The Mekong Delta is a vast area covering over 15,000 square miles in Southern Vietnam. Often referred to as the “Rice Bowl of Vietnam”, the abundance of sun and water make for ideal farming conditions for rice and a variety of fruits and vegetables. A trip to the Mekong River Delta means sampling local products…
Tag: Ho Chi Minh City
Where to Get the Best Egg Coffee in Saigon, Vietnam
Looking for egg coffee in Saigon? As expats living in Ho Chi Minh City, we have been hunting down the best cup of cà phê trúng in the city!
The 9 Best Hotels in Saigon (Ho Chi Minh City), Vietnam
If you’re planning a trip to Ho Chi Minh City (Saigon), and are wondering where you should stay, we’ve got you covered! We absolutely love this big, bustling city and have been lucky enough to stay in various hotels and neighborhoods during our many trips. But Saigon is quite large, with different numbered districts, so…
The Best Vietnam SIM Card for Tourists: Viettel vs. MobiFone vs. Vinaphone
It’s no secret that we are crazy about Vietnam; after numerous visits over the last 2 years, we have even decided to call Saigon home for a while. In addition to delicious food, friendly people, and stunning scenery, one other reason that we love Vietnam is the availability of super fast and extremely affordable mobile…
15 Incredible Things To Do in Ho Chi Minh City (Saigon)
Ho Chi Minh City (also known as Saigon and as HCMC) is too often just a quick stopping point for travelers heading to the north of Vietnam. But Ho Chi Minh City has so much to offer! From delicious food to craft beer to gorgeous architecture – it would be a shame not to spend…
Guide to Eating Snails, Shellfish, and Seafood in Vietnam
Vietnam is a country characterized by it’s food – the freshness of the ingredients, the complexity of the flavors, and often the strangeness of whatever it is you’re about to consume. One of our favorite things to do in Saigon is head to Vinh Khanh (Vĩnh Khánh) street in District 4 for a rowdy night…
Planning a Trip to Vietnam? Don’t Miss These Highlights!
Vietnam is a stunningly beautiful and diverse country with lovely people and delectable cuisine. It’s truly one of the most amazing countries in the world and if it’s not yet on your bucket list – it should be! We were lucky enough to spend 3 months exploring Vietnam and have compiled a list of the…
Guide to the Microbreweries and Craft Beers of Saigon, Vietnam
Bet you didn’t know that Vietnam is a rising start in the craft beer scene did you? We didn’t either until we had the opportunity to spend a month in Saigon and sampled as many local brews as we could. The Saigon beer scene rivals that of any city in the US, and they are…
