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All About the Vietnam Visa and How to Get It

By Betsy Wuebker Leave a Comment

Unforgettable experiences are around every bend in this Southeast Asian country. Whether you’re a history buff looking to explore Vietnam’s fascinating and often fraught history or a nature lover in search of sublime views like in Sapa, Vietnam has something for you.  If you’ve decided that this country is your next stop, you’re probably wondering what comes next. Luckily, this article is here to help you understand the ins and outs of Vietnam visas so that you can choose the option Continue Reading

Things to Do in Sapa: One of the Most Beautiful Places to Visit in Vietnam

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sapa one of the most beautiful places in Vietnam

Sapa, in the northwestern highlands, is one of the most beautiful places to visit in Vietnam with amazing scenery and fascinating culture. Our guest blogger, Luna Anderson from HikerTrack, recalls her unforgettable experience in Sapa, one of the most beautiful places to visit in Vietnam. Renowned for its temperate highland climate, culture influenced by indigenous hill tribes, and amazing scenery, Sapa is one of the destinations we missed on our visit to Vietnam. What a great reason to Continue Reading

Reunification Express

By Betsy Wuebker 40 Comments

A chance encounter on the last leg of Vietnam's Reunification Express train from Hanoi to Saigon leads to forgiveness and acceptance of shared history. Note: We have previously written about our memorable trip on the Reunification Express in Hanoi to Ho Chi Minh City by Train, which is a factual account with information on how you might replicate our experience in Vietnam. What we haven't shared publicly until now is a life-changing encounter which occurred on the final leg of that journey. Continue Reading

Hanoi to Ho Chi Minh City: How to Travel Vietnam by Train

By Betsy Wuebker 32 Comments

Visiting Vietnam? While flights within the country are very inexpensive, consider going from Hanoi to Ho Chi Minh City by train! Here's how we did it. We love train travel, and couldn't wait to try it out during our visit to Vietnam. Our plan to go by train from Hanoi to Ho Chi Minh City came together with surprising ease, allowing for multiple stops in several cities. This was a great way for first-timers to get an in-depth look at a fascinating and welcoming country. It's true domestic Continue Reading

Vietnam Beach Towns: Quy Nhon vs Nha Trang

By Betsy Wuebker 28 Comments

Thinking it might be fun if we did a boxing match-like information round-up on the two Vietnam beach towns we visited, we give you Quy Nhon vs Nha Trang. This post contains affiliate links and/or references to our advertisers. We may receive compensation when you click on or make a purchase using these links. Vietnam has some of the most beautiful beaches, not just in southeast Asia, but in the entire world. When we decided to travel Vietnam by train, we wanted to ensure a couple of the stops Continue Reading

 

Hi, I’m Betsy. I traveled the world full time for close to four years and have visited more than 50 countries. If you’re a curious and thoughtful traveler, you’re in the right place. No matter if you’re new to travel or an old hand, I can help you refine your bucket list!

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