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Everything worth knowing about Vietnam

Honest, practical articles from people who actually live here — written the way we’d brief a friend before a trip.

By city

Saigon weather guide: a month-by-month table, the dry and rainy seasons, the best time to visit and what to pack for the heat.

Cu Chi Tunnels guide: Ben Dinh vs Ben Duoc, what you see, tickets, how to get there from Ho Chi Minh City and whether the tour is worth it.

Mekong Delta guide: day and overnight trips from Saigon, the Cai Rang floating market, My Tho, Ben Tre and Can Tho — how to book and prices.

Saigon entertainment guide: the AO Show, water puppets, rooftop bars, clubs, karaoke, cinemas, theme parks and river dinner cruises.

Saigon hotels guide: which district to stay in, 5-star to hostels, airport hotels, how to book and long-term stays for expats.

Saigon prices guide: what food, transport, hotels and tours cost in 2026, plus daily and monthly budgets for travellers and expats.

Da Nang on the ground: what food, hotels and getting around cost, where to eat and stay and a daily budget in USD for 2026.

Practical Da Nang tips: getting around, common scams, safety, etiquette, itineraries and what first-time visitors should know.

Duyen Ha Resort Cam Ranh reviewed: rooms and villas, the beach, dining, spa and who it suits — prices, booking and how to get there.

Renting long-term in Nha Trang as an expat or nomad: the best areas, monthly prices, where to look, deposits, leases and utilities.

The Reunification Express from Hanoi to Ho Chi Minh City: the route, sleeper classes, the scenic Hue–Da Nang leg, booking, prices and tips.