Saigon, officially known as Ho Chi Minh City, is easily overlooked by travelers looking to experience surreal landscapes such as the numerous limestone monoliths of Halong Bay, the cascading rice terraces in Sapa or the immense green tea hills of Dalat. What most don’t immediately realize is that Saigon has a personality unlike any other […]
It is the dense network of the Mekong River and its tributaries that developed the waterway transport system and formed the special customs of the locals here. The habit of trading goods in the floating markets stands out and has become an image representing the area’s tourism. Cai Rang Floating market of Can Tho is […]
When I travel, I love spending time wandering and seeking local goods to bring home and gift to people I care about. If you also like watching your loved ones’ faces light up as you hand them a gift, you might be wondering what to buy when traveling in Sapa. This article will give you […]
If your travel bucket list includes trying worldly cuisine, there should be room in it for bun dau mam tom – Vietnamese fermented shrimp paste noodle. Sure, pho, bun cha, banh mi, banh xeo may be among the most popular in Vietnam, but if you would like to try something a little more unique, then […]
Let’s face it. Despite the fact that it’s a total tourist trap filled with over-enthusiastic vendors who won’t take no for an answer, Ben Thanh Market is (almost) the center of the universe when it comes to Saigon. Most visitors usually end up around the vicinity sometime on their visit, and once they’ve been overwhelmed […]
Just like every other country, Vietnam has many occasions to commemorate and mark important historical moments. These national holidays often hold a lot of different meanings and come with a whole range of complicated ways to celebrate. For visitors, learning about a country’s public holidays in advance could become very handy in planning for your […]
I used to believe that currency exchange was a piece of cake. This was until I had a chance to travel out of Vietnam to Cambodia, and only when I had to convert to Cambodian Riel did I realize that the struggle is real. On my way back to Vietnam, I decided that I should […]
Now that you’ve decided to travel to the biggest city of Vietnam, Saigon, I’m sure there are a few questions in your mind just as you would if you decide to visit any other country in Southeast Asia. Some of these, I’m sure, are: “When is the best time to visit the city?”, “When is […]
Stop by, even if it’s just for a day, to travel back in time, learn about the country’s rich history and traditions and try unique regional delicacies. Explore breathtaking landscapes and scenery as you travel to the famous royal tombs in the city’s vicinity. Hue – A Quick Introduction Located in the geographical center of […]