“GT” Travel in Vietnam

Travel with “Good Tour­ism” in Viet­nam (scroll down for posts). Learn about spe­cial places, people to meet, and things to do from tour­ism insiders keen to show­case Viet­nam’s good, bet­ter, best.

Viet­nam is a beau­ti­ful coun­try loc­ated in South­east Asia, known for its stun­ning nat­ur­al land­scapes, rich his­tory, and unique cul­ture. Here are some reas­ons why you should con­sider trav­el­ling to Vietnam:

  • Nat­ur­al beauty: Viet­nam is home to stun­ning nat­ur­al land­scapes, from the lush rice pad­dies of Sapa to the tower­ing lime­stone cliffs of Halong Bay. Vis­it­ors can also explore the world-renowned Phong Nha-Ke Bang Nation­al Park, which fea­tures stun­ning caves and unique biodiversity.
  • Cul­ture: Viet­nam has a rich cul­tur­al her­it­age, influ­enced by its long his­tory and diverse eth­nic groups. Vis­it­ors can exper­i­ence tra­di­tion­al music, dance, and art forms, as well as vis­it his­tor­ic­al sites such as the ancient cit­adel of Hue and the Cu Chi Tunnels.
  • Food: Viet­namese cuisine is known for its fresh and fla­vour­ful dishes, such as pho, banh mi, and spring rolls. Vis­it­ors can also exper­i­ence loc­al street food, which offers a wide range of afford­able and deli­cious options.
  • Hos­pit­al­ity: Viet­namese people are known for their warm hos­pit­al­ity and friendly nature towards vis­it­ors. Vis­it­ors can expect a warm wel­come and a genu­ine con­nec­tion with the loc­als through­out their stay.
  • Adven­ture: Viet­nam offers a range of adven­ture activ­it­ies such as hik­ing, kayak­ing, and motor­bik­ing. Vis­it­ors can also exper­i­ence the thrill of nav­ig­at­ing through the chaot­ic traffic of Hanoi or Ho Chi Minh City on a motorbike.
  • Beaches: Viet­nam is home to some beau­ti­ful beaches, such as Nha Trang, Da Nang, and Phu Quoc. Vis­it­ors can enjoy crys­tal-clear waters, white sand beaches, and a range of water activ­it­ies such as snor­kelling and scuba diving.
  • Afford­ab­il­ity: Viet­nam is an afford­able des­tin­a­tion for trav­el­lers, with a range of budget-friendly accom­mod­a­tions, food options, and activities.

Over­all, Viet­nam offers a unique and diverse range of exper­i­ences, from its stun­ning nat­ur­al beauty and deli­cious cuisine to its rich cul­tur­al her­it­age and warm hos­pit­al­ity. With its afford­ab­il­ity, adven­ture oppor­tun­it­ies, and end­less options for relax­a­tion, Viet­nam is a must-vis­it des­tin­a­tion for any good traveller.

Postcard from Vietnam: Guided by young people through Hanoi’s Old Quarter

and November 16, 2023

Postcard from Vietnam: Guided by young people through Hanoi’s Old Quarter. The authors and their guides. Background image by Frida Aguilar Estrada (CC0) via Unsplash. https://unsplash.com/photos/woman-carrying-woven-tray-and-white-pail-while-walking-on-wet-market-PEgu_IdF1BM

Arriv­ing in a new des­tin­a­tion, trav­el­lers often scramble to get their bear­ings. One can read a map, identi­fy key land­marks, get a vant­age from some­place high such as a moun­tain or tall build­ing or, if one is for­tu­nate enough, meet a loc­al who will help them. Ori­ent­ing one­self is most chal­len­ging in large cit­ies, par­tic­u­larly those […]

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Far and wide: Inspired by Hanoi’s hoa sữa

August 25, 2021

Hanoi's hoa sữa (“milk flowers”, named after their milky white petals). Picture courtesy of Minh Quan (c). httpswww.facebook.comshotgun911

Estab­lished some 4,000 years ago on the banks of the Red River, and chosen as the cap­it­al more than 1,000 years ago, Hanoi is widely regarded as the his­tor­ic heart of Viet­nam. It clings strongly to tra­di­tions. The city’s Old Quarter trans­ports vis­it­ors back in time. Over the cen­tur­ies, Hanoi has been exposed to the ups […]

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Huế to go for a sweet treat

July 14, 2021

A class of 10 and an instructor. La Boulangerie Française, Huế, Vietnam

Huế is loc­ated on the bank of the pic­tur­esque Sông Hương (Per­fume River). Once the cap­it­al of imper­i­al Viet­nam, the city shines with the glor­ies of the past.  The town’s rich her­it­age includes charm­ing pago­das, palaces, and the tombs of Emper­ors who once ruled over the city. There are sev­en mauso­leums dot­ted all over the city.  I […]

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Drop a beat when you eat in Ho Chi Minh City


Skip a beat when you eat at Mai Sen Bistro, Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam

Once known as the Pearl of the Far East, Ho Chi Minh City — Sai­gon — is a bust­ling met­ro­pol­is. With its crazy traffic and dizzy­ing energy, the eco­nom­ic heart of Viet­nam is a place like no oth­er.  If I had to describe in three words the city that raised me, one would be ‘food’. With humble street stalls, fine dining, […]

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