Vietnam With Me
Hidden gems, local insights. Travel deeper, not further.
- Thailand or Vietnam: Which Is the Right Adventure for You?A Bangkok taxi driver once told me, “Our country is not like before. We lost rice export to Vietnam. We lost football to Vietnam. We talk big, but do nothing.”… Read more: Thailand or Vietnam: Which Is the Right Adventure for You?
- Is This the Best Rainy Day Buffet in Nha Trang?Most buffets in Nha Trang fall into two camps: expensive seafood spectacles, or crowded, forgettable hotel spreads. Đà Lạt Buffet BBQ, perched on the third floor of Nha Trang Center,… Read more: Is This the Best Rainy Day Buffet in Nha Trang?
- Is This the Best Way to Spend a Rainy Night in Nha Trang?The first time I heard karaoke blasting from a house at midnight, I thought a neighbour was having a wild party. I was new to Nha Trang, jet‑lagged, and slightly… Read more: Is This the Best Way to Spend a Rainy Night in Nha Trang?
- Is This the Best Value Rooftop in Nha Trang?I ended up at Sky Lounge three times in one week. Breakfast, lunch, and a late-night drink. Not because I planned it — because the view kept pulling me back.… Read more: Is This the Best Value Rooftop in Nha Trang?
- Epic Battle of the Day Passes: 5 Nha Trang ResortsNot everyone wants to book a hotel room just to use a nice pool. In Nha Trang, you don’t have to. A handful of beachfront resorts throw open their gates… Read more: Epic Battle of the Day Passes: 5 Nha Trang Resorts
- The Overnight Hack That Makes Hon Tam Mud Baths FreeI’ve been to Hon Tam Island more times than I can count. I’ve gone for the mud baths, the infinity pools, the beach, and the seafood hotpot. But on my… Read more: The Overnight Hack That Makes Hon Tam Mud Baths Free
- Is This the Best Sunset Dinner on Hon Tam Island?You don’t need a room key to eat well on Hon Tam Island. I learned this by accident. I’d spent the day swimming, kayaking, and lying on a lounger like… Read more: Is This the Best Sunset Dinner on Hon Tam Island?
- The Waterfall Where Fairies Bathed and Warriors Fell in LoveJust five kilometres south of Da Lat, hidden in the mist and pine trees, lies a waterfall with a soul. Datanla Waterfall isn’t the tallest or the loudest. It’s something… Read more: The Waterfall Where Fairies Bathed and Warriors Fell in Love
- A Miniature World of Clay: Da Lat’s Weirdest AttractionDa Lat is not short on strange attractions. You can sleep in a fairytale nightmare at the Crazy House, hunt for a beer‑bottle dragon, or sip coffee above a sea… Read more: A Miniature World of Clay: Da Lat’s Weirdest Attraction
- The Most Peaceful Infinity Pool Above Nha TrangMost rooftop bars in Nha Trang are great at two things: looking incredible in photos, and emptying your wallet the moment you sit down. So I wasn’t expecting much when… Read more: The Most Peaceful Infinity Pool Above Nha Trang
- A Rooftop Infinity Pool, Free Sauna, and Zero CrowdsThere’s a stretch of Phạm Văn Đồng Street that most tourists never reach. It sits north of the main strip, where the motorbike chaos fades and the only soundtrack is… Read more: A Rooftop Infinity Pool, Free Sauna, and Zero Crowds
- The Turquoise Bay Called Little Bali in Nha TrangLet’s be honest. The central beach in Nha Trang is fine if you enjoy lying elbow‑to‑elbow with strangers, dodging jet skis, and being offered sunglasses every four minutes. But if… Read more: The Turquoise Bay Called Little Bali in Nha Trang
- The Best $10 You’ll Spend in Nha Trang (Pool Included)I kept hearing about Boma Resort from friends — how it’s this calm, stylish spot north of the city, away from the honking and the crowds. So I went for… Read more: The Best $10 You’ll Spend in Nha Trang (Pool Included)
- Bamboo Wind Chimes and a Million-Dollar View for FreeI almost did not come here. It was tucked away on a hillside north of the city, absent from most itineraries, and my Grab driver gave me a quizzical look… Read more: Bamboo Wind Chimes and a Million-Dollar View for Free
- The Beach Lounge with Two Pools (and a Free Drink)Most people fly into Cam Ranh and rush straight to Nha Trang. I get it. The city calls, the beach awaits, and the transfer is only forty minutes. But here… Read more: The Beach Lounge with Two Pools (and a Free Drink)
