Vietnams Most Unique Destination
Vietnams Most Unique Destination The Ancient Town of Hoi An Vietnam’s port city of Hoi An once ranked amongst the Southeast Asia’s most important trade harbors. Ships from all over the globe sailed in off the East Sea and down the Thu Bon River to unlo
A Drive to Awaken the Soul
A Drive to Awaken the Soul Check out this nice drive/ride in District 3 near downtown Ho Chi Minh City Whether you’re a visitor who’s rented a scooter and wants to escape from the busy downtown streets of Saigon or you’re an expat who needs a bre
An Interview with local expat, Tiffany Trood
An Interview with local expat, Tiffany Trood Having Clothes Custom-Made in Vietnam Tiffany Trood, an expat from Canada, has been living in Ho Chi Minh City (HCMC) for several years, working as a teacher at an international elementary school. She was the perfe
Experience the wonders of My Tho
Experience the wonders of My Tho Navigating the canals in a traditional shallow hulled boat Escape the hustle and bustle of Ho Chi Minh City where the air is cooler, food is fresher and the life a little less chaotic. Only a hop, skip and a jump from Vietnam&rsquo
Discover the Diversity of Dak Lak Province
Discover the Diversity of Dak Lak Province The variety of culture is truly wonderful Located in the romanticised central highlands region (Tây Nguyên in Vietnamese), Dak Lak Province is a very special place for the Vietnamese people. It’s home to
If you love coffee then Ho Chi Minh City loves you
If you love coffee then Ho Chi Minh City loves you Ca Phe Sua Da Upon arrival in Vietnam most travelers face the same difficult decision: Pho or coffee? After the unsatisfying plane food it’s usually straight to a bowl of legendary Pho noodles. After t
Saigons Must Eat Foods
Saigons Must Eat Foods Com Tam or Broken Rice These days many people are willing to travel this wide world in search for the ultimate in gastronomical experiences. Vietnam is one of the countries always nestled near the top of the ‘must-eat’ lists and
Get Lost Among the Mangroves at Can Gio
Get Lost Among the Mangroves at Can Gio Mangroves Can Gio Before the 17th century modern day Saigon was actually a little Khmer fishing village known as the “Forest City”. As far as the eye could see, the vast muddy, low lying area was covered in swamp
Saigons Best Parks
Saigons Best Parks Parklife - Morning Exercises For the past decade Saigon has been one of Asia’s fastest growing cities and luckily for us, it has retained a lot of its green spaces. Many inner-city streets are lined with century-old trees, canals are borde
A Tale of Two Saigon Streets
A Tale of Two Saigon Streets Bui Vien St versus Dong Khoi St Central Saigon is probably one of the most polarising places in Vietnam. In some parts of town you can find yourself a US$3 dorm bed while a few doors down there’s US$600 a night-hotel suite. Outsi
Chợ Lớn
Chợ Lớn - Saigons Chinatown Dragon Pond “Chợ Lớn” is the beating heart of Saigon’s thriving Chinatown, but it also helps to bond the entire Chinese community living in Southern Vietnam. Quite different to the city’s other districts, its con
A Visit to Ho Chi Minh Museum
A Visit to Ho Chi Minh Museum A palace fit a Governor Location: Corner of Ly Tu Trong and Pasteur St (Only a short walk from Ben Thanh Market)
Opening Times: 8am-5pm 7 Days a week
Price: 15,000 VND (US$0.70)
The building which now houses Ho Chi Minh City M
The coastal city of Phan Thiet
The coastal city of Phan Thiet Mui Me Beaches If you are looking for a quiet beach escape to enjoy a palm dotted coastline and various sightseeing opportunities in the surrounding area then it is a great idea to take either the train or a bus to Phan Thiet to have
Traveling by train in Vietnam
Traveling by train in Vietnam A great way to explore Vietnams wonders! Traveling by train in Vietnam is an experience that you will remember for a lifetime as it will show you the scenery the country has to offer as well as it will give you insight in the local wa
An Afternoon at Saigon Zoo and Botanical Gardens
An Afternoon at Saigon Zoo and Botanical Gardens See Whats Happening at the Zoo! If the sunshine and heat of Saigon’s streets becomes a little too much to bear, keep your head up and make your way to the shady refuge of the always peaceful Saigon Zoo and Bot
A stay in Dalat
A stay in Dalat The city of Eternal Spring At a height of 1500m above sea level, Dalat wins the title of “the honeymoon capital of Vietnam” and most young girls yearn for the lush flower gardens, peaceful lakes, dense pine forests and cool weather whic
The ancient of village Hoi An
The ancient of village Hoi An Vietnams most unique destination Only an hour flight from Ho Chi Minh City you will find this picturesque, small town that has a long history of being a trade harbor in the 17th and 18th century. Its old center is well preserved and w
Ho Chi Minh Citys Independence Palace
Ho Chi Minh Citys Independence Palace Reunification Palace Downtown Saigon's modern skyline and fluorescent lights can be mesmerizing. They create a sense of wonder, astonishment and promote a kind of futuristic beauty to visitors. Luckily though, Saigon has r
Saigons Special Drinks
Saigons Special Drinks A Chiller loaded with Buoi Ep For the most part, Vietnam is a hot, humid and very tropical country. You’ll sweat a lot when you’re here and this is why it’s absolutely essential to keep your body hydrated. Water will do the
Shopping in Saigon
Shopping in Saigon Markets, Streets and the Art of Bargaining When you think of shopping in Asia places like Hong Kong, Bangkok or Kuala Lumpur stand out above most and shopping in Saigon is often overlooked. It can be great fun and many bargains are waiting to be
