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Curious about teaching English in Vietnam? This guide answers questions you might have, including qualifications you need, where to find jobs, when to apply and more. job Teaching English in Vietnam is not a one-size-fits-all kinda business. There are many different types of teaching jobs available and, while most of them still centre around English, […]

Hoi An is one of the most charming and romantic towns in all of South-East Asia. The colonial streets with their yellow walls and dark wood shutters, basking in the romantic light of hanging lanterns, beckon all who travel to Vietnam. Hoi An is famed as one of the most densely populated areas of tailors, […]

With little-to-no clear rules, it’s not surprising that the roads of Vietnam have garnered a reputation as one of the most dangerous places to drive. I’m not here to tell you that it’s safe, I have seen my share of accidents, but I have found that with some conscious effort you can make your experience […]

Hoi An is a foodie haven, with a number of Vietnamese dishes than can only be found here. You NEED to eat this food in Hoi An. Off the southern tip of Vietnam, lie Nam Du and Hon Son; Vietnam’s paradise islands. This guide shares how to get to them and where to stay. After […]

I guess this is kind of my own “eat, pray, love” episode. Girl has heartbroken, decides to go on an epic adventure and falls back in love with life. Cliche, I know, but this solo motorbike trip across Vietnam literally changed my life. One of the most challenging experiences when living as an expat, or […]

Looking for a side trip from Bangkok? Only 2.5 hours away by train, Kanchanaburi is the perfect place to go! This guide shares how to take the train to Kanchanaburi from Bangkok, including 2024 train times and prices.

To visit Vietnam you will most likely need a visa. Some nationalities, like the UK, are granted visa exemptions, but most travellers will need to obtain a visa to visit Vietnam (check for your nationality). Thankfully there is now an online e-visa portal through which you can apply for your Vietnam visa (check if your […]

⏰ 1hr 💰 ~110k (see “By Plane” for the public bus) ⏰ ~ 3.5 hrs 💰 ~ 150 – 250k ⏰ 10+hrs (overnight sleeper buses) 💰 ~ 300k I can’t find any information for booking the bus between Quy Nhon and Hoi An online, however this route does operate. To book you will most likely […]

Curious about surfing in Vietnam? This guide shares the best places to surf in Vietnam, including where to learn, specific beaches and where to rent surfboards. Tra Su Cajuput Forest in Chau Doc embodies the quintessential Mekong Delta experience. This guide shares everything you need to know for visiting this magical nature park!

When in the land of motorbikes, you have to ride one! Here are the best roads to motorbike in Vietnam, including rentals, routes and Easy Rider tours. Motorbiking, Travel Guides, Vietnam Unsure if the Mekong Delta is worth visiting? I promise you it is! This itinerary shares unique things to see, where to stay and […]

Hoi An is one of the most charming and romantic towns in all of South-East Asia. The colonial streets with their yellow walls and dark wood shutters, basking in the romantic light of hanging lanterns, beckon all who travel to Vietnam. Hoi An is famed as one of the most densely populated areas of tailors, […]

My average daily budget while travelling in Cambodia was $28. This covered everything from accommodation, transport, food & activities as we travelled around the country for 4 weeks. Of course, there were some days that were cheaper, and some that were more expensive but it evened out in the end. Miscellaneous 💰 $63 I spent […]

Being the proud owner of a TEFL certification is one of the big requirements for becoming an English Teacher abroad. With so many TEFL courses out there it can be confusing to pick one. After a bit of research, I decided to go with the 140hr TEFL.org course which has since served me great during my […]

Hoi An is a foodie haven, with a number of Vietnamese dishes than can only be found here. You NEED to eat this food in Hoi An. Food plays a huge role in Vietnamese culture. Yet a lot of visitors are nervous to scratch below the surface of the well known classic Vietnamese dishes like […]