“Travel makes one modest. You see what a tiny place you occupy in the world.” No statement could be truer when considering the traffic in Vietnam. Forget bumper to bumper, in a country of 90 million people and 45 million…
The alcohol industry in Vietnam is booming, and liquor brands are starting to make a name for themselves both domestically and internationally. We’re going to avoid talking about the craft beer scene in this article, as it’s an industry that’s…
There’s a lot of incorrect, and/or incomplete information out there, and it’s difficult to determine what is true and what is just faulty data. We’re not claiming to be experts on the subject here, but we’ve done this ourselves and…
From team sports to individual activities, there is something for everyone in our little town of Saigon. Whether you’re a newcomer who’s looking to find a ready made social circle; or a long term resident that’s looking for something new…
Coffee roasters have been around for centuries. I know this because I once read a book about it. One book. Great researching skills. Thankfully, I don’t apply this same low bar for actually drinking coffee. Don’t really think of myself…
Moving to a new country can be exciting, but it’s important to be prepared for the potential “dangers” that come with living in a foreign place. Scams and petty crimes happen everywhere, same with having to pay the “foreign tax”.…
They tore it down to build it back up, and they did a pretty good job of it. District 1 now has a new patch of green right along the riverside, and it makes for a nice little detour if…
I like roast dinners. And, judging from the range of options available, it seems that quite a few other people like their Sunday meat, veg, and gravy as well. You’ll find roast dinners at high-end hotels and restaurants serving international…
Danang is a growing city, and is a great base from which to travel Central Vietnam. It’s only going to get more and more international – and, foodwise, that’s definitely a good thing. There are a lot of awesome restaurants…
So, you’ve just decided to go on this new adventure. Bought a ticket, packed your bags, waiting for your flight. Or maybe you’re already in your hostel, or crashing on a friends sofa? Well, what the situation, now would be…
With Covid restrictions steadily easing up, things have started to regain some sense of normalcy. Bars are open, restaurants are busy, schools are… well, that’s another issue. But at least we’ve now been given the option to go to the…
If you’ve been here for a few years, you might have noticed that Vietnam is getting more and more international. Saigon, in particular, seems to be jumping into the great blue yonder, with all sorts of brands setting up shop…