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Vietnam, the country of the motorbikes. We crossed Vietnam from north to south to tell you all about it. We can’t wait to share with you our experiences about Sapa, Hanoi, Ha Long Bay, Ninh Binh, Hoi An or Ho Chi Minh.

Rafa cycling in Ninh Binh roads
Vietnam

Ninh Binh Travel Guide: Uncover Vietnam’s Hidden Gem

  • August 2, 2023

Welcome to our Ninh Binh travel guide! Often referred to as the “Ha Long Bay on land”, Ninh Binh was one of the most mesmerizing highlights of our Vietnam trip. Having just left Sapa, a region boasting some of the greenest and most natural landscapes we’ve ever seen, we didn’t think anything could surprise us. […]

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Iga in a massive temple in Hue
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Complete 3 week Vietnam Itinerary: From North to South

  • June 12, 2023

“Updated 2024: This post has been updated to reflect the current information and tips for your 3 week Vietnam itinerary. Enjoy planning your adventure!” Planning a trip to Vietnam is an adventure filled with excitement. However, with Vietnam’s vast landscapes and rich culture, it can be challenging to decide how long to spend in each […]

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A random street in Hanoi
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Hanoi Travel Guide: Discover the Charm of Vietnam’s Capital

  • June 6, 2023

Updated 2024: Welcome to our comprehensive Hanoi travel guide, freshly updated to bring you the latest insights and tips for exploring Vietnam’s captivating capital. Whether you’re planning your first visit or returning for another adventure, we’ve got you covered with the most current information. Hanoi, the capital of Vietnam, is a city that’s worth more […]

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Iga inside Cu Chi tunnels
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How to Visit the Cu Chi Tunnels Without a Tour: An Extraordinary Adventure in Vietnam

  • April 15, 2023

Are you curious about how to visit the Cu Chi tunnels without a tour? This guide offers an incredibly detailed, step-by-step guide to exploring these extraordinary underground tunnels in Vietnam on your own. The Cu Chi tunnels are an immense network of underground tunnels that stretch up to 250 km. These tunnels played a pivotal […]

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Rafa enjoy Ha Long Bay views from the boat
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Ha Long Bay or Sapa: Choose Your Adventure

  • April 1, 2023

Updated 2024: Uncover the charm of northern Vietnam! Dive into our comprehensive guide to help you decide: Ha Long Bay or Sapa? Explore breathtaking landscapes and authentic experiences. Are you planning a trip to the north of Vietnam and finding yourself torn between visiting the enchanting Ha Long Bay or the captivating Sapa? You’re not […]

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Our amazing Vietnamese class
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Couchsurfing in Ho Chi Minh: an Enchanting Adventure

  • February 28, 2022

Few days before our one-month visa in Vietnam expired, we decided to conclude our north-to-south journey with a unique experience: Couchsurfing in Ho Chi Minh City. This decision offered us an irresistible opportunity to spend quality time with locals, an aspect of travel we hadn’t fully explored yet. Our adventure led us to Thao, a […]

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Old woman in Sapa working
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Trekking and homestay with Hill Tribes of Sapa

  • June 16, 2018

As an ethnographer, I am always interested in reaching the people who still live by their traditions to understand their culture and the way they see the world. And meeting the Hill Tribes of Sapa was on my bucket list for Vietnam! Before going to Sapa, a town in the North of Vietnam, we were […]

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