Vietnam is a magnificent country. There is so much to see, and it's traveler-friendly. Even though I don't speak any Vietnamese, I had no problem getting to sights and cities as long as I did a little research. I stayed on the well established tourist route, which was probably why I found the country easy to … Continue reading Vietnam recap
Vietnam
Ho Chi Minh City
Ho Chi Minh City (HCMC) was my last destination in Vietnam. To get there, I booked a daytime bus through Wolfpack Hostel, my accommodation in Dalat. The bus was operated by Futabus/Phuong Trang, one of the more reliable bus companies in Vietnam. Buses from Dalat to HCMC take six to eight hours (with the last … Continue reading Ho Chi Minh City
Dalat
When I arrived in Dalat, I immediately noticed that it was cooler than most of my other destinations in Vietnam. Highs were in the upper 70s for most of my stay, which was welcome relief from the stifling heat and humidity in other cities. Dalat is home to several unique structures. I first visited Linh … Continue reading Dalat
Nha Trang and Lak Lake
I'll be upfront: Nha Trang was my least favorite destination in Vietnam. It's known for its beach, nightlife, and Russian tourists. None of these really grabbed my interest, so I was leaning toward skipping it. However, one of my roommates in Hoi An suggested I spend a night in Nha Trang to break up the … Continue reading Nha Trang and Lak Lake
Hoi An
When travelers talk about Hoi An, most say that they loved their visits. When I asked people why they loved Hoi An, they used generic descriptions ("lovely," "relaxed") and usually didn't discuss specific sights. After hearing so many people rave about Hoi An, I started rolling my eyes whenever people talked about the city. I was … Continue reading Hoi An
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