Category: Vietnam
Luxury island resorts perfect for a post-COVID-19 retreat
By Paul Eyers on Apr 20, 2020 in Accommodation, Asia, Cambodia, Health & Safety, Hotels, Malaysia, Maldives, Regions, Resorts, Spas & Pampering, Speciality Travel, Thailand, Travel Miscellany, Vietnam
We are all living throughout these strange times where nothing is the same. It is a unique period during which we all need to take a step back from our busy lives and do everything we can to stay safe, stay healthy and stay sane. For the vast majority this means staying at home, so 
Vegan travel in Vietnam
Vietnam is a remarkable country offering intrepid travellers nature, history, countryside, beaches and some wonderful vegan food if you know where to look. There is a very good understanding of vegetarian and vegan food in Vietnam due to many of the Buddhist population choosing to eat plant based food on auspicious days in line with
Photograph of the week: Salt harvesting, Hon Khoi Salt Fields, Vietnam
Every year Hon Khoi Salt Fields produces around 737,000 tons of salt. Or perhaps we should say, Hon Khoi Salt Fields yields 737,000 tons of salt. For it’s actually the hard-working, mostly middle-aged women who toil on said fields from 4am to 9am every morning, January to June, who are responsible for production. Interestingly, while
Celebrating 2019 - 'The Year of The Vegan' - in luxury and style...
By Paul Eyers on Dec 16, 2019 in Accommodation, Asia, Cambodia, China, Food and Drink, France, Going Out, Hong Kong, Hotels, Maldives, Regions, Resorts, Restaurants, Singapore, Thailand, Travel Miscellany, United Kingdom, Vietnam
Since The Economist published a short article in late 2018 entitled ‘The Year of The Vegan’, predicting that “2019 will be the year veganism goes mainstream” many have coined this phrase, whilst many others have chosen the lifestyle. Writing “Where millennials lead, businesses will follow” they could not have been closer to the truth with 
Photograph of the week: Thác Dray Nur Waterfall, Buon Ma Thuot, Vietnam
Once upon a time, there lived a beautiful E De girl and her boyfriend who loved to wile away their hours, staring into one another’s eyes as they gazed upon a waterfall near their village. One day, as they were sitting upon a big rock doing just that, a monster appeared in a column of
Top 5 historical hotels you need to experience
By Kristof Eyckmans on Nov 13, 2019 in Accommodation, Africa, Asia, Europe, France, Hotels, Italy, Regions, South Africa, Vietnam, Western Europe
There is something about staying in a place which is riddled with a very rich past. It feels like you are writing a page in a history book, but with all the modern trimmings one enjoys in the 21st century. Some of these historical hotels however are taking it to another level. Let me take 
Luxury travel news this week
By Paul Johnson on Oct 20, 2019 in Accommodation, Africa, Air Travel, Asia, Europe, Germany, Hotels, Regions, Resorts, Rwanda, Speciality Travel, United Kingdom, Vietnam, Western Europe
Here’s a round-up of luxury travel stories that have caught the eye this week. To make sure you receive these new weekly alerts in your web browser, please click on the red bell icon in the bottom right hand corner of the page and click ‘subscribe’ (works on desktop only – for other ways to 
Top 10 luxury hotels in Vietnam
It is amazing how things can change in half a century. After World War II, decades of war, political upheaval, and social conflict were all anyone thought of when you mentioned any of the countries in Southeast Asia, especially Vietnam. But here we are, in the twenty-first century, and Vietnam has made leaps and bounds
5 spas worth getting on an airplane to visit
By Tisha Neufville on Aug 31, 2019 in Accommodation, Arizona, Asia, Caribbean, Hotels, Mexico, North America, Regions, Resorts, Saint Lucia, Spas & Pampering, Speciality Travel, USA, Vietnam
Sure, there are some amazing spas out there, but are they actually worth getting on a plane to visit? Here are a few which actually ARE worth getting on a long airplane ride to experience first-hand. 1. Dorado Beach, a Ritz-Carlton Reserve, Dorado, Puerto Rico, US The exquisite spa at Dorado Beach rests on 5 
Vegan food at Marriott Hotels and Resorts in Southeast Asia
By Paul Eyers on Aug 17, 2019 in Accommodation, Asia, China, Food and Drink, Going Out, Hong Kong, Hotels, Resorts, Restaurants, Singapore, Thailand, Travel Miscellany, Vietnam
Our eternal vegan travel travel adventure has taken us to many glorious destinations and long may this continue. As much as we love checking into a luxury hotel and resort, our true raison d’être is to find, eat and write about the best vegan food in the world. One brand that seems to deliver delicious 
These cities have the cheapest luxury hotels in the world
By Carmen Caballero on Aug 01, 2019 in Accommodation, Asia, Central America, China, Colombia, Hotels, India, Malaysia, Panama, Regions, South America, Thailand, Vietnam
Luxury hotels around the world are increasingly expensive. Over the years, the average price of a room increased around seven percent during the past five years. But for travelers looking for deals, it’s not always bad news: some destinations saw significant declines in room rates, even in luxury hotels. Kuala Lumpur Kuala Lumpur not only 
Top 5 destinations for a luxury honeymoon
By Dave Warne on Jul 22, 2019 in Africa, Asia, Australia, Botswana, Cambodia, Europe, Honeymoons, Italy, Leisure Travel, New Zealand, Oceania, Regions, Rwanda, Speciality Travel, Tanzania, Thailand, Vietnam, Western Europe
From dining under the stars at a lantern-lit beach table to sipping champagne from a private infinity pool and watching wildlife from a safari camp, a honeymoon is a chance to head on what is truly your dream luxury holiday. So, we’ve picked out some of the very best places to celebrate after your big 
Rooms with a view: our top 6 scenic hotels around the world
By Thomas Ryves on Jul 16, 2019 in Accommodation, Africa, Asia, Australia, Canada, Central America, Europe, Greece, Hotels, Morocco, Nicaragua, North America, Oceania, Regions, Resorts, Vietnam, Western Europe, Worldwide
With more and more luxury hotels opening their doors all around the world, alongside existing hotels continually upping their game and guests becoming ever-more discerning, the bar is set ever higher all the time, from accommodation to cuisine, and from spa facilities to unique activities. But whether all those boxes are ticked or not, often 
8 of the best destinations for October and November
By Matt Holmes on Jun 04, 2019 in Africa, Asia, Bhutan, Europe, Iceland, Japan, Morocco, Nepal, New Zealand, Oceania, Pacific Islands, Portugal, Regions, Spain, Tanzania, Vietnam, Western Europe
We know from experience that travelers often begin planning their trip 4-6 months in advance, which means that at this point in the year, people are thinking about their fall adventures. October and November are really great months to travel. Families with school-age kids are home, and there aren’t any college students on spring break. 
Luxury travel in Vietnam
By Paul Eyers on Apr 04, 2019 in Accommodation, Asia, Cruises & Boat Travel, Hotels, Regions, Resorts, Speciality Travel, Vietnam
With so much to offer including pristine beaches, vibrant cities and ethereal landscapes, Vietnam is a sparkling jewel in the crown of Southeast Asia. Whether you want to stay in a unique city centre luxury hotel or spend your time at an elegant and luxurious beach resort, Vietnam has got you covered. If you fancy 
