Vietnam vs. Thailand for Traveling (I’ve Lived in Both)

The coastline in Da Nang, Vietnam, with palm trees, fishing boats, and hotels in the distance
Vietnam and Thailand are often compared for traveling, maybe because they’re in the same region, but that’s largely where the similarities end. I’ve lived in multiple cities in ...
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11 Things to Do in Hue (Imperial City, Royal Tombs & More)

The Vietnamese flag on top of the Hue Flag Tower (Ky Dai) in Hue, Vietnam
I spent some time in Hue recently, doing research for this article and my newest batch of Hue travel guides. I spent a week there, exploring the city ...
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Why Hue is Worth Visiting (If You Have 2+ Days)

The Phuoc Duyen Tower at Thien Mu Pagoda in Hue, Vietnam
In my Vietnam travel planning groups, I get asked this question a lot: Anthony, do you think Hue is worth visiting? And I always share the same thought: ...
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The Scarlett Boutique Hotel Hue Review: A Great Value Stay

The breakfast buffet area at the Scarlett Boutique Hotel Hue
I’m pretty sure that the Scarlett Boutique Hotel Hue is one of the best boutique hotels in Hue. I feel confident saying this because after staying here for ...
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Indochine Palace Hue Review: 5-Stars & Huge Outdoor Pool

The huge outdoor swimming pool at Indochine Palace Hue
I recently stayed at the Indochine Palace Hotel in Hue for a few days while exploring the city. There is a lot to see in Hue. If you’re ...
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Money in Vietnam: ATMs, Cash, Costs & Traveler Tips

A TPBank Branch and ATM in Da Nang, Vietnam.
The currency in Vietnam is called the Vietnamese dong (VND). In this guide, I’ll go over the different VND denominations, using ATMs in Vietnam, currency exchangers and rates, ...
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12 Things to Do in Hoi An: A Local’s Guide for First-Timers

Hoi An Old Town, with a street vendor selling bánh bèo, lanterns overhead, and small restaurants lining the road.
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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An Bang Beach in Hoi An: Where to Swim, Stay, and Eat

Tourists on An Bang Beach, looking north along the coast toward Da Nang.
An Bang Beach is one of the reasons I like visiting Hoi An. It is by far Hoi An’s best and most convenient beach. And even though parts ...
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Renting a Scooter in Vietnam (& Tips for Riding)

My black Honda PCX 150 scooter parked along the Thu Bon River in Hoi An.
I’ve been riding a scooter daily since my first week in Vietnam in 2018. Like in the USA, Vietnam drives on the right side of the road. Scooters ...
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Is Da Nang Worth Visiting? A Local’s Review After 7 Years

Sunset over the Han River in Da Nang, with mountains in the distance and buildings with neon lights.
Da Nang has changed a lot since I first moved here in 2018. But in many ways, it’s stayed exactly the same. It was a bit of a ...
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