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The best restaurants in Vietnam for the luxury traveller

By James Jayasundera on Feb 10, 2018 in Asia, Food and Drink, Going Out, Regions, Restaurants, Travel Miscellany, Vietnam

Vietnamese cuisine is distinct, mouth-watering and bursting with flavour. A divine concoction of sweet, salty, sour and hot flavours, not overly spicy, with rice, noodles, fresh vegetables and herbs all playing a big role; there’s no wonder that over the years it has become more and more popular around the world. With a staggering 500 […]

5 of the finest luxury hotels and resorts in Vietnam

By Paul Eyers on Feb 08, 2018 in Accommodation, Asia, Hotels, Regions, Resorts, Vietnam

Vietnam is an exciting and vibrant Southeast Asian country where you can spend your time exploring dynamic and bustling cities, embracing the culture and natural beauty or checking in to a luxury spa resort to relax and rejuventate. However you decide to spend your vacation there are some exceptional hotels and resorts to choose from; […]

5 ways to eat like a local in Hanoi

By Sam Clark on Jan 30, 2018 in Asia, Food and Drink, Regions, Travel Miscellany, Vietnam

Want to eat like a local in Hanoi? As a city, Hanoi is changing rapidly from the old to the new, and its rapid transformation is reflected clearly in the food scene: while fancy restaurants continue to pop up everywhere, the old street food culture still continues to flourish. The markets of Hanoi’s old quarter, […]

5 outstanding Six Senses resorts in southeast Asia

By Paul Eyers on Jan 10, 2018 in Accommodation, Asia, Cambodia, Food and Drink, Going Out, Hotels, Indonesia, Regions, Resorts, Restaurants, Thailand, Travel Miscellany, Vietnam

With a mission to “create exceptional guest experiences in stunning settings “Six Senses have long been associated with offering exemplary service in extraordinary locations; the Six Senses style of luxury travel is delivered in a manner that truly compliments the natural beauty of the surroundings by ensuring that the impact on the environment is minimal. […]

Asia’s 10 most beautiful train journeys

By Sam Clark on Oct 28, 2017 in Asia, Cambodia, India, Indonesia, Leisure Travel, Malaysia, Myanmar, Rail Travel, Regions, Singapore, Speciality Travel, Sri Lanka, Thailand, Vietnam

An atmospheric train ride is second to none. The perfect way to get to know a country’s landscapes and customs, train trips transform perfunctory journey time into an experience in itself. There are myriad fantastic routes across Asia to choose from, ranging from the more upscale first-class carriages to those which are more basic, but […]

Travel guide to Aman Resorts

By James Jayasundera on Oct 19, 2017 in Accommodation, Asia, Bhutan, Cambodia, China, Hotels, India, Indonesia, Japan, Philippines, Regions, Resorts, Sri Lanka, Thailand, Vietnam

Phenomenal luxury, exquisite comforts and an astonishing array of different cultures and landscapes, Aman serves up the best of the best every time. Below we have listed their properties in Asia, but specifically highlighting what we love about each one. Carry on reading and let us know in the comments if you have any other highlights […]

5 luxury honeymoon experiences in Vietnam, Cambodia and Laos

By Alastair Donnelly on Oct 15, 2017 in Air Travel, Asia, Cambodia, Honeymoons, Laos, Leisure Travel, Regions, Speciality Travel, Vietnam

Planning a wedding is stressful, there’s no two ways about it. But planning a honeymoon should provide respite. No table plans to navigate, caterers to negotiate with, or photographers to sift through. This first holiday as a married couple should be the perfect tonic after a frantic few months. With a relaxed pace of life, […]

7 luxury reasons to visit Hanoi

By Paul Eyers on Oct 12, 2017 in Accommodation, Asia, Attractions, Food and Drink, Going Out, Hotels, Regions, Resorts, Restaurants, Travel Miscellany, Vietnam

Having visited Vietnam many times previously it’s been some time since we passed through Hanoi, people kept telling us we should return for multiple reasons, including some ‘must visit’ hotels, delectable vegan food and the nearby stunning location of Ninh Binh. We heeded their advice and loved it, we will return again in the near […]

