10 reasons why Western tourists love Vietnam

Using their real travel experiences, Jack and Jenn revealed 10 reasons why Western tourists love Vietnam.

Globalgrasshopper - a global information site for independent travelers recently published a detailed article about why tourists love Vietnam. The article was written by Jack and Jenn - two famous travel bloggers from Who Needs Maps, sharing the reasons why you should visit Vietnam once in your life.

1. Cuisine

Vietnam is a foodie’s paradise. With its French influence, Vietnamese food is some of the freshest that Jack and Jenn have had in Asia. Who would have thought that French baguettes would be available in Vietnam? And they are, and they’re delicious. From banh mi to pho to spring rolls, Vietnamese food is absolutely amazing.

2. Opportunity to explore

You may not expect much, but Vietnam is truly full of things to do. Explore the canyons of Da Lat, sail in Ha Long Bay, experience the rice fields of Sapa or sand dune sliding in Mui Ne. You can try riding a motorbike or even crossing the street in Vietnam is a real adventure. There is so much to explore in this beautiful land, you will never feel bored.

3. UNESCO recognized scenic spots

Vietnam’s landscapes are a blend of nature and history, many of which have been fortunate enough to be listed as UNESCO World Heritage Sites. Ha Long Bay, Phong Nha National Park (with the world’s largest cave), Hoi An Ancient Town, My Son Sanctuary and the Imperial City of Hue are just a few of the highlights. Vietnam impresses tourists with its unique beauty.

4. Restaurants with plastic chairs

Where can you find plastic chairs? All over Vietnam from Hanoi to Ho Chi Minh City, on every street corner, you can find them. They are small tables and a few plastic chairs where you can enjoy delicious food and drink beer at surprisingly cheap prices. A beer here costs only 0.25 USD. It is also a great way to meet friends.

5. Cheap draft beer

$0.25 for a beer is too cheap to imagine. The weather in Vietnam is extremely hot, so there is nothing better than drinking a cold beer.

6. Great coffee

Did you know that Vietnam is the second largest coffee producer in the world? Vietnam has a unique coffee culture. Everything from filter coffee, instant coffee, latte, milk coffee and even yogurt coffee, their flavors are all delicious beyond words. Don't miss out on coffee in Vietnam, just mentioning Vietnamese coffee makes people crave it.

7. Convenient for travel

Vietnam is a popular tourist destination and in recent years, getting around Vietnam has become incredibly easy and convenient. There are trains and buses running from north to south, and there are also boats to visit the islands at extremely affordable prices. Travel costs in Vietnam are affordable for all tourists, and you can stop wherever you want. Jack and Jenn even have friends who have traveled all over Vietnam by motorbike, which sounds interesting.

8. Fascinating museums and history

Vietnam has a long history and culture. You can visit museums to learn about them. You can visit the Hanoi open prisons, the Temple of Literature, the War Museum, the Vietnam Army Museum, the Cu Chi tunnels, all of which contain a part of the history of the Vietnamese people, very worth exploring.

9. Growing and dynamic cities

Motorbikes are everywhere. Markets are always crowded. Street food is on every corner. You can feel the energy spreading everywhere when walking in the city. People here are very friendly, they often gather to chat with each other. The smell of food is extremely delicious. You can even see a family of several people sitting on a motorbike. It is difficult to explain but when you come here, you will understand the bustling atmosphere and see how wonderful Vietnam is.

10. Medical services

At that time, one of the two injured his hand when an air conditioner fan fell on him while he was sleeping. He was then transferred to the hospital for immediate treatment and had to get a few stitches. The total cost was only about 10 USD (200,000 VND). The hospital also thoroughly checked his health for a week before allowing the blogger to continue on to another place. The doctors and nurses also gave him bandages, scar cream and said that "he is still very handsome". With 10 USD and a compliment like that, a day in the hospital is not necessarily too bad. The two bloggers shared this experience in their article.

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