12 Great Places to Eat in Hoi An: Vietnamese and Western
If you’re planning to visit Hoi An, the last thing you need to worry about is where to eat. There are tons of places to eat in Hoi ...
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Is Hanoi Worth Visiting? Reasons to Visit or Skip in 2026
I’ve spoken to plenty of travelers who loved visiting Hanoi (plus, lots of expats live there for a reason) and others who visited and couldn’t wait to leave. ...
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20 Great Hotels in Hoi An: A Local’s Complete Guide for 2026
There are a lot of great hotels in Hoi An for all types of travelers, tastes, and budgets. The Old Town? Yes. The rice fields? Yes. Quiet, rejuvenating ...
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Da Nang or Nha Trang: Which Beach City is Better to Visit?
Da Nang and Nha Trang are two of Vietnam’s more popular beach destinations. Both cities have their own airports with direct connections to Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh ...
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Tipping in Vietnam: When, How Much, and Examples
I was eating chicken and rice in a restaurant today, and when I went to pay afterward, I realized that I didn’t have an article on tipping in ...
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Is Nha Trang Worth Visiting? Reasons to Visit or Skip
I recently visited Nha Trang again, which I suppose should tell you that the city is worth visiting. There are a lot of great reasons to visit Nha ...
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Where to Stay in Nha Trang: Complete Guide for First-Timers
Thankfully, choosing where to stay in Nha Trang is pretty straightforward. If you want a beach vacation, you’ll want to stay somewhere along Tran Phu Street in the ...
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Exactly What to Do in Nha Trang (For First-Timers)
Nha Trang is one of the more popular beachside destinations in Vietnam. Since it’s in the southern half of Vietnam, a lot of first-time travelers pair it with ...
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Hanoi or Ho Chi Minh City: Which is Better to Visit?
I’ve received more than a few emails from readers asking whether it’s better to visit Hanoi or Ho Chi Minh City. With interest in visiting Vietnam growing over ...
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Is Ninh Binh Worth Visiting? Reasons to Visit or Skip
If you’re planning a trip to Hanoi, Ninh Binh is likely on your radar. It’s one of those bonus cities in Vietnam that’s usually tacked onto a trip ...
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