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With crisp, cool air, and misty mountain landscapes, Sapa is a perfect getaway this autumn. 

Our November 2024 Newsletter about:
1. Discovering the Charm of Sapa in November
2. Weather in Northern Vietnam This November
3. Explore New Tours:  Black Friday 2024

In the last days of the year, people who are far away from home hope to finish their work early to reunite with their families. Because everyone wants to gather with their family to wrap banh chung to offer to their ancestors and grandparents. For many generations, Banh Chung (Vietnamese square sticky rice cake) is the joy of Tet reunion and reunion, and it is Tet and Banh Chung is indispensable.

The Golden Ceremony also means welcoming wealth, luck, and prosperity to the family, giving the family a happy and prosperous new year.

In Vietnam, people believe that the three Kitchen Gods determine the family's fortune.

According to traditional national culture, on December 23 every year, families prepare a sumptuous feast to see off Land Genie and the Kitchen Gods to heaven.

Tet is coming! Soon after, every households in Vietnam will be decorated with all of their grandeur to bring in good luck, prosperity, and happiness coming in with the traditional Tet holiday. 

Let's climb up the mountain towards the rising sun with ERA in this new year!

We would like to take this opportunity to acknowledge you for supporting Explore Real Asia in the past year. We are thankful for the chance to serve you and would like to wish you a prosperous Christmas season.

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Vietnam has approved nine Covid-19 vaccines for emergency use in the country, according to the Ministry of Health.

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Quang Ninh is a large province located along the northeastern coast of Vietnam. The province is home to Ha Long Bay, a World Heritage Site. Quang Ninh has a common international border with the People’s Republic of China. Inland, north of province (Binh Lieu, Hai Ha districts and Mong Cai) borders Dongxing City and Fangcheng County in Guangxi Province, PRC with the borderline of 170 km. The province also borders Lang Son, Bac Giang and Hai Duong provinces to the west, and the city of Hai Phong to the south.

BY DOMINICK A.MERLE
SPECIAL TO TIMES-SHAMROCK
DOMINICK A.MERLE is co-founder of the International Food. Wine & Travel Writers Association and is based in Montreal.

ERA (Explore Real Asia) is a Destination Management Service bases in Hanoi, brought about by co-operation among committed travel profesionals in Vietnam, Laos, Cambodia and Myamar

Walking on the streets in Vietnam, you will surely suddenly encounter a crowd of hungry diners eating at the makeshift noodle shop. This dish is very simple. It consisting of broth, fresh pho, a few herbs and a few slices of chicken or beef, the typical dish. And most of the indigenous people eat this dish - it's easy to understand.

From fridge magnets printed with pho bowls to fake jade bracelets, there are full of cheap souvenirs from Vietnam for tourists. However, there are also a lot of unique ideas for souvenirs that both don't burn your bag and are not worthless enough to throw trash like anything else.

Coming to Lai Chau is to come to the majestic mountains of the country. Traveling here, you will have the opportunity to explore the famous peaks and passes of our country. There, you find yourself with a vast array of nature, majestic with mountain peaks and floating with white clouds.

Located in tropical regions, Vietnam has an ideal condition for a good deal of fruits with different colors and flavors to grow. Here is a list of 7 must-try fruits in Vietnam that are enjoyed not solely by local people but also by foreign tourists who have been to Vietnam.

Vietnam is a country with a Unique Culture in Southeast Asia, especially culinary culture. Here are 6 Delicious Must-try Vietnamese Drinks when traveling to this country.

Not only abroad, but the "tipping culture" in Vietnamese Restaurant has been popular in Vietnam in recent years, especially in large restaurants and hotels.

Vietnam street food and street vendors are a unique cultural feature of the Vietnamese community. It reflects the lifestyle and social development in Vietnam. For a long time, street food has been a need of urban people. The development of street food is an inevitable need of society, bringing many conveniences to consumers.

