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Vietnam is a land of unique flavours where gastronomy plays a central role in culture and daily life. Each region offers specialties that reflect its history, climate, and agricultural richness. Travelling through Vietnam means discovering its iconic dishes, lively markets, and world-famous street food. Here is Authentik Vietnam’s curated selection of the best Vietnamese dishes to savour the full richness of Vietnamese cuisine!

Vietnam has long been recognized as one of Asia’s top culinary destinations, thanks to its balanced, fragrant, and regionally diverse cuisine. Whether you travel through the North, Center, or South, each region offers a unique culinary identity—from the imperial cuisine of Hue to the street food of Hanoi and the bold flavors of Saigon.

Spending Christmas in Vietnam is a surprising and heartwarming experience—often very different from the traditional European winter holidays. With illuminated streets, vibrant midnight masses, lively Christmas markets, unique gastronomy and a tropical holiday atmosphere, Vietnam blends Christian traditions, Asian culture and modern creativity in a way that fascinates travelers.

Voyaging across Vietnam by plane remains the most convenient solution to cover the long distances separating the North, Central region, and the South. This updated guide compiles all essential information to help you choose the right airline, understand the most useful domestic routes, master baggage rules, and avoid common pitfalls — based on the most recent public data (2024–2025).

Traveling through Vietnam means diving into a country where Vietnam markets embody daily life, flavors, and local culture. Each region offers its own must-visit markets in Vietnam, from traditional markets in the North to vibrant floating markets in the Mekong Delta. These places act as open windows into local life, delivering sensory immersion and a truly unique cultural experience for every traveler.

Slow travel Vietnam is attracting more and more travelers seeking authentic Vietnam experiences, immersive adventures, and sustainable journeys. Far from the typical tourist circuits, this approach encourages taking the time to truly feel the country, meet its people, and savor every moment.

Vietnamese cuisine proudly ranks 4th among the most attractive culinary destinations in the world, surpassing even such “gastronomic monuments” as France and Spain.

October 2025 will be remembered as a challenging time for many provinces in Northern Vietnam. Following the devastating passages of Typhoons Bualoi and Matmo

Before discovering laos, it is essential to understand the entry requirements. Here is a complete Laos visa guide to prepare your trip to laos.

The Gom Show offers a unique experience: transforming Vietnamese ceramics into musical instruments. More than just an artistic performance, it is a journey into the soul of Vietnam

the Vietnamese government has just announced another breakthrough policy: visa exemption for citizens of 12 more countries for a stay of up to 45 days.

Authentik Vietnam is proudly recognized with the Travellers' Choice 2025 by Tripadvisor for the sixth consecutive year, reaching the Top 10% of global travel experiences.