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A stunning aerial view of numerous boats in a tranquil coastal bay surrounded by hills.
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Destinations

Hon Son Island: The Southern Island That Phu Quoc Used to Be

Hon Son sits in the Gulf of Thailand between Rach Gia and Nam Du — small, unhurried, and almost entirely off the package-tour radar.

Jun 21, 20264 min readsouth
Aerial view of Phan Thiet's vibrant coastline with boats and hills, offering a serene landscape.
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Destinations

Hon Son Island: The Quiet Alternative to Phu Quoc That Most Visitors Skip

Hon Son sits in the Gulf of Thailand between Rach Gia and Nam Du — small, unhurried, and still largely off the tourist circuit. Here's how to do it right.

Jun 21, 20264 min readsouth
From above of blue starfish on reef with various Acropora corals growing underwater of shallow ocean in daylight
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Destinations

Cu Lao Cham: the Snorkel-and-Fishing-Village Day Trip from Hoi An

Cu Lao Cham sits 18km off Hoi An — a marine-protected archipelago where you can swim, snorkel, and eat grilled fish in a village that still runs on fishing boats.

Jun 17, 20264 min readcentral
Vibrant fishing boats anchored with a city skyline and mountains in the background.
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Destinations

Bich Dam and Hon Mot: Nha Trang's Quietest Islands

While the daily boat-tour circuit crowds Mun and Tam islands, Bich Dam and Hon Mot sit largely ignored — and that's exactly why they're worth the extra planning.

Jun 15, 20265 min readcentral
Serene beach with lush green hills under a bright sky, capturing tranquility.
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Food & Drink

Ham Ninh Fishing Village: Tiny Blue Crabs and the Real Phu Quoc

Ham Ninh is the east-coast fishing village that most visitors to Phu Quoc skip entirely — which is exactly why you should go, especially for the tiny steamed blue crabs.

May 26, 20264 min readsouth
Silhouette of a fisherman with a motorcycle on Vũng Tàu Beach at sunrise, capturing daily life in Vietnam.
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Destinations

Bien Quynh, Nghe An: A Traveler's Guide to Central Vietnam's Quiet Coast

Bien Quynh is a low-key stretch of coast in Nghe An that most foreign visitors skip entirely. Here's what to expect and whether it's worth the detour.

May 25, 20267 min readcentral
Stunning aerial view of green terraced rice fields nestled in a picturesque mountainous valley.
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Destinations

Phu Yen What to Do: A Traveler's Guide to Central Vietnam's Quietest Coast

Phu Yen is often skipped by tourists rushing between Da Nang and Saigon. That's precisely why it's worth a stop: empty beaches, uncrowded temples, and a fishing culture that hasn't been packaged for Instagram.

May 25, 20266 min readcentral
Explore the rustic charm of an old brick wall in Bắc Ninh, decorated with flags.
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Destinations

Ca Mau: What to Do — A Traveler's Guide to the Southernmost City

Ca Mau is Vietnam's southernmost province, a flat and watery landscape where mangroves, birdlife, and fishing culture dominate. Here's what's actually worth your time—and what to skip.

May 24, 20266 min readsouth
Workers with conical hats drying fish on a sunny beach by the ocean.
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Food & Drink

Goi Ca Trich Phu Quoc: The Raw Herring Salad of Vietnam's Island

Goi ca trich is Phu Quoc's answer to ceviche — razor-fresh herring tossed with coconut, peanuts, and herbs, eaten wrapped in rice paper at the island's fishing villages.

May 15, 20264 min readsouth
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