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20 Famous Landmarks in Vietnam You Cannot Miss

  • by Shweta Singhal
  • Posted on December 12, 2025December 12, 2025

Astounding natural beauty, interesting but complex culture and history, mouth-watering culinary treats, chaotic and vibrant cities is what awaits you in Vietnam. If you are planning a trip to Vietnam, you don’t want to miss out on some of the famous Vietnam landmarks.

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Day Trip to Hue: Visit the Imperial Capital of Vietnam

  • by Shweta Singhal
  • Posted on November 22, 2025December 5, 2025

Hue was the capital of Vietnam during the Nguyen Dynasty, which ruled until 1945. It is one of the most impressive heritage landmarks in all of Vietnam. We did a day trip from Danang to Hue via a scenic mountain road.

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A magical experience on a Halong Bay overnight cruise

  • by Shweta Singhal
  • Posted on October 17, 2025November 22, 2025

Halong Bay can be a magical experience. Read more on one of the best Halong Bay luxury cruise experiences that takes you further to the quieter Bai Tu Long Bay.

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Things to do in Danang: Beach + History + Food + Nature

  • by Shweta Singhal
  • Posted on September 26, 2025November 22, 2025

There are some awesome things to do in and around Da Nang including some fantastic day trips from Danang to Hoi An and Hue. Besides cultural immersion, laze around at Danang beaches, take a cycling tour or a snorkel trip, visit the longest bridge in Vietnam.

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The Best Family Holiday Destinations in Asia

  • by Shweta Singhal
  • Posted on September 12, 2025November 19, 2025

Here are some of the best family holiday destinations in Asia to inspire you! Countries, city breaks and island getaways, this bumper post has all ideas.

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A Mekong River cruise is a fascinating experience.
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Cruise The Mekong differently: Enjoy Refinement and Wild Nature

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  • Posted on May 24, 2025October 28, 2025

A luxurious Mekong cruise offers a chance to discover the secrets of this mythical river. Here’s a guide to exploring the region. What are the must-see spots, and when is the best season to plan a trip?

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Hi! I am Shweta, the zest of this blog :-).

I have always been passionate about travel and immersing in new experiences. Having been to over 45 countries, the idea behind this blog is to bring family-friendly itineraries and tips, destinations, and luxury stays to the readers. My belief is that family travel needn’t be boring and one can do a mix of local culture & food, adventure activities and relaxation, all with family.

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Would you consider a temple stay in Japan’s most h Would you consider a temple stay in Japan’s most holy town?
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That’s what we did. Koyasan makes for a unique getaway from Osaka. You can choose to stay overnight in one of the 50 temples in this mountain-top town and enjoy ancient Buddhist rituals, meditation, and stunning scenery. 
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Don’t miss out on the largest cemetery in the world. We took a night tour and the eerie atmosphere in the darkness has to be experienced because I don’t have adequate words to describe it fully.
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Full disclosure: My teen daughter did not care much for the temple stay so it is more suited for adults than families. She did enjoy this beautiful town though.
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It seems like the whole world is headed to Japan. It seems like the whole world is headed to Japan. Why not? The Land of the Rising Sun ☀️ offers natural beauty, cultural sites, local cuisine and so much more in abundance. 
And even after you come back, so many things stick with you - their efficient public transport system, how polite and helpful the Japanese people are, the densely populated cities are not noisy and crazy, the natural beauty in smaller towns.
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My family trip to Japan in 2 weeks is up on the blog. Link in bio. Check it out.
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If you are into war history, a day trip to Hiroshi If you are into war history, a day trip to Hiroshima is a must. And Miyajima island from Hiroshima adds a nice counterpoint to the searing exhibits at Hiroshima Peace Memorial Museum with its scenic beauty, free roaming deer and famous torii gate.
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Latest post on my blog to help you plan a day trip (or overnight) to Hiroshima and Miyajima Island. Check it out. Link in bio.
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So many of you have reached out for planning tips So many of you have reached out for planning tips and itineraries for Japan. The cultural and historical sites, their traditional experiences and cuisine, the neon-lit cities and the contrasting green rural areas, the excellent public transport system, and finally the cost all make Japan an excellent travel destination.
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My first Japan post is published and what better to cover than the ancient capital for over a thousand years, Kyoto.
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Many folks have reached out for activities to do w Many folks have reached out for activities to do with kids, young ones or teens. Apart from the known theme parks in Japan of course.
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The Samurai Ninja Museum in Asakusa Tokyo is a good blend of engaging information about samurai and ninja history; plus some fooling around wearing costumes, playing with swords ⚔️ and practicing ninja 🥷 skills! They have a branch in Kyoto as well.
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Getting the tickets to #shibuyasky wasn’t as diffi Getting the tickets to #shibuyasky wasn’t as difficult as getting my husband and daughter to pose for photos there 😁
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It is a fun activity but there are loads of great views in Tokyo. 
Tokyo Skytree for one, the tallest structure in Japan.
You can go to the observation deck of Tokyo Metropolitan Govt Building.
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Are you the one for high altitude views?
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