Ha Long Bay or Lan Ha Bay: which should I cruise?
Ha Long Bay or Lan Ha Bay? Compare routes, piers, sightseeing fees and transfer times from Hanoi, with cruise prices seen on cruise-line sites in October 2026.
Decide before you book
Each guide answers one question travellers weigh up, starting with the answer, then the facts behind it.
Ben Dinh or Ben Duoc: which Cu Chi Tunnels site should I visit?
Ben Dinh or Ben Duoc? How the two Cu Chi Tunnels sites differ in history, crowds, tunnels and travel time, with the 2026 ticket price for foreign visitors.
Hoi An or Da Nang: where should I stay?
Hoi An or Da Nang as a base? Compare the Ancient Town and the city beach, airport transfer times and fares, the flood and storm months, and day trips from each.
Should I apply for a Vietnam e-visa myself or use an agency?
Apply on evisa.gov.vn for US$25 single or US$50 multiple entry, or pay an agency more for form checks and support. What each route costs and what it adds.