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Sa Pa's Fansipan cable car reached a cumulative 10 million passengers on June 20, 2026. We look back on its 10-year journey with verified figures and lay out fares, access, and the best season in a table, considering the current state of northern mountain tourism.

On Fansipan Mountain in Sa Pa, northwestern Vietnam, the highest-altitude Starbucks in Asia has opened. At 3,063 meters, attached to the cable-car station at the peak known as the "Roof of Indochina," you can enjoy coffee while gazing at a sea of clouds. News summary: Starba...

The familiar green logo arrived in coffee-mad Vietnam in 2013. Starbucks Vietnam has built its presence in a country crowded with local cafés, armed with consistent quality and distinctive brand strength. Alongside the global standards, Vietnamese coffee ...

A complete guide to the sightseeing spots of Sapa in northern Vietnam. Along with highlights such as the stunning terraced rice fields, Mount Fansipan, and walkable town areas, we sort out model courses that are easy to follow even for first-timers, how to get around, and tips for your stay, pulling together practical information for making the most of a trip to Sapa.

A clear, region-by-region explanation of the difference between Vietnam's rainy and dry seasons. We organize the climate traits, rainfall, and temperature trends of the north, center, and south, and introduce how to choose the best season for sightseeing, the beach, and walking around town. A practical guide also covering cautions and clothing guidelines so you don't misjudge the timing of your trip.

A guide to 10 cities we recommend for your first trip to Vietnam. From classic destinations like Ho Chi Minh City, Hanoi, and Da Nang, we cover safety, ease of getting around, and the character of the sightseeing and food, all from a beginner's point of view. A complete guide that also lays out suggested lengths of stay and which cities suit which kind of traveler.

A comprehensive explanation of local tours you can join in Vietnam's major cities. By city — Ho Chi Minh, Hanoi, Da Nang, and more — it lays out the features of city sightseeing, suburban tours, food-culture experiences, and nature activities. A complete guide covering typical prices, time required, whether English or Japanese support is available, and how to choose without failing and book safely.

An explanation of recommended plans to enjoy solo travel in Vietnam's major cities with peace of mind. Centering on Ho Chi Minh, Hanoi, Da Nang, and more, it lays out choosing safe areas, transport, lodging, meals, and how to spend the night. A practical guide compiling, in 10 points, safety measures and getting-around tips to not fail even on a first solo trip.

Sapa is a mountain resort in Lao Cai Province in northwestern Vietnam, at an elevation of about 1,600 m. Starting from a town opened as a summer retreat in the French colonial era, it spreads out with Hmong and Dao villages, terraced rice paddies stepping down the slopes, and Mount Fansipan, Vietnam's highest peak. It's a "mountain trip" where trekking through the valleys, rather than walking the town, takes the lead...