Everything Awesome in Saigon
Getting Around / Ho Chi Minh City Life / Practical Information / Vietnamese Food
by Sharyn+ · Published February 5, 2015 · Last modified February 14, 2024
NOTE: – There is a new and updated version of this article over on our main website. https://catchourtravelbug.com You can find the latest version by clicking –>> Visiting Saigon During TET 2024 TET or Lunar New Year, occurs this month...
Attractions / Ho Chi Minh City Life / Restaurants
by Sharyn+ · Published January 8, 2015 · Last modified April 2, 2015
Christmas and New Years in Ho Chi Minh City was awesome here. Our Cruise with Artisan Cruises on Xmas Eve was definitely a highlight of the year. The food was delicious (especially dessert!!), the boat was stunning and the service...
Getting Around / Ho Chi Minh City Life / Practical Information
by Sharyn+ · Published October 24, 2014 · Last modified October 10, 2016
For first timers, catching a Xe Om (Say om) could be a little intimidating but once you get the hang of it you’ll have a convenient, cheap and reliable way of getting around town. First let’s go over what a...
Getting Around / Ho Chi Minh City Life / Practical Information
by Sharyn+ · Published September 23, 2014 · Last modified July 20, 2018
There are a LOT of reasons why you should catch a Saigon bus. In many ways, they could be the cheapest and most convenient mode of transport on your visit. I’ve detailed some of the arguments for and against using the local bus system...
Attractions / Getting Around / Guides and Maps / Ho Chi Minh City Life
by Sharyn+ · Published June 7, 2014 · Last modified March 31, 2015
Despite the traffic mayhem on most days in Saigon, walking Ho Chi Minh City is still one of the best ways to experience the very best this vibrant city has to offer. My advice is to take on board the tips...
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Ho Chi Minh City Life / Restaurants / Vietnamese Food
by Sharyn+ · Published May 27, 2014 · Last modified March 31, 2015
A few pictures of the amazing street food on offer in Saigon AKA Ho Chi Minh City. Don’t be afraid to try it. It’s cheap, fresh, delicious and healthy (well most of the time!) Note: I do not receive any...
Getting Around / Ho Chi Minh City Life / Practical Information
by Sharyn+ · Published May 27, 2014 · Last modified March 31, 2015
It seems crazy at first but you’ll get into the flow of HCMC traffic in no time at all. Look for the pedestrians, calmly crossing in amongst all the chaos. If you’re interested in how to safely get around, check...
Finding Treasure in Saigon – Unique Shopping Tours
April 22, 2015
