ith half of January still to get through, chances are the thought of booking a trip to sunnier climes is looking pretty good right now — but purse strings may still be tight after the holiday season, too.
Ask the Travel + Leisure staff where we want to travel in 2019, and most of us will answer, honestly, where don’t we?
These cultural, culinary, and artistic hubs were voted best in the world by T+L readers.
HỘI AN — Ancient cultural activities and performances have been revived thanks to the Hội An’s “legendary night in the old quarter of the early 20th century” programme, a unique tourist attraction which started in 1998.
Hội An has been voted as one of the World's top cities by Travel and Leisure's readers.
The relentless pace of modern life means we all need a breather now and then.
Emerging centuries ago as a sand islet in the middle of the Thu Bồn River, Cẩm Nam Commune has been known by several names: Cồn Hến, meaning mussel islet, and Cồn Bắp, maize islet. It has drawn migrants seeking lives as successful peasants since the late 14th century. The commune, 3km south of Hội An ancient town, has now become an eco-tourism destination with tranquil rural scenery and traditional farming on the river banks. Bùi Hoài Nam reports.
Every year Travel + Leisure asks readers to weigh in on travel experiences around the globe — to share their opinions on the top cities, islands, cruise ships, spas, airlines, and more. Readers rated cities on their sights and landmarks, culture, cuisine, friendliness, shopping, and overall value.
This year's group of winners span the globe, from market-filled Hoi An in Vietnam to Florence, a European culture capital. Of note, however, is what ties these contenders together: Almost all are pedestrian-friendly, possess ample green space, and have a rich history that's being thoughtfully preserved as the city grows.
The Culture Trip has explored the 12 most amazing Asian cities that everyone should aim to visit at least once in their lifetime.
Let’s say you want an off-the-beaten-path destination, a country where you’ll find an adventure without a lot of hand-holding. Vietnam may very well be your jam. But, wait, you’d rather find a developed country where visitors will feel comfortably taken care of? Again, I’d like to recommend my good friend and colleague Vietnam.
The ancient town of Hội An celebrated the arrival of its 10 millionth tourist at the old quarter’s Japanese Bridge today.
Read more at http://vietnamnews.vn/life-style/376296/ancient-city-celebrates-the-10-millionth-tourists.html#MhM6DEbjTLoW2sL8.99
Here at Rough Guides we’ve always known that Vietnam is magical. The gleaming skyscrapers of the country’s booming cities have a singular kind of beauty that shouldn’t be overlooked, but it’s the natural landscape that is truly breathtaking. Picture rice terraces carved into steep hillsides, market days that are a riot of colour, limestone peaks jutting out from azure waters and white-sand beaches stretching for miles. Here are the most beautiful places in Vietnam – as voted for by our readers.
What’s most striking on entering the city’s Ancient Town is that many of the buildings are bathed in a distinctive golden hue.
Its opening ceremony is going to be held at 8:00pm on June 9th, 2017 at the monument of Vietnamese Heroic Mother in Tam Ky city; and the closing ceremony on June 14th in Hoian city.
The 6th Quang Nam Heritage Festival is scheduled to take place from 09-14 June 2017.
Hội An was ranked the sixth in the best cities in Asia of World’s Best Awards of Travel & Leisure on July 6th.
You voted Vietnam’s Hoi An as your favourite city in the Wanderlust Reader Travel Awards 2016, so we thought we'd see what all the fuss is about...
Surrounded by Laos, Cambodia and China is the country of Vietnam, an amazing destination in the heart of Southeast Asia. Ravaged by war multiple times, Vietnam is a country with a rich history as well as a past filled with turbulence. Despite that, however, it is a welcoming atmosphere where visitors can mingle with locals and experience everything from city life in places like Ho Chi Minh to rural life in smaller villages. With this itinerary in hand, you can expect to get to know the best of Vietnam in 2 weeks time, including its biggest cities and landmarks, as well as see some of the most scenic views by train.
President Barack Obama now has his first visit to Vietnam. And Hội An is in the list of 5 places Obama should see in Vietnam.