Exciting Vietnam Holiday and Travel Guide

Vietnam lies on the eastern side of the Indochina Peninsula, bordered on the east by the South China Sea, on the north by China, and on the west by Cambodia and Laos. While it boasts two major cities that contain a plethora of cultural sites, Vietnam is also blessed with beaches, mountains, and rainforests for the nature lover to explore.

Ho Chi Minh City has the best transportation links to the outside world, and is a natural place for the visitor to start their Vietnam holidays. Ho Chi Minh City was formerly known as Saigon prior to the end of the Vietnam War, and is the economic center of Vietnam. There is no better place to see Ho Chi Minh City's economic vibrancy than at the Ben Thanh Market. The Ben Thanh Market is a municipal marketplace built by the French during the colonial era, and is the home to hundreds of vendors. The tourist can find everything from the latest Japanese gadgets to cobra wine and western clothing.

Visitors searching for a look at a more traditional picture of life on Vietnam tours should travel to the Mekong Delta. The Mekong River is the largest river in Vietnam and its delta area is one of the most fertile growing areas in Asia. The delta is the home to a number of different ethnic groups, including Vietnamese, Chinese, Cham, and Khmer. On a visit to one of the many delta villages, the visitor will find warm people who are both friendly and hospitable.

Vietnam holidays don't get any more luxurious than a trip to Dalat. Created by the French as a respite from the coastal heat, Dalat is located 322 km northeast of Ho Chi Minh City on a plateau 5000 feet above sea level. The best hotel in the city is the Sofitel Dalat Palace, a high-end hotel that features a world class amenities such as an 18-hole golf course outstanding French-inspired service.

Before  you set off on your exciting Vietnam travel adventure, be sure to use some of the many planning and organizing tools out there such as online resources, which will help you get your travel adventure plans in order easily and quickly, such as the travel guide at http://www.puretravel.com/Guide/Asia/South-East_Asia/vietnam which features lots of tips, advice photos and itinerary samples for your trip.