According to The Sydney Morning Herald, Ho Chi Minh City in Vietnam is a popular destination for travelers looking to escape the winter doldrums and enjoy a great winter holiday. Guests can immerse themselves in the vibrant street food scene, tasting the spice and flavors of Vietnamese cuisine. The city’s bustling streets offer opportunities to explore, drink coffee with locals, and shop in trendy boutiques. The nightlife in Ho Chi Minh City is also recommended, with sophisticated bars and nightspots that showcase the city’s smart and upwardly mobile atmosphere.
The article also suggests a 15-day “Magnificent Mekong” river cruise as a great option for winter travel. This cruise, which takes place during the hottest time of the year, provides the perfect opportunity to relax, wear shorts, and enjoy a cold beer while exploring bustling river-port towns in Vietnam and visiting the stunning temples of Angkor Wat in Cambodia. The cruise culminates with a side trip to Hanoi and Ha Long Bay.
In addition to Ho Chi Minh City, the article recommends other metropolises for winter travel. Wellington in New Zealand, Bangkok in Thailand, Singapore, and Melbourne in Australia are among the suggested destinations that offer a mix of activities, relaxation, and respite.
Con Dao island named Asia’s paradise sea: CNN
NDO/VNA – Boasting crystal turquoise sea and a placid atmosphere, Con Dao island in the southern province of Ba Ria – Vung Tau has been named by the US Cable News Network (CNN) as one of Asia’s paradise seas.
Ho Chi Minh City tourism strives to become spearhead economic sector
NDO—The Ho Chi Minh City Party Committee held a conference on March 8 to disseminate and implement the Politburo’s resolution on developing tourism into a spearhead economic sector.
Hanoi, HCM City see good growth of tourism revenue
NDO – In the first ten months of 2016, the revenue of Ho Chi Minh City’s tourism industry amounted to VND80 trillion while Hanoi’s reached over VND50 trillion.
Lonely Planet names Con Dao among best destinations in Asia
NDO – Travel website Lonely Planet has named Vietnam’s Con Dao Islands as one of the top ten places to visit in the next 12 months.
Ho Chi Minh City launches programme on stimulating tourism
NDO – The Ho Chi Minh City Department of Tourism launched a programme on stimulating tourism in December and 2019, promising to bring fresh experiences for visitors travelling to the city.
