the most amazing traditional markets in Northwest Vietnam, such as Bac Ha Market (Lao Cai Province), Coc Ly Market (Lao Cai Province), Dong Van Market (Ha Giang Province), Can Cau Market (Lao Cai Province), Cao Son Market, and Lung Khau […]

10 Harsh but true things about Vietnam that you WISH you had known

10 Harsh but true things about Vietnam that you WISH you had known

Vietnam is a popular destination for travelers thanks to its beauty and attractiveness. Though it’s known as a peaceful country, there are bad things about Vietnam that can interfere with your trip. Some foreigners do not want to return to Vietnam because they have had a bad experience. The ten bad things about Vietnam that I listed below may sound […]

Traditional Arts & Crafts

Traditional Arts & Crafts

  Vietnam’s treasure-house of traditional arts and crafts Vietnam is rich in traditional arts and crafts. Many have their origins in other traditions, Chinese, Indian, Malay, European, and so on, but over the centuries they have evolved into something distinctly Vietnamese. Lacquerware Vietnamese lacquerware is a good example of the evolution of a craft. Introduced […]

Visiting Halong Bay: tips to plan your trip

Visiting Halong Bay: tips to plan your trip

JESSICA LEE Lonely Planet Writer The World Heritage seascape of Halong Bay, dotted with jagged limestone pinnacles, is one of Vietnam’s biggest attractions. The most popular way to experience the bay is on a cruise, and unsurprisingly every travel agency and hotel in Hanoi has tours to sell. Choice is a great thing, but the […]

Hanoi’s craft villages

Hanoi’s craft villages

Hanoi’s craft villages Being home to “hundreds of craft villages”, Hanoi treasures the quintessence of many traditional craft villages. Not only do Hanoi’s craft villages offer a wide range of products but they also hold cultural values that are built up and crystallized after generations of craftsmen here. There are 1,350 craft villages in Hanoi, […]

Traditional handicrafts of Vietnam

Traditional handicrafts of Vietnam

(VOVworld) – Vietnam’s traditional handicrafts are associated with wet rice civilization and craft villages and guilds. Handicrafts not only turn a  profit but also reflect the customs and culture of Vietnam’s rural areas. On today’s edition of Colorful Vietnam-Vietnam’s 54 ethnic groups, VOV reporter To Tuan examines the traditional handicrafts of Vietnam.  Vietnam’s traditional handicraft villages are […]