{"version":"1.0","type":"rich","provider_name":"Acast","provider_url":"https://acast.com","height":250,"width":700,"html":"<iframe src=\"https://embed.acast.com/$/609d86d5f7c7b233e71c0bb8/69d95e09fdeddc4b12807ae2?\" frameBorder=\"0\" width=\"700\" height=\"250\"></iframe>","title":"Vietnam - Old, New & Everything in Between","description":"<p>In this episode of Travel Our World, we explore Vietnam, a country of contrasts where ancient traditions and modern life exist side by side.</p><p><br></p><p>Martin is joined by Damian, who leads the conversation as they unpack a journey taken in <strong>January 2026</strong>, travelling the length of the country from the bustling streets of <strong>Hanoi</strong> to the energy of <strong>Ho Chi Minh City</strong>,</p><p>From dramatic landscapes and historic cities to unforgettable food and local experiences, Vietnam delivers something new at every turn.</p><p><br></p><p>In this episode we explore:</p><ul><li>First impressions of Hanoi and northern Vietnam</li><li>Ha Long Bay and life on the water</li><li>The Reunification Express overnight train</li><li>Huế and Vietnam’s imperial history</li><li>Hoi An, lanterns and coastal life</li><li>Ho Chi Minh City and its modern energy</li><li>The Mekong Delta and rural Vietnam</li><li>Why Vietnam surprises so many travellers</li></ul><p>This episode focuses on the <strong>human side of travel, </strong>the people, the pace and the constant shift between old and new.</p><p><br></p><p>We also discuss the latest <strong>travel news and tech</strong>, and check in with regular contributors to the show.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Lauren</strong> joins us with another Postcard from the Road, while <strong>Hannah</strong> shares the latest entry from The Mountain Diaries.</p><p><br></p><p>Follow the podcast and come along for the journey.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Real stories. Real journeys. One trip at a time.</strong></p>","author_name":"Martin McGrath & Damian Urwin"}