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Vietnam
Come for historic but fast-changing cities and stunning landscapes—and fabulous food.
Why Go Now: Vietnam has developed rapidly, and the 40th anniversary of the end of the Vietnam War in 2015 is the perfect time to explore the iconic urban and rural scenes that have made it increasingly popular. Energetic cities from Hanoi to Hoi An to Ho Chi Minh City buzz with enticing restaurants and hotels like Hanoi's spectacular Sofitel Legend Metropole, while temples, colonial buildings, and markets retain their classic charm. New options help you explore beyond Vietnam's cities, whether you overnight on a boat in Halong Bay or see the towns and rice paddies of the Mekong Delta on a river cruise or by bicycle. Wherever you travel, the true friendliness of the people and reasonable costs are added benefits.
When to Go: November through March are peak times for sun in the south without too much heat or rain; the north will be cooler. April to June and September and October are less busy. Avoid the busy Tet New Year festival in January or February.
Insider Tip: Vietnamese markets, including floating ones, provide windows onto daily life that shouldn't be missed. The best times to mingle with locals as they shop are earlier in the morning and in late afternoon and at night.
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