What is street food in Vietnamese? How much is Vietnamese street food? Extremely cheap and delicious, Vietnamese Street food is found in popular restaurants. Here, the stalls selling one-dish food, mainly women who sell, from mother to child. They present to guests the delicately handcrafted dishes. Here are 9 great Vietnamese street foods:

The cuisine has always been like an endless source of creativity for Vietnamese and each region has very unique cuisine features. Vietnamese cuisine has a lot of strange dishes that might surprise guests but they are actually very delicious and healthy. Here is a list of some of the most bizarre dishes in Vietnam.

Vietnamese cuisine has long been widely recognized. It has even become a pride of Vietnamese people. Not only do tourists love the unique taste, they also love the diversity. There are hundreds of dishes that are local specialties. Here is the list of must-try Vietnamese dishes that are tourists’ favorites.

Vietnam as well as other countries in the world have many holidays to celebrate, to commemorate and to mark important moments in history. However, there are also many people, especially the young generation, do not care much and remember all these anniversary.

Vietnam, like any other country, has various national holidays to celebrate its history and culture. Vietnamese people follow 2 types of calendars: the solar calendar and the lunar calendar. Thus, there are also 2 types of holidays. Let us guide you through some significant holidays you definitely have to know.

The climate in Southern Vietnam is somewhat different than the rest of the country. The weather is hot all year round and only a bit cooler in mountainous regions. There are 2 seasons: the dry and the wet season, similar to the weather in Central Vietnam but the differences between the 2 seasons are much clearer.

Due to the topographic differentiation, the weather changes in different parts of Central Vietnam. Thus, when is the right time to visit Central Vietnam becomes one of the most commonly asked questions to tourists. Let us help you answer the question with this article.

When should you go to Northern Vietnam? What kind of weather is ideal? These are the most common questions, but Northern Vietnam has a wide variety of weathers across the year. Let us find out about the different weather and activities in this area to have the best experience.

Coming to the beautiful Phu Quoc archipelago, we will enjoy countless delicious dishes from seafood. Along with ERA tour to discover Phu Quoc food  has something unique

Phu Quoc is a beautiful archipelago located deep in the Gulf of Thailand, Kien Giang province. In the southern waters of the country, Ngoc Phu Quoc Island - Vietnam's largest island, is also the largest of the 22 islands here. Clear seawater, peaceful streams, and much unique seafood are the great advantages of Phu Quoc Island

Con Dao (Ba Ria - Vung Tau province) is famous for its pristine beautiful beaches, fine white sand that captivates visitors. In addition, the air on the island is very fresh, like a paradise for relaxation, making this place a great destination for those who want to "hide" noisy, hustle life in the city.

You will fall in love with Da Lat from the first time you arrive because the land is as peaceful as the breath. The names that the land carries are like a city of flowers, a land of love, a city of sadness, dream city ... How to go and fully experience Da Lat, let's see the Dalat travel guide with Explore Real Asia

Known as the dreamy city, Da Lat becomes the ideal choice for domestic and international tourists. Traveling to Da Lat, you can travel everytime as Da Lat has comfortable weather year round. It will be great if you can explore all the fascinating tourist attractions of Dalat below.

If you want to "hide" the chaos of work in the prosperous city, or simply temporarily forget the bustle of the city, exploring the beauty of the countryside is undoubtedly an ideal choice. Chau Doc, the frontier city of An Giang province, will surely give you the sense of peace and comfort that you have been searching for.

Can Tho easily attracts someone by its beautiful uniqueness with warm and lovely people. Let's take note of the Can Tho travel experiences with Explore Real Asia, about accommodation, entertainment places, or where to eat Western specialties, which will be essential for your journey of discovering this amazing place.

To choose a means of transportation in Phu Quoc, the first thing you need to consider is the traffic situation and the traffic system in Phu Quoc. ERA TOUR wants to share with you some of the following information:

Quang Binh - a famous tourist city of Vietnam not only captivates people with its magnificent caves but also attracts many tourists by the appeal of the cuisine. In an article, ERA TOUR will take you to discover Foods in Quang Binh

Phong Nha Ke Bang National Park is a world natural heritage pristine landscape that nature has bestowed upon the people of Quang Binh, a land associated with historical heroic achievements. Here, the harmony of the primeval forest and the Son River, together with the dry caves and the water cave, create a fascinating ink painting. Here are some useful Phong Nha 2020 travel experiences, the information you need to know, Exploring Phong Nha-Ke Bang National Park

Nha Trang - a famous tourist city of Vietnam not only captivates people with beautiful beaches but also attracts many visitors by the appeal of cuisine. In an article, ERA TOUR will take you to discover Foods in Nha Trang

Nha Trang is a city in Khanh Hoa province and is one of the most beautiful coastal provinces in Vietnam. Travel to Nha Trang Vietnam and you will have a great experience with ERA TOUR.

