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10 Essential Tips for Visiting Ninh Binh, Vietnam

We nearly didn’t make it to Ninh Binh. This makes it hard to believe that Ninh Binh is now my favorite place in Vietnam. The thing is, I didn’t really know that much about the town, or what to expect there. When we visited, we learned a lot, and much […]

Riding a Scooter in Da Nang, Vietnam – A Complete Guide

When visiting Da Nang, Vietnam recently, we quickly discovered that it wasn’t very easy to get around. The city is larger than you might expect, and even the “tourist” areas are not conducive to walking everywhere. It didn’t take long for us to realize that riding a scooter in Da […]

12 Essential Da Nang Travel Tips and Hints

If you are planning a trip to Vietnam, then the seaside city of Da Nang has probably already popped up on your radar. This beautiful place, along with the smaller town of Hoi An, located just next door, are not to be missed destinations for first time visitors. There are […]

Hanoi Train Station Luggage Locker Scam

If you are in Hanoi and planning to catch the train for your onward journey, you should be aware of the Hanoi Train Station luggage locker scam. This isn’t widely known, but anyone that has tried to use the lockers at the station has probably come across it. Now, this […]