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Vietnamese Culture

For many travelers, the Vietnamese way of life remains a compelling mystery. Perplexed by the country are countless sidewalk cafes, or why locals can take hour-long motorbike rides just because? Growing up on two wheels Vietnamese spend a lot of time on the sidewalk. With the country’s amazing street food scene, café and sidewalk culture (including curbside barbers, markets, and workout classes), it’s not hard to see why we love to get out of the house. Meeting friends? To the sidewalk, Need a haircut, Grocery shopping. If we are not drinking coffee, we’re probably riding on our motorbikes. For us Vietnamese, a motorbike is more than a means of transport. A ride is not always about getting from place to place. Families, friends and couples riding around on motorbikes to enjoy the cool breeze, having a chat, or people-watching with occasional stops for tasty snacks. Growing up with motorbikes also means a lot of memories are attached to these two-wheelers. First dates often st...

Dalat,Lam Dong Province

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      Dalat,Lam Dong Province Tour the city's landmarks  Xuan Huong Lake is the focal point of Da Lat city. Nearby, the stalls of the central market are packed with fresh flowers and colorful produce. Architecture abounds in churches, art-deco hotels. Da Lat’s golf clubs feature hilly terrains and pine forests and remains an iconic experience. Adventure destination the dramatic terrain lends itself well to hiking, mountain biking. Follow local guides to explore National Park or blaze your own trails on Lang Biang Mountain. Sample local coffee culture Coffee is Da Lat’s heritage and some of Vietnam’s best coffee is grown on the slopes around the town and served in local cafes. Visit Kho Coffee for a full tour of their sustainable farm and roaster. Though Da Lat’s tracks no longer link up with Vietnam's north-south railway line, you can take the train to visit the spectacular, mosaic-covered Linh Pagoda, taking in the scenery. Weather Da Lat’s temp...

Sapa, Lao Cai Province

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Sapa enticing rice garden roads lead the eye down to the valley floor, the highest peak in the region, Mount Fansipan, crowns the ragged ridge line high above town. Famous Mountain Fansipan A 6-kilometre cable car journey will whisk you 3,143m to the summit of Mount Fansipan in just 15 minutes.  Wander the pagoda complex before climbing the last few steps to the summit. The views from the top are unmatched. . Sapa offers some of Vietnam's best trekking, and some villages can be seen without a guide. Book an overnight trek to wander through rice terraces, bathe in waterfalls and experience ethnic culture firsthand. Staying outside the tourist places of Sapa in simple comfort at a mountaintop lodge. Sapa is home to excellent lodges and homestays. Set among the rice terraces. Mountain biking is a great way to get out and explore lesser-visited corners of Sapa. The Weather Sapa weather is ideal, cold and with beautiful skies, travelling to sapa during the winter you...

Ninh Bình, Ninh Binh Province

  Visit the ancient capital.  Today the capital of Vietnam is Hanoi, but in the 10th and 11th centuries that honor was held by Hoa Lu. This small ancient city was naturally protected from invasions by karsts and rivers. Today, it’s a good place to get a history fix. Go in search of wildlife. An exotic rowboat experience is a must-do at the Van Long Nature Reserve. Keep your eyes open for exotic friends, such as the black-faced spoonbill and the Delacour's Langur, one of the world’s most endangered primates. Pay a visit to the Bai Dinh Temple  The largest complex of Buddhist temples in the country, Bai Dinh is a mix of old and new styles. Ancient temples are housed in caves you can only reach via a pretty climb of 300 steps, while the new temple area covers an area of 500 hectares. Ninh Binh Weather The temperatures in Ninh Binh are ideal from March to May and September to November. For the finest views, go during harvest season in October. If you visit in t...

Mai Chau,Hoa Binh Province.

Exploring the many paths that connect clusters of stilt houses might be the greatest pleasure you'll have in Mai Chau. It doesn’t take long to feel like you’ve found your own quiet corner, riding past humble villages and rice paddies. Mai Chau has no shortage of intricate fabrics woven by skilled weavers on ancient looms. A little gentle bargaining is expected and even welcomed. On Sunday, the morning market attracts ethnic minorities dressed in their finest traditional clothing. Plan a day trip. For a full day trip, spring for a kayaking excursion on Hoa Binh Lake, a beautiful body of water surrounded by jungled hills. Or venture further to Pu Luong Nature Reserve where cool, fresh streams run among the trees, feeding waterfalls and aquamarine pools. Weather Mai Chau Valley is at its best from March to May and September to November. October is perhaps the most ideal month because harvest takes place, and the rice takes on a glorious golden hue. Be careful if visiting from June to ...

Ha Long Bay, Quang Ninh Province

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      Ha Long Bay Ha Long Bay is not just a place, it’s also home to a number of communities who have lived on the water. Take a boat tour around a floating village for a glimpse of this rare and beautiful way of life. You can’t miss the chance to navigate your way around Ha Long’s gorgeous seascape. Just before sunset is an ideal time to see quiet lagoons and fishing boats up close, you can also visit the cave and other adventure wonders.   In Ha long many ancient karsts have been carved out by rain and water currents. Take a look inside these geological wonders on foot — some are a squeeze while others are enormous. There are countless routes in the bay to keep climbing junkies entertained. Deep water soloing is becoming increasingly popular in beautiful Ha Long Bay and Lan Ha Bay, especially on Butterfly Island. Weather Ha Long climate is cool, surrounded by lots of water and beautiful ancient rocks and mountains in the waters ...