Have you ever wondered what time to come to Phan Thiet is the most beautiful, and when we go there we will enjoy what local food? Here ERA TOUR would like to introduce to you the Overview of the weather and special food in Phan Thiet, Newest

Although Phan Thiet remains one of the busiest coastal cities in Vietnam, it maintains unique attractions from the bustle of urban development, making it the perfect getaway. same attendance but the places to visit in phan Thiet

Ben Tre, a peaceful countryside shaded by green coconut, is one of the ideal places for those who want to feel relaxed and away from busy, crowded urban areas to be back to the rustic country. Let's explore the most famous attractions that have come to Ben Tre with Explore Real Asia in the article below !

Ben Tre, a place associated with coconut candy, with a green garden, is a famous tourist attraction in Vietnam. The impression on Ben Tre is very simple, but extremely deep. If you are curious about the itinerary, about travel experience in Ben Tre, do not miss the following article!

When traveling to Mekong Delta My Tho and what means to visit, must be the question you are looking for. In this article, ERA TOUR will advise you on the above.

My Tho is a city in Tien Giang province, in the South of Vietnam's land strip S, and is also a famous tourist destination. In this article, ERA TOUR introduces you to places you can visit and local specialties. Experience My Tho Mekong Delta tourism.

Favored by nature with river terrain factors and fruit orchards and rice fields straight, the West is always an ideal destination for visitors to immerse themselves in nature, after Busy working days in noisy cities.

Due to the fact that the Mekong Delta has quite a lot of popular tourist destinations and you cannot explore in a day or two, Explore Real Asia will recommend outstanding destinations in the West so you can easily choose the destinations for your trip based on your preferences.

Coming to Ho Chi Minh City, traveling to Ho Chi Minh City, you cannot miss enjoying the local dishes here. In this article, we will introduce you to 10 dishes you must try in Saigon.

Saigon is the city of the most dynamic, vibrant, and bustling nation in the country. To clearly understand that unique combination of magnificent Saigon. Let's join ERA TOUR on the journey to discover this place fully and completely.

Compared with thousand years of civilization in Hanoi, Saigon is a young city, but occupies the first place in the vibrant and modern life rhythm. This city with all the most exciting activities is always attractive to visit. If you are planning to visit Saigon, refer to this article to have the best time here.

Ho Chi Minh City is home to the population of all regions of the country. So the cuisine here is extremely diverse from typical Southern dishes to dishes imported from all over the country. In this article, Explore Real Asia will introduce to you delicious dishes in Ho Chi Minh City that you should taste at least once.

If Hanoi is known as the capital of a thousand years of civilization with its peaceful, serene beauty and slow pace of life, Saigon is the most bustling city in the country with a beauty of ancient Europe. In this article, let's join Explore Real Asia to discover the attractions in Ho Chi Minh City in the complete way.

Southern Vietnam - Beautiful from Delta to urban. You can travel on the Mekong Delta, also known as the "granary" of the area, or fly down to the resort paradise on Phu Quoc Island before heading north to reach the Mui Ne sand dunes and beautiful beach as a perfect picture in Nha Trang.

Hoi An Ancient Town is small, but its culinary culture is extremely rich. Here are some delicious dishes in Hoi An and places to enjoy when you come to this special place.

Outstanding in the tourist destinations of Central Vietnam, Hoi An ancient town is like a rustic, simple and poetic picture. Whether it is day or night, Hoi An tourism still possesses different charms.

Da Nang city is truly a paradise for food lovers. What are the specialties you must try, and where are the delicious foods when traveling to Da Nang? Discover a list of 17 must-try dishes when traveling to Da Nang!

