Southeast Asia Travel Guide

Tasting traditional and local food is one of things to do when you travel around and Hanoi has been known for a long time as the paradise of authentic cuisine. Here is a list of best Hanoi restaurants that visitors must try to taste not only the traditional Vietnamese foods but also exploring restaurants space surroundings. Hanoi proud to present some excellent restaurants to explain why Vietnamese food is adored all over the world. This would be your most exciting cuisine adventure as you will see the cultural connection and influences of France and China but still has native unique feature. Let’s discover top of best Hanoi restaurants now! 1.Green Tangerine – 48 Hang Be Street Located in the Old Quarter of Hanoi, which is a simple stroll from a huge number of hotels. Green Tangerine reminds us about a bistro found in the back alleys of Paris. The chef uses French cooking technique but also preserved the traditional taste of Vietnamese, this combination will make you feel ...

We arrived to Hanoi , Vietnam via airplane. The 40-minute ride from the airport to the city in a minibus cost ₫100,000(Vietnamese Dong)(approximately 4.50 USD) per person. However, the 40 minute ride, turned into two hours, after waiting to fill the minibus and dropping others off. If you do not have the time to wait, you can take a taxi for around ₫400,000. If you are traveling to Hanoi with three or four people, remember this means the taxi is equivalently priced as waiting for a minibus.  We arrived in the evening, so we just walked around neighborhood to check out the the mini shops, where you can find pretty much anything.  Hoan Kiem Lake The next day we woke up early and left to the Hoan Kiem Lake. The lake itself is dirty but has tons of shops around the edges, as well as great picture opportunities across the lake. In the middle of the lake is Turtle Tower, a small temple which you cannot access.  Jade Mountain Temple The lake also has a ...

Chiang Mai is Thailand’s rose of the north. It is filled with artists, great food, forests, and animals. Chiang Mai isn’t for everyone. Life is very laid back and people are friendly. It is a great place to visit after the bustle of a city like Bangkok to unwind and take a breath of fresh air. While slow, it is noted as being a city full of adventure. There are numerous rappelling-through-the-jungle excursions, white water rafting, ATVs, jungle trekking, and of course, elephants. #1 Elephant Nature Park Chiang Mai is loaded with elephant camps, but none is as well-known as the Elephant Nature Park. Comprised of mostly rescue elephants, it differs greatly from many of the other camps in the region who are criticised for treating these magnificent animals poorly and overworking them. Visitors flock from all over the world to spend a day volunteering to feed and bathe the elephants. The experience as a whole is phenomenally educational. Not only do you get to spend time up clos...

Although best known for the stunning ruins of Angkor, the town of Siem Reap is full of temples, ruins, canals and reservoirs, making up one of the most important archeological sites in Southeast Asia! So it’s no wonder that travelers are attracted here by the thousands. With the amount of traffic coming in increasing, this town has stepped up its game and become quite the tourist destination. Many travelers flock here to experience these magnificent ruins but then leave before exploring the rest of Siem Reap, why? This tiny town may be lacking in size, but it by no means lacks in history and entertainment. Packed with hostels and hotels, day and night tours, plenty of delicious food and night time parties, there is a lot more beyond Angkor. To help you get the most out of this tourist wonderland, here’s our top list of things to see and do. Things to Do in Siem Reap, Cambodia Explore the Stunning Angkor Wat You can’t have a top things to do list in Siem Reap wi...

You have only 1 day in Kuala Lumpur ? Relax, I've got you covered! This itinerary includes the best sights and things to do in Kuala Lumpur. Enjoy Malaysia's capital in 24 hours! There is no other city in Asia that I have visited more often than Kuala Lumpur, also known as KL. Malaysia's capital is one of the biggest airline hubs in Asia, and home to Malaysia Airlines and Air Asia. Everyone who flies these airlines will most probably stop in KL at some point. Some people might only rush through the airport or stay nearby in a hotel, but I urge you to turn your stopover into a layover and enjoy this fascinating city! Kuala Lumpur is a Malaysian city on the cutting edge of modernity. With massive skyscrapers, upscale shopping, and a technologically-driven culture, the big city is heaven for trendsetters and trend-seekers. Yet despite its fast-forward vibe, Kuala Lumper is still very much connected to its roots. The city is made up of many ethnic groups, espec...

One of the advantages of living in Asia is easy access to exotic destinations. I can just choose a place and get there quickly and cheaply. This month the time came for my border run and I thought hard where to go. Finally, after checking ticket prices and thinking of places I hadn’t been before, I decided to go to Vang Vieng in Laos. It was close enough to get there by bus from Chiang Mai , tickets were cheap and the town was a great place to relax and unwind – perfect! I fell in love with Vang Vieng and really didn’t want to leave. It could easily become a place, where I go whenever I have a few days off. I loved everything about it: the scenery, food, bars and even the uneven, dusty streets. I’m looking forward to my next visit there. About Vang Vieng Vang Vieng is a small town, located around 2 hours north of the capital of Laos, Vientiane. It’s surrounded by picturesque, green mountains and the The Nam Song river, which slowly flows through the town. Vang Vieng was onc...

Related Post: A Lanna masterpiece From river markets to tropical orchards: Take a taste of Vietnam's Tien Giang Two rooftop cafes to take your breath away in Hoi An It may surprise you to learn (it certainly did me) that Hua Hin has a winery – and a very good one at that. A comfortable half hour drive out of the city, the boutique Hua Hin Hills Vineyard produces some quality Monsoon Valley wines that are often found in five-star hotels and restaurants around Thailand. Built on a former elephant corral, the vineyard is relatively small in comparison to Australian establishments but what it lacks in size it makes up for in style. Sitting on the terrace and looking out over the vineyard while enjoying a delicious lunch (accompanied by a few tasters, naturally) was just a joyous way to spend a few hours. The food is as good as the wine so bring your appetite and just revel in the surroundings. Another great place to kick back and relax is SeenSpace, described as the ...