Whether you’re a seasoned rider or just finding your wheels, Hanoi is a surprisingly good launchpad for a motorbike trip into the countryside. Here are some routes we’ve covered, and everything you need to know before you go. REFERENCE POINTS Starting point Twin Dragons, Tây Hồ (near Lạc Long Quân & Nhật Chiêu) Motorbike…
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Jul
Jul
Thao Dien has a funny way of keeping secrets. The neighbourhood is constantly moving – new cafés appear out of nowhere, old favourites evolve, and every street seems to have another place waiting to be found by you. But sometimes the best finds aren’t the ones tucked away down a quiet alley. Sometimes they’re sitting…
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Jun
Jun
If you ask anyone about Vietnamese dishes, chances are they’ll say one word: phở. And fair enough – a steaming bowl of noodles in fragrant broth is hard to beat. But here’s the thing: Vietnam is a full-blown noodle and street food universe, and phở is just one star in a sky packed with flavour….
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Jun
Jun
Walk into any local market in Vietnam and you’ll see it instantly – piles of fruits in every colour, shape, and texture you didn’t know existed. It’s not just about mangoes or bananas here. Vietnam’s fruit culture is seasonal, regional, and deeply woven into everyday life, from roadside snacks to family gatherings. We’ve wandered through…
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May
May
Some of the best local getaways in Vietnam are just a few hours away from the main cities. Whether you’re based in the South or the North, these spots are perfect for a spontaneous weekend, a quick recharge, or a last-minute “let’s go” plan. Local Getaways From Ho Chi Minh City: Southern Escapes That Feel…
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Apr
Apr
Hanoi has a way of catching you off guard. It might be a sunrise walk by the lake with mist still hugging the water, or the sound of motorbikes weaving through tiny alleys while someone grills bún chả on the sidewalk. Most people think that moment only happens in the Old Quarter… But Hanoi is…
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Apr
Apr
It happens to almost everyone in Ho Chi Minh City at least once. You’re in a taxi, you confidently say an address… and then the driver asks, “District mấy?” And suddenly, you realize – “Wait, weren’t districts removed?” Well, yes… but also, not really. While the city is now officially reorganized into wards, locals, expats,…
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Feb
Feb
Leaving Vietnam is rarely just about booking a flight. There’s the apartment handover, the final bowls of phở, the last rides through familiar streets. And then there’s the question that tends to surface late in the process: What about the dog? Or.. How do we relocate cats? Pet travel is one of those things most…
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Nov
Nov
If you’ve spent any time in Vietnam, you know the rainy season can be bad. But this year has been unprecedented. The storms keep on coming, and the flooding has been historic, especially in the central regions. Like many people, we watched the news wobbling between shock, heartbreak and “Okay, what can we actually do?”….
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