10 reasons to visit Vietnam during Tet Festival
by Maeve Nolan @ Backyard Travel
Wed Dec 27 02:37:58 PST 2017
Mid-February marks Vietnam’s most important date – Tet, the New Year’s period. It can be hard getting accurate insider information about Tet celebrations and what happens across the nation during its most festive period. It can be hard figuring out if Tet is a good time to visit Vietnam. Knowing what we know about Tet,
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Reflecting on a Year of Travel – My Best Reflections from 2017
by Adam @ Travels of Adam (Hipster Blog)
Wed Dec 13 08:46:55 PST 2017
When we're not sure what's next, we do what we always do: we look back. I've spent a lot of this year in a constant state of reflection.
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Ho Chi Minh City travel guide. Travelfish.org
Travelfish
Independent travel guide to Ho Chi Minh City, includes up to date information on guesthouses and hotels, attractions and advice on travel, timetables and more.

Vietnam: a view from the train
Telegraph.co.uk
The Reunification Railway links Hanoi with Ho Chi Minh City, offering travellers an excellent – and comfortable – way to see Vietnam, says Mark Smith.
A Gay Guy’s Weekend Guide to Phoenix
by Adam @ Travels of Adam (Hipster Blog)
Sat Dec 30 06:11:41 PST 2017
Phoenix is surprisingly cool for a conservative state and it's the city's hot weather, art history and young nightlife that make it a fun and gay place great for a weekend trip
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Endurance Athlete Chi Nguyen Aims To Run In 100 Cities
by David Kaye @ Vietcetera
Wed Jan 03 01:38:25 PST 2018
In November, Chi Nguyen finished third in Ho Chi Minh City’s first Techcombank International Marathon in a time of 3 hours 22 minutes. The Vietnamese endurance athlete has also completed the Mont Blanc CCC, a 100-km mountain challenge that quickly climbs to the Grand Col Ferret Alpine pass at 2537 meters. It’s a race in […]
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17 surprising ways traveling Southeast Asia like an insider can change you
by Maeve Nolan @ Backyard Travel
Tue Jan 02 22:56:55 PST 2018
It’s a simple fact that travel is transformative. If you travel Southeast Asia with an open mind, there’s no doubt your journeys will affect you. If you grew up in a Western country, you feel the effects even more. The contrast to what you’re used to back home can come as a shock, but, as
Read 17 surprising ways traveling Southeast Asia like an insider can change you on Backyard Travel.

SGGP English Edition
SGGP English Edition
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33 fun and interesting facts about Thailand that will surprise and delight you
by Maeve Nolan @ Backyard Travel
Mon Sep 25 19:24:27 PDT 2017
There’s no denying the myriad attractions of Thailand. Beaches, jungles, cities, spices – this kingdom of intrigue offers endless explorations into culture, nature and history. To help you get to know Thailand a little better, we’ve drawn upon our extensive knowledge of the country to share some of our favorite things about it. You’ll notice
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Vietnam Cycling: Bike Ho Chi Minh City to Hanoi
REI
Cycle through Vietnam from Ho Chi Minh City to Hanoi among backdrops of rice paddies, emerald jungle, and white beaches at REI.
Tomatito: Bringing Funky World-Class Latin Cuisine To Vietnam
by Jake Hornberger @ Vietcetera
Mon Jan 01 23:37:33 PST 2018
It’s no surprise that a Spanish restaurant achieved top-50 status. But chef Willy Trullas Moreno managed that feat in Shanghai, taking his sexy Spanish restaurant, El Willy, to the forefront of food in a city already steeped in rich culinary traditions. Next came elEFANTE, a funky mix of “el colmado, el bistro, and la trattoria,” […]
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District Eight’s Marcus Loke’s Life In Furniture Production
by David Kaye @ Vietcetera
Wed Jan 10 17:49:13 PST 2018
Marcus Loke is the production manager at District Eight. Like many of us, he found his vocation by chance. Disappointed by his high school exams, Marcus set off on his bike to the industrial zone near the edge of his hometown in the north of Malaysia to look for work. That journey led to a […]
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Viet Dream Travel Hostel, Ho Chi Minh City - Compare Deals
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Viet Dream Travel Hostel, Ho Chi Minh City - Find the best deal at HotelsCombined.com. Compare all the top travel sites at once. Rated 8.0 out of 10 from 38 reviews.
Speed POS: Diagnostic Data For Reactive Restaurateurs
by Jake Hornberger @ Vietcetera
Sun Jan 07 19:18:26 PST 2018
In 1883, Dayton, Ohio restaurateur James Ritty was growing frustrated at his staff. Cash kept going missing and customers thought he was overcharging them. In response, he invented the first ever “incorruptible cashier” or mechanical cash register. It could calculate the total price of each bill, keep a log of each day’s total sales, and […]
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Copper Cow Coffee: Vietnamese Pour-Over Goes Global
by David Kaye @ Vietcetera
Wed Jan 17 20:20:52 PST 2018
Like her Copper Cow Coffee, Debbie Wei Mullan is a mix of Asian and American. She was raised in San Francisco by her Chinese-Vietnamese mother and American father, and although they assimilated into American culture, growing up, her mom’s kitchen was filled with the pungent aromas and intense flavors of Vietnamese and Chinese home-cooking. That […]
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The 10 best family-friendly destinations in Asia
by Maeve Nolan @ Backyard Travel
Tue Nov 14 02:56:32 PST 2017
Travelers often ask us for recommendations for the best family-friendly holiday in Asia. We’re firm believers that Asia is great for family trips, but we know it’s difficult figuring out what the best destinations are in this vast region for your specific family needs. To help you plan the most amazing family trip in Asia,
Read The 10 best family-friendly destinations in Asia on Backyard Travel.

