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2024 Travel Recap: The First Year of Full-Time Travel

In my 2023 travel recap post, I looked back fondly on what had been my most-traveled year yet. I also…

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2023 Recap: The Year of Opportunistic Travel

“We live in a wonderful world that is full of beauty, charm and adventure. There is no end to the…

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How to Spend a Long Stopover in Seoul

When I was booking return tickets from Vietnam, I had two options for my stopover in Seoul. One connection was…

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How to Visit the Củ Chi Tunnels and Mekong River on a Day Trip in 2023

One of the most popular day trips from Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam is to the Củ Chi Tunnels and/or…

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14 Amazing Things to do in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam

Although Hanoi is Vietnam’s capital city, its largest city is Ho Chi Minh City. Also known as Saigon, this city…

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Sapa: How to Have an Unforgettable Experience Trekking through Mountains and Rice Fields

When I began planning my trip to Vietnam, I knew a visit to Sapa would be on the itinerary. Sapa…

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Ha Long Bay: Everything You Need to Know before Booking a Cruise

Depending on who you ask, a Ha Long Bay cruise is either a must-do or a must-miss when visiting Vietnam.…

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Guide to Visiting Hanoi’s Famous Train Street in 2023

One of the most popular tourist attractions in the Hoan Kiem District of Hanoi is the Hanoi Train Street. Train…

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Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum and Museum: Guide to Visiting on of Hanoi’s Most Popular Sites

When visiting Hanoi, one of the must-see sights on my list was the Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum. Ho Chi Minh…

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Hanoi: How to Spend Half a Week in Vietnam’s Capital

Hanoi is the capital of Vietnam and an excellent jumping off point for exploring the northern region of the country.…