Vietnam Travel

Vietnam - Culture Smart! outlines the history, culture, and traditions of the Vietnamese. It explains certain deep-seated attitudes, describes some of the social and cultural changes now underway, and gives practical advice on what to expect and how to behave in unfamiliar situations. It aims to help you discover for yourself the warmth and vast potential of this fascinating country and its delightful people. They are open and friendly, with senses of humor and irony, and are frankly curious about the outside world.

When Oxford archeologist Mensun Bound, dubbed the "Indiana Jones of the Deep" by the Discovery Channel, teamed up with a financier to salvage a sunken trove of 15th-century porcelain, it seemed a dream enterprise. The stakes were high: the Hoi An wreck lay hundreds of feet down in a typhoon-prone stretch of water off the coast of Vietnam known as the Dragon Sea.

Vietnam: Ein Traum zum Reisen. Tauchen Sie ein in die faszinierende Welt Vietnams – ein Land, das durch seine beeindruckende Vielfalt und atemberaubende Schönheit besticht. Von den geschäftigen Straßen Hanois bis zu den ruhigen Reisfeldern im Mekong-Delta, von den majestätischen Karstlandschaften der Halong-Bucht bis zu den unberührten Stränden von Phu Quoc – dieses Buch nimmt Sie mit auf eine unvergessliche Reise durch ein Land voller Kontraste und kultureller Reichtümer.

He opened a portal to a parallel Earth where humans don't exist. For physicist Tim Bowman, it’s the opportunity of a lifetime, but one fraught with peril. Opportunity and danger await, particularly when the local fauna views you as a snack. Humans may not live here but the mega-fauna of the Pleistocene does, hungry and waiting. But this is nothing compared to what his government back home is planning for him. Book 1 in an exciting new series, The Hayek Chronicles, by the author of the Corps of Discovery series.

From award-winning author Tom Bissell comes a riveting book that offers a fresh perspective on the Vietnam War: that of veterans' adult children. In 2003 Tom and his veteran father, John, traveled to Vietnam, reliving John's experiences in the war while familiarizing themselves with a new and peaceful country.

Eat like a Local - Hanoi by author Linh Le offers the inside scoop on food in one of the most gastronomically diverse countries in southeast Asia. Culinary tourism is an import aspect of any travel experience. Food has the ability to tell you a story of a destination, its landscapes, and culture on a single plate.

25 Secrets you’d never find out about Da Nang! Welcome to the most Complete Da Nang Travel Guide for Tourists made by locals! Here Is a Preview of What You'll Learn Inside... ♥ 25 Unique activities to do when you are in town ♥ Best places to eat in town ♥ Best local Markets ♥ Best Parks and Good Views ♥ Best Museums ♥ Best Bars ♥ Best things to do in Da Nang - Vietnam ♥ Much, much more! * * *FREE GIFT INSIDE * * * If you are heading to the wonderful city of Da Nang anytime soon this book will give you an insight of the best places and most unique places to see where you ...

Vietnamese women are so hot but so tricky.If you're anything like Derek Strong, Vietnamese women are your favorite Asian women. They have the hottest bodies, the most gorgeous faces, and the most energetic personalities. They're also the best at lovemaking. Every US city is full of smoking-hot Vietnamese women. But they're a mystery. Either they're hot or they're cold, and either they're all about the money or all about family honor. It's a lot to think about, but Vietnamese women are so hot that they're worth the effort. You don't know how to approach Vietnamese women.How can you meet them...

It's 1978 and the whole country, exhausted from the twin traumas of Vietnam and Watergate, is suffering from a massive hangover. Chucky O'Malley knows how the country feels; approaching fifty, he finds himself in the grip of a debilitating midlife crisis. As he travels the world, from the Vatican, where a new pope is to be selected, to Jimmy Carter's White House, where an overwhelmed president struggles to find a cure for his nation's malaise, Chucky searches for a way to renew his weary spirit.

Greater Than a Tourist: Hanoi Red River Valley, Vietnam by Jeremy Robson offers the inside scoop on Hanoi. Most travel guides tell you how to travel like a tourist. As part of the Greater Than a Tourist series, this guide will give you travel tips from someone who has lived at your next travel destination.

