Enormous lakes, huge waterfalls, elephant rides, jungles, warm and friendly people, fabulous food – experiences that will last a lifetime. Canoe on historic lakes, kayak the South China Sea, snorkel its pristine waters, see some of the largest waterfalls in the world, visit untouched islands, trek to hill-tribe areas, collect ethnic art, wander through the food and craft markets, explore the ancient teak forests. The author visits the area each year for several months and knows it intimately. She shows you the best ways to see every part of it. Visit the Chinese border of Vietnam to watch the trading hubbub, see Hanoi and the remnants of its Colonial past, rent a bicycle to explore the old city and the French Quarter. The author shows you how. In Hué the imperial temples along the Perfume River will never leave your memory. We tour them. Laos & Cambodia, almost undiscovered by Westerners, are lands of stunning scenery, raging rivers, fantastic food. We provide detailed information on where to stay, what to eat and where, what to see and do. The author shows you how to experience this region more intensely and directly than most travelers know how to do – seeing the places close-up through walks and other adventures, both cultural and physical.