http://www.1stopvietnam.com everything you need to know about Vietnam Fri, 15 Jan 2010 04:09:57 +0000 http://backend.userland.com/rss092 en The mountainous island of Phu Quoc has some of Vietnam's most impressive beaches and is a popular holiday destination for those wanting to escape the hustle of nearby Saigon. There is also the best seafood in the country to sample and some interesting cultural sites to take in as well. Phu ... http://www.1stopvietnam.com/phu-quoc-island/ [caption id="attachment_154" align="alignleft" width="300" caption="The tank that drove into Saigon\'s Presidential Palace on April 30, 1975, to end the Vietnam War"][/caption]Most visitors come to Vietnam somewhat aware of the country's turbulent history of colonisation, communist rebellion and war. The tenacious Viets have been occupied by China four times but more ... http://www.1stopvietnam.com/vietnam-history/ The Mekong Delta is the area in the south west of Vietnam where the Mekong River empties into the sea. The region constitutes a large portion of the south west, covering about 39,000 sq km. Every day life in Mekong Delta tends to revolve around the river, as many of the ... http://www.1stopvietnam.com/mekong_delt/ Sapa is situated in the north west of Vietnam, very close to the Chinese border. Sapa, as well as Halong Bay, is one of the main excursions from Hanoi. Travellers who have enough time to spare can complete a circuit of the northwest highlands, taking in Mai Chau, Son La, ... http://www.1stopvietnam.com/sapa/ This small city is located on the South Central Coast of Vietnam, in Quang Nam province. Hoi An was home to the largest harbour in Southeast Asia during the 1st century. The spice trade aided the city’s growth around the 7th century, and again in the 16th century. Hoi An ... http://www.1stopvietnam.com/hoi_a/ Nha Trang is located on a beautiful stretch of coastline, providing the ideal spot for enjoying the country’s warm sunny weather. Stunning beaches and sparkling water create a picture postcard image. The water in this area is known for its incredible visibility, so scuba divers throng to the resort. Under the ... http://www.1stopvietnam.com/nha_tran/ Hanoi is considered one of Asia’s most enticing and attractive cities. Heavily influenced by French and Chinese invaders, the city is a fascinating mix of East and West. From Noi Bai Airport it takes about an hour to reach the centre, after driving through a beautiful rural landscape, modern buildings ... http://www.1stopvietnam.com/hanoi/ With a population of more than seven million, Saigon is Vietnam’s largest city. While Hanoi is the political core of the country, Saigon is the country’s economical heart. The city has a distinct European flavour, with its wide boulevards and beautiful French villas. Aromas of coffee and baking bread fill ... http://www.1stopvietnam.com/saigon/ Putting your knife in your mouth in the west is unheard of, and considered very rude if witnessed. So what is the dining etiquette in Vietnam? First and foremost, don’t ever leave chopsticks sitting vertically out of your rice bowl at the end of a meal. This resembles the position of ... http://www.1stopvietnam.com/dining-etiquette/ [caption id="attachment_117" align="aligncenter" width="512" caption="Always drink bottled water in Vietnam"][/caption] If you have been to Asia before, you probably have a good idea of what to expect on arrival in Vietnam; however, every culture has its differences. Here is a quick list of travel tips which may be useful if you ... http://www.1stopvietnam.com/travel-tips/