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Visiting Ho Chi Minh’s Mausoleum and Museum

When you are in Hanoi, visit Ho Chi Minh’s Mausoleum and Museum and the Presidential Palace to learn more about the revolutionary leader and father of modern Vietnam.

Should You Book a One Day Tour to Hạ Long Bay?

Ha Long Bay is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of northern Vietnam’s most beautiful natural wonders. One of the most popular ways to visit the bay is through a one day package tour. What are these tours like, and are they worth the money?

A Secret Communist Bunker at an Ancient Palace – Tang Long Citadel, Hanoi

A secret Communist bunker beneath an ancient Imperial palace – we visit the Thang Long Imperial Citadel in Hanoi, Vietnam

Hoan Kiem Lake and the Jade Mountain Pagoda – the heart of Hanoi’s Old Quarter

Visit the Lake of the Returned Sword and cross the Morning Sunlight Bridge to the Temple of the Jade Mountain. These places in Hanoi sure have magical-sounding names, don’t they?

“Combo Obama” Bún Chả?? – Obama Was Here! (Hanoi, Vietnam)

In 2016 during his historic diplomatic visit to Vietnam, then US President Barack Obama was treated to dinner by chef and travel writer Anthony Bourdain. Two years later, we follow in his footsteps and visit Bun Cha Huong Lien, the now-famous restaurant, and order the “Combo Obama”.

The Temple of Literature in Hanoi: One of the World’s Oldest Universities

The Temple of Literature is Vietnam’s first university, and one of the oldest universities in the world!

Egg Coffee: The Note Coffee in Hanoi, Vietnam

Egg coffee? It might sound strange, but it’s a Hanoi specialty!

Songkran! – Comic # 30

The first day of Songkran is a blast! The second day is still pretty fun. By the third day…

What is Songkran?

It’s the hottest part of the year, and Songkran, the Thai New Year is upon us! Find out the origins of this city-wide water gun fight, where to celebrate, and how to stay safe. Happy Songkran!

Visiting Osaka Castle: What You Need to Know

Osaka Castle is one of Japan’s most iconic landmarks, and a beautiful example of 16th century Imperial architecture. Easily accessible by the city’s JR line, Osaka Castle sits in Osaka’s downtown surrounded by a wide moat and cherry trees.