Vietnam named in the world’s top backpacking destinations
The travel website Rough Guides has revealed the world`s top 10 best backpacking destinations. Accordingly, Vietnam was ranked at 9th place.
The travel website Rough Guides has compiled a list of the world’s best backpacking destinations. In the ASEAN region, Vietnam, Thailand, Laos and Cambodia are among the best destinations for backpacking tourists, according to Rough Guides.
Writing about Vietnam, Rough Guides said the country is buzzed with energy and hope. Backpackers can discover colorful cities which are full of amazing scenery and delicious street foods.
The website also recommends tourists to opt for a motorbike trip along the national routes, or enjoy the magnificent Ha Long Bay from a cruise’s window. With the mountain tribes, offbeat beaches and beautiful countryside, Vietnam is considered as the paradise for backpackers.
Beside Vietnam, Thailand, Laos and Cambodia are three other southeast countries also in Rough Guides’ list.
Thailand was chosen for its rich culture, low-cost and a great number of sights and activities.
Laos’ high ranking came from the hospitality of its people.
Meanwhile, Rough Guides’ readers are impressed with the cities and towns of Cambodia, saying that they are the perfect place to learn about the country’s history.
New Zealand was selected as the best backpacking destination in the world. The website wrote that the country, a relatively small island boasting an astounding variety of jaw-dropping landscapes, is a utopia for fans of the great outdoors.
In the country, bus lines geared specifically towards backpackers makes getting around and meeting other travellers a cinch, while hitchhiking or renting a campervan are excellent alternatives.
When arriving the country, visitors could participate in a lot of interesting activities such as trekking in Fiordland, surfing at Raglan or skydiving in Queenstown.
The rest of the list includes Peru, Sri Lanka, Bolivia, Spain and India.
Writing about Vietnam, Rough Guides said the country is buzzed with energy and hope. Backpackers can discover colorful cities which are full of amazing scenery and delicious street foods.
Vietnam was ranked at 9th place in the world's top 10 best backpacking destinations by travel website Rough Guides.
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Beside Vietnam, Thailand, Laos and Cambodia are three other southeast countries also in Rough Guides’ list.
Thailand was chosen for its rich culture, low-cost and a great number of sights and activities.
Meanwhile, Rough Guides’ readers are impressed with the cities and towns of Cambodia, saying that they are the perfect place to learn about the country’s history.
New Zealand was selected as the best backpacking destination in the world. The website wrote that the country, a relatively small island boasting an astounding variety of jaw-dropping landscapes, is a utopia for fans of the great outdoors.
When arriving the country, visitors could participate in a lot of interesting activities such as trekking in Fiordland, surfing at Raglan or skydiving in Queenstown.
The rest of the list includes Peru, Sri Lanka, Bolivia, Spain and India.
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