Hiking in Sapa, Vietnam
Hiking in Sapa, Vietnam, blends the best of indigenous cultures, rolling rice paddies, and rugged vistas. Begin your journey with a night train from Hanoi.
Hanoi and Ha Long Bay, Vietnam
A visit to Hanoi and Ha Long Bay, Vietnam, offers the charm of Vietnam’s Old City and the unique, striking cliffs and emerald waters of the bay.
Bus 502: Local Travel in India turns Dicey
Rumors along the backpacker trail foretold of the long, intolerable Hanoi to Vientiane bus ride. We found out just how crazy this route actually was!
Two days in Hue, Vietnam
From the quaint riverside town of Hoi An, we traveled by bus to Hue, passing through some jaw dropping, big-skied country vistas. It is here that nature exists without airplanes droning overhead or blue skies cut into lanes by intrusive power lines. The...
Five Reasons to Visit Hoi An, Vietnam
Hoi An is a beautiful UNESCO world heritage site. After five fabulous days, I whittled my favorite adventures down to 5 reasons to visit Hoi An.
The Popular Boat Trip of Nha Trang, Vietnam
The popular boat trip of Nha Trang, Vietnam, is legendary among backpackers. A dance party, alcohol, lunch, and karaoke equals a cheap, fun day trip.
