Vietnam

Exploring this destination will leave you with a lasting and memorable impression. The country's colourful history adds to the diversity and people have finally begun to look at the country from another perspective, now that travelers and tourists from the West are being welcomed into what was once a forbidden country it will indeed draw you into its culture and sights. Ho Chi Minh City also known as Saigon is located in the South of Vietnam. The city centre is situated on the banks of the Saigon river and like any city it is buzzing with restaurants, nightlife and extensive shopping. The expansive Mekong Delta is a definite must see and take the opportunity to immerse yourself with the spectacular war tunnels at Cu Chi. Heading north you can fly across the exotic cinematic coastline or simply enjoy the scenery via train where you can arrive at the quaint former harbour town of Hoi An. An immediate ambience can be felt that will help you unwind and leave you feeling truly relaxed. The atmosphere and timeless beaches truly deliver a vision of symphony which is sure to redefine your thoughts on Vietnam. ... read more

Because of the distinct geographical features of Vietnam, the best time to go varies depending on which area you are visiting. The opposing monsoon seasons generally means that no matter what time of year you go, there will be some good weather somewhere! The North - is cooler than the rest of the country because of the mountainous area. November through to April can see the odd freeze and snow in the northern-most parts and whilst the other areas are cool at this time, it is definitely more bearable than the high-humidity of May through to October. The Central Coast - The warmer weather here is surprisingly through the winter months, with the wetter and colder weather usually from November through to May. This area often experiences storms and typhoons from July through to November so this is a good time to avoid. The South - is hot and steamy all year round with temperatures ranging from 21-32 degrees Celsius. March to May is usually hot and dry and the summer months are hot, humid and rainy. NOTE: January and February is an extremely busy time in Vietnam due to the Tet holiday which is like Christmas and New Year all rolled into one. Transport is tight and hotels are often fully booked.

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