The U Minh Ha area of Ca Mau province is preparing to enter its “spring.” That’s what forest workers call the honey-harvesting season - when the rains cease, the cajeput trees burst into bloom, and migrating bee colonies return. What once depended entirely on nature has evolved into a recognized cultural-heritage profession. Local forest workers have turned trellis beekeeping into a stable source of income.
Pleiku welcomed me on a summer afternoon, when sunlight gently fell upon ancient rooftops nestled among modern buildings, and pine-covered hills intertwined with the cityscape. Standing at the Great Unity Square, I realized that Pleiku is unlike any other city, distinct from Da Lat, Buon Ma Thuot, or Gia Nghia. It possesses a unique charm: a harmonious blend of modernity and nostalgia, rich in a…
Con Dao prison is now a historical relic site and a popular tourist attraction on Con Dao island. Every brick, every iron bar, every inch of ground in the prison still bears a trace of the blood, sweat, and tears of the Vietnamese martyrs who sacrificed their lives for the nation’s independence.
After being recognized as one of the “Best Tourism Villages in the World 2025,” Quynh Son Village in Lang Son has captured the attention of travel enthusiasts and welcomed a growing number of visitors.
Located about 25 kilometers from Moc Chau Town in Son La Province, Suoi Bon sits in a quiet valley surrounded by mountains, terraced rice fields, and purple myrtle-covered hills. At an altitude of 800 to 1,000 meters above sea level, the area enjoys a cool climate year-round, averaging 20-25 degrees Celsius in summer.
Located in the middle of the vast forests in Tra Tap (formerly part of Nam Tra My District), the Tak Po cloud-hunting spot is gradually transforming into a community-based tourism village bearing the cultural imprint of the mountainous region.
Near the northernmost mountain peak of Vietnam, lies a small, peaceful village, where the Lo Lo ethnic people have been living for generations. Two weeks ago, this Lo Lo Chai village was recognized by UN Tourism as the “Best Tourism Village in the World 2025.”
From a once remote and pristine mountainous area, Ta Xua has transformed into one of Son La Province’s most popular tourist destinations. The growing interest in trekking has opened a new direction for community-based tourism, attracting visitors to explore nature and local culture.
As the golden sunlight of late autumn gives way to the gentle chill of early winter, the Yen Tu mountain range seems to don a new robe of tranquility. The autumn-winter season is often considered the most beautiful time of the year in Yen Tu, with its crisp air and clear skies, perfect for exploration, pilgrimage, or outdoor activities.
The southwestern sea is as blue as the eye can see, each white-capped wave follows the other and hits the side of the ship, creating a continuous, bustling sound. More than 60km from the mainland, in the middle of the vast ocean, the Nam Du island cluster gradually appears, like beautiful and peaceful blue gems.
Hanoi in the fall is the time when golden leaves and rich traditions come alive in a season full of charm and culture. Autumn is the most beautiful season of the year and in Hanoi, it casts a particularly poetic spell, gently transforming the capital into a landscape of golden foliage and cool breezes.
Situated at the foot of Mui Dien Cape in Hoa Xuan Commune, Dak Lak Province (formerly Phu Yen Province), Bai Mon Beach is famous for offering visitors the chance to see Vietnam’s earliest sunrise. Although it is small - about 400 meters long - the beach is prized for its pristine white sands, clear blue water, and tranquil vibe.