{"id":8526,"date":"2018-10-24T08:29:41","date_gmt":"2018-10-24T15:29:41","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/ann-tran.com\/?p=8526"},"modified":"2020-08-10T06:51:39","modified_gmt":"2020-08-10T13:51:39","slug":"hoi-an-hanoi-and-ha-long-bay-make-vietnams-perfect-trifecta","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/ann-tran.com\/2018\/10\/hoi-an-hanoi-and-ha-long-bay-make-vietnams-perfect-trifecta\/","title":{"rendered":"H\u1ed9i An, Hanoi, and Ha Long Bay Make Vietnam\u2019s Perfect Trifecta"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_65 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<label for=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-item-662c7c7e21600\" class=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-label\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/label><input type=\"checkbox\"  id=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-item-662c7c7e21600\"  aria-label=\"Toggle\" \/><nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/ann-tran.com\/2018\/10\/hoi-an-hanoi-and-ha-long-bay-make-vietnams-perfect-trifecta\/#Are_you_planning_a_trip_to_Vietnam_this_year\" title=\"Are you planning a trip to Vietnam this year?\">Are you planning a trip to Vietnam this year?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/ann-tran.com\/2018\/10\/hoi-an-hanoi-and-ha-long-bay-make-vietnams-perfect-trifecta\/#People_have_asked_which_Vietnamese_cities_I_would_recommend\" title=\"People have asked which Vietnamese cities I would recommend.\">People have asked which Vietnamese cities I would recommend.<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/ann-tran.com\/2018\/10\/hoi-an-hanoi-and-ha-long-bay-make-vietnams-perfect-trifecta\/#Hoi_An\" title=\"H\u1ed9i An\">H\u1ed9i An<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/ann-tran.com\/2018\/10\/hoi-an-hanoi-and-ha-long-bay-make-vietnams-perfect-trifecta\/#Hanoi\" title=\"Hanoi\">Hanoi<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/ann-tran.com\/2018\/10\/hoi-an-hanoi-and-ha-long-bay-make-vietnams-perfect-trifecta\/#Ha_Long_Bay\" title=\"Ha Long Bay.\">Ha Long Bay.<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/ann-tran.com\/2018\/10\/hoi-an-hanoi-and-ha-long-bay-make-vietnams-perfect-trifecta\/#Singapore\" title=\"Singapore\">Singapore<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Are_you_planning_a_trip_to_Vietnam_this_year\"><\/span>Are you planning a trip to Vietnam this year?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>These popular destinations are my city favorites. Here&#8217;s what to expect.<\/p>\n<p>The first time I left Vietnam was in a military cargo plane with my family fleeing the communist takeover. We ended up at a camp in Guam. Earlier this month, I returned to Vietnam via business class on British Airways after sharing my harrowing childhood journey <a href=\"http:\/\/youtu.be\/QSi-K0KhIMQ\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer nofollow\"><strong>@<\/strong><strong>TEDx<\/strong><\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>Thank you kindly for my Asia Tour, an incredible adventure through Asia. I had the best time with the <a href=\"https:\/\/ann-tran.com\/2019\/10\/reasons-to-fly-british-airways-new-airbus-a350\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><strong>#FlyBA crew<\/strong><\/a>. Thank you <a href=\"https:\/\/www.britishairways.com\/travel\/home\/public\/en_us\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer nofollow\"><strong>@British_Airways<\/strong><\/a> for the magical return to my Motherland.<\/p>\n<p>I plan to return again (<a href=\"https:\/\/ann-tran.com\/2020\/02\/postcards-to-transport-you-to-vietnam\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><strong>and again<\/strong><\/a>) to explore more of the varied delights Vietnam offers.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"People_have_asked_which_Vietnamese_cities_I_would_recommend\"><\/span>People have asked which Vietnamese cities I would recommend.<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>On my first return to Vietnam the first stop was Ho Chi Minh, now a city easily skipped to further enjoy the hidden gems around the country. On this recent Asia tour, my first stop was Bangkok, and I would love to see more of Thailand. But back to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/anntranfashion\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer nofollow\">Vietnam<\/a> \u2026<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/p\/BoOVDt-FUg_\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-8539 colorbox-8526 lazyload\" data-src=\"https:\/\/ann-tran.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/10\/HoiAnVibeAnnTranIMG_6023-1-683x1024.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"300\" height=\"450\" data-pin-title=\"Are you planning a trip to Vietnam this year? These popular destinations are my city favorites. Here's what to expect. #vietnam #traveldestinations\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/ann-tran.