In Reply to: JBR Vietnam vs. Bali posted by Morning price on Wednesday, 14. April 2010 at 11:00 Bali Time:
I travelled to Vietnam to see - Vietnam. Not to replicate a Bali experience. Vietnam is a unique country and as I grew up in the times of the Vietnam war, so seeing places like Hanoi was incredibly fascinating. But I didnt think of 'how similar to Bali is this' when I was there.
Ha Noi is an amazing place. You can still feel the culture, the impact of Communisim, the people are wonderful. Walk all the streets that still ply the old trades of silk, bamboo, cotton etc. Visit the mausoleum. Have a look at Chui Chi tunnels, the remnants of the US and Australian invasions, talk with the people. Halong Bay is simply stunning. Hoi An beautiful beaches. Not sure why you would compare, it is not meant to be Bali.