Vietnam Travel Tips: What to Know Before You Go

Vietnam Travel Tips: What to Know Before You Go

I visited Vietnam in January and February 2025 for 3.5 weeks, traveling from north to south. Because Vietnam is such a long country, the weather, transport and even what you need to pack can change quite a lot along the way. These are the practical Vietnam travel tips...
Vietnam itinerary for 3 weeks: my north to south route

Vietnam itinerary for 3 weeks: my north to south route

Planning a Vietnam itinerary for 3 weeks can feel like a lot at first. Vietnam looks narrow on the map, but it is a long country and travel days are often longer than you expect. That is why I liked having a clear route before I arrived. I traveled from north to...
Travel During TET Festivities in Vietnam: Yes or No?

Travel During TET Festivities in Vietnam: Yes or No?

To be honest, I only found out after booking my flight that I would be traveling through Vietnam during TET, the Vietnamese Lunar New Year. I usually escape the Dutch winter in January or February, which happens to be exactly the period when TET can take place. At...
Memorable Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam

Memorable Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam

Indeed you will always remember Ho Chi Minh City after visiting the War Remnants Museum and the Cu Chi tunnels. These are must do visits to get to know the history and culture of the Vietnamese people. But Ho Chi Minh City also have fewer heavy sites to visit and...
Hoi An, Vietnam: The City of Lanterns!

Hoi An, Vietnam: The City of Lanterns!

I was looking forward visiting Hoi An because my sister found Hoi An the highlight of her holiday to Vietnam. Hoi An is known for its ancient streets, vibrant markets, nearby beaches and mesmerizing lantern festivals. In this blog I will give you tips and inspirations...