- Skip the Roller Coasters for This Surprise Waterfall DropMost people rush through VinWonders chasing roller coasters and water slides. They queue for the Alpine Coaster, they sprint toward the giant ferris wheel, they race from one adrenaline spike… Read more: Skip the Roller Coasters for This Surprise Waterfall Drop
- The Buffet with 250+ Dishes and Free VIP RoomsI have been to many buffets in Nha Trang. Most are forgettable — lukewarm trays of fried rice, sad-looking sushi, and the faint smell of bleach. But QooQoo Buffet Nha… Read more: The Buffet with 250+ Dishes and Free VIP Rooms
- Go Underground for the Best Stress-Free Market in SaigonThe first time I went to Ben Thanh Market, I lasted exactly twenty minutes. The heat, the crowds, the constant «lady, you buy something?» — it is a lot. Then… Read more: Go Underground for the Best Stress-Free Market in Saigon
- The Pool Is for Guests Only, But the Sunset Is FreeI found one of the best sunset spots in Saigon — but there are a few things you absolutely need to know before you go. The Social Club Rooftop Saigon… Read more: The Pool Is for Guests Only, But the Sunset Is Free
- A 100-Meter Silence in the Middle of Saigon’s ChaosMost tourists rush between the Notre‑Dame Cathedral and the Central Post Office, snap their photos, and leave. But right next to them, hidden in plain sight, is a 100‑meter‑long pedestrian… Read more: A 100-Meter Silence in the Middle of Saigon’s Chaos
- This Post Office Was Designed by Eiffel (and It’s Free)Everyone knows two things about the Saigon Central Post Office: it is yellow, and it is old. But there is so much more to this iconic building than a quick… Read more: This Post Office Was Designed by Eiffel (and It’s Free)
- Bui Vien: The Beautiful Disaster You Need to SeeBui Vien is loud, chaotic, and borderline aggressive. It is not trying to be pretty. It is trying to be alive. And trust me – there is nothing else like… Read more: Bui Vien: The Beautiful Disaster You Need to See
- Balconies, Elevators, and the Best Coffee in SaigonMost people walk straight past it. They see the weathered facade, the tangle of electrical wires, the faded yellow paint, and they keep moving toward the shiny shopping malls further… Read more: Balconies, Elevators, and the Best Coffee in Saigon
- The Epic Temple Where Victor Hugo Is a SaintWe almost drove past. It is tucked away on a quiet hill, about seven kilometres from Da Lat’s centre. But the second you see it, you cannot look away. A… Read more: The Epic Temple Where Victor Hugo Is a Saint
- 12,000 Beer Bottles, One Dragon, and a Hell TunnelI walked into this pagoda thinking, “Okay, another temple.” Then I saw the dragon. Covered in beer bottles. Green bottles, brown bottles, old wine labels still stuck to them. 12,000… Read more: 12,000 Beer Bottles, One Dragon, and a Hell Tunnel
- The Hidden Valley of Da Lat Is Pure SilenceHonestly? I turned around twice. The first time, the road narrowed to a dirt track and I was certain I’d taken a wrong turn. The second time, my map showed… Read more: The Hidden Valley of Da Lat Is Pure Silence
- The Lost Hobbit Village (and Wine) in VietnamHonestly, I was not sure what to expect. A Hobbit village in Vietnam? It sounded like the kind of thing that would either be brilliant or a complete disaster. But… Read more: The Lost Hobbit Village (and Wine) in Vietnam
- Is This the Most Peaceful 48m Buddha in Vietnam?Most tourists go to Long Son Pagoda. They climb the 152 steps, snap a photo of the white Buddha, and tick it off the list. But fifteen kilometres west of… Read more: Is This the Most Peaceful 48m Buddha in Vietnam?
- My New Friends Have Fins: Swimming in a Lagoon with FishI saw the video on a Tuesday afternoon, bleary‑eyed and scrolling, and I nearly kept going. People floating in a saltwater lagoon with actual tropical fish — no snorkels, no… Read more: My New Friends Have Fins: Swimming in a Lagoon with Fish
- Why Drive 45 Minutes When Your Private Pool Is Right Here?Most people fly into Cam Ranh and spend the next forty‑five minutes staring at the back of a taxi seat, watching the airport shrink in the rear‑view mirror while the… Read more: Why Drive 45 Minutes When Your Private Pool Is Right Here?
