Arriving in Saigon
For most, arriving in to a foreign country is the most daunting part of any journey. Stepping of the plane, being hassled through immigration and customs, only to be faced by hungry taxi drivers eager to have you as their fare! Sound familiar?
Well if you're heading to the magical lands of Vietnam, arrival is easy. Here are a few pointers for travelers coming to Hanoi or Ho Chi Minh City.
Visa
All visitors, except for some ASEAN countries, require an entry visa for Vietnam.
Exploring the Mekong DeltaThe Mekong Delta is the name given to the area of south western Vietnam where the Mekong River approaches and enters the sea. The Vietnamese refer to this area as the Nine Dragon River Delta and this region is the perfect place to explore and get a feel for the local culture whilst on your Vietnam tour. The best way to experience the culture of the local people on your Vietnam holiday is by arranging a visit to a local market. In Saigon, Ben Thanh is the place that the locals visit to buy their food and catch up with all the weekly gossip.
Halong Bay Treasures The Caves Of The DragonVietnam is one of the most beautiful countries of Southeast Asia and one of the most popular destinations for European tourists. Among its natural landscapes the Halong Bay in the north of the nation, continues to surprise visitors from around the world.The Vietnamese call this place the Bay of the descendants
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The Natural Wonders of VietnamVietnam is considered to be one of the top twenty-five regions in the world to possess a high level of bio-diversity, making Vietnam holidays interesting and beautiful. Hosting two World Heritage sites and six World Biosphere Reserves, the natural wonders in the country are plentiful, and visits to these are great additions to Vietnam tours. Can Gio Mangrove Forest 40km southeast of Ho Chi Minh City, lies the Can Gio Mangrove Forest, a beautiful wetland area
The Little Dragon- Halong Bay, VietnamOften called the baby of Halong Bay, beautiful and diverse Bai Tu Long Bay holds its own. The Vietnamese nation was invaded so often in ancient times that God was moved to send a dragon and its child to fight the enemies. After the fighting was over, the dragon refused
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