Vietnam's Ha Long Bay: A True Surrealistic Watercolor

Descending the steep, narrow plank, inch by inch, hand over hand along the long pole, I thought: “This better be one hell of a cave!” Exploring the other-worldly interior of Hang Trong Cave was to be one of many surreal experiences I was to have traveling along Ha...

Heaven in Hanoi at the Sofitel Metropole

The The Metropole has always been the place to stay in Hanoi. Legends of the rich and famous, as well royalty, have made it their home. Located in the heart of Hanoi, it’s near the city’s Old Quarter. The hotel opened in 1901, although if the research is...

Welcome to Ho Chi Minh City, or to many, Saigon

Karen Fawcett, our intrepid traveler, is back in Asia. On this trip she has decided to head to Vietnam. Here is her report on the road, so to speak. She has just landed this weekend. Welcome to Vietnam. It’s now possible to get a visa when you arrive at the...