Guide To Milk Tea In Ho Chi Minh City - Vietcetera
Vietcetera
After doing extensive personal research, which included taste-testing around the city, we here at Vietcetera have compiled a final list.
The Best of Autumn in Japan – Where to Go & What to Do
by Adam @ Travels of Adam (Hipster Blog)
Fri Dec 08 08:31:22 PST 2017
Highlights and photos from autumn in Japan - beautiful Japanese maple trees and even winter cherry blossoms. Autumn in Japan is a cacophony of colors.
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Top 10 Cool Things To Do in Warsaw
by Adam @ Travels of Adam (Hipster Blog)
Tue Jan 02 01:00:06 PST 2018
Poland's capital city is also one of the coolest in Europe. Warsaw's long history has made it into a dynamic and cultural city with unique and trendy things to see & do
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The 5 best multi-country holidays in Asia
by Maeve Nolan @ Backyard Travel
Mon Dec 11 23:40:59 PST 2017
Asia is without doubt one of the best regions of the world for an exciting multi-country holiday. With so many countries relatively close together, it seems almost like a wasted opportunity to see only one. The problem is – as always – which countries should you see? As Asia experts, we have years of experience
Read The 5 best multi-country holidays in Asia on Backyard Travel.

Classic Vietnam from Ho Chi Minh City
Goway Travel
Goway's 8-day Classic Vietnam tour features colourful Ho Chi Minh City, the ancient town of Hoi An, Danang, Hanoi and ...

Viet Dream Travel in Vietnam
My Guide Vietnam
Viet Dream Travel, Vietnam - Viet Dream Travel offers travelers a catered experience that will be unlike any other trip they've been on. Guiding and organizing travel ...

Supe Hostel, Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam
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Supe Hostel offers accommodations in Ho Chi Minh City. All rooms come with a TV with cable channels.

Travel agencies in Ho Chi Minh City
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List of travel agencies in Ho Chi Minh City, travel deals Ho Chi Minh City, vacation package Ho Chi Minh City.

