Revisiting Ho Chi Minh It was just a few months ago that I was in Vietnam with the family. It was our first time in Vietnam, hearing the non-stop honking from the scooters, the smell of grilled bun cha on the streets, the shouting from hawkers trying to sell banh mis from the back of …
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This quick and easy bun cha recipe aims to replicate authentic Hanoi meatballs with as little ingredients as possible. Enjoy this delicious street food from the comfort of your home.
Check Prices at May Trang Villa in Dalat (Expedia) I have very fond memories of my week in Dalat. The food was consistently great, the views were impeccable, the people so delightful. For any one visiting the city, that’s often known to be a travel hotspot for Ho Chi Minh locals (it’s a very short …
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Like Disney, But With Animals? During our 3-day trip to Phu Quoc, Vietnam, we had Vinpearl Safari as one of the flagship locations to visit. Vinpearl Safari is part of a wider set of theme parks run by the Vingroup, which also runs many of the hotels nearby, a water park, the free-to-use Vinbus transport …
Check Prices for Stays in Hanoi (Expedia) We had only a full day in Hanoi as we were off to Ha Long Bay the next day for the Indochina Junk luxury cruise (I write about my experience here), so our time in this hectic capital city was limited. We had a few iconic food stops …
A Trip to Hoi An for Clothing We were staying in Da Nang for just 3 days. We heard of Hoi An, primarily through social media videos of coconut boats, and seeing images of the traditional and beautiful architecture. A little less known to me was how well-known Hoi An is for its custom clothes …
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We had 4 days to spend in Hanoi during our family trip. Ha Long Bay would be a 2-hour drive away, but we knew it was a must-visit. To see the ~1,969 limestone islands outside of the realm of photographs (whether through social media, or otherwise) was a priority for us. My sister was in …
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