Culture, beliefs

Culture, beliefs

🎡 Attractions & Activities

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Here’s exactly what to do in Hanoi at night for first-timers

Skip the tourist traps. An expat tells you exactly what to do in Hanoi at night: where to eat, how to handle the traffic & why you need to book your puppet show tickets early.

Astrid Freja

Oct 29

Culture, beliefs

💡 Tips & Transportation

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Vietnam vs Thailand travel: Where I felt more welcome

Vietnam vs Thailand travel? It's not about nicer people. It's a polished welcome vs an earned one. Find out which travel style is right for you before you book.

Astrid Freja

Sep 18

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Best time for Vietnam festivals after 10 years living here

The practical guide to Vietnam festivals. After years, here’s the real advice on Tet, Hoi An & more. Learn the best times to go, what to skip & how to avoid the crowds.

Astrid Freja

Sep 20

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Vietnamese culture: 9 things that shock most tourists

Think you know Vietnam? This guide reveals 15 surprising realities of Vietnamese culture most tourists miss. Learn the unwritten rules of traffic, street food, and local etiquette.

Astrid Freja

Oct 08

Culture, beliefs

🍜 Food & Drink

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Top 10 Must-Try Dishes in Sapa & Best Places to Savor Them

Discover the top 10 must-try dishes in Sapa, from hearty thang co to fresh salmon hotpot, and the best places to savor them in Vietnam’s misty highlands, Let's dive in.

Astrid Freja

Mar 11

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5 Best instagrammable Vegan Restaurants in Hanoi

Don't settle for boring food. This guide shows you 5 amazing, picture-perfect vegan restaurants in Hanoi that are a core part of the cultural experience. Find out where to go now.

Astrid Freja

Nov 13