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Nha Trang is the largest beach resort in south-central Vietnam. A long sandy beach stretches right in front of the city, with islands dotting the offshore waters. From diving and island-hopping to mud spas and Champa ruins, it's a town where you can enjoy the sea and activities all at once. This page covers everything from the town's overall picture to how to get around and the standard spots...

Ninh Binh, south of Hanoi, is the "Ha Long Bay on land," where jagged limestone peaks rise from rice paddies and rivers. Rowboat rides through caves at Tam Coc and the Trang An river cruise take the lead, and it can be visited even as a day trip from Hanoi. The ancient capital Hoa Lu and the giant Bai Dinh temple are also nearby. This page covers everything from the town's overall picture...

Hai Phong is the largest port city in the north, located east of Hanoi. Its appeal lies in the French-colonial-era streetscape and a lively food culture, and it's known as the birthplace of the specialty banh da cua (crab-filled soup noodles). It's also the gateway to Ha Long Bay and Cat Ba Island. This page covers everything from the town's overall picture to how to get around...

Hoi An is a port town in central Vietnam, an ancient town whose old quarter, a World Heritage Site, remains just as it was. At night, countless lanterns light up and a scene unfolds of paper lanterns drifting on the river's surface. You can enjoy tailored clothing, local food, and walks through the artisans' town, making it one of Vietnam's most atmospheric towns. This page gives an overview of the town...

A feature on enjoying Vietnamese coffee in Nha Trang, one of Vietnam's premier beach resorts. From cafés overlooking the sea to renowned spots beloved by locals, we introduce hand-picked, locally popular cafés and how to enjoy them.

A guide to the standout spots in Da Nang where you can drink genuinely delicious Vietnamese coffee. From a local's perspective, we hand-pick cafés where tradition and individuality shine, including egg coffee and salt coffee.

A guide to the scenic cafés of Da Lat in Vietnam's central highlands. We cover the appeal of Da Lat coffee enjoyed at serious cafés befitting a coffee-growing region, farm-adjacent spots, and renowned shops by the lake or atop the hills.

A guide to the appeal of Vietnamese coffee enjoyed in the ancient capital of Hue. From the shop that originated the famous salt coffee to stylish new cafés and traditional long-established establishments, we take a detailed look at Hue's distinctive coffee culture.

A guide to the appeal of Vietnamese coffee enjoyed in the ancient town of Hoi An. From phin brewing and egg coffee to popular cafés, hidden spots beloved by locals, and the latest 2025 café scene, we cover it all in detail.