Time Out magazine has selected Hanoi as an ideal autumn getaway, highlighting the city's vibrant foliage, cool air, and the colorful Mid-Autumn Festival celebrations in the Old Quarter.
Two weeks before the Mid-Autumn Festival, Hang Ma street is awash with vibrant colors from lanterns and toys, attracting large crowds of visitors who flock to check in early, filling the 300-meter-long street.
Visitors from various provinces arrived in Hanoi as early as August 31st, prepared to eat simple meals, forgo showers, and sleep on the streets for two nights to secure prime viewing spots for the September 2nd parade.
Many upscale hotels in Hanoi are offering discounted rooms, complimentary drinks, and free meals to attract visitors during the 2/9 National Day holiday.
Agoda reports a fourfold increase in domestic tourist interest in Hanoi for the 2/9 National Day holiday compared to last year, demonstrating the capital's appeal.
