ABOUT MYANMAR History Myanmar, also called Burma, is a country lying along the eastern coasts of the Bay of Bengal and the Andaman Sea in southeast Asia. King Anawrahta is the first founder of Myanmar. King Bayintnaung created the great Hanthawady Empire. King Alaungpaya founded the last Myanmar dynasty. The British ruled Myanmar in 1886. […]
Important documents and items Valid passport, 2 extra passport size photos, airline tickets Separate photocopies of passport, visa form (easily obtained at Kathmandu airport), proof of insurance Dollars, pounds or Euros in cash for purchasing Nepalese visa at Kathmandu airport, for paying for restaurants and hotels, for gratuities, snacks, and to purchase your own drinks and gifts […]
If you want to head for the hills at Sapa, the best way to get there is to take the train from Hanoi to Lao Cai. Sapa has no railway station, but it’s about 38 km (24 miles) from Lao Cai railway station and easily reached from there by bus, jeep or taxi in about […]
Vietnam National Airlines’s history began from January, 1959. When The Civil Aviation Department established by Vietnam Government, mark the birth of The Civil Aviation Department. The first domestic flight was started on September, 1956. For 20 development years, Vietnam Airline is always proud of a national aviation, embody culture tradition and the Vietnam Race Quintessence. […]
Vietnam public transportation is varying. It’s not always comfortable, but the price is reasonable for expats. Depending on purpose and requirement of each tourist they will choose their suitable transportation. The following is the most three common transportations in Vietnam for expats when traveling in Vietnam: Airplane Flight within Vietnam is very reasonably priced, especially […]
Traffic jams are always a big problem for all travelers when they come to Vietnam which is frequently take place in big cities like Hanoi capital and Ho Chi Minh City. There is no rule for the time the traffic jams to happen, but it is worst during the rush hour when everyone get to […]
If you are planning to arrive in Vietnam by AIR at Ho Chi Minh, Hanoi, or Da Nang airport, a legitimate alternative to obtaining a full visa stamp from the Vietnamese Embassy in your own or another country is to opt for a very simple and cheaper, visa on arrival (VOA). Once issued, this visa […]
Socialist Republic of Vietnam Population: 90.5 million Capital City: Hanoi (6.5 million) People: 53 ethnic minorities Language: Vietnamese Currency: Vietnam Dong (VND) Time Zone: GMT +7 Hours International Dialing Code: +84 Vietnam is a small yet majestic country, offering travellers an exciting mix of adventure and culture. The country’s captivating natural wonders span from the […]
Vietnam has officially extended its visa waivers. This policy choice is great news for certain countries who can enter without any previous paperwork. For some travellers the Vietnam visa waiver means exemption from having to go through the visa process for a visit that lasts 15 days or less. So you can enjoy two weeks […]
Asia is known for having some of the best food in the world. Whether you prefer spicy Malaysian curry, healthy Thai salads, or flavourful Vietnamese noodles, this region has something for everyone. Trade and migration between countries, as well as the cultural influences of colonialism, have created many foods that combine the best of both worlds. This list is made up […]