‘’Hell on Earth’’ was how Con Doa Prison was described during its heyday - and that alone tells you all about the dire conditions and brutal torture liberally dished out by its guards and security staff. It seems ironic that Con Dao Prison is situated on a beautiful tropical island considering the horrors that took place there. Con Son Island, where the prison is located, …
Hon Ba Island, Vietnam
One of the best-kept secrets in Vung Tau and often overlooked for its small size, Hon Ba Island is home to the Mieu Ba Temple. Typically only accessible by boat, every 14th and 15th lunar day of the month, the tides recede enough that you can walk from shore to the island. An important religious site to the locals, the island also hosts many spiritual festivities throughout …
Ho Tram, Vung Tau, Vietnam
Often called the “Sister City” to Ho Coc (Hồ Cốc), Ho Tram (Hô `Tràm) is a small beach community in Vietnam's Ba Ria-Vung Tau (Bà Rịa-Vũng Tàu) Province. Frequently described as a pristine beachfront with limited development, Ho Tram is one of the most popular seaside destinations for locals and tourists in Ho Chi Minh City. Yearning to become an internationally recognized …
Ho Coc, Vung Tau, Vietnam
An up-and-coming beach resort destination, Ho Coc (Hồ Cốc) is a small coastal community in Vietnam’s Ba Ria-Vung Tau (Bà Rịa-Vũng Tàu) Province. Often overlooked in favor of the nearby Vung Tau City, this beach area is an ideal place where tourists can escape the crowds while still enjoying a seaside vacation. With new developments being planned for the coast, Ho Coc is …
The Bluffs Ho Tram Strip – Ba Ria-Vung Tau Province
Designed by Greg Norman and opened in 2014, The Bluffs Ho Tram Strip golf course is located about 80 km (50 mi) southeast of Ho Chi Minh City. This 18-hole, par-71 course was previously rated as #76 World’s Greatest Golf Course by Golf Digest magazine. One of the best features of this course is the fact that its peak at 50 m (164 ft) elevation is high enough to admire the coast …
Ho May Park – Vung Tau
A stop to Vung Tau isn't complete without a visit to Ho May Park, an amusement park that's guaranteed to be one of the most unique ones you'll see in your life. There won't be a lack of things to see, do, and experience with several different areas to explore. The park is set on top of Nui Lon's peak and spreads over 100 hectares/247 acres of land, offering some fantastic …
Con Son Island, Vietnam
Apart from the mainland in the Con Dao Archipelago is Con Son Island, the capital and only inhabited area of the Con Dao Islands. A secluded destination, tourism in Con Son is growing as word spreads about its natural beauty. Once called “Hell Island” because of the prisons built by the French, Con Son has become one of Southern Vietnam’s best places to go for a resort …
Vung Tau Christ Statue
Towering over the city of Vung Tau, the Jesus Christ statue, which, as of the early 2010s, also happens to be the largest Christian structure in Asia, is a sight to be seen. With a height of 32 meters (105 ft) and a width of 18.3 meters (60 ft), it's hard not to notice how similar of a presence this monument has compared to the Christ the Redeemer statue in Rio de …
Ba Ria-Vung Tau Province, Vietnam
An economic stronghold for Vietnam, tourism in the Bà Ría-Vung Tàu Province is booming. Once a holiday spot for French colonizers, Bà Ría-Vung Tàu Province is now one of South Vietnam’s top destinations. The province is widely recognized for its fantastic beaches and remote islands. With attractions like the Con Dao Islands and Vung Tàu City, visitors will want to spend at …
Con Dao Islands, Vietnam
Comprised of 16 islands off of the Southern Coast of Vietnam, the Côn Dao Islands are one of the only conservation areas in the country that has been designated to protect both terrestrial and marine habitats. Of the 16 islands in Côn Dao, only Côn Son is inhabited and developed for tourism. On Côn Son, there are beachside resorts and villages for tourists that want a quiet …
Vung Tau, Vietnam
A picture-perfect port city on Vietnam’s South Coast, Vūng Tàu has become the go-to beach destination for those looking to escape the commotion of Ho Chi Minh. With a sprawling coastline, Vūng Tàu is host to a variety of luxury resorts, boutique hotels, quality restaurants, and fun activities. Widely known amongst locals as being a top vacation spot, Vūng Tàu’s breathtaking …
Con Dao National Park – Ba Ria-Vung Tau Province
Encompassing 16 islands off of Vietnam’s Southern Coast, Côn Dao National Park is one of only a few conservation areas in the country that protects both forest and marine habitats. Of the Côn Dao’s 16 islands, Côn Son is the only inhabited island. As the main hub for tourists, Con Son is where most visitors stay as the island has both resorts and beachside villages. A blend …
Museum of Ba Ria – Vung Tau
The Vung Tau Provincial Museum has a distinctive façade featuring white and gold art-deco style curves representing the waves of the ocean. It offers a good introduction to the province’s natural eco-systems, diverse ethnic communities, traditions, and thousands of years of history. The museum follows a chronological journey through the region’s history, from prehistoric …