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Hanoi Old Quarter Versus Ho Chi Minh First Impressions

Posted on Published November 24, 2019November 5, 2019 by Lari
Hanoi Old Quarter Versus Ho Chi Minh First Impressions

We liked both Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh, but we found that Ho Chi Minh had more of a party vibe, and Hanoi was more chill and relaxed. We also found that there was a lot more variety of things going on in Hanoi on the weekends for local and tourist entertainment.

9 Amazing Local Dishes In Hanoi

Posted on Published November 24, 2019November 1, 2019 by Lari
9 Amazing Local Dishes In Hanoi
Shami Shami

We tried a lot of delicious food while in Hanoi, but here’s some of our favourite ones that we recommend everyone try at least once!

4 Great Food Markets in Ho Chi Minh

Posted on Published November 24, 2019October 24, 2019 by Lari
4 Great Food Markets in Ho Chi Minh

When we travel, we love to try out as much local food as we can. We try to find a good mix of local places and places that have decent seating and friendly faces. Here’s our four favourite food markets to eat in Ho Chi Minh, Vietnam.

Delicious Food at Asiana Food Town in Ho Chi Minh

Posted on Published November 24, 2019October 22, 2019 by Lari
Delicious Food at Asiana Food Town in Ho Chi Minh

One of our favourite food markets in Ho Chi Minh with a great mix of comfort, variety of food, air-conditioning, and WiFi. Asiana Food Town was a great place to work and chill out during the hot Vietnam days.

Common Scams To Watch Out For In Vietnam

Posted on Published October 30, 2019October 19, 2019 by Lari
Common Scams To Watch Out For In Vietnam

We met a lot of nice people in Vietnam, but like everywhere, there are regular scams that some locals try on many tourists. Here are a few that we came across.

Bia Hoi: The World’s Cheapest and Freshest Beer

Posted on Published October 14, 2019October 16, 2019 by Lari
Bia Hoi: The World’s Cheapest and Freshest Beer

Want to know where you can get probably the world’s cheapest beer? We found a place in Hanoi where we could get two beers for under $1!! It’s called bia hoi, and is probably also the world’s freshest and fastest brewed beer.

Trying Mooncakes at Hanoi’s Mid-Autumn Moon Festival

Posted on Published October 12, 2019October 12, 2019 by Lari
Trying Mooncakes at Hanoi’s Mid-Autumn Moon Festival
Sticky rice mooncakes

The Mid-Autumn Festival revolves around the moon, so it’s only natural that mooncakes would be a thing! They originated in China, but in Vietnam these cakes are called Banh Trung Thu, which means mid-autumn cake.

Hidden Gem Cafe Near Hoan Kiem Lake, Hanoi

Posted on Published September 29, 2019September 29, 2019 by Lari
Hidden Gem Cafe Near Hoan Kiem Lake, Hanoi

We discovered this little gem of a cafe by accident. Its name is Conifer Four Seasons Book Cafe and Fast Food. Aside from being such a unique and refreshing place, it’s got fast wifi, a large variety of food, including vegetarian options, and is a great space for the digital nomad who prefers chilled out […]

10 Delicious Foods Under $5 In Ho Chi Minh

Posted on Published September 12, 2019September 17, 2019 by Lari
10 Delicious Foods Under $5 In Ho Chi Minh

These are our top 10 favourite foods we found in Ho Chi Minh for under $5. Not all are authentic Vietnamese foods, but they were all definitely mouth wateringly delicious.

Hanoi Mid-Autumn Festival September 2019

Posted on Published September 14, 2019September 14, 2019 by Lari
Hanoi Mid-Autumn Festival September 2019

The Mid-Autumn Festival is a huge holiday in Vietnam. It’s also known as the Moon Festival, the Harvest Moon Festival and the Children’s Festival. Each year the festival is held on a different date because it is celebrated on the 15th day of the 8th month of the lunar calender. This year it fell on […]

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