Luxury Travel to Vietnam

The romance of IndoChina as well as its turbulent recent history makes Vietnam an interesting destination for travellers. Combining natural beauty, a nascent capitalism and a rich history, a journey to Vietnam is best prepared for by an understanding of the recent events of Vietnam.

To this end, Urbane Nomads will suggest literature for you to peruse prior to your trip.

Take 'The Lover's' Tour in Vietnam, tracing the significant landmarks earmarking the affair of a 15-year-old French girl and her wealthy 27-year-old Chinese lover in French-controlled Vietnam.

Explore the movement of 'the rebellious monks', starting with the temple where the car transporting Thich Quang Duc is showcased(the photograph of the Burning Monk having captured the public imagination, going down into mainstream consciousness through the use of the iconic image of Thich Quang Duc's burning on album cover of Rage Against the Machine.