street food

In with the old: Exploring Hanoi’s old quarter

Hanoi has been around for an awful long time. It’s been the capital of Vietnam since 1010 (excepting a period of 150 years, from 1802–1945), has been inhabited since at least 3,000 BC (yes, really!), and is probably Vietnam’s greatest repository of traditional art and culture. Of course, it has changed a heck of a […]

Insider Guide: Vietnam’s street food

When you go on holiday, what’s the thing you look forward to most? Hot weather, perhaps, or cheap cocktails? Maybe you look forward to the chance to relax – or maybe it’s the opportunity for adventure. Personally – and it doesn’t matter where I’m going – I look forward to the food.

Vietnam Vespa Tour

A Vietnam Vespa Adventure

Are you looking for a fast, fun, thrilling and totally unforgettable experience to cap off a fantastic holiday in Vietnam? You need look no further than a Vietnamese scooter tour. On one of our favourite experiences in all of Indochina, our friends at Vespa Adventures will have you riding pillion on the back of a […]

Freshly cooked scorpions!

A Countdown of Weird and Wonderful things to do in Vietnam (Part 1 of 2)

I was recently asked for a list of “weird and wonderful things to do in Vietnam”. To be  honest, I couldn’t think of as many ‘weird’ things to do as I would have liked to but there is certainly no shortage of wonderful experiences is in this vast and varied country. Without further ado, here’s […]