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/10\/HoiAnVibeAnnTranIMG_6023-1-683x1024.jpg 683w, https:\/\/ann-tran.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/10\/HoiAnVibeAnnTranIMG_6023-1-200x300.jpg 200w, https:\/\/ann-tran.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/10\/HoiAnVibeAnnTranIMG_6023-1-768x1152.jpg 768w, https:\/\/ann-tran.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/10\/HoiAnVibeAnnTranIMG_6023-1.jpg 800w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 300px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 300\/450;\" \/><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-8539 colorbox-8526\" src=\"https:\/\/ann-tran.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/10\/HoiAnVibeAnnTranIMG_6023-1-683x1024.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"300\" height=\"450\" data-pin-title=\"Are you planning a trip to Vietnam this year? These popular destinations are my city favorites. Here's what to expect. #vietnam #traveldestinations\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ann-tran.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/10\/HoiAnVibeAnnTranIMG_6023-1-683x1024.jpg 683w, https:\/\/ann-tran.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/10\/HoiAnVibeAnnTranIMG_6023-1-200x300.jpg 200w, https:\/\/ann-tran.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/10\/HoiAnVibeAnnTranIMG_6023-1-768x1152.jpg 768w, https:\/\/ann-tran.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/10\/HoiAnVibeAnnTranIMG_6023-1.jpg 800w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/noscript><\/a><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Hoi_An\"><\/span>H\u1ed9i An<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>I adored H\u1ed9i An for its charming riverside Old Town and lanterns lighting up the night. The H\u1ed9i An lantern festival is a gorgeous tradition and because of its popularity with tourists, one can now experience this beautiful light show every night.<\/p>\n<p>I was excited to see so much lush bougainvillea and many silk lanterns adorning the storefronts and restaurants of H\u1ed9i An, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Take it from me, be sure to dine along the river from 7 to 9 p.m. and watch Old Town illuminate. It\u2019s quite the romantic and magical spectacle.<\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_10329\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-10329\" style=\"width: 300px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"wp-image-10329 colorbox-8526 lazyload\" data-src=\"https:\/\/ann-tran.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/10\/HoiAnHanoiandHaLongBayVietnamsPerfectTrifectaLanterns-scaled.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"300\" height=\"478\" data-pin-title=\"Are you planning a trip to Vietnam this year? These popular destinations are my city favorites. Here's what to expect. #vietnam #traveldestinations\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/ann-tran.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/10\/HoiAnHanoiandHaLongBayVietnamsPerfectTrifectaLanterns-scaled.jpg 753w, https:\/\/ann-tran.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/10\/HoiAnHanoiandHaLongBayVietnamsPerfectTrifectaLanterns-188x300.jpg 188w, https:\/\/ann-tran.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/10\/HoiAnHanoiandHaLongBayVietnamsPerfectTrifectaLanterns-642x1024.jpg 642w, https:\/\/ann-tran.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/10\/HoiAnHanoiandHaLongBayVietnamsPerfectTrifectaLanterns-768x1225.jpg 768w, https:\/\/ann-tran.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/10\/HoiAnHanoiandHaLongBayVietnamsPerfectTrifectaLanterns-963x1536.jpg 963w, https:\/\/ann-tran.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/10\/HoiAnHanoiandHaLongBayVietnamsPerfectTrifectaLanterns-1284x2048.jpg 1284w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 300px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 300\/478;\" \/><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"wp-image-10329 colorbox-8526\" src=\"https:\/\/ann-tran.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/10\/HoiAnHanoiandHaLongBayVietnamsPerfectTrifectaLanterns-scaled.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"300\" height=\"478\" data-pin-title=\"Are you planning a trip to Vietnam this year? These popular destinations are my city favorites. Here's what to expect. #vietnam #traveldestinations\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ann-tran.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/10\/HoiAnHanoiandHaLongBayVietnamsPerfectTrifectaLanterns-scaled.jpg 753w, https:\/\/ann-tran.