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DMZ Vietnam Travel Guide 2026: 17th Parallel Timeline, Vinh Moc Tunnels and Khe Sanh
This DMZ Vietnam travel guide traces the 17th parallel from 1954 to 1975 and maps what remains at Hien Luong Bridge, Vinh Moc Tunnels, Khe Sanh, Doc Mieu, Camp Carroll, Rockpile and Truong Son Cemetery. It covers 2026 transport from Hue and Da Nang, opening hours, entry fees, tour prices, daily costs, best season and UXO cautions.
by Phạm Quốc Bảo
4 min readCentral Vietnam
Hanoi vs Ho Chi Minh City: A 2026 Vietnam Travel Guide for First-Time Visitors
This 2026 Vietnam travel guide compares Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh City for first-time visitors. It covers weather windows, e-visa fees, airport transfers, daily costs, site opening hours, side trips, and who each city suits, so you can choose the better first stop for your budget and trip style.
Vietnam Night Markets Ranked for 2026: A Vietnam Travel Guide to Evening Food Streets
This ranked 2026 Vietnam travel guide compares five night markets from Hoi An to Ho Chi Minh City on food, cost, hours, and access. It gives per-market prices, caveats, transport, and a budget so you can choose the right evening food street.
Mekong Delta to Phu Quoc: Vietnam travel guide for an 8-day overland route
This Vietnam travel guide plans an 8-day overland route from Ho Chi Minh City to Phu Quoc via Can Tho, Chau Doc and Ha Tien. It gives transport links, costs, ferry warnings, entry fees, Tet timing and a day-by-day itinerary, so you can book the Delta and island without backtracking.
Hanoi to Sapa day train 2026: a Vietnam travel guide to whether it exists and what to book instead
This expert roundup answers whether a daytime Hanoi to Sapa train exists in 2026, compares it with overnight sleepers and buses, and gives 2026 fares, Lao Cai transfers, Sapa attraction fees, booking lead times, and seasonal timing. It is useful for travelers deciding how to reach Sapa without wasting a day or missing a connection.
Hanoi on Three Budgets: A 2026 Vietnam Travel Guide for $25, $55, and $150 a Day
This Vietnam travel guide compares Hanoi on three 2026 budgets: shoestring at $25 to $35 a day, mid-range at $55 to $75, and comfort at $150 to $250 per person, excluding flights. It covers daily costs, airport transfers, e-visas, sight fees, opening hours, Tet 2026 dates, booking notes, and the trade-offs that decide which tier fits your trip.
Vietnam travel guide: Hai Van Pass and Son Tra Peninsula by motorbike in 2 days
This Vietnam travel guide itinerary covers two days by motorbike from Da Nang: Son Tra Peninsula and Linh Ung Pagoda, the Hai Van Pass to Lang Co, then back over the pass or through the tunnel by train to Marble Mountains and Hoi An. It lists 2026 rental prices, entry fees, ride times, daily costs and booking lead times.
Hanoi to Sapa day train 2026: a Vietnam travel guide to fares and daytime alternatives
This Vietnam travel guide 2026 explains why no true daytime Hanoi to Sapa train runs, lists overnight train and limousine bus fares, transfer costs, best months, booking cautions, and how international visitors can plan a daylight trip with current prices and schedules.
How to Visit Son Doong and the Caves of Phong Nha: A Practical Guide
Phong Nha-Ke Bang National Park is home to the world’s largest cave, Son Doong, and a network of other spectacular caves. This guide focuses on how to visit the park’s caves, from booking a Son Doong expedition to choosing accessible day trips, and offers practical advice for international travelers.
A Practical Guide to Vietnam’s Ha Giang Loop: Riding the Northern Highlands
The Ha Giang Loop is a 300-400 km motorbike route through Vietnam’s remote northern mountains, offering dramatic scenery, ethnic minority culture, and challenging roads. This guide explains route options, permits, rentals, safety, and practical tips for international visitors.
A Local’s Guide to the Ha Giang Loop: Self-Drive Adventure in Vietnam’s Far North (2026 Edition)
The Ha Giang Loop is a 350–400 km circuit in Vietnam’s far north, offering dramatic mountain scenery, ethnic minority culture, and challenging roads. This 2026 guide provides up-to-date advice for international visitors planning a self-drive motorbike or car trip, covering route options, permits, safety, accommodation, and cultural etiquette.
A Practical Guide to the Ha Giang Loop: Vietnam’s Most Scenic Motorbike Route
A practical guide to the Ha Giang Loop, covering transport from Hanoi, motorbike rental, licensing, best months, route distance, key stops, accommodation, cash, mobile coverage, safety, and local etiquette on Vietnam's most scenic motorbike route.
Tet in Vietnam 2026: a Vietnam travel guide to dates, closures and the February travel crunch
This Vietnam travel guide covers Tet 2026 (Year of the Horse) from 14 to 22 February: which days museums, family restaurants and shops close, when trains and buses sell out, how much hotel rates and restaurant bills rise, visa and cash rules, and the two travel windows to book instead.