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Traditional wooden boats floating on the Thu Bon River during a Hoi An river boat ride at night, illuminated by colorful lanterns and a glowing moon.
Hoi An

Hoi An River Boat Ride: 2026 Prices, Times & Complete Guide

The Thu Bon River is the heart of Hoi An after dark. Colorful wooden boats drift past lantern-lined banks, and for most visitors, taking a Hoi An river boat ride becomes one of the defining memories of their stay. But

Vishal standing at the edge of the still water at Khe Tan Reservoir during a quiet day trip from Hoi An.
Hoi An

Best Day Trip From Hoi An: Khe Tan Reservoir (2026 Guide)

Most visitors spend all their time in Hoi An’s Ancient Town. Lanterns, the river, the Japanese Covered Bridge, and not much beyond that. If you’re staying more than a couple of days, one of the best day trip from Hoi

A traveler cycling along the waterfront on Cam Kim Island with traditional Vietnamese fishing boats docked in the background.
Hoi An

Cam Kim Island Guide 2026: Hoi An’s Quiet Countryside Escape

Most visitors to Hoi An never leave the Ancient Town. They walk the lantern streets, cross the Japanese Covered Bridge, eat at a riverside restaurant, and consider the town seen. Just across the river from Hoi An, a short bridge

Aerial drone view of the peaceful Khu Du Lich Sinh Thai Khe Tan reservoir, one of the best hidden places in Hoi An to escape the tourist crowds.
Hoi An

Hidden Places in Hoi An: 5 Spots Beyond the Old Town

Most visitors to Hoi An spend one or two days walking the Ancient Town, taking photos of the lanterns, and moving on to the next city on their route. I stayed nine days. And somewhere around day four, I started

A slow traveler standing on the quiet dam of Khe Tan reservoir, a hidden gem featured in this Hoi An travel guide for slow travelers.
Hoi An

Hoi An Travel Guide for Slow Travelers 2026: Beyond the Lanterns

Most people spend one or two days in Hoi An before moving on to their next destination. I stayed for nine. That extra time completely changed how I experienced the city. Beyond the lantern-lit streets and popular attractions, I found

Vietnam Entry Rules 2026 featuring the illuminated twin towers of Tháp Tứ Ân in Ninh Bình, Vietnam
Vietnam

New Vietnam Entry Rules (July 2026): What Travelers Need to Know

If you’ve been planning a trip to Vietnam recently, you’ve probably come across headlines about new Vietnam Entry Rules 2026 coming into effect from 1 July. Many travel websites reported that all international visitors would need to complete a mandatory

A stunning drone view of lush green landscapes in Vietnam, the ultimate travel destination featured in this complete Vietnam e-Visa guide.
Vietnam

Vietnam e-Visa Guide: How to Apply Without Making Common Mistakes

Applying for a Vietnam e-Visa is straightforward once you know the process. But small mistakes, a blurry photo, a mismatched name, applying too late, delay a lot of travelers and cause unnecessary stress before a trip. This Vietnam e-Visa Guide