A corner of Thua Hien-Hue's Lang Co Bay (Photo: VNA)Hanoi (VNA) - Vietnam is one of two Southeast Asian destinations that TravelLeisure urges holiday-goers in their 50s to visit.
Inits new global checklist of best travel journeys that people in their fifties,"with a successful career and enough money in hand", can take, the USmagazine recommends Vietnam is a perfect place to interact with locals, enjoyauthentic food and cultural experiences.
Itsuggests an exploration of UNESCO heritage sites in central Vietnam, such asthe Hoi An ancient town, Hue Imperial Citadel and My Son Sanctuary.
“Avisit to the Banyan Tree Lang Co in central Vietnam will get travellers awayfrom everyday life with its exotic location, ancient towns, and UNESCO WorldHeritage sites.”
“Guestscan explore local fishing villages and lagoons in a traditional basket boat,learn to make spring rolls and Bun Bo Hue, a traditional noodle dish, or bookprivate yoga instruction,” it said.
Theother Southeast Asian destination Travel Leisure recommends is Thailand'sPhuket.
Vietnamhas consistently been ranked as one of the world’s best value for moneydestinations.
In2017, the Forbes magazine ranked Vietnam as one of the cheapest destinations tovisit, with affordable luxury resorts, healthy food at cheap prices andbeautiful sights.
Areport compiled by International Living, an Ireland-based publishing companythat writes about retiring overseas, and Panama-based travel magazine Live andInvest Overseas ranked Vietnam seventh among 10 best beach destinations in theworld for retirees this year.-VNA
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