Tuesday 4 December 2018

10 most beautiful islands in Vietnam

10 most beautiful islands in Vietnam
Vietnam owns some of the most beautiful yet underrated islands ever in Southeast Asia. Once visiting these islands, you would never regret your decision.

1. Cat Ba Island

Cat Ba Island
Spending the night on a traditional junk boat floating through Ha Long Bay is a quintessential Vietnamese experience that you need to add to your agenda, especially if it means a visit to Cat Ba Island. With limestone pillars jutting out of the surrounding emerald waters, and jungle terrain protected by national park status covering most of the island, this island is a hot-spot for travellers, but don’t let its popularity deter you.

If you want to spend time lazing by the water, be sure to visit Cat Co 1 and Cat Co 2 beaches during your stay on the island. If active adventures are your calling, be sure to visit Cat Ba National Park and enjoy a day of trekking, caving, and rock-climbing.

2. Phu Quoc Island 

Phu Quoc Island
Phu Quoc is a Vietnamese island where you come to do absolutely nothing. This dreamy island is located near the coast of Cambodia and is home to the very best marine life in Vietnam, and Phu Quoc is the ideal place to get acquainted with puffer fish, crustaceans, anemones, moray eels, and other sea creatures found below the surface.

The options are to snorkel or dive, or you can laze about on the powdery white sand beaches, especially those at the north of the island that is far less crowded than those in the south. And let’s not forget about the must-try seafood dishes that will delight food lovers.

3. Con Dao Islands

Con Dao Islands
This archipelago of 16 islands might be famed for its crystal-blue waters, superb hiking trails, and scuba diving spots, but the islands’ other claim to fame is the infamous Con Son prison that housed multiple political prisoners from the colonial and wartime years.

Today, the prison stands as a sombre reminder of the past, yet the combination of flawless scenery and dark history make Con Son island a must-visit destination.

4. Ly Son Island

Ly Son Island
If you’re not a beach-goer, or if you prefer visiting smaller towns and uncovering unique cultural experiences, make sure you check out Ly Son, also known as The Kingdom of Garlic thanks to its most famous crop. Across Ly Son, you’ll smell garlic everywhere, you’ll see garlic growing in neat little rows planted in the volcanic soil, and you’ll undoubtedly taste garlic in most dishes, as it’s a feature of almost all meals on the island.

5. Nam Du Island

Nam Du Island
If you want to escape the modern grind, Nam Du Island gets our vote as one of the best places for an island escape. But be careful, as Wi-Fi is hard to find, phone service is almost non-existent, and electricity will not be available 24/7. So if you do make it to Nam Du, be prepared with a book and find yourself a spot under a palm tree to relax.

6. Binh Ba Island

Binh Ba Island
Binh Ba Island, or Lobster Island, is the place where foodies go to enjoy copious amounts of fresh seafood while relaxing on the smooth, white sand beaches. Just 15 kilometres south of Nha Trang, this island has yet to be hit with a tourism boom so you can enjoy the local experiences without battling the crowds that other destinations struggle with combating.

During your stay, don’t miss the morning Binh Ba market, where you can find the best fresh seafood; a true culinary treat.

7. Cham Islands

Cham Islands
This little cluster of eight islands near the coast of Hoi An was once closed to the public and heavily-guarded, but today they host many avid divers and snorkelers for both overnight stays and short day trips.

If an overnight stay doesn’t interest you, spend time in Hoi An, as it’s the only place in Vietnam where you can sample the oh-so-delicious Cao Lau and Com Ga.

8. Ba Lua Archipelago

Ba Lua Archipelago
Some might refer to the Ba Lua Archipelago as the Ha Long Bay of the South, but it’s just as impressive in its own right. The area consists of three large islands (Heo islet, Ngang islet, and Nhum Ba islet) and several smaller ones, and when the tide is low, visitors can walk over the sandbars to explore another island.

9. Whale Island

Whale Island
Either before, during, or after your next tour through Vietnam, you need to make time for a visit to Whale Island; especially if you are a scuba diver! Located just an hour’s drive north of Nha Trang, you’ll find the idyllic Whale Island, and it’s most famously known for its incredible scuba diving spots for all abilities.

Between April and July, whales and whale sharks make their way to the archipel ago to feed on krill and plankton, and the area is also home to an abundance of clownfish in their anemones, grouper, trevally, and snapper, to name a few.

10. Binh Hung Island

Binh Hung Island
Remote, wild, and beautiful, Binh Hung Island is a place reserved for spirited adventures. First of all, there are no commercial hotels on this island. At all. If you want to stay a night or two, you’ll need to make friends with the locals to organise accommodation. It might be a little trickier to reach this destination that other islands on our list, but trust us when we say it’s worth it.

See more: The 11 Most Relaxing Island Getaways in Vietnam
Source: tourradar

Monday 22 October 2018

Asian best places to go in November

You are wondering where the best places to visit in Asia are in November? As an ever-evolving region, Asia’s top destinations frequently change and it can be hard to know which places to see first.

Asian best places to go in November

Not only that, but due to climate, crowds and culture, November is a good time to visit Asia’s best places, which is why you need to get following guide before you go.


Bangkok, Thailand

Asian best places to go in November

This month’s festivals make a trip to Bangkok and its surrounds an unforgettable experience. Loy Krathong Festival of Lights takes place on the night of November’s full moon to celebrate the beginning of the dry season. Lit lanterns float up into the sky, while candles on lotus-shaped boats called Krathongs drift along the rivers, the festival is a spectacular sight across Bangkok.


Phuket, Thailand

Asian best places to go in November

The beaches of Phuket’s west coast also take part in Loy Krathong festival, and if you are a sports buff, you might be interested in the annual Laguna Phuket Triathlon, which has become known as one of Southeast Asia’s biggest sports events, with beach parties as well as athletic events for both participants and spectators. If you are looking for somewhere more tranquil, take a boat over to one of the nearby islands, such as Koh Yao Noi.

See more: Phuket Travel Guide


Con Dao, Vietnam

Asian best places to go in November

As the dry season begins in southern Vietnam, blue skies and sunny days are in store for visitors to Con Dao. Explore Con Dao National Park, and dive in the surrounding waters where you might be lucky enough to see a Dugong. You’ll also be just in time for Con Dao’s sea turtle nesting season.


Bagan, Myanmar

Asian best places to go in November

With the rainy season having passed over, but before the busy peak season and upcoming heat wave, November is an especially comfortable time to visit Myanmar. Visiting Bagan in November is the unforgettable experience of a hot air balloon trip over the different temples, stupas and the famous Irrawaddy River. A trip to Bagan at this time also coincides with Shwezigon Pagoda Festival, which is celebrated over 23 days throughout the month, with fireworks and candle processions among the festival revelry.


Hong Kong

Asian best places to go in November

Hong Kong gets an insane amount of rain in the summer, and November is the first of its 5 dry months. November is also the warmest of those 5 dry months, so it is arguably the best month of the year to visit. Hotels will not be particularly crowded, although business-oriented hotels are pretty full most of the year.
During your trip, you will want to take a traditional junk boat ride on the harbor and check out the sweeping city views from Victoria Peak, which you can reach by tram. Another cannot miss? Stockton, a hidden speakeasy-style whiskey bar in Central.

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