Hoi An has become our favorite destination in Central Vietnam, if not all of Southeast Asia. Its old world charm, recognized with a UNESCO World Heritage designation, variety of restaurant options, and full moon lantern festivals draw visitors from around the world to this unique port town. While tourism does overwhelm certain parts of Hoi…
If you’re wondering where to eat in Hoi An, allow us to point you to the best food and the best restaurants in Hoi An, Vietnam. With so many affordable food options in Vietnam, we’ve had the opportunity to eat out nearly every day for lunch and dinner. Since we’ve stayed in Hoi An for…
Hoi An Vietnam is one of our all-time favorite destinations and places to stay. Not only does the city itself have a lot to offer, Hoi An also makes a great base for day trips. This post will explore the best Hoi An day trips to help you plan nearby things to see and do….
Vietnam has become one of our favorite travel destinations. This post will help you create the best Vietnam itinerary for your own trip, whether it’s for 10 days, 2 weeks, or 1 month. We had the good fortune of having friends who were living in Vietnam for several years. They showed us around Hanoi and…
Many first time visitors wonder where to stay in Hoi An, Vietnam. The accommodation options are countless. And a wise choice of hotel or homestay can greatly enhance your trip to Hoi An. Here’s a real example: Some friends of ours booked their first stay in Hoi An at a house near the beach. They…
If you’re wondering what to do in Hoi An, Vietnam, read on for the perfect itinerary for 2 or 3 days in Hoi An. This post also includes a Hoi An walking tour map, bike route, and access to an interactive map of all the restaurants, sights, and other places we recommend around town.
Last week we hosted 6 guests for their very first trip to Vietnam. The week went better than we could have imagined. We enjoyed it so much that we’re going to do this again in the near future (more on this later). Our goals for this trip were: to help orient our guests to traveling…
You’re traveling through Central Vietnam, from Huế to Hoi An (or vise versa). You could take the bus – probably the cheapest option. You could take a train. You could rent a car. Or hire a private driver. Or you could take Vietnam’s most typical mode of transportation: the motorbike, and have a spectacular adventure…