Vietnam
Want to actually eat the exotic foods at Asian markets? On this cruise you can
Live frogs, sea snails, bunches of just-harvested herbs – this is not your average trip to the supermarket.
- by Ben Groundwater
Is a four-star hotel really better than a two-star? I put it to the test
When $50 can get you a clean, private room in a great location, is it worth splurging on a higher star rating? I found out in Vietnam.
- by Jimmy Thomson
★★★★
Airline reviews
No entertainment, but this budget business class is unbeatable value
The price is right and the food is a winner, but Vietjet’s business class comes with a couple of warnings.
- by Belinda Jackson
Vietnam’s new wellness resorts luring spa lovers to its shores
It’s clear that wellness has come a long way in Vietnam since my first visit more than 20 years ago. Back then, even massages were viewed with suspicion.
- by Ute Junker
Even after 20 years, this Vietnamese drawcard’s beauty hasn’t faded
The karsts that dot the waters of Vietnam’s Ha Long Bay have seen many changes, but their stark beauty is not diminished.
- by Jane Richards
★★★★½
Ship reviews
Ship review: If space is a priority, then this Mekong cruise is for you
The new, spacious Serenity should be the cruiser of choice for anyone planning a trip down the Mekong.
- by Penny Watson
★★★★1/2
Airline reviews
Airline review: It’s no Rolls-Royce, but this business class is good value
A surprise design feature in this business class cabin gives it a particularly spacious and airy feeling.
- by Jane Richards
Traveller Awards: The 10 winners for best style and design
From a stunning hotel inspired by Morocco’s bohemian past to the flamboyant world of designer Kit Kemp, to a sexy Italian high-speed train, this is the list for design aficionados.
- by Traveller team
Traveller Awards: The top spots for those who just want to have fun
Whether you’re a kid or just a kid at heart, these experiences around the world will let you forget any seriousness and enjoy yourself.
- by Traveller team
You can’t leave northern Vietnam without trying this absolute treat
This dish has its origins with a business selling grilled fish not only to make money, but also to provide a secret meeting place in central Hanoi for fighters battling colonial powers.
- by Ben Groundwater
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