The Best Vietnam Travel Guide Books of All Time

Are you planning your next travel adventure and searching for the hidden gems that only the locals know?This book will take you on a journey through Vietnam - one of Southeast Asia’s most vibrant and affordable countries - exploring some of the must-see sights but also in pursuit of what’s not yet written in the standard travel guides, and hopefully provides you with some inspiration to travel more on your own terms. Written in the form of short stories, this book shares the real-life experiences of a female backpacker traveling solo, as she immerses herself in the local culture of Vietnam.

Through these adventures, you’ll get a glimpse into how she connected with a destination through its people and food and uncovered the best kept secrets. Vietnamese hospitality went above and beyond: the locals crafted a private farm tour and let her experience working in the field, introduced her to their favorite street food vendors, and shared stories that they weren’t supposed to speak openly about due to government censorship. Best of all, the core elements of this immersive approach can be applied to any travel experience, whether it’s a study abroad program, a short vacation, or a round-the-world trip. So if you’re ready to be inspired to take the road less traveled and dive deeper into your next adventure, this book is the perfect companion for you. In this book, you’ll learn:. How to discover the joys of traveling solo with confidence and without feeling lonely.What it feels like to explore a new place without a set itinerary and welcome deviations which may lead to novel and exciting experiences.How to meet and connect with the locals and gain insider knowledge to their favorite spots away from touristy areas.The secret ingredient to cooking the most delicious bowl of pho (Vietnamese soup noodles).Which activities are absolute musts, which you can skip, and how to create your own unique adventures with the help of locals from hiking in remote villages to swimming in caves, exploring rural areas by motorcycle with a guide, designing custom-made clothing, or working in a kitchen. These authentic interactions with locals add a new level of appreciation for a country, help ease your fears of traveling to a new place and help you learn more about yourself. Get ready to be spontaneous, explore new horizons, and create unforgettable memories that will stay with you forever. If you’d like Discovering Vietnam with the Locals to inspire you to make your dream trip a reality, scroll up and hit the “buy” button. See you inside! About the Author. Larissa Tan is a seasoned traveler who has lived on 3 different continents and in 5 different cities, visited over 50 countries and backpacked around the world solo for a year. Traveling has brought her so much happiness and joy that she wants to encourage others to push their boundaries and embark on their journey of a lifetime.

Whether you want to cruise through Halong Bay, eat street food in Hanoi, or trek to rice terraces in Sapa, the local Fodor’s travel experts in Vietnam are here to help! Fodor’s Essential Vietnam guidebook is packed with maps, carefully curated recommendations, and everything else you need to simplify your trip-planning process and make the most of your time. This new edition has been fully-redesigned with an easy-to-read layout, fresh information, and beautiful color photos. Fodor’s “Essential” guides have been named by Booklist as the Best Travel Guide Series of 2020! Fodor’s Essential Vietnam travel guide includes:.

AN ILLUSTRATED ULTIMATE EXPERIENCES GUIDE to the top things to see and do MULTIPLE ITINERARIES to effectively organize your days and maximize your time MORE THAN 25 DETAILED MAPS to help you navigate confidently COLOR PHOTOS throughout to spark your wanderlust! HONEST RECOMMENDATIONS FROM LOCALS on the best sights, restaurants, hotels, nightlife, shopping, activities, side-trips, and more PHOTO-FILLED “BEST OF” FEATURES on “Vietnam’s Natural Wonders,” “Vietnam’s Pagodas” and more TRIP-PLANNING TOOLS AND PRACTICAL TIPS includingwhen to go, getting around, beating the crowds, and saving time and money HISTORICAL AND CULTURAL INSIGHTS providing rich context on the local people, politics, cuisine, geography and more SPECIAL FEATURES on “What to Watch and Read Before You Visit,” and “What to Eat and Drink” LOCAL WRITERS to help you find the under-the-radar gems Vietnamese LANGUAGE PRIMER with useful words and essential phrases UP-TO-DATE COVERAGE ON: Ho Chi Minh City, the Mekong Delta, Hanoi, Halong Bay, Hue, Sapa, Danag, Hoi An, Phu Quoc, Dalat, Nha Trang, Haiphong, and more. Planning on visiting Southeast Asia? Check out Fodor’s Thailand and Fodor’s In Focus Singapore. *Important note for digital editions: The digital edition of this guide does not contain all the images or text included in the physical edition. ABOUT FODOR'S AUTHORS : Each Fodor's Travel Guide is researched and written by local experts. Fodor’s has been offering expert advice for all tastes and budgets for over 80 years. For more travel inspiration, you can sign up for our travel newsletter at fodors.com/newsletter/signup, or follow us @FodorsTravel on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter. We invite you to join our friendly community of travel experts at fodors.com/community to ask any other questions and share your experience with us!

Whether you want to sample steaming bowls of pho at street food stalls in Hanoi, marvel colonial architecture in Ho Chi Minh City or take a cruise in picture-perfect Halong Bay, your DK Eyewitness travel guide makes sure you experience all that Vietnam has to offer. From dramatic mountain landscapes in Sapa to long stretches of pristine, palm-fringed sands on the east coast, Vietnam is strikingly beautiful. And with the country's rich history, delicious cuisine and welcoming cities, there is plenty for visitors to enjoy.

Our updated guide brings Vietnam to life, transporting you there like no other travel guide does with expert-led insights and advice, detailed breakdowns of all the must-see sights, photographs on practically every page, and our hand-drawn illustrations which place you inside the country's iconic buildings and neighbourhoods. DK Eyewitness Vietnam is your ticket to the trip of a lifetime. Inside DK Eyewitness Vietnam you will find:. - A fully-illustrated top experiences guide: our expert pick of Vietnam’s  must-sees and hidden gems. - Accessible itineraries to make the most out of each and every day. - Expert advice: honest recommendations for getting around safely, when to visit each sight, what to do before you visit, and how to save time and money. - Colour-coded chapters to every part of Vietnam, from Ho Chi Minh City to Hanoi. - Practical tips: the best places to eat, drink, shop and stay. - Detailed maps and walks to help you navigate the region country easily and confidently. - Covers: Ho Chi Minh City, Mekong Delta and Southern Vietnam, South Central Vietnam,Central Vietnam, Hanoi, Northern Vietnam, Excursion to Angkor. Travelling through Southeast Asia? Try our DK Eyewitness guides to Thailand, Cambodia and Laos, Malaysia and Singapore, and Bali and Lombok. About DK Eyewitness:. At DK Eyewitness, we believe in the power of discovery. We make it easy for you to explore your dream destinations. DK Eyewitness travel guides have been helping travellers to make the most of their breaks since 1993. Filled with expert advice, striking photography and detailed illustrations, our highly visual DK Eyewitness guides will get you closer to your next adventure. We publish guides to more than 200 destinations, from pocket-sized city guides to comprehensive country guides. Named Top Guidebook Series at the 2020 Wanderlust Reader Travel Awards, we know that wherever you go next, your DK Eyewitness travel guides are the perfect companion.