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...
Health / Practical Information
by Sharyn+ · Published February 4, 2015 · Last modified April 2, 2015
It was just one of those days. I’m sure we all have them, but at the time I was asking “Why me?” I had an observation by my manager in 10 minutes, relatives arriving the next day and an apartment...
Getting Around / Practical Information
by Sharyn+ · Published December 8, 2014 · Last modified July 20, 2018
Spoilt for Choice! If you want to travel by bus to and from Saigon, you are spoilt for choice. The bus network in Vietnam is extensive and covers most of the country. There are major terminals in most provinces that...
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...
When friends and family ask me what to take to Vietnam, my first response is always, “As little as possible!” There are, however, a few things you would be advised to bring. The list below is for Ho Chi Minh City...
Is Ho Chi Minh City Safe? If I had to say the most common question we get asked when people find out we live in Saigon, it would have to be “Is Ho Chi Minh City safe?”. It’s a tough question...
Ho Chi Minh City is a vibrant International destination but there are still some things you should consider for staying healthy on your visit. Here’s a few tips and some handy numbers if the worst does happen and you need...
Why did I need a Vietnam Zip Code (Postal Code)? The short answer is AMAZON! And, I can assure you, the search for a postcode for our new address in Ho Chi Minh City has not been easy. Something that should have...
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
