An Islands vacation offers the unique experience of being entirely surrounded by water on your own oasis of tropical trees and landscapes, restaurants, spas and resorts. There are well-populated areas with many services as well as more secluded islands filled with adventure and spiritual solitude. Water activities are bountiful, island walks and adventures are always available, and beautiful scenery and skies surround you. Island hop by taking a cruise or a ferry and get a new experience each time you touch land. ...read more »
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photo by Real Traveler Michelle and Susan
Halong Bay
Halong is a tranquil bay in North Vietnam, close to China. Travelers will find thousands of limestone islands with lush vegetation and massive caves. There are also walking trails with modern lighting and quiet fishing villages for visitors to explore. read more »
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photo by Real Traveler Where's WindomHa Noi
Tourists in Vietnam flock to Hanoi to see its unique depiction of traditional Asian culture. The historical values of the city are present in the temples and monuments of the Old Quarter, a 36-street shopping paradise which has endured for more than 1,0... read more »
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photo by Real Traveler f1chickNha Trang
A former quiet fishing village, the small Vietnamese coastal town of Nha Trang is now a thriving beachside resort. Bordering the South China Sea, Nha Trang Beach is 6 kilometers of pristine fine white sand and sparkling blue water. Already a popular... read more »
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photo by Real Traveler KevHollsHoi An
A small harbor town on the coast of Vietnam, Hoi An is known for retaining its classical asian style with just a touch of contemporary class. There are plenty of historical sights to see as well as a bustling marketplace and great food, so on your next... read more »
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photo by Real Traveler Chris and VeeHo Chi Minh City
The largest city in Vietnam, Ho Chi Minh (also known to tourists as Saigon) is home to monks, artists and musicians. The mixture of styles in the city is astounding. Known as the Paris of Asia, the city features wide walkways lined with trees and French... read more »
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photo by Real Traveler Sophie EschwegePhu Quoc
Find highlights on things to do and see in Phu Quoc shared by Real Travelers. Browse attractions, maps, travel guide information, and blogs. Price compare hotels, flights, and packages to Phu Quoc across multiple sites to help plan your... read more »
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photo by Real Traveler Jan & LeeCat Ba
The largest island in Halong Bay, Northern Vietnam, Cat Ba is an Asian getaway with plentiful beaches, small fishing villages, and scenic beauty. Half of the island is covered by the Cat Ba National Park, recognized by UNESCO as a biosphere world reser... read more »
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photo by Real Traveler vincentvegaSapa
A small picturesque town in northwest Vietnam, Sapa is called “the Tonkinese Alps” because of its location on the Hoang Lien Son mountain range. Travelers marvel at the scenery of rice terraces and lush peaks. Some tourist points-of-interest include th... read more »
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photo by Real Traveler The KuhtasHon Tre Island
Find highlights on things to do and see in Hon Tre Island shared by Real Travelers. Browse attractions, maps, travel guide information, and blogs. Price compare hotels, flights, and packages to Hon Tre Island across multiple sites to help plan... read more »
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photo by Real Traveler The Cheng FamilyMekong Delta
Find highlights on things to do and see in Mekong Delta shared by Real Travelers. Browse attractions, maps, travel guide information, and blogs. Price compare hotels, flights, and packages to Mekong Delta across multiple sites to help plan you... read more »
Top Five Island Trip Blogs
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Vietnam South to North - Part 2 | Feb 20 07'
Vietnam Travels - Part 2Writing this Monday 26 February and trying to catch up a little on the blog!A week ago we left Saigon (HCMC) for Mui Ne, a... Continue reading »
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Do you think the Vietnamese have a word for debacle? | Jul 10 07'
We set off on Wednesday morning for our three day trip to Halong Bay. It turned out to be a very interesting trip (read debacle!). We had a good br... Continue reading »
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'Halong Bay-ewty' | Nov 28 05'
"'Overnight cruising here to soak up the jaw-dropping beauty and sample the fish in the bay...A paradise unmasked by the fading morning mist of ignorance'"
29th and 30th NovThese two days were all about Halong Bay.A 3hr cramped journey from Hanoi, we past through some pretty landscapes which were typic... Continue reading »
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An Island Away | Jan 31 06'
"On the Map, but Just Barely"
February 1, 2006Travel Day from Cambodia to Vietnam! We departed Phnom Penh by minibus to reach the Mekong river, where we boarded a boat and... Continue reading »
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Boat and Island hopping in the Mekong Delta | Jan 21 07'
Jan 22/07I went on a day-tour of the Mekong Delta today. Every bus I've taken here has the same "handy" system where you get picked up at... Continue reading »
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Southern Vietnam
How would you envision a modern communist country?Neon lights advertising discoteques? Open trading of produce? Young couples in love cru... Continue reading »
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Vietnam
Arriving around 5 am to the bus station a little ways outside the heart of Hanoi was chaotic. This was obviously heightened due to our l... Continue reading »
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The motorbike tour
Ok, so i know you all think we're a little crazy for doing a motorbike tour for 3 days but it really is the only way to travel in Vietnam... Continue reading »
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Viet Nam from Saigon to Hanoi
First night in Sai GonWell, we finally left Thailand and arrived in Saigon in Vietnam. I managed to get Lynne to travel light and I have... Continue reading »
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Our new home Hoi An
My last email I struggled to properly explain all the places we had been in a one week, so this is going to be a little different, as we... Continue reading »
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