Hoi An is a charming little coastal town in Vietnam that has recently shot to prominence owing to two factors: its unique UNESCO-branded downtown area and the inexpensive, excellent shopping options to cater to tourists especially. If you’re seeking a quality Hoi An hotel from which you can absorb the unique interiors of this quaint enclave of culture, a good choice is the Anantara Hoi An Resort. Featuring elegant interiors and warm island hospitality, this Hoi An spa resort is an ideal getaway for some quality rest and rejuvenation in the tropics. One of the most famous avenues to indulge a session or three or retail therapy is through the numerous tailors in the town, who will take any piece of fabric you give them and perfectly recreate a stunning design right off the catwalks of Milan or Paris, just from a picture and these replicas will cost around USD20-40 for dresses, and an unbelievable USD200 for a professionally tailored three-piece suit. The Hoi An Central Market is an excellent avenue to pick up a gorgeous array of silks, brocades and other fabrics that will be converted into your new wardrobe in no time. Bear in mind that the shops towards the entrance of the market overinflate their prices more than most sellers, so walk right past them for some quality bargain-hunting in the market’s interior. Hone your haggling skills as all prices quoted by the show owners will be excessively overpriced, so offer around half and work your way up to a compromise. If you politely decline and walk away, you might be surprised at the fair price that is then offered. The Central Market is also home to a spectacular selection of handicrafts, which makes perfect gifts to take home. In addition, try and invest in some beautiful silk or brocade lanterns, which run about USD10-15, and will provide a measure of exotic grace to any living room or bedroom back home. Hoi An is a very touristy town as it is bustling with visitors eager to enjoy the cheap and quality shopping here, so plunge into the fray and marvel at what you walk away with!
Angela Fernando is an impassioned travel writer who composes pieces under the pen name Sumaira Narayan. She loves writing about new and exciting places around the world and intends to visit them all someday.
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