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Astrid Freja

Vietnam has been my home for 9+ years now, and it’s been quite a ride. Writing for VietAdvisor lets me explore the hidden gems and rich traditions from one end of the country to the other. I'm excited to share these local insights with you and help you see Vietnam through a more authentic lens.

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ho chi minh city to vung tau Vietadvisor

Ho Chi Minh City Vung Tau

Ferry, bus or bike from Ho Chi Minh City to Vung Tau?
2026-06-26

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cost of ho cho minh city 1 Vietadvisor

Ho Chi Minh City

Exact daily costs for Ho Chi Minh City as a traveler in 2026
2026-06-25

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saigon travel guide Vietadvisor

Ho Chi Minh City

Saigon travel guide from a longtime expat
2026-06-24

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5 days in Ho Chi Minh City Vietadvisor

Ho Chi Minh City

Best way to spend 5 days in Ho Chi Minh City for travelers
2026-06-24

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2 days in hcmc Vietadvisor

Ho Chi Minh City

The local way to spend 2 days in Ho Chi Minh City
2026-06-22

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Ho Chi Minh City Itinerary Vietadvisor

Ho Chi Minh City

Perfectly Paced Ho Chi Minh City Itinerary for first-timers
2026-06-15

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ho chi minh attractions Vietadvisor

Ho Chi Minh City

10 Ho Chi Minh city attractions travelers must visit in 2026
2026-06-11

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10 Saigon street foods Vietadvisor

Ho Chi Minh City

10 Saigon street foods to eat before you leave
2026-06-09

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Where to stay in Ho Chi Minh city Vietadvisor

Ho Chi Minh City Hotels

Where to stay in Ho Chi Minh city as a first-timer?
2026-06-08

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stuff to do in Ho Chi Minh city Vietadvisor

Ho Chi Minh City

My expat guide to stuffs to do in Ho Chi Minh city
2026-06-04

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Hanoi walking tour route Vietadvisor

Hanoi

Save money & take this Hanoi walking tour route
2026-06-03

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Hanoi vs Da Nang Vietadvisor

Hanoi Da Nang

Hanoi vs Da Nang 2026: Which city fits your vibe?
2026-06-03

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Hanoi weekend itinerary Vietadvisor

Hanoi

The local way to a 2-day Hanoi weekend itinerary
2026-06-02

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hanoi da nang train Vietadvisor

Hanoi Da Nang

Inside the private Hanoi Da Nang train sleeper cabins
2026-06-01

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Quang Phu Cau incense village Vietadvisor

Hanoi

My private Quang Phu Cau incense village tour full review
2026-05-28

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Hanoi Old Quarter hotels Vietadvisor

Hanoi

5 Hanoi Old Quarter hotels approved by longtime expats
2026-05-28

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Hanoi scooter tours over cyclos Vietadvisor

Hanoi

Why I Prefer Hanoi scooter tours over cyclos (Updated 2026)
2026-05-27

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Is Hanoi worth visiting Vietadvisor

Hanoi

Is Hanoi worth visiting? Why I still love it after 10 years
2026-05-25

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how many days in Hanoi Vietadvisor

Hanoi

Decide how many days in Hanoi with this ultimate guide!
2026-05-22

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attractions in Hanoi Vietadvisor

Hanoi

15 attractions in Hanoi every traveler needs to see!
2026-05-21

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where to stay in Hanoi Vietadvisor

Hanoi

My top handpicked areas on where to stay in Hanoi
2026-05-19

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ha long bay restaurant 2 Vietadvisor

Ha Long

I tried 20 Ha Long Bay restaurants to find these 10
2026-05-19

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Halong Bay tour from Hanoi Vietadvisor

Ha Long

The truth about a Halong Bay tour from Hanoi (2026 updated)
2026-05-18

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best time to visit Halong Bay Vietadvisor

Ha Long Tips & advices

I found best time to visit Halong Bay for cruise deals 2026
2026-05-16

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where to stay in Ha Long Bay 1 Vietadvisor

Ha Long

Boat or hotel when choosing where to stay in Ha Long Bay
2026-05-15

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ha longbay itinerary 1 Vietadvisor

Ha Long

[2026] The only Ha Long Bay itinerary that matches all vibes
2026-05-15

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Is Ha Long Bay worth It Vietadvisor

Ha Long

Stop asking Is Ha Long Bay worth It in 2026, read this first
2026-05-14

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Halong Bay attractions Vietadvisor

Ha Long Locations review

12 Halong Bay attractions you need to see when come here
2026-05-12

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what to eat in ha long 1 Vietadvisor

Ha Long

Exactly what to eat in Ha Long ranked from gross to best
2026-05-06

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things to do in ha long Vietadvisor

Ha Long

10 best things to do in HaLong Bay you should do in 2026
2026-04-29

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