Situated in Vietnam's Red River Delta, Cuc Phuong National Park, the country's first national park, beckons travellers with its natural splendour and ecological significance. As the largest nature reserve in Vietnam, Cuc Phuong boasts unparalleled biodiversity, making it a vital sanctuary for a wide array of plant and animal species. Despite its nearly three-hour journey from Hanoi, this gem in Ninh Bình Province is well worth the effort.

The town of Versailles is a wealthy Parisian suburb and municipality, located 20 kilometres outside the city. In the 11th century, Versailles was merely a country village enveloping a castle and the church of Saint-Julien. Today, it is mostly known for the lavish Château de Versailles, which served as home to King Louis XIV and the summer palace to Napoleon. It also saw the historic signing of the Treaty of Versailles in 1919 in the now-legendary Hall of Mirrors.

Embark on a delicious culinary adventure with this Hanoi Street Food Tour, led by a knowledgeable local foodie. Dive into the rich flavours that define Vietnam's capital as you sample a diverse array of dishes—from rice noodle soup with beef to snails and steamed pancakes. Whether you choose a lunch or dinner departure, you're in for a treat as you savour the authentic tastes of Hanoi at local eateries carefully selected by your guide.

This legendary market will blow the mind of anyone who happens to have even a passing interest in seafood. The sheer variety of sea creatures sold here must be seen to be believed: apart from Korean favourites like crab and eel, there are the myriad types of fish and shellfish (try the 'kalguksu' noodles with clams, or 'bajirak'), plus essentially anything that can be extracted from the deep waters washing over Busan. Take a stroll around to gawk at the market's curiosities, such as the sea worm ('gaebul'), whose visual similarity to the male reproductive organ has earned it the apt nickname of 'penis fish'. Then, select the seafood that tickles your fancy and have it be cooked right then and there by one of the shops inside the market, many of which have a seating area in the second floor. Get all your seafood from a single vendor if you can, then proceed upstairs to be served your selection accompanied by sauces and side dishes (a few the latter can even be served on the house if you're in luck). Mind that a cooking charge applies, and the price on side dishes is listed per person. Given the upsurge in tourist numbers, prices at Jagalchi have reportedly gone up in recent years, leaving it for travellers who aren't exactly on a budget. Do not despair: most of what you'll see at the market is also served at nearly any seafood restaurant in town, and at a lower charge in some cases.