Archive for ‘Vietnam’

The Top 25 Things to See in Vietnam for First-Time Visitors

The Top 25 Things to See in Vietnam for First-Time Visitors

Vietnam is a captivating destination with a splendid tapestry of breathtaking landscapes, rich history, and beautiful coastlines that beckon to be discovered. Its many historical landmarks, incredible culture, and delicious cuisine have made this once-closed-off country one of the world’s fastest-growing tourist hotspots. From the spectacular limestone islands of Ha Long Bay to the stunning historical city of Hoi An, there are so many amazing things to see in Vietnam.

The Savvy Traveler’s Guide to Getting Around Ho Chi Minh City

The Savvy Traveler’s Guide to Getting Around Ho Chi Minh City

Getting around Ho Chi Minh City can feel overwhelming at first. The traffic is nonstop, motorbikes move like schools of fish, and crossing the street takes a bit of nerve. But once you settle in, Saigon’s rhythm starts to make sense. This guide is written to help you navigate that rhythm. Whether you’re here for a few days or a few weeks, you’ll find clear advice on transport options that work for different budgets, comfort levels, and travel styles.

Comprehensive Guide to the Vietnam Entrance Requirements for Travelers

Comprehensive Guide to the Vietnam Entrance Requirements for Travelers

If you are traveling to Vietnam from outside of the country, you should be aware of the Vietnam entrance requirements for visitors before you start planning your travel. If you do not meet the passport, VISA, or immunization requirements, you could be denied entry into Vietnam. This is not something that I would wait until the last minute to take care of as you might not have enough time to sort out any issues at the last minute should you run into them.

Starting to Plan Our Trip to Southeast Asia

Starting to Plan Our Trip to Southeast Asia

It has been over six months since I returned from Africa, and I am thrilled to be planning another trip. As I mentioned in a previous post, we will be taking a trip to Southeast Asia this autumn. Like always, I will be sharing my trip planning process with you.

After much deliberation, we have decided to visit several locations in the countries of Thailand, Cambodia, and Vietnam. The primary focus of the trip will be on three areas – Chaing Mai and Phuket in Thailand and Siem Reap in Cambodia. However, we also plan on spending a bit of time exploring both Bangkok in Thailand and Da Nang in Vietnam as well. In this article on planning our trip to Southeast Asia, I explain why we chose these sites and what our rough itinerary looks like so far.

Top 5 Most Stunning Places to Visit in Asia

Top 5 Most Stunning Places to Visit in Asia

Asia is the largest continent in terms of size and population. It is also the most diverse multi-cultural point for most of the oldest civilizations on earth. Because of its size and diversity, there are just a lot of things to see and do in Asia. For sure, it’s hard to narrow down a shortlist of where to visit in Asia as just exploring one country requires a month of your time.  If you are planning to travel on a budget, here are five of the top travel destinations to visit in Asia that you should target.



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