Seven unmissable things to do in Saigon/HCMC
Perhaps you’ve already read my post on creating a sample two week itinerary for Vietnam, and now you feel inspired to plan your …
Sample 2 week itinerary for Vietnam
One of the trickiest things for do-it-yourself travel planners to work out, especially when visiting a destination for the first time, is how …
You can tell a lot about Fairlie, from Fairlie’s travel handbag
When the family is out and about on foreign lands, someone needs to be prepared. And in our family’s case, it’s me …
10 of my best-kept tips for travelling with older kids
We have travelled regularly with our daughters since they were babies. Back then a lot of trip planning went into packing nappy supplies, …
Free e-guide to creating memorable moments
Want to pack your next travel itinerary with opportunities to create memorable moments for years to come? I’ve written a 29-page guide …
Shopping in Ho Chi Minh City
There’s lots of great places to do a bit of shopping in Ho Chi Minh City. If you know where to look, you …
The Alcove Library Hotel, Saigon
The Alcove Library Hotel in Saigon is a boutique literary-themed hotel in the Phu Nhuan District of Ho Chi Minh City. It was …
Tips for tailoring in Vietnam
One of the fun things to do in Vietnam is to have some clothing tailored. You can find super-skilled tailors who will …
Is Jetstar Business Class worth it?
Occasionally, you can manage to snag a relatively good deal on an international Jetstar Business Class airfare which makes the price comparable to …
The most Googled questions about toilets in Vietnam
Sometimes it’s the most basic of questions that cause the greatest angst when planning a travel experience. Perusing some Vietnam travel forums recently, I …
