VIETNAM – MY NEXT HOLIDAY DESTINATION

We have all heard the phrase, “once you go Asian, there’s no going back. ” This can refer to the food and culture, but it also applies to the travel destinations. There are so many places in Asia that are at least worth a weekend or weekday getaway. One of them is Vietnam. This country has a lot to offer visitors: stunning beaches, delicious cuisine, and incredible wildlife for people who enjoy camping or want to visit national parks. Vietnam was once a French colony, so it has beautiful architecture and architecture on UNESCO World Heritage Sites like Hoi An Ancient Town and Hue Imperial City. It's not hard to imagine yourself lounging by the pool during high season here! Budget Travel has a list of five places to visit in Vietnam that are worth your time: Hong Nha Ke Bang National Park -- this is one of the country's most beautiful national parks and its home to Phong Nha Cave, which is the largest flooded cave in Southeast Asia. Visit the park on your own or join a tour here. Cu Lao Cham Towers -- these towers are found in Tam Coc Village, which means “the old village. ” The crests of these towers are said to be the highest in Vietnam and you can climb up for a view. Dong Hoi -- this is one of the country's most beautiful coastal towns and it offers visitors some time to relax as well as some fantastic food. Some places to visit here include the Hai Van Pass, Tinh Tan Citadel, and Buddhist temples. Mekong Delta -- you can boat through the Mekong Delta and see a different side of Vietnam. The delta itself is made up of many small islands and the Mekong River, which China, Laos, Thailand, and Cambodia all touch. Ho Chi Minh City -- if you're looking for a quick city trip with lots to do on your time off from Hue or Da Nang, this is the place. There are museums like War Remnants Museum or Cultural Museum. If looking to indulging in Vietnam's delicious cuisine - from Pho to Banh Mi, there's something for everyone as well as things to eat like Banh Mi sandwiches and Pho noodle soup. ! The street food scene is amazing! I'm sure you won't be able to resist all the tasty snacks being sold by the roadside. Vietnam’s largest city is perfect for nature lovers, and there are some really cool museums to check out like the Ho Chi Minh Museum or Dong Xuan Market. There are also a few places around town that sell house slippers, which you should definitely pick up if you're in Da Nang or Hue. If you're feeling ambitious and want to take the bus on the 12-hour journey from Hanoi to Saigon, which is the name of the capital city of Vietnam. I'm sure you will get plenty of great photos for your Instagram!