Sunsets were stunning After starting my journey through South East Asia in the busy Ho Chi Minh City, I decided to book a few days in Phú Quốc hoping to get some relaxing time in. Quite frankly I didn't have much expectations about it... until a few days earlier when I started reading online (particularly … Continue reading Phú Quốc Island: a dreamy holiday destination or an eerie property wasteland?
Category: Vietnam
Ho Chi Minh City: A Sleepless Arrival and Unique Landmarks
Nic's first hours in Ho Chi Minh City were a chaotic mix of transportation troubles, fatigue, and a lack of sleep. Despite the challenges, a walking tour provided a fascinating introduction to the city's unique culture and landmarks, including French colonial buildings, traditional markets, and the vibrant café apartment scene. The experience was both exhausting and enriching, setting the stage for further exploration.
Looking back to my trip to Vietnam
https://www.youtube.com/embed/g9jtvVL2onc Before going to Vietnam, I knew little about the country. I knew about what in Europe is commonly called The Vietnam War. I knew about the rice fields and about the hats. I knew about the famous Halong Bay. That Vietnam was a beautiful country. I knew it had fantastic food. And I knew … Continue reading Looking back to my trip to Vietnam
Last Day in Vietnam – a peaceful walk in Tam Coc & magical Bich Cong Pagoda
My last day in Vietnam was Lunar New Year's Eve. This means that most things were closed or at least closing down a lot earlier than usual and I would have to go to the airport earlier than planned as well. Still, with my flight being only at 1am, it meant I still had the … Continue reading Last Day in Vietnam – a peaceful walk in Tam Coc & magical Bich Cong Pagoda
The ancient capital of Vietnam – Hoa Lu
After Trang An and a disappointing meal of terrible french fries, I got on the bike and continue to cycle to reach Hoa Lu. This used to be the capital of an ancient Vietnamese Kingdom called Dai Co Viet in the 10th century. It was a relatively small place, covering only 300 hectares and enclosed … Continue reading The ancient capital of Vietnam – Hoa Lu