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Mu Cang Chai: Paragliding Over Golden Terraces and Black Pork
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Mu Cang Chai: Paragliding Over Golden Terraces and Black Pork

During the autumn harvest, the mountains turn gold. Paraglide over the breathtaking Khau Pha pass and refuel with grilled black mountain pork and sticky rice.

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Ca Mau Tip: The Southernmost Swamp and Mudskippers
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Ca Mau Tip: The Southernmost Swamp and Mudskippers

Stand at the literal end of Vietnam. Take a boat through the UNESCO biosphere mangrove swamps and eat grilled mudskippers—the strange fish that walks on land.

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Ta Van Village: A Homestay Retreat in the Sapa Terraces
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Ta Van Village: A Homestay Retreat in the Sapa Terraces

Leave Sapa town behind. Hike down the Muong Hoa valley, sleep in a wooden Giay minority homestay, and feast on bamboo-cooked rice (Com Lam).

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The Marble Mountains: Exploring Da Nang's Spiritual Caves
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The Marble Mountains: Exploring Da Nang's Spiritual Caves

Five limestone and marble peaks named after the five elements. Climb the uneven steps to discover hidden Buddhist shrines, bullet-riddled grottos, and panoramic views of the coastal city.

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Ha Giang Loop Pitstops: Dong Van, Ma Pi Leng, and Thang Co
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Ha Giang Loop Pitstops: Dong Van, Ma Pi Leng, and Thang Co

Riding the loop? Know where to stop. Sleep in Dong Van's ancient town, conquer the Ma Pi Leng pass, and dare to try the infamous horse stew.

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Lung Cu Flag Tower: Standing at Vietnam's Northernmost Point
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Lung Cu Flag Tower: Standing at Vietnam's Northernmost Point

Climb the steps to the massive flag overlooking the Chinese border. Explore the nearby Lo Lo Chai village to admire their mud-built houses and drink corn wine.

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Hanoi Old Quarter Guide: Where to Get Lost, Eat, and Drink
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Hanoi Old Quarter Guide: Where to Get Lost, Eat, and Drink

Navigate the 36 streets like a local. Discover hidden egg coffee cafes, the best Bun Cha spots, and secret rooftop bars overlooking Hoan Kiem Lake.

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Cu Chi Tunnels: Crawling, Shooting, and Tapioca
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Cu Chi Tunnels: Crawling, Shooting, and Tapioca

A sobering half-day trip. Crawl through claustrophobic guerrilla tunnels, fire an AK-47 at the range, and eat boiled tapioca dipped in peanut salt—the diet of the Viet Cong.

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Paradise Cave: Walking Through a 31-Kilometer Underworld
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Paradise Cave: Walking Through a 31-Kilometer Underworld

Descend into a cathedral of colossal stalactites and stalagmites in Phong Nha. A well-lit, accessible boardwalk makes this jaw-dropping cave perfect for all ages.

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Son Tra Peninsula: Spotting the Red-Shanked Douc Langur
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Son Tra Peninsula: Spotting the Red-Shanked Douc Langur

Rent a scooter to drive up 'Monkey Mountain'. Visit the giant Lady Buddha statue and bring binoculars to spot the world's most colorful, endangered monkeys in the canopy.

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Nam Du Archipelago: Lighthouse Treks and Grilled Bone-Fish
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Nam Du Archipelago: Lighthouse Treks and Grilled Bone-Fish

The unspoiled jewel of the south. Rent a scooter to climb the lighthouse, swim in empty turquoise bays, and feast on the local 'Xa Xanh' (green bone fish).

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