Posts in category Vietnam

Forget Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh City, long weekends are for sandy beaches and a vibrant city life! What’s better than having both in the same city? Lying along the coast just 3 hours by plane from Singapore, Da Nang …

With only a few days holidays available, I wanted to maximise my time off. I was looking for somewhere that I could explore new tastes and flavours, discover a different history and culture, and which provided great value without compromising …

If you’re travelling to Central Vietnam, don’t miss out the little town of Hoi An as you visit the old imperial city Hue and the white sand beaches of Danang. The charming UNESCO Heritage town of Hoi An, with its …

Standing out from the rest of Asia, shopping in Vietnam is not just about the cheap night markets. The highlight really is the stream of talented tailors in Vietnam, who have gotten themselves a reputation for making high quality bespoke clothing at a …

A holiday with a young child can be a hit or miss and my husband and I weren’t sure how a trip to Hanoi would work out with our six-year-old son in tow. As it turned out, there are many …

Situated in Vietnam’s northeastern province of Quang Ninh, Halong Bay rightly deserves its status as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Thousands of limestone islands rise from the sea, each differing in size and shape. Some offer dramatic arches and hollowed …

Ho Chi Minh City is a fascinating metropolis with a rich and interesting history. Formerly known as Saigon, this Vietnamese destination is a rising destination in Southeast Asia that has plenty to explore.  Home to 7.3 million inhabitants, Ho Chi Minh …

Don’t play a Pho in Hanoi! Delicious signature Vietnamese noodle soup, slow-marinated freshwater fish and where to find the best Vietnamese street food.