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/10\/HoiAnHanoiandHaLongBayVietnamsPerfectTrifectaLanterns-188x300.jpg 188w, https:\/\/ann-tran.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/10\/HoiAnHanoiandHaLongBayVietnamsPerfectTrifectaLanterns-642x1024.jpg 642w, https:\/\/ann-tran.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/10\/HoiAnHanoiandHaLongBayVietnamsPerfectTrifectaLanterns-768x1225.jpg 768w, https:\/\/ann-tran.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/10\/HoiAnHanoiandHaLongBayVietnamsPerfectTrifectaLanterns-963x1536.jpg 963w, https:\/\/ann-tran.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/10\/HoiAnHanoiandHaLongBayVietnamsPerfectTrifectaLanterns-1284x2048.jpg 1284w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/noscript><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-10329\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">lanterns lighting up the day<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>There\u2019s such a diversity of experiences in H\u1ed9i An: beautiful beaches, hand-tailored clothing, delectable food, vibrant night markets, colorful lanterns, and ancient temples in the mountains. There are many cute boutiques lining H\u1ed9i An\u2019s beautiful streets. Not surprisingly, you can find a photo op at every turn.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Hanoi\"><\/span>Hanoi<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Moving to Hanoi, whose Old Quarter is very quaint. In Hanoi, you are never more than 10 feet from a restaurant and street food is served everywhere. Every dish and drink are filled with great flavors, plus they also provide walking tours of Hanoi\u2019s different neighborhoods.<\/p>\n<p>People often ask me, \u201cWhy don\u2019t you post food pictures?\u201d Though I do share on Instagram Stories and a few other channels, my main focus is usually highlighting locations and giving a feel for the experiences only travel can bring.<\/p>\n<p>And since people are asking \u2026 the tab for a delicious meal for two runs about $25-$50 US, depending on the restaurant. The more adventurous type can expect street food to run up to $5 US per person. Not quite sure how to delicately put this, but here goes: We can try to re-create Vietnamese cuisine in the states, however it\u2019s nothing like the real local thing. Please visit for a taste of the real thing. Definitely worth the trip. Promise.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/p\/BoBcphyl4_5\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-8544 colorbox-8526 lazyload\" data-src=\"https:\/\/ann-tran.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/10\/HaLongBayAnnTranIMG_8764-683x1024.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"300\" height=\"450\" data-pin-title=\"Are you planning a trip to Vietnam this year? These popular destinations are my city favorites. Here's what to expect. #vietnam #traveldestinations\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/ann-tran.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/10\/HaLongBayAnnTranIMG_8764-683x1024.jpg 683w, https:\/\/ann-tran.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/10\/HaLongBayAnnTranIMG_8764-200x300.jpg 200w, https:\/\/ann-tran.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/10\/HaLongBayAnnTranIMG_8764-768x1152.jpg 768w, https:\/\/ann-tran.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/10\/HaLongBayAnnTranIMG_8764.jpg 800w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 300px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 300\/450;\" \/><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-8544 colorbox-8526\" src=\"https:\/\/ann-tran.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/10\/HaLongBayAnnTranIMG_8764-683x1024.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"300\" height=\"450\" data-pin-title=\"Are you planning a trip to Vietnam this year? These popular destinations are my city favorites. Here's what to expect. #vietnam #traveldestinations\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ann-tran.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/10\/HaLongBayAnnTranIMG_8764-683x1024.jpg 683w, https:\/\/ann-tran.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/10\/HaLongBayAnnTranIMG_8764-200x300.jpg 200w, https:\/\/ann-tran.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/10\/HaLongBayAnnTranIMG_8764-768x1152.jpg 768w, https:\/\/ann-tran.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/10\/HaLongBayAnnTranIMG_8764.jpg 800w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/noscript><\/a><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Ha_Long_Bay\"><\/span>Ha Long Bay.<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Have you been? I\u2019ve always wanted to see Ha Long Bay. This wonder of nature includes 1,600 islands made of limestone forming a surreal portrait. It\u2019s not surprising that Ha Long translates to \u201cdescending dragon,\u201d who has the job of protecting Vietnam.