Da Nang tourism is not only famous for the long beaches but also by the impressive natural landscape. Not only endowed with many beautiful landscapes by nature, Da Nang is also a city worth living for its freshness and tranquility.

Recently, tourist destinations in Da Nang are attracting millions of domestic and foreign tourists each year. In this article, Explore Real Asia will discover the destinations that create the irresistible attraction of Da Nang.

Tombs, historic sites, temples, ... have been famous Hue tourist spots for a long time, but that's not enough. There is also a list of "must check-in" attractions in Hue that few people think about. From famous landmarks to historical sites, you will discover "all kinds" of the beauty of this ancient capital in this article.

Possessing up to 3 landscapes recognized by UNESCO as world heritage sites, Central Vietnam with countless delicious dishes really made up of outstanding things.

Ha Giang has long been a very popular area among those who love traveling. In recent years, due to the development of transport infrastructure and  services and facilities, Ha Giang tourism is more and more popular. For a fun and safe Ha Giang travel, do not miss the detailed instructions from Explore Real Asia below.

Ha Giang has always been a dream destination for those who are passionate about travel. Each person chooses their own journey, a way of going and feeling. In this article, Explore Real Asia will provide you with detailed information about traveling to Ha Giang by motorbike, an interesting way to fully enjoy the trip.

Ha Giang is a destination that attracts a lot of people.  You can experience a lot of activities while visiting this northern mountainous region such as sleeping outdoors or exploring pristine caves. However, trekking in Ha Giang is an activity that you need to try once you visit here. Let's take a look at the reasons why!

Famous for the battle of Điện Biên Phủ with the defeat of France in 1954, today Dien Bien has become a favorite destination for tourists all over the country. Tourist destinations in Dien Bien are diverse in forms, suitable for many different groups of travelers.

Cao Bang is favored by tourists with a very wonderful beauty with majestic mountains and historical places. However, if you travel to Cao Bang for the first time, you may be confused because of the cultural variety . To make your tour perfect, please refer to Cao Bang's travel experience with all the information below.

Cao Bang tourism itinerary includes many destinations that attract the attention of tourists. Nature has endowed this northeastern land with gorgeous  and extremely romantic nature. In this article, let's explore 5 most attractive places for tourists in Cao Bang with Explore Real Asia!

If you are a tourist passionate about the wild and poetic beauty of nature, Ba Be National Park promises to be the perfect choice. Coming to Ba Be National Park, we will admire and immerse ourselves in the natural, picturesque beauty here.

Three tributaries of Pé Lam, Pé Lu, and Pé Leng all intersect at one point in Nam Mau commune, Ba Be district, Bac Kan province to create Slam Pé lake, which means three lakes. Vietnamese people often call it Ba Be Lake, a beautiful scenic spot more than 230 km away from Hanoi.

Coming to Lai Chau is to come to the majestic mountains of the country. Traveling here, you will have the opportunity to explore the famous peaks and passes of our country. There, you find yourself with a vast array of nature, majestic with mountain peaks and floating with white clouds.

Pu Luong Nature Reserve is located in Ba Thuoc and Quan Hoa districts, in harmony with nature here. we provide you with useful information in Pu Luong, with our travel to Pu Luong

Located in the west of Hoa Binh, bordering Moc Chau district of Son La, Mai Chau valley is the top destination for many young people who love the natural beauty as well as the culture of the ethnic minorities.

With unspoiled nature, charming landscape, Ninh Binh is a famous tourist destination in the North just about 100km from Hanoi, along with an era tour to learn how to travel when traveling to Ninh Binh. Guide transportation in Ninh Binh

Ninh Binh is not only famous for many famous landscapes but below is a list of 10 Delicious foods in Ninh Binh that you must try once if you have the opportunity to set foot.

Ninh Binh is a province in the south of the Northern Delta, known as Ha Long Bay on land, this article ERA TOur will introduce you Top 9 The most beautiful places in Ninh Binh tourists must visit

Known as the pearl of the Gulf of Tonkin, Cat Ba has a pristine and majestic beauty. Every year, Cat Ba island tourism attracts a lot of domestic and international tourists to visit and relax.

