October 25 2024
Lunar New Year or Tết Nguyên Đán, is Vietnam’s most significant celebration. Across Vietnam, during this time families reunite and honour their ancestors, while praying for luck, prosperity and...
October 16 2024
After a 19-month restoration, the iconic Chua Cau or Japanese Bridge in Hoi An ancient town has reopened to visitors amid a backdrop of controversy and anticipation.
This historic bridge, an emblem...
October 16 2024
In Vietnam, before eating we say “Chúc ngon miệng!”-- meaning 'enjoy your meal' (but of course you will.)
While Vietnamese cuisine abroad still flies under the banners of phở and bánh mì, the full...
October 16 2024
Take a walk on the wild side in Vietnam, a country overflowing with outdoor adventures. Go kitesurfing off the rugged coastline, scale mountains for spectacular views, or burrow inside the world’s...
September 29 2024
You may have heard about Typhoon Yagi, which recently impacted several northern areas of Vietnam. Currently, most tourist attractions and activities have resumed operations, ready to welcome visitors...
September 29 2024
Authentic Asia is excited to announce that we have expanded our presence in Vietnam with the opening of a new representative office in the vibrant metropolis of Ho Chi Minh City. This strategic move...
September 10 2024
In Vietnamese folklore, there is a story in which the gods gifted rice to the people so they could live easily. However when carrying out the gods’ wishes, the messenger mistook a bag of grass for a...
August 16 2024
Vietnam’s beaches have great selling points — warm waves, cold coconuts, fresh seafood — but these days there’s another reason to plan an island getaway. A new crop of spectacular beach bars have...
August 13 2024
The journey to Mui Ne is not just a travel experience but also an exploration of a charming coastal gem with diverse services. From convenient transportation to breathtaking landscapes, warm...
August 13 2024
Mui Ne – the tourist gem on the coast of southern Binh Thuan Province – is popular with adventure travellers who like their vacations to involve a bit of action. Unlike many other beachy hotspots in...