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  When in a foreign country, it is often said that it’s best to behave as the locals do if you want to integrate and not ruffle any feathers. Vietnam is a fairly popular tourist destination in Asia, and, as a result, sees quite a lot of tourists annually. Therefore the locals are used to foreigners to a certain extent and will make exceptions and allowances for them, it’s still best to make sure that you know what behaviours are acceptable and unacceptable so that you can enjoy a pleasant stay. Image via Anantara Quy Nhon Villas Step One – Watch What you Wear in Places of Worship This is a common one across Asia and in many other parts of the world as well. Whenever you step out of your  luxury resorts in Vietnam   the likes of Anantara Quy Nhon Villas, make sure you dress appropriately, especially if you plan on visiting any religious sites. On the day that you’ve set aside to explore temples or pagodas, make sure that you wear appropriately conservative clothing so that...

 Doing your research before an upcoming trip to Vietnam? Here are a few tips to help you enjoy your time exploring the local cuisine of the country. From tips to help you get by at small local eateries to those on some of the best dishes to try, here are some things to know before you set off to Vietnam. Image by  zompoch  from  Pixabay     Step One – Try and Eat Like a Local  Inexpensive, local food from a food stall can be just as flavoursome, if not more sometimes, than what you’d find at a more commercial restaurant that caters to foreigners. The one thing to remember though is that unless you are familiar with the language, it’s going to be very hard to communicate with the vendors to find out the intricacies and ingredients behind any particular dish.   One way to get around this is to first try popular local dishes at one of the  hotels in Hoi An  where language is not a problem such as Anantara Hoi An Resort or a s...

 Trying to plan a 15-day vacation in Vietnam? 15 days is a little over 2 weeks, and there’s a lot that you can see and do in a foreign country over that time. From the best places that you can visit to activities that you can try out, keep reading to learn about all the things that you can experience during your trip to the country. Image by  michaelhumenberger  from  Pixabay     Step One – Go Kite Surfing in Mui Ne  Mui Ne is one of the country’s most popular destinations and one of the best things to do there is windsurfing. Many consider it to offer some of the best wind conditions for this sport across Asia. So, if you’re interested in spending some time conquering the waves, book a night or two at a  Mui Ne resort . Many of them, for example, Anantara Mui Ne Resort, offer direct beach access. So, when you’re not busy kite surfing, you can spend time sunbathing or playing beach sports such as volleyball and the like.   Step Two ...

  If you want to get a peek at Vietnam’s ancient past, look no further than My Son. It is a collection of ruins located in Quang Nam Province, which is part of the central region of the country. My Son is over 1,500 years old. The ruins, which are of Hindu origin, were once used as temples of worship to Hindu deities such as Shiva by the Champa civilisation that lived in the region from the 2 nd   century up until the 19 th   century. Read on for some useful tips to help plan your trip to My Son. What Time to Go? If you’d prefer to have the ruins mostly to yourself, then it is best to schedule your itinerary in a way that your visit falls during the afternoon. However, if you prefer to be one among many, then make your way there early in the morning. Of course, the afternoons tend to be hotter than the early mornings, so there is that to consider as well. One of the most popular times for tourists to visit the ruins is during the sunrise. As a result, there are many sunri...

Having emerged from a tumultuous past, Vietnam has reinvented itself to become one of Southeast Asia's premier holiday destinations. Home to some of the region's finest beaches and other attractions, the sun-kissed nation also offers active travellers a plethora of exciting adventures. From selecting the right rests to hitting the country's best beaches, here are some guidelines on how to make the most out of a trip to captivating Vietnam. 1. Time the Holiday Although there is no such thing as a bad time to holiday in Vietnam, those who wish to make the best of a tour of the country should time their trip to coincide with the sunnier times of the year. The official tourist season in Vietnam kicks off in December and lasts till February and this period is generally deemed the perfect time to vacation in Vietnam as sunny skies and clear conditions prevail for most of the nation although each region experiences different types of weather throughout the year. The temperatures d...