In the bustling heart of Ho Chi Minh City, I found myself feeling extremely underdressed for an opera, wearing my usual shorts and flip-flops. The Saigon Opera House, with its stunning French architecture, had me questioning if I should’ve at…
While most hotel stays are filled with unique experiences, my stay at the Hotel Continental Saigon was a unique adventure! From mingling with the ghost of a forgotten diplomat to discovering that a late-night snack might just be the hotel’s…
There’s something delightfully mad about the performances at the Hanoi Opera House! From the bamboo circus that left me in stitches (seriously, how do they balance on those things?) to a contemporary dance that made me question what I was…
Just picture this: you’re crammed into an express bus, a delicious bánh mì in hand, hurtling through the stunning Vietnamese countryside, and your excitement for Sapa can hardly fit into the seat. You’ll meet friendly locals, trek through breathtaking rice…
Over my many escapades in Hanoi, I’ve uncovered that the Old Quarter is a true foodie paradise, unlike anything I’ve ever experienced. Picture this: one minute you’re sipping a robust coffee at Hoan Kiem Lake, and the next, you’re devouring…
Most trips to Hanoi begin with a symphony of honks from every direction, as I valiantly dodged an army of motorbikes that seemed bent on turning me into a speed bump. As I soaked in the stunning ancient architecture, including…
Just stepping into the Temple of Literature was like being transported back in time, and let me tell you, it did wonders for my Instagram feed! As I wandered through its magnificent courtyards, I stumbled upon a stone turtle that…
You wouldn’t believe the delightful surprises that awaited me at the Somerset Grand Hanoi! Picture this: I arrived, slightly frazzled from an 18-hour flight, only to be greeted by a whimsical lobby that looked like it had just stepped out…