The Old Quarter in Hanoi is undoubtedly the most bustling part of the city. If I had to compare it somewhere else it would be to China Town in Bangkok. It’s noisy, busy, motorbike clogged and there is always something happening, usually on the higher side of the decibel meter. If you want to experience the quintessence of Hanoi this is the right place to … Continue reading What to Expect from Hanoi’s Old Quarter
Van Long is one of those places where you feel like time has stopped. Imagine misty wetlands surrounded by dramatic limestone cliffs with lush vegetation. There is just you and a local lady who doesn’t speak a single word of English. The only noises you hear are the splashing water as the bamboo boat goes into the wilderness and the sound of the langurs somewhere far … Continue reading Van Long: The Hidden-But-Not-For-Long Gem of Ninh Bình
I will go straight to the point and tell you that Monkey Island Resort in Cat Ba is not the lost paradise that you’d hope to find on a tiny island in Lan Ha Bay. But it’s still worth a visit. When we were planning our trip in Vietnam we were thinking of visiting Ha Long Bay but after reading a lot of reviews and … Continue reading Monkey Island Resort in Lan Ha Bay: Our Experience
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The only bad thing about Vietnamese fashion is that it can not be bought online. Or at least not easily. That’s why yours truly is currently wishing for a little shopping trip to Hanoi and HCMC. Here are a few brands whose aesthetic is edgy and classy in the same time. Continue reading 6 Vietnamese Fashion Brands to Watch
The Market is the newest shopping mall in Bangkok, conveniently located in front of Central World and next to Big C. It reminds us of Platinum mall but in a better and more spacious version. Some of the shops are the same and prices don’t differ either. There also a bunch of stalls selling more curated items that you won’t see on any other person … Continue reading What to Expect from THE MARKET in Bangkok
I remember seeing this abbandoned house built in 1916 every time I was in Bangkok. Now a small luxury hotel, Kessara is a wonderful example of a traditional Thai architecture. Continue reading Kessara: The Boutique Hotel in Bangkok
Today’s interview is with Elina, a Latvian girl in KL. She works in a top PR company and manages her own travel agency in the same time. Continue reading Expat Interview with Elina: From Latvia to KL
