We first met Etienne Bossot on a riverboat in Northwestern Myanmar way back in 2014. We were the only three foreigners on a boat that was so crowded that you had to bring your own chair onboard if you wanted to sit down during the 8-hour boat ride. Etienne told us that he was from …
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If you are planning a trip to Vietnam, you’ll undoubtedly visit the most darling little city in the center of the country – Hoi An. It’s an incredibly popular tourist destination and for good reason! The pedestrian streets that run through the center of the Old Town are lined by old, yellow colonial-style buildings and …
Where to Stay in Hoi An, Vietnam: 8 Beautiful Boutique Hotels Read More »
An Bang is a lovely beach, just four miles outside of the old town of Hoi An. Most people simply venture to the beach for the day. But if you have chosen a vacation in Vietnam as an opportunity to relax and unwind, we would recommend that you stay in the quaint beach town rather …
Guide to An Bang Beach, Vietnam: The Best Hotels, Restaurants, and Bars Read More »
Often claimed as Vietnam’s most romantic city, Hoi An is a must-see destination when visiting the country. Situated off the central coast of Vietnam, Hoi An is best known for its fading yellow french architecture and the hundreds of Chinese lanterns that light up the town every night. Spared from fighting during the Vietnam-American War, …
7 Best Hoi An Tours + Day Trips from Hoi An, Vietnam Read More »
One of the best places to visit in Vietnam, Hoi An (Vietnamese: Hội An) is a darling little town located in Central Vietnam. The old town was a trading port from the 15th-19th century. It was designated a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1985. Today it boasts bright yellow colored colonial French architecture, a quaint …
Before deciding to move to Ho Chi Minh City in 2019, we spent a significant amount of time exploring Vietnam. We traveled all around northern Vietnam – trekking our way through Sapa, sailing around Halong Bay and Lan Ha Bay, motorbike cruising around Ninh Binh, and exploring the best of Hanoi. From there, we headed …
Traveling to Vietnam and wondering what traditional souvenirs you’ll find for sale during your trip? We lived in Vietnam for almost two years and shopped extensively in stores and markets across the country. We now have a pretty good idea of the best Vietnamese souvenirs to buy for friends and family back home and where …