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Hue was the capital of Vietnam for nearly 150 years during feudal times (1802 – 1945).  The long history of royal lifestyle and custom made Hue cuisine inevitably the most refined of all among Vietnamese culinary traditions. The Hue traditional food reflects well the elegance and courtesy of Hue people. First-time travelers to Hue? Check out here our list of top Hue traditional dishes that everyone should try at least once when they visit Hue. List… read more

Beside Vietnam, Thailand is renowned for its food among countries in South East Asia. Explore what’s best in Thai cuisine, and go beyond to the truly local and authentic food of our favorite destination of Thailand. Explore what’s best traditional food in Hue – Vietnam Find out the most loved street food in Saigon – Vietnam 1. Tom yum goong – Spicy shrimp soup This well-known soup, which comes from the country’s central region, can awake… read more

Halong Bay is an incredible landscape. A trip to Vietnam will not be completed without spending your time to explore around here. However, looking for the best cruise in Halong Bay might be confusing and overwhelming by the countless options out there. ALO Travel Asia has recently reviewed all of them. We’ve narrowed down to five cruises that we recommend, which are picked based on their itineraries, price and experience. Now, let’s dive in our list… read more

Discover the enchanting city of Hoi An and indulge in a variety of unforgettable activities. As a former bustling trading port in Southeast Asia, Hoi An offers a plethora of attractions, accommodations, dining options, shopping opportunities, and entertainment. Dive deep into the array of extraordinary encounters that this city has in store for you, and let them weave a tapestry of cherished moments that will stand the test of time. The Most Popular Activities in Hoi… read more

In an effort to promote tourism and facilitate more accessible travel to Vietnam, the government has implemented a new law, the new Visa Policy 2023. This exciting development aims to attract more visitors to experience Vietnam’s diverse culture, natural beauty, and warm hospitality. Here, you will find up-to-date information on visa restrictions, policy changes, and relevant announcements that impact visitors to Vietnam. Key changes: Approval of a new visa policy in Vietnam on August 14, 2023… read more

Cambodia is such a must-see country while visiting Indochina. Travelers often include both Vietnam and Cambodia into one trip to experience the best things at once. To transfer to Cambodia from Vietnam, we have various options to choose, depending on each person’s interests, budget and liking. On this blog, we would like to share with you some info and ways to get to the country. Air The fastest and most convenient mean of transport, of course,… read more

Launched April 2019, The Oriental Jade Hotel has become one of the first-class boutique hotel in Hanoi Old Quarter, Vietnam with 5-star customer service. The travel expert team of ALO Travel Asia had chance to inspect The Oriental Jade Hotel, the latest luxury boutique hotel in Hanoi Old Quarter back in May 2019, one month right after the hotel’s grand-opening. When we arrived, what firstly amazed us was the prime location of this hotel, only 170m walk… read more

Thinking of Cambodia, the thing may pop up immediately maybe Angkor Wat – one of seven new wonders of the world that has been recognized by UNESCO. With two days in Siem Reap, we can visit most of the highlights inside the Angkor Complex. Our plan for the visit was: Day 1: Siem Reap – Angkor Complex Day 2: Siem Reap – Banteay Srei – Rolous group Day 1: Siem Reap – Angkor Complex That morning,… read more

What is the best souvenir from Vietnam? What represents the country most? And what will serve as a valuable reminder for your time here? Read ahead for the top ten beautiful souvenirs from Vietnam. 1. Non La Non La (palm-leaf conical hat) is a traditional symbol of Vietnamese, they also use the conical hat to fan off the heat of summer and protect us from sun, rain or rough wind. The legend of the Vietnamese Non… read more

Get outside and read a book this summer. (Heribert Proepper/AP) There’s no better time than summer to lounge around with a good book. Whether you’re fresh out of college or a little older and wiser, there’s a story out there that’s perfect for you. Goodreads rounded up the best books to read this summer across a number of genres: fiction, young adult, nonfiction, historical fiction, romance, and fantasy and science fiction. In order to create the list, Goodreads picked the books… read more