I would like to call Hoi An as the lantern capital of Vietnam. It is one of the most gorgeous cities in the world with colorful lanterns hanging from the top, retro-themed shops and cafes adorning the streets, and free WiFi across the entire city! It is also a melting-pot of Chinese, French, and Vietnamese cultures, reflected in the architecture of its buildings. When I had been to Vietnam, I had planned for a 3-day trip to Hoi An to soak in the artistic culture of the city. Hoi An is declared as a UNESCO World Heritage Site and is often fluttered with tourists. Surprisingly, the extreme tourist culture here,…

Halong Bay is the bejeweled highlight of Vietnam. When you visit Vietnam, do not miss visiting the Halong Bay. It is a bay of emerald waters and scattered limestones that have rainforests on them. Cruising through Halong Bay is by far one of the best experiences I have had in my life so far! Also, few scenes from the movie Kong: Skull Island were shot here :’). Now, several tour operators and local agents offer day trips to Halong Bay from Hanoi. But I would recommend you to steer clear from those; the reason being, they are hurried trips and don’t really let you enjoy and soak the beauty of…