Hoi An, Hanoi named best Asian destinations

Princess d’Annam Resort and Spa in the central province of Binh Thuan
Hoi An and Hanoi were listed as two of the best holiday destinations in Asia in a recent poll carried out by online travel magazine Smart Travel Asia.
The historic town of Hoi An remained in the fifth spot in the top ten holiday destinations in Asia while Hanoi entered the list for the first time in seventh position. Kerala in India topped the list, moving up from third last year.
The annual Best in Travel poll that ran from May to July also listed the best hotels, resorts, spas, airlines and airports in Asia.
The Nam Hai in Hoi An was ranked second in the top 25 leisure hotels and resorts in Asia. Sofitel Legend Metropole Hanoi, Sofitel Da Lat Palace and Princess d’Annam Resort and Spa were also featured in the list.
Smart Travel Asia has over one million readers worldwide who are frequent travelers. The Best in Travel poll, now in its sixth year, allows readers to vote for their favorites among thousands of options in Asia.