Minh Mang Tomb in Hue: Visitor Guide and Tips
I visited three of the most popular royal tombs on a recent visit to Hue: Khai Dinh, Tu Duc, and Minh Mang. I stayed near the center of ...
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Khai Dinh Tomb in Hue: Visitor Guide and Tips
The Mausoleum of Emperor Khai Dinh is one of the three most popular and well-maintained royal tombs in Hue. The others are the tombs of Minh Mang and ...
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Hue Imperial City: Practical Guide for First-Time Visitors
The Imperial City is arguably the biggest reason to visit Hue. It is part of the city’s UNESCO Complex of Hue Monuments and is the centerpiece attraction. I ...
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14 Things to Do in Hoi An: A Local’s Guide for First-Timers
I love visiting Hoi An. I’m writing this article from Da Nang now and will be riding my scooter down to Hoi An this evening. I plan to ...
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My Khe Beach, Da Nang (2026): Where to Stay & What to Do
My Khe Beach has grown a lot since I moved to Da Nang in 2018. Back then, there was a beachside path, but the beach itself was largely ...
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Da Nang 1-Day Itinerary: A Local’s Guide
With one day in Da Nang, you can get a pretty decent taste of what the city is all about. As a long-time resident, I’ve put together this ...
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Hoi An 3-Day Itinerary: Planned by a Local
Three days in Hoi An gives you enough time to explore and enjoy the Old Town, visit the awesome rice fields outside of town, check out Hoi An’s ...
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The Saigon Skydeck: A Complete Guide for First-Timers (2026)
The Saigon Skydeck is an observatory on the 49th floor of the Bitexco Financial Tower in District 1, Ho Chi Minh City. The tower is 262 meters tall, ...
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War Remnants Museum: Visitor’s Guide for First-Timers
The War Remnants Museum is one of the most popular attractions in Ho Chi Minh City. I live nearby, and I always notice that it’s consistently busy, with ...
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Independence Palace in HCMC: Guide for First-Time Visitors
The Independence Palace is one of my favorite attractions in Ho Chi Minh City. I’ve been to it several times, but I came by again the other day ...
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