Street Vendors in Hanoi: Guide to Experiencing Authentic Local Life

To many travelers, Hanoi is known for its Old Quarter, lakes, and colonial architecture. Yet [...]

Red Envelope Tradition at the Lunar New Year – Lì Xì Tết

Every Lunar New Year, as Vietnam awakens to the sounds of firecrackers, laughter, and heartfelt [...]

First Footing Tradition: Welcoming Luck at Lunar New Year

In Vietnamese culture, the Lunar New Year is not merely a change of date – [...]

Kitchen God Ritual in Vietnam: Beauty of a Cultural Tradition

The Kitchen God ritual in Vietnam, known as the worship of Ông Công Ông Táo [...]

Five-Fruit Tray for Tet in Vietnamese Culture

In Vietnamese culture, Tet (Lunar New Year) is not only a time for family reunions [...]

Vietnamese Tet Meal: Essential Dishes for Tet Traditions

The Vietnamese Tet meal is a living expression of history, belief, and family values. For [...]

Traditional Tet Meal: Vietnamese Lunar New Year Traditions

During the days leading up to Tet, the Lunar New Year, Vietnamese homes across the [...]

Vietnamese New Year’s Eve Ritual: History & Traditions

The Vietnamese New Year’s Eve ritual, known as Cúng Giao Thừa, is one of the [...]

Hanoi Lunar New Year: Cultural Activities Tet 2026 and Beyond

Hanoi Lunar New Year | While many cities in Vietnam celebrate the Lunar New Year, [...]

Lunar New Year 2026 in Vietnam: The Year of the Horse

Are you planning a trip during Lunar New Year 2026 in Vietnam? If so, you [...]