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Jewellery Workshop in Hoi An
While there are many jewellery shops in Hoi An it feels more special to me to be directly involved in the process of creating a unique piece of jewellery for yourself. At Lotus Leaf Fine Art & Jewellery you can take part in a jewellery workshop and learn from a master who has worked on this craft from a young…
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The hidden Hoi An most people don’t get to see
To see what people usually don't see you have to get up at a time most people aren't awake yet. To learn about the hidden Hoi An, about the people who keep the city running and the places tourists, travellers and even most locals don't ever get see you have to find a local who knows these places and people…
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Leather Workshop in Hoi An
Of course you can find unique leather accessories or bags in Hoi An, or even get something made to your specifications, but why not make your own at a leather workshop in Hoi An? By yourself or in a small group this activity is for everyone, even if you aren't very "crafty".
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Hmong Batik Workshop – Sapa
While in Sapa I divided my time between the city and a homestay with a Hmong family in Ta Van village near Sa Pa. They offer half-day and full-day trekking tours and two ethnic handicraft workshops to their guests: a Hmong Indigo Batik Workshop and a Traditional Hmong Embroidery Workshop. I choose to do both.
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Tea tasting in Hoi An – La.kao Teahouse
At the end of several long winding, beautiful yellow painted and plant-lined alleyways, at the edge of the old town in Hoi, An La.Kao Teahouse offers an oasis of tranquility. The two storey tea house serves a wide selection of Vietnamese teas, hot and cold, plus sweet snacks that complement the beverages. At the bar area on the ground floor…
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Bar hopping in Hanoi – Vietnamese cocktail innovations
Bar hopping = special drinks at selected places. The beer street in Hanoi is well known, one pub next to the other, street vendors selling beer from giant tubs for little money. However, Hanoi also has a sophisticated bar scene with meticulously designed and curated interiors and innovative cocktails.
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Vietnam for adventure enthusiasts
A vacation isn't complete without the rush of adrenaline? Next to great food and a rich history Vietnam offers many adventures for travellers. 14 - 16 Days Itinerary | 13 - 15 Nights | 6 Cities | 17 unique adventures. Glowing Plankton, Rock Climbing, Canyoning, Paragliding, Snorkeling, Sand Dune Surfing, etc.
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Vietnam for coffee lovers – 10 day detailed Itinerary
You love coffee and want to explore Vietnam by tasting different coffees, staying at coffee farms and taking coffee workshops all over the country? Then this guide is for you. 10 Days | 9 Nights | 10 Coffees & things to do in between
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10 tours in and from Hoi An for your bucket list
Hoi An is the ideal base to explore Central Vietnam from. The city itself is a goldmine of tradition, art and culture and there is something to discover in every cardinal direction: North of Hoi An are Da Nang and Hue, South are Tam Thanh and Tam Ky, West are My Son Sanctuary and the Sao La Nature Reserve, East…
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Embroidery Workshop in Hoi An
Handcraft in Vietnam is still a very popular branch of work and artisans spend years mastering their craft. While some stay close to traditional designs, others have modernised. Embroidery is still done the same way today as it was done hundreds of years ago: With a needle and a thread, stitching a design into a cloth that is held in…
