When people think of Ninh Binh, they usually picture its breathtaking scenery, often described as “Ha Long Bay on land,” where massive limestone karsts rise dramatically…
Year: 2025
*Updated in March 2026 In our previous articles, we already covered local food, Western restaurants, and specialty coffee in Da Nang. We are now aiming to…
*Updated in March 2026 With a growing community of both tourists and long-term expats, it’s no surprise that Da Nang is home to a wide range…
📅 This article was updated in August 2025 Let me start with a disclaimer: although I’ve lived in Vietnam for 17 years, I’m still far from…
*Updated in March 2026 Da Nang has quickly become a popular tourist destination and is often called Vietnam’s most livable city — and we couldn’t agree…
*Updated in March 2026 Among its neighbors, Vietnam stands out for its coffee culture with deep roots dating back to the colonial period – a French priest…
Réno Bar, which opened in early 2025 in the basement of the CLASSYC Hotel, is latest addition to Hanoi’s cocktail scene
If you ask a French person (like me!) to select the must-try dish in France, they’ll likely start by saying something like, “It’s impossible to choose—there…
In 1986, the Vietnamese authorities launched the Đổi Mới reform, a radical restructuring of the economy that gradually allowed private enterprise and property ownership. This transformative…
The weather in Hanoi can be quite gloomy for long stretches of the year, especially when fog combines with pollution. This makes clear-sky days something to…