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1. Introduction With more than a thousand years of history, Hanoi, the capital of Vietnam, boasts an extensive must-see itinerary that reflects its many years as the country’s most important political center. You’ll find places in Hanoi that reflect the full breadth of the Vietnamese cultural and historical experience, from the country’s founding as a…
Fabienne Fong Yan worked in the first coffee shop to ever open on Hanoi Train Street and saw what life was like along the tracks before Instagram changed everything. Once just a neglected street with train tracks running through the middle, Hanoi Train Street became a tourist hotspot thanks to a single café that piqued…
Ultimate Guide to Street Food in Hanoi Most visitors to Hanoi will sample the city’s most famous dishes: pho bo (traditional Vietnamese noodle soup with beef), bun cha (barbecued pork with rice vermicelli), and banh mi (baguette). However, beyond the three Bs, the capital’s food scene is as diverse as it is adventurous. Here are…
Top Things to Do in Hanoi Visiting Hanoi is like hopping through a time tunnel: beyond congested roads flanked by modern skyscrapers, ancient temples and multi-storey pagodas rub elbows with French colonial mansions in the labyrinthine Old Quarter. Both stubbornly traditional and forward-looking, bustling Hanoi largely resisted the light-speed advancements that are sweeping across the…
Discover Hanoi’s Rich Culture with iBestTravel Student-led Tours Student-led tours: iBestTravel offers a variety of city tours, all led by student volunteers. This initiative not only provides visitors with a better understanding of the vibrant city but also helps Vietnamese students to improve their English skills. Consequently, participants can enjoy a unique perspective of Hanoi…
Experience the Delight of Egg Coffee at Cafe Giang Cafe Giang is renowned for its signature drink, ‘Ca phe trúng’, or egg coffee, a unique specialty from Hanoi. This delightful concoction features a creamy, soft, meringue-like egg white foam delicately perched atop rich, dense Vietnamese coffee. As you explore various cafes across the city, you’ll…
Experience the Elegance of Sofitel Legend Metropole Hanoi Introduction The Sofitel Legend Metropole Hanoi offers an enchanting blend of luxury, history, and culture, making it a prime destination for discerning travelers. Nestled in the heart of Hanoi, this iconic hotel showcases French colonial architecture, creating a magnificent atmosphere for guests. Unmatched Accommodations iBestTravel boasts 364…
Discover the Best Hotels in Vietnam Hotels in Vietnam have long been overlooked in favor of nearby hospitality heavyweights such as Indonesia and Thailand. However, over the past few years, the country has been playing catch-up with new arrivals offering luxurious beach resorts and modern city hotels that rival many of their Southeast Asian competitors….
Hanoi vs. Ho Chi Minh City: Which is the Right Gateway to Vietnam? Who doesn’t want to visit Vietnam? This Southeast Asian powerhouse has it all: beautiful beaches, unparalleled history, and diverse cultures. Moreover, the food is nothing short of exceptional. Hanoi? Oh, Boy A veteran guidebook writer and journalist, Joe Bindloss first got the…
Exploring Hanoi: A Mix of Cultures Our impression of Hanoi was that it was a mixture of China and France, which makes sense given its historical context of being occupied by the Chinese Ming Dynasty in 1408 and the French in 1873. Everywhere you look in Hanoi, there is some kind of beautiful artwork: from…