Everything Awesome in Saigon
Ok… Rant time. The internet cable between Vietnam and the rest of the world is severed once again! I say again because this is the fourth time since we arrived back here in April 2014. Apparently the cables give off...
Well, it’s now peak season in Ho Chi Minh City. I can’t believe the number of tourists roaming around District 1 at the moment. We are also expecting quite a few guests in the next couple of months. Some of...
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...
Our alternative ego, Catch Our Travel Bug, has just released a range of inspirational gifts for people who love travel or just like to dream. Some of our best pics teamed up with favourite travel quotes to set your imagination free.
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...
Great Deals / Ho chi Minh City Tours / Vietnamese Food
by Sharyn+ · Published December 2, 2014 · Last modified April 2, 2015
Well, I can’t believe how fast this year has flown. It seems like only yesterday that we touched down in Ho Chi Minh City, but it’s actually been almost eight months. A lot has happened in that time. Most of...
Charities / Freebies! / Getting Around / Ho chi Minh City Tours / Local Services
by Sharyn+ · Published November 26, 2014 · Last modified April 3, 2018
Since moving to Ho Chi Minh City last April, I’ve been very keen to get out and explore the city and discover some of its many secrets. I’m not one for mainstream tours, so I’ve been developing a series of self-guided...
Is there no end to the variety and excellence of food here in Vietnam? Possibly not, but you might be getting tired of the usual staples. My latest discovery lets you experience authentic Vietnamese homemade meals in Saigon, and it’s right in the...
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 –>> In Saigon: Pho Binh – The Noodle Shop That Changed the War. Walk...
Ho chi Minh City Tours / Vietnamese Food
by Sharyn+ · Published November 14, 2014 · Last modified October 7, 2016
Special OFFER. From 1st June to 30th November 2016, Saigon Cooking Class by Hoa Tuc is offering a substantial discount on both street food tours and cooking classes, to Ho Chi Minh City Highlights readers. You can find out more about...