Skip the Tourist Trail. My Saigon is Your Local Key to the City. So, you're coming to Saigon (or "Ho Chi Minh City")? That's awesome! But are you ready to see the real city, the one that most guidebooks miss? Those other books are great if you want to stick to the same old tourist traps, overpriced junk, and government propaganda. This isn't that kind of book. I'm Elly, and this is My Saigon – updated for 2025. I'm your Saigonese friend who's super excited to show you around. I'll tell you where actual locals go with their friends on a free day, the places with the good stuff that rarely ...

In his ninth motorcycle journey, award-winning author Lawrence Bransby has chosen to travel through Vietnam. With the ever-present spectre of the war looking over his shoulder, Bransby travels throughout this fiercely independent country, meeting local people, riding sections of the Ho Chi Minh Trail close to the border with Cambodia, and spending time in a Vietnamese hospital after an accident–somehow inevitable after negotiating what are accepted as the second most dangerous roads in the world.

Embark on a journey to the captivating land of Vietnam with Things You Need to Know When Coming to Vietnam, your essential guide to unlocking the mysteries of this vibrant country. Whether you're a seasoned traveler or planning your first adventure, this audiobook offers invaluable insights into Vietnam's rich tapestry of culture, history, and breathtaking landscapes.

Sanctuary Moon, Finalist (Third Place) for "Best Fiction of 2020": "Time is a thief and history a lie," says young Dr. Tessa Leonard, historian and survivor of the brutal Nazi takeover of Austria. But what if the past could be redone, if Keplerian math theory and cosmology could grant you access to the alchemy of time, fate, and destiny, and let YOU set things right? Join Tessa Leonard and mathematician Troc Ang on their harrowing firsthand experience of the Fall of Saigon in 1975 and the dreaded Nazi "Anschluss" in 1938. Who dies, who's saved, and at what price? This story from award-...

Dalat is mountain sunrises, chicken soup, paddle boats, and pine forests. It's where Vietnamese people go to cool off in the summer, or see "European winter" for Christmas. Even in the hottest global-warmed summer, you don't need A/C here. Dalat is Vietnam like you've never seen it. As heavily touristed as Dalat is, tourists miss the best stuff. There's not much written on Dalat, other than the very touristy attractions and resorts. My local advice on in-depth, local Dalat -- always with map links and QR codes -- fills this book. This is Dalat the way I know it and love it. We'll eat UFO ...

L. Ngo is just an ordinary citizen, born and raised in Ho Chi Minh City with his family. Therefore, perhaps L. has witnessed the process of change and makeover of this city. L. loves to travel to see the world and learn many things. L. also loves listening to music and watching movies. Because the conditions did not allow to travel, from the movies, L. was able to know more about the big world. Through this book, L. would like to introduce listeners to an overview of where L. lives, a magnificent and beautiful city that still has ancient and elegant corners.

Imagine walking through the vibrant streets of Vietnam, confidently communicating with locals and immersing yourself in the culture. With the six audio sessions contained in this introductory Vietnamese course, you can quickly and easily learn the essential Vietnamese phrases and vocabulary you need to make the most of your trip.

This study of leadership results from an extraordinary three-decade-long military career that culminated with recognition for excellence by President Barack Obama. ARMY VALUES are the foundation of leadership for the United States Army. The following pages contain real-world leadership examples taken directly from the front lines of Operation Iraqi Freedom and will touch your soul. This is an excellent source of leadership inspiration for future generations of military and corporate leaders alike. Reading this book WILL make you a stronger leader. From the author of COMBAT JOURNAL, COMBAT ...

With travel tips and culture in our guidebooks written by a local, it is never too late to visit Saigon City. Greater Than a Tourist - Saigon City Vietnam by Tam Ta offers the inside scoop from the bustling city of Saigon. Most travel books tell you how to travel like a tourist. Although there is nothing wrong with that, as part of the Greater Than a Tourist series, this book will give you candid travel tips from someone who has lived at your next travel destination.

Byen som engang ble kalt Østens Paris har vært utsatt for store prøvelser, kanskje særlig de siste hundre årene. Før Vietnamkrigen kunne man finne mye å sette pris på: en fargerik historie, en rik kultur, kald øl, fransk champagne og bakverk, en velutdannet overklasse, eksotiske, vakre kvinner i det myke aftenlyset. Og opium... Mye har forandret seg siden den gang, og likevel så lite. Reiseskildringer beskriver steder som har og har hatt en viktig posisjon både geografisk og kulturelt sett.