Traveling through Vietnam can be one of the most rewarding experiences in Southeast Asia, but it can also feel overwhelming at times, especially if it’s your first visit. Between the chaotic traffic, language barrier, and endless choices…
Vietnam is one of those countries where having a handful of travel tips really goes a long way. For the most part, it’s an easy place to get around, but there are quirks worth knowing before you…
Tipping in Vietnam can feel confusing for first-time visitors. Unlike in North America, where tipping is almost mandatory, Vietnam does not have a strong tradition of tipping. Locals don’t tip, and you won’t ever be expected to….
Vietnamese cuisine is one of the most vibrant and flavorful in the world, with every dish telling a story of culture, tradition, and regional flair. From the herb-filled bowls of the north to the spicy broths of…
There’s no way to sugarcoat it; tourist scams in Vietnam are common. But that doesn’t take away from how beautiful the country is or how genuinely warm many of its locals can be. I’ve traveled extensively across…
Vietnam is one of the world’s great food destinations. From steaming bowls of Pho in Hanoi or Saigon, bustling street corners, to sizzling Banh Xeo fresh off the griddle. The country’s cuisine is as vibrant as its…
Vietnam is one of Southeast Asia’s most exciting destinations, drawing travelers with its dramatic landscapes, rich history, vibrant street food culture, and buzzing cities like Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh City. But as incredible as it is,…
Before visiting Vietnam, I thought I knew Vietnamese coffee. Growing up in Toronto, I’d enjoyed it a few times, but I had no idea just how many unique variations existed, or how deeply coffee is tied to…
Hanoi is loud, poetic, chaotic, and calm, often all at once. If you only explore its surface, it might just feel like another crowded Southeast Asian capital. But give it a few days, and the city reveals…
Hanoi might be chaotic on the surface, but once you settle into the right neighborhood, it all starts to make sense, the buzz becomes background, the motorbikes become music, and suddenly, you’re wondering why you didn’t book…