Joshua Zukas has spent 12 years in Hanoi, writing about Vietnam and contributing to 10 guidebooks. He continues to see travelers make the same mistakes when visiting the country. Zukas outlines seven ...

I spent almost three weeks in Vietnam and made some mistakes that could've been avoided. I wish I'd learned more about local customs before my trip and packed more efficiently. Next time, I'd explore ...

Ho Chi Minh City (or “Saigon” as many of the locals still call it) has its own rhythms. Walkable in a way that doesn’t exist stateside, an American can stroll for hours in the oppressive afternoon ...