Solo Travel: 9 Must-Visit Destinations Before Tying the Knot

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Solo Travel: 9 Must-Visit Destinations Before Tying the Knot

Phu Yen

Away from the hustle and bustle, unlike the crowded beaches of Nha Trang or Da Nang, Phu Yen offers the sensation of those seeking the untouched beauty of the sea and sky. It's also a place that has provided stunning backdrops, captivating scenes for the movie 'The Scent of Green Papaya'. Nature has long bestowed upon this small piece of land in the Central South of Vietnam beautiful things that you may not find elsewhere.

Phu Yen, like a land of plenty with magnificent landscapes but lacking tourists. That's why once you've experienced Phu Yen, you'll want to come back again and again. When visiting Phu Yen, you can't miss famous destinations like Ganh Da Dia, Dien Cape lighthouse, Ganh Ba, Vung Ro Bay, Xuan Dai Bay, and a series of beautiful beaches.

Con Dao

Located in the Southeastern region of Vietnam's sea, within the province of Ba Ria - Vung Tau, Con Dao is an archipelago with a total area of 72 km², consisting of 16 small islands, the largest being Con Dao or Con Son Island. Here, you'll find azure seas, white sands, picturesque roads virtually devoid of people, contrasting with the overcrowded tourist hubs of Vung Tau, Nha Trang, Mui Ne, Phu Quoc... On the other hand, the island also carries within it a mysterious allure with remnants from the Vietnam War.

Additionally, surrounding Con Dao are numerous other small islands such as Bay Canh Island, Tai Island, Tre Island, Trung Island, Trac Island, or Cau Island... These are where coral reefs converge with the highest density in Vietnam, an ideal place for you to explore the fascinating ocean world.

Nam Du Archipelago

The Nam Du Archipelago lies to the southeast of Phu Quoc Island, in Kien Giang Province, about 60 km from the mainland, comprising 21 large and small islands, creating a stunning landscape amidst the Gulf of Thailand. On the tourism map, Nam Du is still relatively new. Therefore, Nam Du has retained the most authentic beauty of the island sea region. It's a beauty reminiscent of the coastal girls, simple, charming, tender yet rugged, salty.

Embarking on a journey to explore Nam Du Archipelago, you surely can't miss the pristine beautiful beaches considered as the specialties of this island sea region. Men Beach and Mau Island are two points with vast stretches of white sandy shores, surrounded by lush green coconut trees, cool and clear seawater. Surely there's no relaxation like the feeling of freedom amidst the vast ocean with the sea breeze blowing, leaving behind all the worries of life. Furthermore, the coral reefs and colorful fish around Hon Ong area will captivate tourists. Just put on your snorkeling mask and snorkel, you can easily dive around and marvel at this place.

Hue

Hue, gentle, dreamy, and enchanting like the characteristic purple color of this ancient capital. It's not just about exploring a new land, Hue is a wonderful place to delve into the history of the country, to learn more with many historical sites such as the Imperial City, tombs, temples...

Hue won't be boring even if you're someone who loves excitement. Serene, peaceful, but the beauty of Hue is a profound allure that everyone wants to explore and understand. Not to mention, Hue is a culinary paradise with countless delicious dishes, tempting those who love snacking. From clams rice, sizzling pancakes, alley desserts, clear dumplings, crispy pancakes, to beef noodles at very affordable prices.

Buon Ma Thuot

When mentioning Buon Ma Thuot, people often think of endless coffee fields. But wait, Buon Ma Thuot also captivates tourists with its towering majestic waterfalls, vast mysterious national parks, or the beauty of the legendary Serepok River. The most famous specialty of Buon Ma Thuot is its world-renowned pure coffee, incomparable anywhere else.

Visiting Buon Me Thuot, you can experience riding elephants through the forest and crossing streams in Buon Don, admire the roaring Dray Sap and Dray Nur waterfalls, immerse yourself in the beauty of Lak Lake, or savor the delicious grilled meats of the mountainous town. At night, the echoing sound of gongs in the Central Highlands, drinking rice wine, staying in long houses like the locals.

Ninh Binh

Just under 100 km from Hanoi, Ninh Binh tourism with its many beautiful landscapes and historical significance has become a destination chosen by many tourists. Travelers can visit Ninh Binh in all seasons of the year, but the best time to go is from January to March in the lunar calendar. In the springtime, it's neither too cold nor too hot here, especially travelers can combine tourism and spring outings to temples, praying for luck. Additionally, at the end of May and beginning of June is the time when the rice ripens in Tam Coc, perfect for travelers who love photography.

Unmissable destinations when traveling to Ninh Binh include Tam Coc, Bich Dong, Bai Dinh Pagoda, Trang An, Van Long lagoon, Thung Nham bird garden, Cuc Phuong National Park, Hoa Lu ancient capital, Phat Diem church,...

Da Lat

We've often thought of Da Lat as only for couples in love or honeymooners after weddings. But Da Lat also has another beauty when you set foot here, a nostalgic feeling free from the burdens of life. Come to Da Lat on chilly days, wrap yourself in warm clothes, enjoy a cup of coffee, stroll along romantic streets, and bring along your camera to capture beautiful scenes for yourself.

Don't carry the notion that Da Lat is sad as people often say. It's a place with romantic scenery, abundant nature with many options for exploration. It's Cù Lần village, LangBiang, white cabbage hills, vast sunflower fields amidst the highland to let us enjoy the freshness like a second Sapa of Vietnam. And Da Lat is also special as a culinary paradise with many unforgettable dishes for any traveler such as banh can, grilled dishes, banh xeo,...

Sapa

If you want to experience a solo adventure in the Northwest, Sapa is the place to go to experience the beauty of nature, people, and indulge in local specialties here. Just about a 5-hour drive on the expressway, you can reach this poetic, simple town that will surely captivate you. From Sapa, you can explore highland villages or majestic mountain passes, and you will be amazed by the majestic, pristine beauty of this land.

Sapa brings you a sense of tranquil serenity, rustic emotions, and wonderful moments when forgetting all the fatigue and noise of everyday life. Enjoy moments of relaxation amidst the pristine nature of the mountains, letting your heart calm down with simple things in the mountain town.

Mekong Delta

The Mekong Delta is famous for its fruit orchards, the largest rice granary in the country, with incredibly unique cultural features that cannot be found elsewhere. Not to mention, the people of the Mekong Delta are extremely friendly, and the cuisine here is extremely diverse and remarkable with fermented fish hotpot, linh fish hotpot, coconut flower salad, and various rustic but unforgettable cakes.

Here, you will have extremely fresh and novel experiences, such as visiting floating markets, wandering into fruit gardens with abundant orchards. If you are an explorer, the Mekong Delta is even more worth visiting as it has a myriad of beautiful and famous tourist spots such as Tra Su cajuput forest, Bun Binh Thien, Tram Chim...

By Phong Chau (Compilation)

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Reference: Mytour Travel Guide