Mabuhay and xin chào!

We are Marielle and Trang, co-founders of Tará Travel!

We create tailor-made trips in Central Vietnam fostering meaningful connections with the local culture.

“Tara!” means “Let’s go” in Filipino,

but we ditched the exclamation mark and added an accent, giving it a Vietnamese twist😅

 

Our Story

Marielle and Trang met back in 2017 at a dormitory in Hanoi, where they lived with four other roommates.

Marielle was working as an Engineer in the Philippines. But she had a sense that there was more to explore. So she decided in 2016 to quit he job and take a trip around Southeast Asia and ended up in Hanoi.

Around the same time, Trang was working at a bank in her hometown in Sơn La. She had a similar thought of venturing outside her comfort bubble which led her to the bustling city of Hanoi.

During their time together, Marielle shared the story of her trip and how she found her path of self-discovery. This helped Trang uncover her own spirit of adventure and set out on her solo journey.

By this time, Marielle had decided to make Vietnam her permanent home, choosing to live next to the ocean in the beautiful city of Da Nang. 

When the two explorers met again, they realized that they now viewed the world with their eyes open to the benefits of travel and spending time with people from other cultures. This led to the first conversations about setting up a business connected to the travel industry.

 

Our Purpose

To create meaningful journeys of self-discovery for Filipino travelers as they delve into Central Vietnam’s rich culture, cuisine, and natural charm, all while supporting local businesses, cultivating cross-cultural friendships, nurturing community collaboration, and practicing ethical tourism.

Our Vision

To be the top-of-head travel consultancy specializing in authentic Central Vietnam experiences, all while ensuring fair treatment of local businesses and maintaining budget-friendly options.

 

We are excited to travel with you soon!