We avoided this for years… now we’ve been 3 times


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Hi Reader,

We’re currently travelling through Vietnam and again just visited a place we once avoided for years.

Ba Na Hills.

It actually took us multiple trips to the region before we finally went, and now we’ve been three times.

That probably tells you something.

Before visiting, we weren’t convinced. It’s not a cultural site, and it’s not really what people picture when they think of Vietnam.

It’s a mountaintop resort and theme park.

But once we went, it completely surprised us.

The cable car ride alone is worth it. You glide over mountains, waterfalls and mist before arriving at what feels like a completely different world.

Up the top, you’ve got the Golden Bridge, castles, gardens, entertainment and more. It’s a full day experience, and it’s always evolving.

That said, it’s not for everyone.

It can be crowded.
It can feel artificial.

And if you’re chasing authentic Vietnam, this isn’t it.

So the real question is not just “is it worth visiting?”

It’s whether it’s worth visiting for you.

We’ve broken it down clearly in this guide, including who we think should go, who should skip it, and how to decide:

👉 https://www.frequenttraveller.com.au/is-ba-na-hills-worth-visiting/

If you’re planning a trip, this is one of those decisions that can really shape your itinerary.

If you’ve been, hit reply and tell us. Did you love it or skip it? We’re always curious where people land on Ba Na Hills.

Safe Travels!

Ros & Alan



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Rosalind and Alan Cuthbertson are authors, owners, and content creators of Frequent Traveller. A leading travel blog designed to help you get more out of travel. Come along to learn about us, how we quit our jobs to travel the world, and how our many years of travel experience can help you.

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