Tết in Hoi An was not just a single celebration—it was a gradual transformation. Over four weeks, we watched flowers appear, markets change, families gather, and traditions unfold as the town welcomed the Lunar New Year.
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Hoi An: Vegetable Gardens, Woodcarvers and Waterways
Beyond Hoi An's Ancient Town lie peaceful villages, traditional crafts, rice fields and waterways. Join us as we explore Tra Que and Cam Kim on foot, discovering a quieter side of Hoi An that many visitors never see.
Hoi An: Exploring the Ancient Town
Hoi An Ancient Town lived up to its reputation for lantern-lit streets and historic charm. Yet our favorite moments came during the quieter hours, when the crowds faded and the town's history, architecture, and atmosphere could be appreciated at a slower pace.
Our First Days in Hoi An: Kumquat Trees, Snails and Karaoke
Before Hoi An’s lanterns and Ancient Town, we found its everyday rhythm in the streets around our apartment — neighborhood festivals, local food, and unexpected evenings shaped by kumquat growers and karaoke. These early days revealed a side of Hoi An that guidebooks rarely show.