Vietnamese Fashion Brands: The Future Of Brick And Mortar Retail
by Minh Nguyen @ Vietcetera
Tue Jan 09 00:45:16 PST 2018
With the current Vietnam fashion retail market reported to be worth US $358 million, Vietnam is attracting global industry players drawn by its double-digit growth figures of 22.5%. For the consumer, that means choice across different segments; for the retailer, that means new strategies are required to increase sales both on- and offline. Despite impressive […]
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7 Short Luxury Cruises in Asia that will make you want to set Sail
by Maeve Nolan @ Backyard Travel
Fri Nov 10 01:21:12 PST 2017
Luxury cruises in Asia are an undisputed treat. ‘Throw off the bowlines’ as the Mark Twain quote urges – cast away your ties to ordinary travel and embrace the timeless enchantment of the overwater journey. Cruising is one of our favorite ways to see a country – all the more when it’s aboard an elegant
Read 7 Short Luxury Cruises in Asia that will make you want to set Sail on Backyard Travel.
Back To Black With Conceptual Artist Phuc Van Dang
by David Kaye @ Vietcetera
Thu Jan 04 01:27:34 PST 2018
Phuc Van Dang is an artist and storyteller who moved to Denmark when he was only nine. He now lives in a converted former prison that has become a cultural hub in the central Danish town of Horsens. Phuc works in a restricted palette of black and white in different mediums—ceramics, painting, and drawing—and with […]
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Back To Black With Phuc Van Dang
by Vietcetera @ Vietcetera
Thu Jan 11 20:41:03 PST 2018
[Article] Read the full story of Phuc Van Dang here
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Best Price on Supe Hostel in Ho Chi Minh City + Reviews
Agoda
Read real reviews, guaranteed best price. Special rates on Supe Hostel in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam. Travel smarter with Agoda.com.
27 fun and interesting facts about Bangkok that will make you want to go
by Maeve Nolan @ Backyard Travel
Thu Oct 05 03:11:25 PDT 2017
Bangkok is the most visited city in the world, and in our opinion it’s one of the region’s most exciting capitals. It’s a bustling, vibrant, cosmopolitan metropolis where countless adventures await. There’s so much to experience in Bangkok it can be hard to know where to start. There are temples to visit, markets to shop,
Read 27 fun and interesting facts about Bangkok that will make you want to go on Backyard Travel.
How to plan a family vacation – a step-by-step guide, with tips and checklist
by Maeve Nolan @ Backyard Travel
Mon Nov 27 01:30:47 PST 2017
Traveling with kids – it’s hard, but it’s worth it. Depending on the age of your offspring, the challenges vary, but as parents and travel experts, we have some insights on how to streamline a family vacation. To share the things we’ve learned through years of experience planning – and taking – family trips in
Read How to plan a family vacation – a step-by-step guide, with tips and checklist on Backyard Travel.
District Eight’s Marcus Loke’s Life In Furniture Production
by Vietcetera @ Vietcetera
Thu Jan 11 20:32:44 PST 2018
[Article] Read the full story about Marcus Loke here
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25 Fun and Interesting Facts about Borneo that will inspire you to go
by Maeve Nolan @ Backyard Travel
Mon Oct 16 21:37:13 PDT 2017
Borneo. You probably know it for its rainforests, orangutans and world-class scuba diving. But there’s a lot more to this lush tropical island. Did you know that its jungles provide a rich habitat for rare creatures? It’s also home to the world’s largest (and most pungent) flower, its richest monarch and the highest peak in
Read 25 Fun and Interesting Facts about Borneo that will inspire you to go on Backyard Travel.
32 Photos from Caribbean Pride
by Adam @ Travels of Adam (Hipster Blog)
Mon Dec 11 01:30:27 PST 2017
Photos and some travel tips for CHIC Punta Cana's annual LGBT / gay Caribbean Pride party and festival - a week of fun events at the Dominican resort hotel!
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Hostel in Saigon: Viet Dream Travel (Ho Chi Minh City)
Travels of Adam (Hipster Blog)
Review of the Viet Dream Travel hostel dormitory on Bui Vien Street in Ho Chi Minh City (Saigon). Backpackers; balcony and air-con!

Riding Vietnam's Ho Chi Minh trail
the Guardian
The mountain paths of the legendary Ho Chi Minh Trail offer an adventurous alternative to the well-worn coastal route - especially if you travel on the back of a motorbike
Specialty Delivery Services: Digitally-Driven And To Your Door
by David Kaye @ Vietcetera
Wed Jan 03 23:41:03 PST 2018
In Vietnam, the average living area of a family of three is around 50 square meters. That means a centrally positioned sofa would be 25 meters from the front door, which is an easily reachable distance to pick something up. With that short distance in mind and considering the global rise in food deliveries that led us to […]
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How to Be the Best Airbnb Host…from a Guest’s Perspective
by Adam @ Travels of Adam (Hipster Blog)
Sun Jan 14 22:10:26 PST 2018
The dos and don’ts of Airbnb hosting • It’s a fun way to make extra cash, but how do you stand out among the crowd? Use my Airbnb hosting tips to make the most of the experience!
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Canadas Rocky Mountaineer
by @ Travel
Wed Jan 17 02:53:39 PST 2018
The Canadian Rockies must surely rank amongst the very finest scenic and wildlife holidays on earth! The magnificent Rocky Mo...
The 12 best hikes in Southeast Asia
by Maeve Nolan @ Backyard Travel
Wed Nov 29 23:32:02 PST 2017
Southeast Asia may not be famous for its hikes, but the region has its fair share of spectacular trails. It’s not that it’s difficult finding good hikes in Southeast Asia, it’s more if they’re worth exploring, given the proximity of Nepal, China and Japan. As adventure travel and hiking specialists in Asia, we say yes,
Read The 12 best hikes in Southeast Asia on Backyard Travel.