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Top 12 Must Try Experience Activities In Hoi An

Sep 11, 2023

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

Where are the best local street food in Hanoi Old Quarter?

Apr 2, 2023

Update: Feb 2025 Hanoi – Heaven of street foods ranging from snacks to main dishes that get you full up all night or sweet deserts for desert lovers. Everyone can find their favourite when strolling around Hanoi’s Old Quarter. All the best street food is being sold here, and you can’t try it all in one day. I’m sure of this since there are too many good things to choose from. Let’s see some of our… read more

Top Restaurants for lunch and dinner in Hanoi Old Quarter

Feb 1, 2025

Sitting on low plastic stools and enjoying Hanoi’s street food is certainly fun and amusing. However, if you want to have dinner or lunch in a great restaurant serving authentic Vietnamese food or a fusion of Vietnamese and some other countries’ influences in a cosy, pretty ambience, we have a list of those restaurants for you to select from. Each one below is unique and a little bit “wild,” but it’s all delicious. 1. Tam Vi… read more

Updated Vietnam Visa Policy: Everything You Need to Know Starting August 15th

Feb 8, 2025

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

Best Halong Bay Cruises 2024

Feb 10, 2023

Halong Bay is an incredible landscape. A trip to Vietnam will not be completed without spending your time exploring the area. 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 of… read more

05 Best Spas In Saigon

Nov 16, 2017

When in Saigon and getting tired after the long adventure, we’ve all been there! Finding a nice place to relax, treating yourself with nice massage and sauna seems kind of difficult as Saigon has too many places to choose from. Thus, with that in mind, we present to you 05 top spas so you can have easy time picking the suitable choice without wasting too much time and effort. Temple leaf Spa – 32 Thai Van… read more

Hanoi Train street coffee – how to get there

Apr 7, 2023

? Train street is a narrow railway track running through the densely populated residential area in the Old Quarter of Hanoi, Vietnam. It has become a popular tourist attraction. However, in recent years, due to safety concerns, the local authorities have restricted access to certain parts of the street. ? It’s not just about the moment the train passing by, the local life around here is interesting and the area itself has its own charm. Make… read more

BUN CHA – THE GREAT OLD THING and OBAMA’S FEVER

Sep 17, 2016

Bun Cha has long been in a list of most favorite food by Vietnamese people. You can see them eating Bun Cha at any time of the day whether it’s morning or late at night. The grilled meat eating together with vermicelli rice noodles originates in Hanoi for more than 60 years ago and still standing strong. The combination of meats, rice noodles, fresh herbs and sweet broth can easily satisfy anyone likes. Although its reputation… read more

5 things to yearn for when Hanoi autumn is breezing out your doorsteps

Sep 28, 2016

Blackboard tree (Milk tree) The tree is Ha noi autumn’s symbol in citizens’ minds. You can smell the blackboard fragrance in almost every corner of Hanoi’s streets. The Blackboards are being planted scattered to avoid the strong smell since its heavy scent can cause the whole neighborhood dizzy and allergic. However, there will not be a Hanoi’s autumn night without wandering the street in breezing atmosphere with the sweet smell of blackboard softly flying in the… read more

Bun Thang ( Hot rice noodle)

Oct 14, 2016

The name Yes, Hanoi is a paradise of noodles. You can’t count how many kinds of noodle that Hanoi proudly has. However, to my opinion, the special, signature noodle that you can only find the best in Hanoi is Bun Thang. The “Thang” in its name origins from the way the dish is prepared. Because it takes so many ingredients to perfect the dish that people link the process  to the process of old Vietnamese pharmacists… read more

Must-try street food in Hanoi: Bun Dau Mam Tom

Nov 21, 2016

The famous noodle that not every foreigner would have a bravery to try because the smell of the shrimp sauce. But we Vietnamese love it since behind the smell (which is unavoidable) the taste is pretty sweet and the combination of rice noodle, soya cheese and shrimp sauce brings joy to your mouth The name Noodles are the pride of Vietnamese people; we have hundred kinds of noodles in 54 provinces and cities. They mostly are… read more

Vietnamese Street Food – What are the best dishes in Saigon?

Jan 10, 2023

What are the most popular Vietnamese Street Food in Saigon and where to find them? In this blog, you may find 05 popular Street food dishes in Vietnam’s most bustling city.  Food plays a big part in Vietnamese culture. In fact, almost every aspect of social and family life revolves around either producing or sharing a tasty meal from North to South. Especially is street food in Saigon. Here are 05 Vietnamese Street food that will give… read more

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