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Serene landscape in Ninh Bình, Vietnam featuring grazing buffalo in lush rice fields.
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Itineraries

Hoi An Lantern Festival: How to Time Your Visit Around the Full Moon

Hoi An's monthly lantern festival falls on the 14th lunar day — here's how to plan your visit, what to expect on the night, and where to actually stand for photos.

Jun 21, 20264 min readcentral
A vibrant aerial shot of Hội An's lantern festival, showcasing colorful lights and bustling waterfront.
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Travel Tips

Hoi An Full Moon Lantern Festival: Monthly Schedule, What to Expect, and How to Beat the Crowds

Every 14th day of the lunar calendar, Hoi An's Ancient Town cuts the electric lights and floats on silk lanterns. Here's how to time it, work the streets, and actually photograph it.

Jun 21, 20264 min readcentral
Colorful lanterns in Hội An with a smiling vendor in traditional attire.
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Food & Drink

What to Buy and Eat in Hoi An's Lantern Shops and Food Stalls

Hoi An's Ancient Town is lined with shops selling silk lanterns and packaged snacks worth actually taking home — here's what to buy and what to skip.

May 26, 20265 min readcentral
Beautiful terraced rice fields with vibrant greenery and mountains in the background.
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Destinations

Hoi An Ancient Town: A Practical Traveler's Guide

Everything you need to plan a visit to Hoi An's old quarter — when to go, how to get there from Da Nang, what to eat, and what most visitors get wrong.

May 18, 20266 min readcentral
Vibrant night scene showcasing bustling riverside festivities in Hoi An Ancient Town, Vietnam.
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Destinations

Hoi An First-Time Guide 2026: What the Ticket Gets You

Ancient Town ticket is 120,000 VND but covers only 5 of 22 sites. This guide covers cao lau spots, tailor timelines, beach options, and the bus vs. taxi call

May 17, 202614 min readcentral
Lush green terraced rice fields with traditional houses in Vietnam.
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Destinations

Japanese Bridge Hoi An: 400 Years of History, a Restoration Row, and How to See It Right

Hoi An's Japanese Bridge has anchored the Ancient Town for four centuries. Here's what to know about its origins, the restoration that divided locals, and when to visit.

May 15, 20266 min readcentral
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