<\/p>\n<p>I suggest an extra night at Ha Long Bay if you want to be one with nature. I loved my visit. It\u2019s super-hot in Southeast Asia, but creature comforts are available on the day boat cruise in Ha Long Bay. There are 300 day boats and 200 sleeper boats for your choosing. I took a day boat tour and kept busy capturing videos and photos.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/p\/Bor80qHF67E\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-8534 colorbox-8526 lazyload\" data-src=\"https:\/\/ann-tran.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/10\/SingaporeAnnTranIMG_8750-683x1024.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"300\" height=\"450\" data-pin-title=\"Are you planning a trip to Vietnam this year? These popular destinations are my city favorites. Here's what to expect. #vietnam #traveldestinations\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/ann-tran.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/10\/SingaporeAnnTranIMG_8750-683x1024.jpg 683w, https:\/\/ann-tran.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/10\/SingaporeAnnTranIMG_8750-200x300.jpg 200w, https:\/\/ann-tran.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/10\/SingaporeAnnTranIMG_8750-768x1152.jpg 768w, https:\/\/ann-tran.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/10\/SingaporeAnnTranIMG_8750.jpg 800w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 300px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 300\/450;\" \/><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-8534 colorbox-8526\" src=\"https:\/\/ann-tran.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/10\/SingaporeAnnTranIMG_8750-683x1024.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"300\" height=\"450\" data-pin-title=\"Are you planning a trip to Vietnam this year? These popular destinations are my city favorites. Here's what to expect. #vietnam #traveldestinations\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ann-tran.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/10\/SingaporeAnnTranIMG_8750-683x1024.jpg 683w, https:\/\/ann-tran.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/10\/SingaporeAnnTranIMG_8750-200x300.jpg 200w, https:\/\/ann-tran.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/10\/SingaporeAnnTranIMG_8750-768x1152.jpg 768w, https:\/\/ann-tran.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/10\/SingaporeAnnTranIMG_8750.jpg 800w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/noscript><\/a><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Singapore\"><\/span>Singapore<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>I finished my journey in Singapore, an always fun and innovative place full of photo ops. I love the designs of The @GardensbytheBay, an architectural marvel. Don\u2019t miss it!<\/p>\n<p>Singapore is about a perfect destination or layover spot as you are going to get. Want to know why? Because there\u2019s so much to see and eat and do in this immaculately clean city-state. It only takes about 30 minutes to travel from one end of Singapore to the other, making it the perfect destination and jumping off point.<\/p>\n<p>When visiting Asia, make sure to pick up an umbrella to use as a prop for a photo op. Stay under cover, out of the sun and drink more water than you think you need. Buy yourself a little electric fan. The kind you can recharge by USB. My electric fan was my best friend the entire trip.<\/p>\n<p>Thank you for traveling along with me. As you know, I believe in immersing oneself in the local scene to capture the genuine flavor of a host country. Additionally, I highly recommend staying in a country as long as your budget can accommodate you comfortably.<\/p>\n<p>Travel makes the world a better place. I\u2019m doing my part.\u00a0 Are you doing yours?<\/p>\n<p>Until next time!<\/p>\n<blockquote class=\"wp-embedded-content\" data-secret=\"kWJzMgaCLL\"><p><a href=\"https:\/\/ann-tran.com\/2020\/02\/postcards-to-transport-you-to-vietnam\/\">Postcards to Transport You to Vietnam<\/a><\/p><\/blockquote>\n<p><iframe class=\"wp-embedded-content lazyload\" sandbox=\"allow-scripts\" security=\"restricted\" style=\"position: absolute; clip: rect(1px, 1px, 1px, 1px);\" title=\"&#8220;Postcards to Transport You to Vietnam&#8221; &#8212; Ann-Tran\" data-src=\"https:\/\/ann-tran.com\/2020\/02\/postcards-to-transport-you-to-vietnam\/embed\/#?secret=kWJzMgaCLL\" data-secret=\"kWJzMgaCLL\" width=\"600\" height=\"338\" frameborder=\"0\" marginwidth=\"0\" marginheight=\"0\" scrolling=\"no\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" data-load-mode=\"1\"><\/iframe><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Are you planning a trip to Vietnam this year? These popular destinations are my city favorites. Here&#8217;s what to expect. 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