7 natural wonders you must see in Vietnam

By Zach Smith on Sep 16, 2017 in Asia, Attractions, Going Out, Regions, Vietnam

Southeast Asia has an incredible variety of destinations for nature tours, and Vietnam has received increasing amounts of recognition for its dreamlike landscape. This country has natural wonders that sneak up to you. Round a corner, and there it is — a gushing waterfall or a terraced rice field that you never expected. The following […]

The 5 best destinations in Asia for a Summer holiday

By James Jayasundera on Sep 05, 2017 in Asia, India, Indonesia, Regions, Sri Lanka, Vietnam

The British summer time is often the best time of year to travel, particularly for those who are travelling with the family. But it is worth bearing in mind that there are only a handful of destinations in Asia that have good weather in August and September. Temperatures can soar to unbearable heights and the […]

5 top tips for getting tailor-made clothes in Hoi An, Vietnam

By Alastair Donnelly on Aug 15, 2017 in Asia, Clothing, Regions, Travel Equipment, Vietnam

Still waters, saffron-coloured buildings and streets untouched by the modern world; no trip to Vietnam is complete without a few days in the beautiful town of Hoi An. Nearly as famous as its well-preserved old quarter is a reputation for top-quality tailors. It’s impossible to amble down narrow roads without spotting countless shops with jumbo […]

Top 5 adventures for solo travellers

By Kim Robertson on Aug 05, 2017 in Alaska, Asia, Cambodia, Caribbean, Cuba, India, North America, Regions, South Africa, USA, Vietnam

Solo travel, especially solo female travel, is on the rise and can be a great adventure, but you don’t have to go it completely alone. Sometimes the thought of solo travel can be daunting and there may be some destinations you wouldn’t consider however, it needn’t be with our top pick solo adventures. Whether it […]

5 great reasons to visit Phu Quoc, Vietnam

By Selene Nelson on Aug 02, 2017 in Accommodation, Asia, Attractions, Food and Drink, Going Out, Hotels, Leisure Travel, Regions, Resorts, Speciality Travel, Travel Miscellany, Vietnam

The pristine Vietnamese island of Phu Quoc (pronounced Foo–Kwok) lies off the Cambodian coast in the Gulf of Thailand. Long one of the country’s best kept secrets, recently tourism has begun to boom here. Still quieter than most island paradises in Southeast Asia, the time to discover Phu Quoc is now. Here are five great […]

Lights, camera, action: 7 ways to go behind the scenes

By Craig Burkinshaw on Jun 14, 2017 in Africa, Asia, Cambodia, Celebrities, Egypt, India, Japan, Louisiana, New Zealand, North America, Oceania, Regions, Travel Miscellany, USA, Vietnam, Worldwide

Visual effects in film may have advanced dramatically, but most directors still choose to shoot in real locations, taking advantage of some of the world’s most dramatic landscapes or filming in period settings that add authenticity to a scene. There’s something quite special about seeing these pseudo-fantasy locations in real life, adding an extra dimension […]

Top 5 new hotels in Vietnam

By Sam Clark on May 17, 2017 in Accommodation, Asia, Cruises & Boat Travel, Hotels, Regions, Speciality Travel, Vietnam

Vietnam is moving from strength to strength as a travel destination. Its fast-growing economy, large youth population and foreign business investment have all provided fantastic opportunities for the hotel industry. Traditionally, Vietnam has never offered the same amount of super high-end luxury that nearby Southeast Asian countries could. There was a limited choice of ‘crème […]

14 ‘tried and tested’ luxury hotels in Vietnam that cater for vegan guests

By Paul Eyers on Apr 19, 2017 in Accommodation, Asia, Food and Drink, Going Out, Hotels, Regions, Resorts, Restaurants, Travel Miscellany, Vietnam

Luxury vegan travel is getting easier. Hotels and resorts now understand that a plant based and vegan diet is not only a healthy option, but has multiple benefits for the environment. In South East Asia, one of the destinations that is fast becoming a favourite for vegan travel lovers is Vietnam, where the number of […]

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