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Vietnam Few people who venture to Vietnam can resist a second or third trip. With its lush scenery, electric cities and mouth-watering cuisine, holidays here are widely unsurpassed. Y ou’re well and truly spoilt for choice when it comes to places worth seeing in Vietnam. Ho Chi Minh City is one of the top hot INDIA

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and temples to the fine works of architecture and spice-filled street food markets, a day discovering what lies beyond the yellow-painted buildings deserves a spot on any Vietnam itinerary. Heading north, the winding Hai Van Pass is a haven for adrenaline-loving motorcyclists who dare to scale mountains. It marks the first portion of the journey to Hanoi, the country’s capital city. Those looking for grandiose architecture – be it that of the French-inspired Opera House or the many millennia-old temples – will find it here. But, equally, the atmospheric Old Quarter, with all its rugged charm, may very quickly become your favourite place on earth. And who could forget about Ha Long Bay? A water top tapestry of towering limestone escarpments and sharply carved islands, it completely contrasts the sights you’ll see in the nearby capital city. Boat cruises, kayak tours, diving trips, and audacious rock-climbing missions all happen within this exciting, pint-sized pocket. Of course, we’re only skimming the surface of what lies in store here. A country that constantly grabs your attention and instantly wins over your heart, Vietnam is a foolproof choice for your next adventure. So, what are you waiting for? Are you ready to leap into all things Vietnam?

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spots, with its constant flurry of motorbikes and collection of famous markets that set your senses running wild. It also happens to be a gateway to the ever-alluring Mekong Delta, a jungle-hidden maze of rivers and swamps framed by low-lying paddy fields. Travelling further along the country’s backbone, the oceanside city of Nha Trang offers an air of calm to contrast the likes of Ho Chi Minh City. Popular among trendy beach breakers, it’s here you’ll find sunbed-adorned stretches of soft sand that gently trail into turquoise water. And then you have the complete powerhouse that is Danang, a highlight-laden city packed with modern works of art and some of Mother Nature’s finest handiwork. Perhaps its greatest asset is the mighty Marble Mountains perched on its doorstep, safely concealing a series of warmly lit grottos and secret caves that, for hundreds of years, have provided sanctuary for religious and spiritual seekers. Then, only a skip away sits picture-perfect Hoi An. Drenched in romance – and divided in two by the Thu Bon River – there are few points this ancient city doesn’t hit. From the traditional textile shops SRI LANKA

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BEST TIME TO GO For optimal weather country wide, visit Vietnam in spring (February to April). The Essentials

FUN FACT Vietnam ranks No. 2 on the world’s ‘Motorbikes Per Capita’ list. TOP TIP When you’re staying in the city, use Grab - Vietnam’s equivalent to Uber - to get around.

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