Practical guides covering transport, visas, money, food safety, SIM cards, and everything else you need to know before and during your trip to Vietnam.
Planning a trip to Vietnam and not sure what you need at the border? I get asked this…
Vietnam just launched a dedicated tourist train between Hue and Phong Nha — two of central Vietnam’s biggest…
The Reunification Express has been running the length of Vietnam since 1976 — Hanoi to Ho Chi Minh…
Vietnam's golden rice harvest runs from mid-September to mid-October across the northern mountains. A guide to Mu Cang…
The Hue–Da Nang Heritage Train (HD-series) is a separate tourist service from the regular Reunification Express trains that…
Vietnam sits atop one of the world’s largest karst limestone systems — the result of 300 million years…
Vietnam has over 3,200 km of coastline, more than 3,000 islands, and a beach character that changes completely…
Vietnam has three distinct urban characters compressed into one country: Hanoi — the thousand-year-old northern capital with temple…
Vietnamese food is one of the great cuisines of the world — and it is almost entirely a…
Northern Vietnam’s mountains are among the most dramatic in mainland Southeast Asia — the Hoang Lien Son range…
Vietnam is one of the most photogenic countries in Southeast Asia — the karst limestone formations of Ha…
Vietnam’s wellness offering has expanded dramatically over the past decade — from the traditional hot spring resorts of…
Vietnam has become one of the most popular destinations in Southeast Asia for digital nomads, long-term travellers, and…
No transport method in Vietnam puts you closer to the country than a motorbike. The mountain passes of…
Few landscapes in Southeast Asia are as immediately arresting as the rice terraces of northern Vietnam — thousands…
Quy Nhon sits on a crescent bay in Binh Dinh province — one of central Vietnam’s least-visited coastal…
Where you stay in Vietnam makes a significant difference to how the trip feels. A central guesthouse in…
Da Nang doesn’t have the fame of Hanoi or Ho Chi Minh City, but it might just be…
From Hoan Kiem Lake and the Old Quarter to Hoa Lo Prison and Train Street — a complete…
Ha Long Bay is iconic and easy to reach from Hanoi. Lan Ha Bay is quieter, wilder, and…
Vietnam’s calendar is packed with festivals, public holidays, and cultural celebrations — from the nationwide shutdown of Tet…
Should I take a sleeper bus in Vietnam? It’s probably one of the questions I get asked most…
Exploring Vietnam on a motorbike gives you access to landscapes and experiences impossible to reach any other way.…
Thinking about bringing your drone to Vietnam? The rules are strict — and largely unfavorable for foreign visitors.…
Getting around Vietnam is part of the adventure. With diverse geography spanning northern mountains to central coastlines and…
Transportation scams are among the most common issues tourists face in Vietnam. This guide covers the main transport…
Most visitors to Vietnam require a visa — but the process is straightforward if you know what you…
Staying connected in Vietnam is easy and affordable. Three main carriers dominate the market, each with different strengths…
Tourist scams in Vietnam exist — but they are predictable, and once you know the patterns, easy to…
Hanoi Train Street is a narrow residential alley where a full-size train passes within inches of café tables…
Would you pay $30 to skip a three-hour immigration queue? Because sometimes, that’s exactly what you’re paying for.…
The right apps can transform your Vietnam trip — from navigating city traffic to translating menus and booking…
Vietnam colorful rainbow slides have become viral photo destinations — combining outdoor adventure with spectacular mountain and forest…
Vietnam main international airports can be hectic on arrival. Here is a complete guide to what to expect…
Christmas in Vietnam is a surprisingly festive experience — a blend of Catholic tradition, French colonial influence, and…
Vietnam weather is one of the most important factors in planning your trip. The country spans 1,700 kilometres…
Tet Nguyen Dan — Vietnamese Lunar New Year — is the most important holiday in Vietnam. Traveling during…
Both cities are iconic central Vietnam destinations — but they're completely different in character, cost, and lifestyle. Here's…
Yes, you can eat street food in Vietnam safely. Here's the framework I use after six years of…
Vietnam doesn't have a dedicated retirement visa — but there are several legal long-stay options that work well…
Everything you need to plan a family trip to Vietnam — the best destinations for children, top activities,…
