(TITC) - Christopher Elliott, an American blogger, shared his article on USA Today about his trip around the world in 2023. Hoi An (in Central Vietnam) was the biggest surprise in 12 cities he has been to.
Hoi An Ancient Town (Photo: Collection)
Christopher Elliot spent 365 days of 2023 to travel to 12 cities in the world and according to Elliot, there is no shortage of fascinating places to visit in 2024. During his trip to the 12 cities, he spent several weeks shopping in the markets, exploring cities and befriending the locals. After his adventure around the world, he listed the 12 best places to see in 2024 as a suggestion for travel lovers worldwide.
From January to April, he travelled to Antarctica, Doha (Qatar), Christchurch (New Zealand) and Kyoto (Japan). Each destination left him unforgettable memories. However, his trip to Hoi An (Vietnam) in May left him a great surprise, in good meaning. “Vietnam was the biggest surprise of my 2023travels”, stated Elliot. He spent his long weekend in Hoi An, the central city of Vietnam. Even now, he is still impressed by its charming nature, lush green mountains and picturesque beach.
Hoi An is an ancient city filled with temples and a rich history of various cultural influences of Vietnamese, Chinese and Japanese. This city was once an important trading port during the 15th-19th centuries. Visitors coming here should not miss the experience of going to the market and admiring the sunset on Thu Bon River, when boats float down the river with colourful lanterns.
Elliot then spent his last 6 months of 2023 travelling through Fukuoka (Japan), Santiago (Chile), Seoul (South Korea), Los Angeles (USA), Chiang Rai (Thailand), Siem Riep (Cambodia), Hobart (Tasmania).
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