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Travel tips

A nation of Fans – Soccer in Vietnam

Soccer in Vietnam is by far the most popular sport. After several successful tournaments and championship runs in the past years the love for soccer has only increased. In 2018 they placed 2nd in the U23 AFC run, which is higher than any other southeast Asian soccer team has managed to go so far. And the Vietnamese celebrated this accordingly by taking to the streets and letting their joy run free.

Mar 31, 2021

Khai Dinh tomb emperor Hue Vietnam
History

The Imperial City of Vietnam – City of Hue

Whilst traveling Indochina a visit to the Imperial City of Vietnam, City of Hue is a must. This place is full of beautiful architecture, rich in history and will definitely will be one of your highlights whilst over there. Without even knowing you'll spend an entire day wandering about the site in awe of all the things to look at.

Mar 31, 2021

Boat tour Mekong river
Travel tips

Enjoy your visit differently – Vietnam river cruise

Vietnam is one of the most visited south east Asian countries – and that for good reason. The complex culture, beautiful landscape and stunning sights are everything a traveler could ask for. To see it all and take everything in would take months. A great way to experience a little bit of everything is a Vietnam river cruise.

Mar 31, 2021

Explore paradise cave Vietnam
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Capturing the Landscape – Vietnam National Parks

Vietnam is one of the most visited places in Indochina and for good reason – it has everything to offer a traveler is looking for: Beautiful landscapes, a delicious cuisine, rich history and interesting culture. The Vietnam national parks are a must see as well. From the mountainous north to the Mekong river delta in the south, there are many beautiful options.

Mar 31, 2021

Traditional vietnamese soup
Food

Vietnamese Cuisine – What makes it so special?

Experiencing a different culture is not just about looking at their historical buildings, their landscape and travelling the country. You can learn just as much about the ways of a faraway country by eating their food. In case of the Vietname cuisine, that'll actually be one of the highlights of a trip over there.

Mar 06, 2021

St Joseph's Cathedral in Hanoi
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Vietnamese architecture – Expression of Vietnamese culture

Vietnam's architecture is a wild but beautiful mixture of both European and Asian influences. Simply put, it can be divided into three stages:

Mar 06, 2021

Mother and daughter working in the rice fields of Sapa
Travel tips

Traveling through Vietnam: Which are the must see places in Vietnam

Traveling through Vietnam is a great opportunity for people who want to have an experience full of cultural diversity and an astonishing mix of natural highlights. The scenery offers countless exotic destinations such as jungles, sandy beaches, verdant paddy fields, jagged peaks, and colonial structures with several ethnic minorities living all together. With its beautiful countryside and national parks outdoor lovers will have their money's worth. But also, for the more slothful, Vietnam has much to offer. If you are not into hiking or biking there are plenty other options to get around, for instance, by renting a motorbike or booking a cruise tour. Beneath the wonderful nature Vietnam has to offer, there is a bustling city life with its culinary highlights. So, as you can see, Vietnam is a total underrated travel gem that has a lot in store. To give you an even more precise overview of its must see places VIETNAM VISA ONLINE prepared a compilation below.

Oct 12, 2020

Asian businessman one the phone in front of buildings
Travel tips

Working in Vietnam: What to take into consideration before the job search starts

Like everywhere in the world it is a difference if you search for a job in your own country or if you do so in a foreign one. Not only the industry demands are different, also the criteria for applying can vary from one country to another. For foreigners who want to work in Vietnam there are multiple options to get started. To give you a quick overview VIETNAM VISA ONLINE has prepared the following blog entry, giving you all the relevant information about working in Vietnam. First, you need a visa.

Oct 12, 2020

Asian couple visiting a doctor for vaccination
Travel tips

Holiday vaccinations that are needed when travelling to Vietnam

There are always different precautions when travelling to a foreign country. Sometimes it is easy as you might have been to your destination before or it is close to what you are used to from home. But sometimes it is a whole new experience and you need a little bit more preparedness. This is the case when going to Vietnam as there are so many different things to know about regarding entry requirements, climate, food, culture and holiday vaccinations that are needed because of diseases you might not know from your country. To give you a short overview what to note about international travel vaccinations especially those you need for travelling to Vietnam, VIETNAM VISA ONLINE listed the most important vaccinations for you below.

Oct 05, 2020

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History

Vietnam customs: A glimpse into a culture rich in tradition

As you might already know, Vietnam is a country of rich traditions and variety in many different fields. If you visit Vietnam you will not only be impressed by the beautiful landscapes and the culinary diversity, but also by friendly people. The many different ethnicities and traditions which are present in the modern Vietnam are likely built by their previous dynasties and by the influence of the Chinese rule and the European colonial period. Over thousands and thousands of years, the Vietnamese developed a value system that is based on four tenets. These tenets are family, respect, good name and learning which are all closely interrelated and followed by the Vietnamese people today. To give you a little glimpse on the cultural values and the different customs VIETNAM VISA ONLINE prepared this article for you so that you will have a first impression of the Vietnamese culture and its background.

Oct 05, 2020

Beautiful jungle horn bill
Travel tips

Think you know everything about the wildlife of Vietnam? Here you can prove your knowledge

As a country rich of biodiversity Vietnam has a lot in store. If you are planning to make a trip to Vietnam, make sure to keep some days left for an adventure through the country's unique wildlife. The swampy river deltas, coastlines, mountain rages and tropical rainforests are home to innumerable species of animals. Overall, that means 310 species of mammals, 296 species of reptiles, 162 amphibian species, 2000 species of marine fish and 700 freshwater species of fish.

Oct 01, 2020

Ban Gioc detian falls with unique natural beauty
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Discover the Vietnamese Countryside

Vietnam is a land of contrasts, from bustling cities to peaceful rural areas. Every year, visitors are amazed by its diversity. While cities like Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh City are exciting, they can also be overwhelming. Many people find peace in the quiet Vietnamese countryside. This article from VIETNAM VISA ONLINE offers insights into these serene regions and the authentic rural life.

Oct 01, 2020

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