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Xin chao Travel Lovers! Welcome to AuthentikTravel's blog - The source of inspiration for people having curiousity set on the beauty of Vietnam. You may find here the latest travel news, advice and guidance to facilitate your coming trips. This is also where you can freely share your most amazing experiences, stories, photos and videos about Vietnam. 

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Why is Saigon called "the pearl of the Far East"?

Last update Nov 4, 2023 in Ho Chi Minh city - Saigon
Why is Saigon called
Ho Chi Minh City or Saigon, known for its vibrant and bustling life, is an engaging city which charms visitors with a beautiful harmony of the essense of eastern and western cultures.
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The legend of Sword Lake

Last update Nov 4, 2023 in Hanoi City - Capital
The legend of Sword Lake
Legend has it that Hoan Kiem Lake is where king Le Loi returned his magic sword to the Golden Turtle after defeating Minh empire and since then it has been named as the Sword lake or Restored Sword lake. In this article, we take you on a travel back in time to discover the histioric origin of this center pearl.
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Which hotels to stay at in Hoi An?

Last update Nov 3, 2023 in Hoi An & My Son
Which hotels to stay at in Hoi An?
To prepare a stay in the “Venice of Vietnam” which ideally would last three nights, where to stay in Hoi An is indisputably one of the questions you will have to ask. Do you have in mind a modern style room in the center of the city or a charming hotel nestled in a large forest or maybe a bungalow in front of the sea?
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12 Unmissable experiences in Phu Quoc Island

Last update Nov 3, 2023 in Phu Quoc
12 Unmissable experiences in Phu Quoc Island
Expedition in the depths of the sea or in the green of the national park, spending time with your children at the zoo and many other unmissable experiences are waiting for you. In this article, we suggest you some cooling way to enjoy every moment of your stay at Phu Quoc Island.
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How to visit the Mekong Delta?

Last update Nov 3, 2023 in Mekong Delta
How to visit the Mekong Delta?
How to visit the Mekong Delta to discover another side of Vietnam? This country of a thousand boats remains beautiful at any time of the year and is a great choice destination.
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Visit Mai Chau during your trip to Vietnam

Last update Nov 3, 2023 in Mai Chau - Hoa Binh
Visit Mai Chau during your trip to Vietnam
Having stilt house with authentic palm leaf roofs, bamboo-slat floors and large, patterned windows, line in both sides of the mountainous road, Mai Chau has created it own common sight. The beauty of Mai Chau is a vision in every season, which is a lush in spring, a bright green in Autumn, and turn golden right before the rice harvest.
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Top 10 most beautiful islands of Vietnam

Last update Nov 3, 2023 in Beach break
Top 10 most beautiful islands of Vietnam
This is our selection of the 10 most beautiful islands in Vietnam for you to travel alone or with family. Use this advice from our experts for a successful seaside holiday in Vietnam.
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Hue royal meal - an exceptional slice of Vietnamese culinary heritage

Last update Nov 3, 2023 in Hue - Imperial city
Hue royal meal - an exceptional slice of Vietnamese culinary heritage
This mouth-watering experience invites travellers to discover the royal meal of Hue which is rich in culinary and cultural traditions of the imperial city.
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Hanoi's 36 corporations district

Last update Nov 2, 2023 in Hanoi City - Capital
Hanoi's 36 corporations district
Immerse yourself in the bustling 36 Corporations of Hanois Old Quarter, a dizzying must-see in the Vietnamese capital.
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