Everything Awesome in Saigon
Bars / Freebies! / Getting Around / Guides and Maps / Ho chi Minh City Tours / Practical Information
by Sharyn+ · Published September 12, 2016 · Last modified September 25, 2016
Hooray, I’ve finally made it into the 21st century. I have to admit I’ve been a little slow on the uptake with smartphone technology and tend to use mine just for messaging, maps and phone calls. But I’m very excited...
A newish craft beer bar in town, Malt is conveniently situated at 46-48 Mac Thi Buoi, just off Dong Khoi in District One. With a friendly no smoking atmosphere, energetic staff and tasty bar food, it’s made it onto our...
Bars / Ho Chi Minh City Life / Practical Information
by Sharyn+ · Published July 19, 2016 · Last modified July 25, 2016
Episode 6 of Insider’s View comes from a guy who might just love good beer even more than my husband, Tim. Mischa Smith, like many other expats here, arrived as a teacher and stayed because he loved Saigon so much. Has...
Editors Note: Another great article by our resident man about town Keith Doten. He’s been out at the latest arrival to the world of Saigon Beer Clubs. Can’t wait to get back and see for myself. I’ve been to a...
Attractions / Bars / Getting Around / Ho Chi Minh City Life / Practical Information / Restaurants / Vietnamese Food
by Sharyn+ · Published August 20, 2015 · Last modified June 18, 2016
Episode 4 of Insider’s View comes from a guy who came to Saigon to teach and loved it so much he wants to tell the world. Andy Headspeath (AKA Andy Goes to Asia) has some great tips below and his...
Attractions / Bars / Great Deals / Ho chi Minh City Tours / Tours from HCMC / Vietnamese Food
by Sharyn+ · Published July 31, 2015 · Last modified June 11, 2017
In the midst of planning your visit to Ho Chi Minh City? I get a lot of inquiries as to what to do in Saigon, especially for relatively short visits. Perhaps you’re not coming on an organized tour or are...
Attractions / Bars / Entertainment / Ho Chi Minh City Life / Practical Information / Restaurants / shopping / Vietnamese Food
by Sharyn+ · Published July 16, 2015 · Last modified July 17, 2015
The third Insider’s View interview comes from a well known local identity, best known for his significant contribution to the hospitality industry in Vietnam. Germ Doornbos has been in Vietnam for over a decade and has no plans to leave anytime...
The list started at 5, but it’s growing! Once again, back on the subject of alcoholic beverages. I’m afraid it’s an occupational hazard here in Saigon. The weather is hot; the drinks are cheap (Vietnam is officially one of the most...
Editors Note: Most of our regular readers, of both this site and Catch Our Travel Bug, know that we both love a beer. My hubby Tim is especially enthusiastic about seeking out new beers from around the world. His latest...
Most of those who know us, are well aware we are rarely happier than having a cold refreshing beverage at a local street bar. Much of the enjoyment comes from interacting with the locals and watching the world go by....
Finding Treasure in Saigon – Unique Shopping Tours
April 22, 2015
