Today’s Vietnam has been influenced by many things over the years. China has clearly made an impact with Chinese people heading south into this region centuries ago. There are other neighbours as well as of course the French who have left their mark on the Country. When it comes to ...

With an ancient culture rich in tradition, a cuisine that will leave you dreaming of eating more long after you have left the country, and natural beauty to rival anywhere in the world, Vietnam is a perfect honeymoon destination. A honeymoon is an excuse to be extravagant and enjoy the trip ...

Lush-green terraced rice paddies help to create exquisite countryside landscapes in Vietnam. This crop is a stable of SE Asia and has been popular in Vietnam for thousands of years. The rich-green rice fields are among the most celebrated and photographed terrains in the country. In addition to providing a basic ...

While Laos was not directly at war with the USA during the Vietnam War, it was a haven for Viet Cong and hence suffered bombing until peace was announced in 1975. Subsequently, this landlocked country in South East Asia has recovered and become an attractive tourist destination. It remains poor ...