- I Found Vietnam’s Greenest Resort (and It Has Private Pools)I almost didn’t book this place. It felt too far from Nha Trang city, and I was worried I’d spend my entire trip in a taxi. Best mistake I ever… Read more: I Found Vietnam’s Greenest Resort (and It Has Private Pools)
- A Private Pool, the Ocean, and Total Peace of MindThe first time I flew into Cam Ranh, I did what every first‑timer does: I grabbed my bag, ignored the coastline, and headed straight for the neon chaos of Nha… Read more: A Private Pool, the Ocean, and Total Peace of Mind
- The Beach Where I Lost Track of Time (and Tourists)The first time I heard about Doc Let, it was from a grizzled expat nursing a beer at a roadside café in Nha Trang. “Don’t tell anyone,” he said, jabbing… Read more: The Beach Where I Lost Track of Time (and Tourists)
- How to Save 50% at This 28th-Floor Sunset RooftopThe first time I went to Altitude Rooftop Bar, I paid full price. I didn’t know any better. I walked into the Sheraton lobby, rode the elevator to the 28th… Read more: How to Save 50% at This 28th-Floor Sunset Rooftop
- One Beach, 10+ Kitchens: The Ultimate Sunset Food CourtI ended up at Pit Stop by accident, which is how most of my best meals in Vietnam have happened. I’d spent the afternoon weaving through Mui Ne’s sand dunes… Read more: One Beach, 10+ Kitchens: The Ultimate Sunset Food Court
- A Luxury Day Pass with Crystal Water and Zero CrowdsI found it by accident, which is how the best discoveries always seem to happen. I was driving along Phạm Văn Đồng street on a Tuesday morning, the motorbike humming… Read more: A Luxury Day Pass with Crystal Water and Zero Crowds
- A Free Golden Giant: The Peaceful Buddha Overlooking DalatMost tourists go to the Crazy House or the old train station. They queue for photos, buy postcards, and tick the landmarks off a list. But the real soul of… Read more: A Free Golden Giant: The Peaceful Buddha Overlooking Dalat
- Where the Rice Fields Stretch Forever and Coffee Tastes BetterI found it by accident, which is how the best discoveries always seem to happen. I’d taken a wrong turn on the motorbike, following a narrow lane that snaked away… Read more: Where the Rice Fields Stretch Forever and Coffee Tastes Better
- Private Pool, Monkeys, and a Birthday Surprise in Nha TrangWe booked The Trăng Villas for one night. Just one. A quick birthday escape, a bottle of wine, a private pool, and back to the city by lunchtime the next… Read more: Private Pool, Monkeys, and a Birthday Surprise in Nha Trang
- Mui Ne’s Insane Water Castle: No Beach, All MagicI’ll be honest – when I first saw photos of Centara Mirage Resort Mui Ne, I thought someone had photoshopped a Spanish castle onto a Vietnamese coastline. It looked impossible:… Read more: Mui Ne’s Insane Water Castle: No Beach, All Magic
- The Best Way to See Saigon: Stay on the BusI bought the ticket for the open‑top bus with a specific plan in mind: ride to the Central Post Office, snap a photo, hop off at the Cathedral, and then… Read more: The Best Way to See Saigon: Stay on the Bus
- One Step Inside and You’re in a Pink FairytaleI thought I had seen it all, but then I walked into Pinky Garden. Imagine a place where literally everything is pink – the walls, the chairs, the flowers, even… Read more: One Step Inside and You’re in a Pink Fairytale
- This Hidden Saigon Cafe Is a Vintage Time CapsuleThe alley doesn’t want to be found. It twists off Nguyễn Đình Chiểu in District 3, narrow enough that you could touch both walls if you stretched your arms out,… Read more: This Hidden Saigon Cafe Is a Vintage Time Capsule
- This Lighthouse Cafe in Mui Ne Has the Best SunsetI almost didn’t stop. The coastal road north of Mui Ne was empty, the afternoon heat was finally starting to soften, and the lighthouse appeared on the horizon like something… Read more: This Lighthouse Cafe in Mui Ne Has the Best Sunset
- Don’t Sleep Here: The Haunting Beauty of the Crazy HouseYes, it looks like something from a Tim Burton movie. Twisted tree trunks, giant spider webs, melting staircases, and animal‑shaped rooms. This is the Crazy House Da Lat — officially… Read more: Don’t Sleep Here: The Haunting Beauty of the Crazy House
- Stunning Sunrise at the Giant’s Handprint RockStunning Sunrise at the Giant’s Handprint Rock Honestly, I almost skipped this place. It was 5:30 AM, the sky was still bruised purple from the night, and my bed felt… Read more: Stunning Sunrise at the Giant’s Handprint Rock
- Hidden Cave Coffee: Ocean Views & Strong Vietnamese BrewThe name alone – Hang Heo, which translates, wonderfully, to “Pig Cave” – was enough to get me on the motorbike. That, and the photos. A handful of grainy images… Read more: Hidden Cave Coffee: Ocean Views & Strong Vietnamese Brew
