Vietnam Off The Beaten Path Travel Articles

9 Vegetarian-Friendly Eateries in Vietnam

Vegetarian restaurants in Hanoi and other cities in Vietnam. A tour of nine fantastic vegetarian restaurants for travelers going to Vietnam.

Cruising the Mighty Mekong River

Cruising the mighty Mekong river that starts in China and ends in Vietnam. When to go, and what to expect from a Mekong cruise.

Hanoi Vietnam: Visiting the Old Quarter, Dining with Locals

Hanoi, Vietnam guide with advice on where to eat, where to stay, and where to have fun, massage in Hanoi old quarter and the highlights of the city.

Vietnam’s Wonderful Surprises

Jon Haggins Globetrotter recounts many trips around the world and interactions with many local people on his journeys. The book excerpt covers travel in Vietnam.

Vietnam’s Highlands: Taking a Killer Trek

Visit Sapa in the highlands of northern Vietnam and see dramatic vistas during a killer hike up steep mountain trails. The reward is an herb-infused bath.

Hanoi: A Late Night Arrival into Chaos

Hanoi, Vietnam at night, the energy and craziness of the city, with attractions like The Old Quarter, Van Mieu (Temple of Literature), Hoa Lo Prison (Hanoi Hilton), Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum of Hanoi.

Ho Chi Minh City’s Coolest Places

Ho Chi Minh City is the largest city in Vietnam and the most exciting…from pulsing nightclubs to strong coffee and baguettes. A guide for backpackers.

Sapa, Vietnam: It’s Not About Needing, It’s About Giving

A visit to a remote village called Sapa northwest of Hanoi gives a chance to visit with local craftspeople and shop for crafts and clothing, needed or not.

Linh Wraps Fish with Vermicelli in Rice Paper

The Scent of Green Papaya: Cooking in Vietnam

Traveling by sampan down the Mekong River to the Mekong Marketplace and Cai Be Floating Market for groceries, and then to a cooking school in the Delta.

Vietnam: See King Kong’s World Firsthand

Explore the various beautiful Vietnam locations that provided the backdrop for Kong: Skull Island on Exotic Voyages’ new King Kong Tour.

Chasing Down Delicious Desserts in Hanoi

A tour of the best desserts in Hanoi. 12 different Vietnamese desserts and coffees you can find in Hanoi, on the streets and in city cafes and bakeries.