Whether it’s the heady humidity, the chequered past or the outlandishly good street food that attracts your attention, there’s no denying the allure of Vietnam. In fact, it remains one of the world’s most visited countries. And while its cities, especially the buzzing metropolis of Ho Chi Minh (formerly Saigon) and historical Hoi An remain key drawcards, they’re far from the extent of the nation’s offerings. A new journey, courtesy of luxe resort group Anantara, seeks to showcase the wonders that lie in the country’s far more sparsely populated centre – picture a glamorous train carriage that carries you straight into the heart of Vietnam.
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