I may be a bit partial because of my Vietnamese background, but after visiting all of continental South East Asia, I have found Vietnam to be one of the most diverse, enriching, exotic, and visually interesting countries. Vietnam has it all: extraordinary natural landscapes, captivating cities, an ethnic mosaic of friendly people, and a traditional rural life that has not changed in centuries. From 1998 to 2015, I have spent two dozens weeks in Vietnam on ten different trips.