365 docobites…a year of strangers
That crazy Gen-Y duo, Epiphany & Carl actually did it. Yesterday, they posted docobite no.365! And I was so excited and moved …
Books set in Melbourne
One of the things I like to do before visiting any destination is to compile lists of novels or memoirs set in …
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 …
Reflections on walking in her shoes
I’m now over half-way through the CARE Australia Walk in Her Shoes Challenge. 50 kilometres of walking in one week. And all …
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 …
Coffee, bread and cake…Vietnam-style
The legacy of the French colonial era lives on today in Vietnam quite visibly in the form of infrastructure, architecture, and through the French influences on Vietnamese …
Unique Ho Chi Minh restaurants
A highlight of any travel for The Fairlie Entourage is dining at a variety of establishments. From local restaurants through to fine dining, …
Sophie’s Art Tour in HCMC
Viewing and engaging with the art of any destination adds an extra dimension and texture to your experience of that place. And …
Memorable moment: Tan Dinh Market, Saigon
In this post, I tell the story of how a trip to Tan Dinh Market turned into an ‘Amazing Race worthy’ memorable moment. …
