For most travelers, Vietnam, also spelled Viet Nam according to the native pronunciation, is a country full of modern history, and travel to Asia is not complete without a visit to Viet Nam. While the Communist strongholds of the North and the battlefields of the Central region are not to be missed, there is something about the South of Viet Nam which continues to attract tourists there. With cheap flights now being offered from the biggest discount airlines in Southeast Asia, Viet Nam is poised for expansion. In the past, most of the cheap flights to Asia and Viet Nam in particular were controlled by the state-run airline, Vietnam Airlines. However, in recent years, Air Asia has begun offering very cheap flights to Ho Chi Minh City from Bangkok and Kuala Lumpur. Also, full service airlines such as Air France also have deals from time to time.

Ho Chi Minh City – Saigon

What was previously known as Saigon is now officially Ho Chi Minh City. However, it is still proper to call the central district of the city, which is District 1, Sai Gon. Indeed, many locals still refer to the entire city as Sai Gon. If a traveler visits someone who is known to be of the old Communist party, referring to the city as Ho Chi Minh City is the best idea.

In Sai Gon, there are several districts, with the main districts for tourists being District 1 and District 3. Most of the international hotels are here, and the big tourist districts are also here. Pham Ngu Lao and De Tham Streets are full of cheap places to stay for tourists. There are cheap packages Asia centered for those who are looking for a way to save money. In addition, there is a cheap tour Asia – themed which can be bought at one of the local travel agents on one of these streets.

One of the best things to do in Sai Gon is to wake up early and experience the Vietnamese food culture. For breakfast, most people will enjoy a steaming hot bowl of pho, the Vietnamese noodle soup. Commonly served with beef, this is a common breakfast food for the hard-working Vietnamese people. In addition, the coffee in Sai Gon is not to be missed.

After spending some time in Sai Gon, it is good to head south into the river delta region of the Mekhong. Here, quaint cities such as My Tho City can be easily enjoyed.

After soaking up the culture of southern Viet Nam, many tourists continue on their way to Bangkok. With many cheap flights to Thailand available in Sai Gon, getting up to the land of Thais is fairly easy. Also, for those wishing to head into East Asia, there are cheap flights to Japan originating out of Sai Gon. All of those who travel to Asia should make time to visit the south of Viet Nam.

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