- Mia Resort Day Pass: Quiet Luxury & Private Beach for 400KThe first time I pulled up to Mia Resort, I’d already had a long morning. My hotel check‑out was hours behind me, my flight wasn’t until the evening, and I… Read more: Mia Resort Day Pass: Quiet Luxury & Private Beach for 400K
- The Hidden Day Pass: Diamond Bay Quiet Luxury & PoolThe first time I pulled up to Diamond Bay Resort, I wasn’t expecting much. I’d spent the morning wedged between selfie sticks on the main beach and just wanted somewhere… Read more: The Hidden Day Pass: Diamond Bay Quiet Luxury & Pool
- Saigon’s Futuristic Park: Landmark 81 and Its Hidden GemThe first time I stepped into Vinhomes Central Park, I genuinely thought my Grab driver had dropped me in the wrong city. No buzzing motorbikes, no sidewalk phở stalls, no… Read more: Saigon’s Futuristic Park: Landmark 81 and Its Hidden Gem
- French Gothic Church on a Hill: Vietnam’s Hidden GemWhen you think of Nha Trang, endless beaches, the bustling Tran Phu promenade, and a giant white Buddha likely come to mind. However, walk just half a kilometer from the… Read more: French Gothic Church on a Hill: Vietnam’s Hidden Gem
- Authentic Craft Village: A Hidden Gem of VietnamI stumbled upon this place completely by accident — just riding around on my motorbike and decided to turn off my usual route. And you know what? It was one… Read more: Authentic Craft Village: A Hidden Gem of Vietnam
- Enchanted Forest with Mini Zoo: A Great Hidden GemIf you, like me, have already explored all of the area’s main attractions and crave something new and unusual, this place is definitely for you. Let me introduce you to… Read more: Enchanted Forest with Mini Zoo: A Great Hidden Gem
- The White Buddha and the Epic 152-Step Climb: A Full GuideHonestly, I kept postponing my visit to this famous pagoda. Another temple, a tourist must‑see, crowds, souvenirs… I thought I had seen it all. But curiosity (and my friends’ photos)… Read more: The White Buddha and the Epic 152-Step Climb: A Full Guide
- Hidden Mountain Pagoda: The Best View You’ve Never SeenHidden Mountain Pagoda: The Best View You’ve Never Seen Honestly, I thought I knew everything about Nha Trang. I have explored every corner, it seems, and written about all the… Read more: Hidden Mountain Pagoda: The Best View You’ve Never Seen
- Swim in Vietnam’s Highest Infinity Pool: Worth It?If you are looking for a bird’s-eye view of the city, you have probably heard about observation decks. Then again, why pay just for a view when you can get… Read more: Swim in Vietnam’s Highest Infinity Pool: Worth It?
- The Secret Waterfalls of Vietnam: A Complete Trekking GuideBa Ho Waterfalls is a place I genuinely recommend to anyone who feels cramped among Nha Trang’s beach loungers and noisy bars. It is one of the best adventures near… Read more: The Secret Waterfalls of Vietnam: A Complete Trekking Guide
- Vietnam’s Secret Wild Beach: Is This the Best Paradise?To be honest, I hesitated for a long time about whether to even share this place. Bãi Dài is one of those rare corners you want to keep for yourself.… Read more: Vietnam’s Secret Wild Beach: Is This the Best Paradise?
- Nha Trang with Kids: A Museum They’ll Actually LoveI will be honest: I rarely go to museums. They are usually dusty, boring, and make me want to escape outside as quickly as possible. But the Institute of Oceanography… Read more: Nha Trang with Kids: A Museum They’ll Actually Love
- Vietnam’s Hidden Temple: A Complete Visitor’s GuideDo you know what I love most about Nha Trang? It is not just a beach resort. Drive just a couple of kilometers from the promenade, and you are transported… Read more: Vietnam’s Hidden Temple: A Complete Visitor’s Guide
- VinWonders Nha Trang: Day Trip Secrets from a ProI have been to VinWonders Nha Trang eleven times. Eleven. Every time friends fly into Nha Trang, I am their self‑appointed guide. But my latest visit just days ago revealed… Read more: VinWonders Nha Trang: Day Trip Secrets from a Pro
- Best Places to Stay in Nha Trang: Full Area GuideNha Trang is a city of contrasts, and choosing the right neighborhood directly shapes your vacation. Some seek peace and family comfort, others want to be in the thick of… Read more: Best Places to Stay in Nha Trang: Full Area Guide
- The Ultimate 2-3 Day Island Escape from Nha TrangNha Trang is wonderful in many ways, except for one — its noise and bustle can sometimes feel overwhelming. The perfect escape lies just a 15‑minute speedboat ride from the… Read more: The Ultimate 2-3 Day Island Escape from Nha Trang
- 9 Days in Nha Trang: The Ultimate Itinerary for First-Timers9 Days in Nha Trang: The Ultimate Itinerary for First-Timers Nha Trang is Vietnam’s vibrant coastal hub — a place where bustling city life meets serene island escapes. Some call… Read more: 9 Days in Nha Trang: The Ultimate Itinerary for First-Timers































































