air travel
Getting around Vietnam is easy whatever your budgetMar 14, 2024 • 10 min read
Whether it's bus, train, private car, motorcycle, bike, plane or boat, you can plan your trip around Vietnam with this guide to getting around.
Vietnam Travel Stories
activitiesThe 15 best things you can do in Vietnam in 2024Feb 29, 2024 • 11 min read
Vietnam is a dream destination for travelers but what to do when you finally get there? Here are 15 can't-miss experiences in 2024.
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tips and adviceThe 10 best places to visit in Vietnam in 2024Feb 24, 2024 • 8 min read
Vietnam's excessive beauty and culture can be overwhelming. Our guide to the 10 best places to visit will help you plan the ultimate trip.
destination practicalitiesThe best times in the year to visit VietnamFeb 22, 2024 • 5 min read
Festivals, beach time, hiking in the highlands: pick the right time for your visit to Vietnam with this seasonal guide.
beachesDiscover where locals travel in VietnamNov 17, 2023 • 5 min read
Want to go off the beaten track in Vietnam? Follow these recommendations from local travel writers.
beachesThe 10 best beaches in VietnamNov 7, 2023 • 5 min read
Vietnam may not have the reputation for world-class beaches of its neighbours, but it still hides a few crackers.
beachesVietnam’s 10 best natural wondersNov 6, 2023 • 5 min read
From the stunning Halong Bay to the sand dunes of Mui Ne, Vietnam offers up a bewitching array of superlative natural landscapes. Here's our favorite 10.
activities11 of the best things to do with kids in Vietnam: everything you need to knowAug 14, 2023 • 10 min read
From family beach days to hiking in the highlands, here are the best activities for kids in Vietnam, along with some top planning tips.
destination practicalitiesDo I need a visa to go to Vietnam?Aug 10, 2023 • 6 min read
The process for obtaining a visa for Vietnam can be confusing, but for a short trip, you may not need a visa at all. Here’s what you need to know.
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budget travelHow to visit Vietnam on a budgetAug 8, 2023 • 9 min read
One of the many great things about Vietnam is how much you spend is within your control – just choose wisely. Here's how to visit Vietnam on a budget.
destination practicalities23 things to know before visiting VietnamAug 7, 2023 • 9 min read
Vietnam serves up a lavish buffet of Asian sights, sounds, scents and flavors, but there are things to know before you come. Try these tips.
road tripsThe 7 best road trips in VietnamJul 6, 2023 • 7 min read
Vietnam was made for exploring by road. From the mountains to the Delta, here are our top road trip routes.
activitiesPicture yourself in Vietnam with Elsewhere by Lonely PlanetMar 21, 2023 • 4 min read
Let Elsewhere by Lonely Planet help you explore Vietnam through a culinary lens.
hiking8 treks for discovering Vietnam’s rural heartlandsNov 23, 2022 • 8 min read
Here are eight hikes that showcase the stunning landscapes and enchanting villages of Vietnam.
foodWhat to eat and drink in VietnamOct 14, 2022 • 12 min read
Every day in Vietnam is a feast. Here are the best things to eat and drink, from pho noodle soup to banh mi sandwiches and everything in between.
national parksThe 8 best national parks in Vietnam: remarkable caves, gorgeous beaches, and rare wildlifeMar 31, 2022 • 6 min read
Vietnam has over 30 national parks. Here's our guide to the very best, from underground marvels to golden coastlines.
foodThe most unusual foods to try in VietnamJun 23, 2021 • 5 min read
It is likely that some traditional Vietnamese dishes will excite the most adventurous but that some tourists find difficult to eat because of its peculiarity.
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digital nomadA guide to Ho Chi Minh City for digital nomadsJan 11, 2021 • 4 min read
Ho Chi Minh City is on a wave of tech development. Here's everything you need to know about being a digital nomad in HCMC.
How a pair of travelers weathered the COVID-19 pandemic in VietnamApr 27, 2020 • 5 min read
When a pair of travelers found themselves in Hanoi as the world responded to the COVID-19 pandemic, they decided to stay put and saw Vietnam's response to the…
Here’s what you can expect on a Lonely Planet Experiences tour of VietnamFeb 14, 2020 • 5 min read
Make the most of your time in Vietnam with a Lonely Planet Experiences tour in partnership with Intrepid Travel. Meet new people with a local as your guide.
coffeeA guide to Vietnamese coffeeFeb 11, 2020 • 7 min read
Strong and flavourful Vietnamese coffee makes converts as quickly as it raises pulses.
foodSunsets, lanterns and art: free things to do in Hoi AnJul 8, 2019 • 6 min read
Visitors to Vietnam often cite charming Hoi An as one of their favourite cities. A thriving medieval port city that was reduced to a backwater country…
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