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Things to Do in Hanoi, Vietnam on a Budget
Asia | Vietnam

Things to Do in Hanoi, Vietnam on a Budget

Vietnam’s capital, Hanoi, is a bustling city in the North with a lot to explore. Cost of living is fairly cheap so there are many things to do in Hanoi on a budget. Despite not loving big cities and traffic, we have really enjoyed our many visits to Hanoi. Initially we stayed with expat friends…

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A Budget Guide to Ninh Binh: Bicycle Map + Itinerary
Asia | Vietnam

A Budget Guide to Ninh Binh: Bicycle Map + Itinerary

Ninh Binh is a beautiful UNESCO World Heritage destination just south of Hanoi, Vietnam. Ninh Binh is often referred to as “Ha Long Bay on land” because they both have impressive karsts and caves with boat rides for tourists. In our opinion, Ninh Binh makes a great less-crowded alternative to Ha Long Bay, whether you’re…

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What to See, Do, and Eat in Hoi An, Vietnam on a Budget | Intentional Travelers
Asia | Vietnam

Ultimate Guide: What to Do in Hoi An Vietnam

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…

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VIetnam Itinerary 10 days 2 weeks or 1 month
Asia | Vietnam

Suggested Vietnam Itinerary: 10 Days, 2 Weeks, or 1 Month

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…

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5 Cool Cafes and Coffee Treats in Hanoi, Vietnam
Asia | Vietnam

4 Cool Cafes and Coffee Treats in Hanoi, Vietnam

Before coming to Vietnam, we knew that coffee production was big for the country. What we didn’t expect was the extensive coffee culture we discovered in Hanoi. There seem to be even more coffee shops in Hanoi than the pervasive number of Starbucks locations in the States (and yes, there are a few Starbucks in…

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Hoi An itinerary: 3 days plus self guided walking tour map | Intentional Travelers
Asia | Travel Tips | Vietnam

Hoi An itinerary: 3 days plus self guided walking tour map

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.

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Staying Fit in Hanoi, Vietnam | Intentional Travelers
Asia | Vietnam

Staying Fit in Hanoi, Vietnam

No matter where we go around the world, it’s important to us to maintain a regular exercise habit. This can sometimes be a challenge on the road, but thankfully in Hanoi, there weren’t too many barriers. Our Morning Work Outs in Hanoi Our morning work outs fell under one of two approaches: 1. Doing work out…

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three fishing boats in lan ha bay vietnam
Asia | Review | Vietnam

Cat Ba Island – Lan Ha – HaLong Bay Cruise Review + Tips

What is the best value for your money and time on a HaLong Bay cruise? These are our tips and full HaLong Bay cruise review to help you make the best choice. In this post, we share what we learned from our experience on Venezia Cruises 3-day 2-night Lan Ha Bay itinerary and from extensive research…

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Dalat lake with bench and swan boats
Asia | Vietnam

DaLat Itinerary, Self Guided Tour & DaLat Vietnam Map

Vietnam has been one of our favorite destinations in Southeast Asia. After multiple stays in Central Vietnam and Northern Vietnam, we kept hearing great things about the mountain city of Dalat. We finally got to visit DaLat Vietnam in 2023, where our excellent homestay hosts helped introduce us to the city and culture of Da…

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How to Cross the Street in Hanoi, Vietnam (with video) | Intentional Travelers
Asia | Vietnam

How to Cross the Street in Hanoi Traffic

We are by no means the first to post on the internet about crossing through street traffic in Hanoi (or any other cities in Vietnam), and that’s because it is an unforgettable cultural adventure. For the first half of our month visit, we stayed with close friends who were one year into a five year…

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