In recent years, Cat Ba has become a tourist trend for young people. However, not everyone knows how to travel to Cat Ba and what tourist destinations should go in Cat Ba. Today, Explore Real Asia will introduce to you the most interesting tourist destinations in Cat Ba for your best experience here.

This is a common question of Hai Phong tourists who have never set foot in Lan Ha Bay. Because if you have come here, have taken very chill pictures, you would just want to come back here immediately. In this article, Explore Real Asia will give you the reasons to go to Lan Ha Bay when coming to Hai Phong.

Hai Phong, also known as Red Flower City, is the largest port city in the North. Being a major tourist center, Hai Phong has surrounding beaches, famous resorts and entertainment at home and abroad that meet international standards.

Referring to Ha Long, everyone immediately thinks of  thousands of magnificent islands and beautiful natural landscapes. But have you ever wondered what you will eat when you come to Ha Long? Today, Explore Real Asia will introduce to you the top 10 extremely unique and attractive dishes in HaLong cuisine!

HaLong Bay is a famous tourist destination of Vietnam that has been recognized by UNESCO many times as the natural heritage of the world. Not only for thousands of magnificent islands, miraculous achievements of creation, HaLong bay is also famous for unique tourism activities and delicious cuisine.

Ha Long is known as one of the most attractive tourist destinations in Vietnam. This place is blessed with many beautiful landscapes that captivate people. Coming to HaLong Bay, visitors should not miss the opportunity to discover interesting experiences at the top 10 attractive tourist destinations below:

Hanoi is famous for many delicious, rustic dishes that suit the taste of many people. But there is a dish that anyone must try at least once. When coming to this thrilling land, it's Pho Hanoi. In this article, Explore Real Asia will share with some famous restaurants of Pho in Hanoi that are favoured by many people.

Hanoi is not only famous for its famous landmarks, but is also known as the "culinary paradise" with delicious dishes that everyone will remember once enjoying them. Let's explore with Explore Real Asia the delicious dishes in Hanoi that tourists must try at least once when coming here.

Hanoi - The land of attractive beauty from long-standing historical and cultural places as well as romantic destinations. Hanoi has so many beautiful places to go that you will not be able to explore them all if you only visit here in a short time. Today, I will recommend the top 23 rated tourist attractions in Hanoi.

Vietnam is favored by the mother of nature and endowed with countless beautiful landscapes and captivating hearts. Talking about famous beautiful Vietnamese Island, it is impossible to mention all. Because Vietnam is beautiful everywhere, it is also strangely attractive.

Nature always gives us surprises that only when witnessed, discovered, set foot can we enjoy and see all the hidden beauty that no pen can describe. Just join ERA tour to explore 7 most famous Vietnam cave below:

Vietnam is a tropical country with an extremely diverse and rich national park system. The wild beauty of the old forest and the mysterious look of rare animals are what attracts tourists visiting here. Explore Real Asia will show you the top 9 most attractive national forests in Vietnam for your discovery journey.

Vietnam is famous for having many landscapes with natural beauty and unique culture, making it a great destination for international tourists. Where have you been? Let’s explore the astonishing beauty of the Top 15 Amazing Destinations in Vietnam that you don’t want to miss with Explore Real Asia.

Breathtaking scenery, unique culture and affordable prices are 3 of the reasons that make Vietnam a favorite spot for tourists.

In Vietnam, there is a lot of potential to attract and develop tourism. From beautiful landscapes, to architecture, historical sites, cuisine, culture, customs, to gentle people and hospitable, all are worthy to preserve, promote and develop in tourism, attracting many tourists to visit and learn.

Practicing Tai-chi or Yoga on the deck at the beginning of the day can do wonders for your health. Tai - chi is an exercising method that helps to improve both our mental and physical body.

The scenic beauty of Ha Long Bay is an existing visual element that has left a deep impression in the mind of many generations of Vietnamese people as well as international friends. Contrary to its fame, many features of this natural wonder still remain unknown to the public’s eyes.

Depending on the needs and preferences of domestic and foreign tourists, the number of domestic and international tourists coming to Ha Long Bay is clearly differentiated. With domestic tourists, the favorite time for Ha Long Bay tourism ...