How to avoid taxi and cyclo scams in Ho Chi Minh...

Taxi and transportation scams are a part and parcel of any large metropolis, and Saigon is no exception.  As a seemingly unsuspecting foreigner, you...

Breaking Down the Banh Mi (Vietnamese Sandwich)

As a traveller in Vietnam, Banh Mi is one of the safer street foods you can enjoy (take a look at our previous blog...

Shopping in Ho Chi Minh City – What to buy and...

Ho Chi Minh City is truly a mecca for shopping enthusiasts!  Everything from handicrafts to imitation brand name clothes and shoes is available at...
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Breaking Down the Banh Mi (Vietnamese Sandwich)

As a traveller in Vietnam, Banh Mi is one of the safer street foods you can enjoy (take a look at our previous blog...
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How long to travel in Vietnam: The perfect Vietnam itineraries

We're going to give you a quick breakdown of the major places to visit in Vietnam, what there is to see and do, and...
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The Ultimate Hanoi Shopping Guide – What to buy and where to buy it...

We wrote a very popular article focused on Ho Chi Minh City shopping awhile back, and have since had many requests for a similar piece for shopping...
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How-to-Guide to Travel Vietnam by Air, Land and Water

Vietnam is a long coastal country stretching 1650 kilometers (1,025 miles) from north to south. Dotting its narrow landmass are beautiful cities, beaches, and...
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8 Reasons Hoi An Should Be Your Next Travel Destination

  Ask anyone who has spent time in Hoi An, the popular UNESCO World Heritage former trading village located in the middle of Vietnam’s sprawling coastline, and...
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How to Spend One Day in Hoi An – Custom Itineraries for Vietnam

Hoi An is one of the few cities to remain firmly in Vietnam's cultural history.  The Old Town portion of the city is a UNESCO...
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The Best Vietnam City Tours

As Vietnam's tourism industry skyrockets, many tour operators offer travel experiences that vary drastically in quality. There's a huge number of tours and activities...
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Things To Do in Vietnam For Families With Children

Vietnam is a great country to visit with kids. Not only because it is one of most affordable countries for families to travel to;...
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Surprisingly Affordable Luxury Travel in Vietnam

Traveling in the lap of luxury is often out of reach for many but it doesn’t always have to be. Due to favorable exchange...

Vintage Skyscrapers? The Evolution of the ‘Tube House’ in Vietnam

The architecture in Vietnam is heavily influenced by the cultures who have played a big role in the country’s history.  It’s difficult to miss...

XO Foodie Tour Review by a Renown New York Chef

Here is an excerpt from the food diary of Mario Tolentino, a New York Chef and winner of The Food Network's "Chopped" in 2010....
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