Temple Hopping & Dim Sum in District 5, Ho Chi Minh City
For a totally unique area to explore, check out the bustling District 5 in Ho Chi Minh City! One of the things I’ve really enjoyed about accidentally getting stuck in Saigon for six months is that I really have been…
All the Best Things to Do in District 1, Ho Chi Minh City
Trying to figure out what the best things to do in District 1, Ho Chi Minh City are? Don’t worry, this guide goes into the major sightseeing, museums to visit, where to eat, where to shop, and more! When I…
A Dreamy Staycation at the Odys Boutique Hotel
Recently, I was invited by the Odys Boutique Hotel for three nights for a little staycation right in the heart of Ho Chi Minh City (HCMC). Here’s how it went! Want to hear a fun turn of events? So back…
Lockdown in Vietnam: What It Was Like
Back when we were still pretty locked down in HCMC, I started this post and finished it when we got news of quarantine ending. For some reason I never published it, but I thought I’d do so now for anyone…
Things to Do in Ho Chi Minh City on Your First Visit
To be perfectly honest, I really didn’t know what to expect from this place! While I was noting the top things to do in Ho Chi Minh City, I was constantly overwhelmed by its sheer size. I was also a lot…
Lily’s Hostel in Ho Chi Minh City
Tucked in an alleyway off the main backpacker road of Bui Vien, if you don’t know where to go, you might walk right past Lily’s Hostel. Because it’s a little way down the alley, you don’t suffer from the noise…
