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.
In January I embarked on one of the biggest adventures of my life thus far. I packed a 40L backpack, and set off to South East Asia, with a planned itinerary and 4 months, flying into Ho Chi Minh City in Vietnam, and flying back from Denpasar, Bali exactly four months later, in May. I … Continue reading I’m back from backpacking South East Asia!
Last year I started a habit of spending probably a little too much time on Reddit. I think the reason I like it so much is because of the myriad of travel advice I can find there, a lot of constructive discussions around travelling trends, etc, and how some users are really vulnerable with what … Continue reading 5 Fears of Travelling Solo
Italy is beautiful. Glorious even. And each region is so different, as a tapestry made of different fabrics stitched together. Food, Art, History. Italy has a bit of everything for everyone. But you know what? It is also pricy. It can be expensive. Milan, for instance, is known for being one of the most expensive … Continue reading How I visited Milan without breaking the wallet
From where I was staying in Switzerland it was just a quick train ride across the Alps to get to Milan - a city I had never been in but had been on my list for a while. So, this was my opportunity - I'd finally visit the capital of Italian Fashion and would get … Continue reading Milan during Christmas Season
The Winged Bone 