About Vietnam
Vietnam is a captivating destination, with something to offer all types of travellers. From the bustling cities of Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh City to the stunning beaches of Nha Trang and Hoi An, the country has a wealth of attractions to explore. The climate is tropical, with hot and humid summers and mild winters, making it an ideal year-round destination. There are also plenty of cultural attractions to explore, such as the ancient city of Hue and the famous Halong Bay. With its delicious cuisine and friendly locals, Vietnam is sure to be an unforgettable experience.When to visit
If you're planning a holiday in Vietnam, our top picks for the best time to travel would be March and October
March
March is the driest month of the year, perfect for beaches, mountain hikes or the Chu Dong Tu festival, with processions of richly embroidered golden dragons and burning incense.
October
October marks the start of the dry season in Vietnam, but high season creeps up in November so there's a perfect window of opportunity to grab a bargain while prices are lower
Things to do in Vietnam
Vietnam Blog posts
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5th August 2022 by Eat Sleep Breathe Travel
I didn’t really know how I would feel about Vietnam. It seemed to be one of those places that people either love or hate. I was worried about the traffic, intrigued by the food, and looking forward to the natural beauty. I didn’t expect to fall in love with it, but over my time in the country that is exactly what happened. It could be tricky at times, there were definitely language barriers and I got lost repeatedly. But, I left with tons of great memories and tips to share. So if you are...
4th August 2022 by Eat Sleep Breathe Travel
Vietnam seems to be one of those places that people either fall in love with or end up disliking. I know several people who fall on both sides but I’m happy to say I was one of the lucky ones who fell in love with Vietnam. That being said, compared to other destinations in Southeast Asia, I didn’t necessarily find Vietnam as easy to travel through by myself. Not that this is necessarily a bad thing, but, based on my experience, there are a few things to be aware of for anyone planning to...
4th August 2022 by Eat Sleep Breathe Travel
When I stepped down from the bus I took from Phnom Penh to Ho Chi Minh city I was ready to hate it. To be honest, I originally planned on avoiding this Vietnamese city, for what I thought was good reason. I had been told over and over again that it was overrated, too hectic and crazy, and dangerous. However, it was also the cheapest way for me to enter Vietnam, so I sucked it and prepared to see Ho Chi Minh City in 1 day before moving on....
26th August 2014 by Wandering On
Ho Chi Minh was our first stop in Vietnam and what a great place to begin our travels in the country. On the bus ride into the city center from the airport we kept ourselves entertained looking out the windows, taking it all in as we made our way towards the backpacker district of Pham Ngu Lao. There was that distinct South East Asia feel to the place; people were eating at food stalls along the side of the street, there was a bit of a rough and ready look to the place and then there were the...
23rd August 2014 by Wandering On
Before visiting Ho Chi Minh, we had been reading up on what to do in the area and came across the Chu Chi Tunnels. A mind-boggling 200 kilometer network of underground tunnels, used by the Viet Cong in the Vietnam war. Visiting the tunnels couldn’t have been easier. In the backpacker area of Pham Ngu Lao in Ho Chi Minh, we were tripping over people wanting to take us on a tour. Usually, we try to do things as independently as possible and are not fans of tour buses but from the research we...
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