Travel Tips

2025-12-30

If there is one night when Saigon truly refuses to sleep, it is Ho Chi Minh City New Year’s Eve. As the final hours of December 31st tick away, the city shifts into a very particular rhythm: part celebration, part chaos, part collective release. Fireworks crack over the Saigon River, street corners turn into spontaneous dance floors, cafés overflow onto sidewalks, and traffic transforms into a slow-moving parade of horns, laughter, and phone cameras pointed skyward.

2025-12-22

When people hear “Vietnam New Year”, most immediately think of Tết Nguyên Đán, the Lunar New Year that shuts the country down for days, even weeks. But the New Year on January 1st is a very different story, and for travelers, often a surprisingly enjoyable one.

2025-12-19

Ho Chi Minh City traffic can feel overwhelming, but it doesn’t have to be dangerous. This guide explains how Saigon traffic really works, how to cross the street with confidence, and what traffic laws matter most for visitors in 2025.

2025-12-19

Binh Thanh District is where ancient Saigon ground meets everyday local life. Beyond the shadow of Landmark 81, this district reveals quiet temples, old markets, and some of the city’s most underrated street food - still cooked for locals at local prices. This guide walks you through Binh Thanh the way it’s meant to be experienced: light on history, rich on food, and practical enough to turn into a real one-day plan.

2025-12-16

Vintage Vespa riding is a different experience from modern scooters. This guide breaks down how to ride a vintage Vespa, what it really weighs, how 2-stroke engines work, which oil to use, and the classic models still running on the road today - based on real, daily use, not theory.

2025-12-23

Many travelers wonder whether they can attend Christmas Mass in Ho Chi Minh City. Absolutely yes. The city has a large Christian community and more than 200 churches, from Catholic to Protestant. Several of them offer services in English. So if you’re visiting Saigon during Christmas, you’ll definitely find a place to worship and a community to connect with. 

2025-12-15

For travelers and expats, the gridlock can be shocking. But if you shift your perspective, you’ll find yourself in the middle of one of the most unique cultural displays on the planet. This guide dives deep into the phenomenon of "Di Bao Noel", the unofficial Saigon Christmas motorbike parade, and how to navigate it without losing your mind (or your phone).

2025-12-15

If you’ve ever imagined Vietnam beyond its buzzing cities, picture this: quiet canals lined with coconut palms, long wooden boats slicing through a morning fog, vendors calling out from floating markets at sunrise, and a pace of life that hasn’t changed in generations. That’s the Mekong Delta of Vietnam, a region woven from rivers, orchards, and communities that live by the rhythm of the water.

2025-12-10

If you’ve explored Vietnam before, you probably already know about Buddhist pagodas and Catholic cathedrals. But Islam in Vietnam? Yup-it’s here, it’s unique, and it comes with centuries of history, colorful traditions, and super welcoming communities. Whether you’re a Muslim traveler looking for halal options or just a curious explorer who loves diving into lesser-known culture, this guide will walk you through the basics in the chillest, easiest way possible.

2025-12-23

If you're wondering what Christmas in Vietnam actually looks like, you're not alone. Travelers often ask: Do they celebrate Christmas in Vietnam? Is it a public holiday? Is Christmas big here? And the answer surprises almost everyone: Yes, Vietnam celebrates Christmas with far more color, lights, and street energy than many Western travelers expect.