Vietnam

Happy New Year in Saigon aka Ho Chi Minh City

Happy New Year in Saigon aka Ho Chi Minh City

Blue sky at last as I was landing in Ho Chi Minh City, formerly known as Saigon! However, before I write about Saigon I might quickly mention my stop in Nha Trang. Because from time to time even the best traveller might get the planning…

Da Nang and my days in Hoi An, the ancient must see town

Da Nang and my days in Hoi An, the ancient must see town

From Hue the bus ride to Da Nang was only a quick and easy 3 hours bus ride as the roads were pretty good. I have been on a few bus rides by now and I must say I find it quite ridiculous how the…

HUE and the Imperial City

HUE and the Imperial City

I have survived the 9 hours on the night train from Hanoi and arrived in Huế around 9.30am. It was ok, however after sharing the cabin (4 beds) with a loud snorer I didn’t sleep much. So I’d be happy to avoid night trains for…

Hanoi and Halong Bay – the start of my Vietnam trip

Hanoi and Halong Bay – the start of my Vietnam trip

I was finally here! After talking about going to Vietnam for what seems an eternity I have arrived in Hanoi, the capital of Vietnam. Funnily enough the day I flew out of Laos, the sun came out. Hanoi and Halong Bay HANOI  I decided to stay…