China vs Vietnam – Notes From Someone Who Lived in Both
I recently wrote a few guest articles for LTL Flexi Classes (an online language school with a focus on – you guessed it – flexible classes). There were…
Safety Tips for Women New to Vietnam – from a long term Fexpat
Saigon is an incredible city with plenty to offer, but as with any big city, it has it’s own fair share of dangers. Truth be told, Saigon (and…
Things to Do in Phong Nha for the Moderately Motivated
Phong Nha is a small town but it is big on activities. It already has a lot of options for adventure, but with the discovery of the Son…
Plastic Waste in Vietnam: We Throw Away a Shitload of Plastic
I’m never going to Highlands Coffee ever again. And I’m writing at least 1000 words to explain why. But before we continue, here’s an oldie but goodie: Vietnam…
A Note from the Editor: Thank You! (It’s Difficult to Start a Website)
17 April 2022 – I guess Easter Sunday is as good a time as any to celebrate. Am very happy to let you know that we’ve now reached…
Alluvia Chocolate Factory: Saigon Day Trip
View Post Who would have thought that a chocolate farm/factory would be close enough for a day trip from Saigon? But it is! And it’s surprisingly easy to…
Riding and Camping Around Vietnam – with Andrew Marchuet
They say money can’t buy you happiness and to a large degree that is true. However, people who say this fail to realize that motorbikes aren’t free unfortunately.…
How to Drive a Bike in Vietnam with Samantha Morgan
“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…
Export Quality Liquor Made in Vietnam – Tried and Tested
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…
How to Get a Vietnam Driver’s License via Conversion Process
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…
Saigon Sports Clubs and Activities – with Men’s and Women’s Teams
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…
Fantastic Vietnamese Coffee Roasters and Where to Find Them
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…