Relaxing rustic beachfront resort on a remote island.

Ruins of Champa kingdom in central Vietnam.

Touristy little town with well-preserved historic architecture.

Scenic drive from Hue to Hoi An via Hai Van pass: scenery and Buddhist sights.

Imperial tombs of Vietnam’s last ruling dynasty on the outskirts of Hue city.

Former citadel of Vietnam’s last imperial dynasty.

2 days 1 night cruise in scenic Halong Bay, one of the most visited sites in Vietnam.

Buddhist sacred site that can be visited on a day trip from Hanoi.

Temple of Literature is one of the main tourist attractions in Hanoi.

In March 2016 I made a 2 week trip to Vietnam, crossing the country from north to south. Hanoi, the capital, was my entry point, and it was here that I got my very first taste of Vietnam.