Hoi An Highlights The town of Hoi An was one of my Vietnam highlights. Because this year (2017) is the United Nation International Year of Sustainable Tourism for Development, I wanted to write about how you can travel “responsibly” in Hoi An. Situated on Vietnam’s central coast, Hoi An once a busy port is now a hot spot for a different commodity … [Read more...]
Where to get a drink in Hoi An the top five bars I recommend
The bars I recommend in Hoi An When the sun dips and nighttime descends on Hoi An, the streets of the old town magically transform into a labyrinth of colour. The strands of multicolored Japanese lanterns casting an ethereal glow add to the special atmosphere. Wander the town's streets and absorb the festive ambiance. Make the most of the lack of … [Read more...]
How travel opens up my world
Meet an extraordinary human being: My Huong Le Travelling provides opportunities. Through travel, we get to experience some amazing new places, learn about different cultures, try new foods and attempt to communicate in other languages. But one of my favourite aspects of travelling is the people you meet. During my travels through Vietnam in … [Read more...]
Vietnam – mosquitoes and soft tofu
Where to stay on the Mekong Delta Tourists are drawn to Ho Chi Minh City because of its history and culture, but the city’s hustle and bustle can be overwhelming. Consider escaping to the Mekong Delta where the pace of life is much slower. I can clearly see Ben Thanh Market's belfry and clock. It’s across the road, only two lanes of traffic … [Read more...]
Saigon – my five insider tips
Best things to do in Saigon Nestled adjacent to the Saigon River, some 80 kilometres from the South China Sea – Ho Chi Minh City is the main commercial and economic hub for Vietnam. With nine million people and over six million motorbikes bursting onto the city streets at all hours of the day and night, Ho Chi Minh City is a mesmerising chaos, … [Read more...]
Saigon’s Cuc Gach Quan – Brangelina love it
Where to dine in Saigon If it's good enough for Brangelina it's good enough for me! (Post updated June 2020 during the quiet non-travel times of Covid-19.) In November 2011, four years after adopting their second child Pax Thien, Brad Pitt and Angelina Jolie returned to Vietnam. They were spotted eating at Cuc Gach Quan - a restaurant in … [Read more...]