Travel Far. Discover More. Spend Less.
When we decided to base ourselves in Da Nang, Vietnam for two weeks, we envisioned spending long, relaxing days at the beach, idling away our time by watching the Vietnamese fisherman come and go in their basket boats. What we discovered, however, is that there are many incredible and fun things to do in Da Nang besides beach life!… Read the rest
Da Nang is vastly different than most cities in Vietnam – and the most modern metropolis on the Central Coast. The historic Da Nang center sits along the Han River – and boasts just a handful of sights. To the east of Da Nang is a long stretch of beautiful Vietnam beaches.… Read the rest
With a gripping history and enchanting sights, Hue is a must-visit city in Vietnam. Twice serving as a capital – first, during the mid-1700s as part of the Dang Trong Kingdom and, the second time, from 1802 until 1945 as the Imperial City of the Nguyen Dynasty – Hue is a fascinating place to see.… Read the rest
Eating Da Nang food is one of the highlights of visiting the city! Traditional Vietnamese cuisine, fresh-caught seafood and international fare are all on offer. During our two weeks in the city, we feasted on top local gastronomy and sought out the best restaurants in Da Nang, Vietnam.… Read the rest
A lush emerald landscape of karst mountains and meandering rivers, Ninh Binh is a top destination in Vietnam. The best things to do in Ninh Binh – boat tours and karst hikes – encompass the scenic terrain, but the region boasts other cultural sights as well.… Read the rest
We love Hanoi food! On our trips to Vietnam, where to eat in Hanoi is just as important as what to see in the city. The Vietnam food culture is delectable; the exotic flavors tantalize the palate and embolden visitors to venture further into the unfamiliar cuisine.… Read the rest
Visiting Ba Na Hills is a must-do activity while in Da Nang! The fantasyland mountain retreat is a conglomeration of sights, entertainment and engineering feats. Home to the famed Golden Bridge (held by two gigantic hands), a three-level arcade and an award-winning cable car system, the Sun World Da Nang Ba Na Hills complex is one of the city’s top attractions.… Read the rest
Relatively speaking, Vietnam is an affordable country for most tourists. With inexpensive accommodations, cheap street food and low-priced tours visitors can experience an enjoyable vacation on a budget. To the joy of budget travelers, the cost of visiting the island of Phu Quoc is not completely inflated (or, at least it doesn’t have to be!).… Read the rest
Eight rustic, rocky Vietnam islands, collectively known as the Cham Islands, sit off the coast near Hoi An. Also called Cù Lao Chàm, the archipelago is only 9 miles from the mainland coast – which makes it a perfect day trip from Hoi An.… Read the rest
When the first activity while touring the Vietnam Central Highlands was eating fried critters at a ‘cricket farm’, it clearly set the tone for the day. As promised, Mr. Rot’s Secret Dalat Tour was not going to be like any other tour in Vietnam.… Read the rest