Vietnam travel news on 27 Mar 2017

Son Doong Cave
Found in 1992 by Ho Khanh, a long person, Son Doong was widely known as the largest cave of Vietnam and the world. Few days ago, the U.S travel magazine Condé Nast Traveler listed 15 most beautiful caves in the world and Son Doong ranked 6th.

Many people are eager to go on Son Doong tour, but it is quite expensive and always fully booked. However, it is worth trying to visit Son Doong once in a lifetime.

To get there, tourists needs to take the bus, flight or train from Hanoi to Dong Hoi city in Quang Binh where you are trained by tour operator before going on this unforgettable Vietnam tour.

Hoi An - destination in 2017
This charming ancient town is successively awarded as the best destination to visit in 2017, ranked 13th on the list of 25 best destinations. Last year, Lonely Planet also chose Hoi An as food paradise.

Hoi An ancient town has so many sites to visit like Japanese bridge, Fukian Assembly Hall, Phuc Kien Assembly Hall, old houses and many temples and pagodas. Walking or cycling tour around the ancient town is nice, but it is a must to visit night market where you will see sparkling lanterns in all sizes and colors.

To stay in Hoi An, there are many hotels in town from budget to luxury, but if you love beach, it is highly recommended to choose one of the beach resorts along Cua Dai or An Bang beach which is around 5km from town. The resorts like Victoria Hoi An, Boutique Hoi An, The Nam Hai, Palm Garden offer shuttle bus.

If you are looking for tours in Hoi An, don't forget to visit My Son holy land, Tra Que vegetable village, fishing, farming and basket boat tour. Cooking class at Red Bridge school is a must.

Hoi An is also paradise for shopping fans where you can see perfect ready to wear clothes. If you want an expert tailor who can make your dress in a few hours, Hoi An is the place.

Hanoi - destination of Vietnam in 2017
Hanoi is the capital city of Vietnam, Noi Bai international airport is one of the airports where tourists can easily get Vietnam visa on arrival. From Hanoi, tourists can also fly to regional countries like Laos, Thailand, Myanar, Cambodia, etc. Domestic flights are convenient, too.

Tourists on their Vietnam travel in Hanoi are impressed by the life and culture of this 1000 year old capital with interesting places to visit such as Ho Chi Minh mausoleum, One Pillar Pagoda, Temple of Literature, Hilton Prison, Hoan Kiem Lake, Hanoi's old quarter, etc. Hanoi is also the base for tourists to go on the tour to Sapa, Halong bay, Ninh Binh, etc.

When staying in Hanoi, don't forget to book a street food tour, Hanoi city tour, cyclo ride and Water Puppet show.