May 2, 2015
We think the best way to see a destination at little cost is free tours. We have written about free walking tours before, but this one definitely deserves its own article.
We loved Vietnam, but Hoi An is in a league of its own. Hoi An is such a gorgeous, low-key, and i...
April 27, 2015
Vietnam is such a diverse country with diverse history as you move north to south, and as a result, deciding on an itinerary can be overwhelming. We didn't plan that much ahead of time and just went with the flow, and ended up in four destinations in Vietnam over a spa...
April 25, 2015
If you're deciding where in Vietnam to buy a fake North Face jacket - pick Hue!
Our current "jackets" (more like shells!) just weren't cutting it in Vietnam's rainy season
We travelled to Hanoi, Hue, Hoi An, and Saigon and found they were the cheapest - by...
March 11, 2015
Coming from India, we were shocked to see how "expensive" (relatively) trains in Vietnam were. Nevertheless, we had to get from Hanoi to Hue somehow, and after looking at our budget, we decided to go with the soft-seater class for $25.
Our train took about 12 hours,...
February 26, 2015
When travelling, we try to stick to homestays, guest houses, and whatever is cheapest. We have had some pretty awful experiences in hostels before (hyperlink), but after over 4 months of travelling through South East Asia, we were lucky to stay in some pretty awesome...
January 5, 2015
Simply put, we love food. We have been having a blast travelling the world and tasting the different cuisines of each country, all while maintaining a vegan diet. Before heading to Vietnam, Vic and I thought it would be the most difficult country for us to find vegan...
December 24, 2014
Sightseeing on a backpackers budget can be tough. Many countries have realized that the opportunity to overcharge tourists for activities that are 'must see' works wonders as a tourist tax. It can be a bit defeating when visiting two museums costs almost as much as you...
December 24, 2014
Picture this, a warm tropical climate surrounded by mango, jackfruit, and durian trees. The prices are low and the options are plenty. Welcome to the Mekong Delta. Located at the southern tip of Vietnam the Mekong Delta comprises an area about the size of Switzerland....
December 22, 2014
Hoi An is a special place. Walk along the Old Town and you will find a sea of beautiful yellow
buildings, lanterns hanging in trees, locals selling fried bananas, and yes - many, many tailor
shops. It can be a little overwhelming deciding which shop to go with so we th...
