A day trip to the Marble Mountain Danang is a perfect destination for a day trip from Hoi An. Located 45 km (28 miles) from Hoi An, it takes approx.. 1 hour by motorbike or a little quicker by car ride from Hoi An. You can rent a motorbike as cheap as US$5 per day or take an Uber drive …
Visiting My Son – Hindu Sanctuary
If you have more time in Hoi An, you have plenty of options for day trips such as the ancient Hindu Sanctuary of My Son. It is located 40 km from Hoi An and it takes about 1.5 hours by car. I booked a local driver through my Airbnb host to take me there and drive me back, for US$15 …
The best of Hoi An, Vietnam
If you are like me, you probably already fell in love with some of the many places that you’ve visited. Hoi An is just a perfect combination of a small town feel with so much to explore and a very rich culture. Hoi An is just one of those places that offers something for everyone, with plenty of ancient tea …
How ethical is the tourism in Halong Bay and if I would do it again
Before I book a tour, I always try to learn as much as I can about how ethical the tours really are, and how the local tour companies care and help to protect the enviromnent. During my research, I read good and bad things about Halong Bay tours, and there was only one way to draw my own conclusions, by doing …
Halong Bay: 3 days cruise on a Junk Boat
This was the grand finale of my trip in Vietnam, and it was just perfect for 2 reasons: to get some rest from the last days in Sapa, and also to recharge my batteries before I headed to Cambodia. I looked forward to having a hot shower and waking up with a view of limestone pillars rising from the calm …
Vietnam Travel Tips: Everything you need to know before your trip
Vietnam at A Glance Vietnam is certainly a country that has a lot to offer with many type of adventures to suit any taste. It’s a great place to visit with your family, friends, as a couple or solo. Vietnam is very diverse and offers a mix of big cities, lush countryside, a rich history, and a coastline with beautiful …
Vietnam: 25 pictures to inspire you to visit
Discover the amazing VIETNAM in 25 pictures A very diverse country, that offers a mix of big and busy cities with lots of history, a coastline with beautiful beaches, you can hike the mountains in Sapa, go on a cruise in the Mekong Delta or in Halong Bay. The colors and flavors of Vietnam are unparalleled and unique. Welcome to Vietnam …
SAPA, Vietnam: Ethical Travel Guide
Giving back 7 reasons why I recommend booking an independent homestay in Sapa When planning your trip to Sapa, you have options to book through a travel agency or to book an independent homestay. Here I list 7 reasons why I recommend booking your trek with a local lady in Sapa, and the benefits behind ethical tourism, and how it …
How to do a 3 day trek in Sapa
How to make the most of your trek in the mountains. While planning my itinerary to Vietnam, I invested a lot of time researching, studying and creating an itinerary that would include the best things to do and see in Vietnam, and at the top of my list was to experience a homestay in Sapa. Sapa is located in the …
Homestay with the Black H’mong in Sapa
When I had the opportunity to visit Sapa, I had no doubt I wanted to experience the homestay with a Black H’Mong tribe. It was one of the best experiences I have ever had, as it couldn’t get more authentic to experience the real life in this beautiful region of Vietnam. What is a homestay with a tribe in Sapa …
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