Fodor's Essential Vietnam

COMPETITIVE ADVANTAGE:

• Fodor's offers comprehensive, in-depth coverage of all regions of Vietnam and includes additional context about the history of Ho Chi Minh City, Hoi An, and more.
• A team of local writers provide the insider knowledge and up-to-date coverage for this guide.

TOURISM TRENDS:

• Before Covid, travel to Vietnam was up 3.2 percent, according to Vietnam Tourism.
• Vietnam is widely considered to have implemented a successful response to Covid-19, with effective safety measures and, as of April 2021, only 35 total deaths. Visitors can expect safety to be the country's top priority.
• The COVID-19 pandemic in 2020 and 2021 caused a steep drop-off in tourism to many destinations, but surveys have shown an ongoing interest in international travel once it becomes safe again. The number of Americans traveling overseas is expected to increase in mid-2021, once vaccinations have been administered to a wide variety of people.

FULLY REDESIGNED!

• New front cover has eye-catching full-bleed images with key selling points on the front
• New back cover fully-redesigned
• "Best of" Lists will visually engage the reader and provide an overview of the entire destination (best things to eat, see, do, drink, as well as what to read and watch before going)
• Visually focused with more color and images including more full and half-page images throughout and color-coded category icons
• Other useful features including Great Itineraries, Ultimate Experiences, and History You Can See
• "Travel Smart" (logistical planning tips section) now at the front of the book and redesigned to be more infographic in feel
• Stronger Voice and Opinions give all Fodor's guides more personality. Books are more friendly and conversational in tone, going beyond informational to being inspirational

CURATED AND RELEVANT:

• Focused coverage on only the best places so travelers can make the most out of their limited time.
• Carefully vetted recommendations for all types of establishments and price points.

CONCISE:

• Shortened reviews presented with brevity and focus.

Please see additional key selling points in the book main description