history
in Vietnam

As cultures, nations, and kingdoms develop, they grow through diverse challenges that shape both their present and future. This is ...

A Light at the End of the Tunnel? After months of no real movement towards re-opening the country for international ...

There are many reasons why Asian women are sought after by foreign men. It's very common for foreign guys to ...

One of the biggest philosophies to apply during a job-hunting process is to leave a lasting impression. To beat the ...

• Better Disposable Income and Working Opportunities? • Better Healthcare? • Better Government? • Why do so Many Expats Love ...

• Vietnam’s lô tô troupes are one of the first safe spaces for the trans community. • A growing number ...

• Vietnam is moderately accepting on the international stage. • Queer media representation is increasingly positive in Vietnam. “Thời gian ...

• FFSC offers support to children living in poverty. • How do these children come to be homeless in the ...

• Create sustainable change in a safe and supportive environment. • The importance of community. • Everyone is welcome to ...

• Why does having purpose even matter? • What is Ikigai & how do we find it? “The real test ...

• Is your smartphone usage getting in the way of completing a task? • Mobile apps are taking over human ...

• How to manage group chats professionally. • How to deal with the most toxic place on the internet. • ...

• The Current State of Vietnam • What is Vietnam doing about this problem? • What Can We Do As ...

• Vietnam’s low cost of living and high wages are unrivaled. • Jobs abound in a country with a growing ...

• Tax breaks and other benefits for Vietnamese sojourners who return to Vietnam • Reverse Migration is Having a Considerable ...

• The rich modern diversity of Vietnam can be traced back to its fascinating historical origins. • From Hanoi to ...

“Effectiveness is a habit and that you can improve through practice.” - Peter F. Drucker We all have the same ...

• Travel Between Vietnam and South Korea is Now More Convenient and Cost-Effective • Koreans Flock to Vietnam’s Beaches During ...

Most of us have an image of professional kitchens as being something of a male-dominated boy's club, despite women traditionally ...

Every Tet holiday we also celebrate and enjoy the arrival of spring. Everyone looks for the best flowers and ornamental ...

This is my second year in Saigon for Tet holiday. I love being in the city when it’s quieter and ...

For the next two months, you can head over to Estella Place and meander through a tidal wave of straws ...

With over 80,000 foreigners living and working in Vietnam, as well as increasing numbers of Vietnamese working and studying abroad, ...

The “border run”, as dodgy as it may sound, is an experience that many expats in Vietnam are familiar with. ...

Funerals are events that you would prefer not to ever have to experience. Depending on where you’re from, they can ...

Women are travelling alone more than ever, as a result of more flexible working patterns, greater spending power and an ...

Let’s face it, Christmas sucks. If we take an honest look at the holiday’s bloody history, the commercial circus it ...

Getting a Visa to Vietnam can be a draining and all around difficult process. From choosing the correct visa category, ...

Learning Vietnamese language is hard. In fact, I had an easier time learning Chinese! My problem is not the process ...

We tell you what happens if you are caught speeding, not wearing a helmet or seatbelt or using a phone ...

Saigon’s tourism scene is stuck on a plateau. Unlike other popular destinations like Bangkok, New York, Paris, etc., all is ...

Last month I wrote that Vietnam’s government should focus its entire marketing and products towards Asia’s new middle class travelers ...

Breaking news: Your online bookings may be at risk Did you hear that explosion? Google just set off its Mobile ...

By now everyone has heard it. Ten straight month-on-month declines of international arrivals to Vietnam. It is not coincidence that ...

Last month I wrote about the increasing growth of South Korean inbound tourists in the 2nd half of 2014. Since ...

"Analyst Mark Gwyther tells the latest about the recent trends in tourism in Vietnam. With all of the changes this ...

1. I NEVER BURN One common misconception they fail to realize is the strength of the sun in Vietnam. Among ...

The headline seemed to say it all; “Only 6 percent of foreign visitors return to Vietnam”. The impressively named Environmentally ...

I’ve been asked several times just how badly Vietnam’s hospitality business was affected by problems resulting from the East Sea ...

By Emilio Piriz The rapid move to mobile research and bookings means travelers require easier ways to access content. In ...

Vietnam is fast becoming a popular tourist destination, but just like fish out of water, some visitors might have a ...

THE FOUR MAJORS The golfing season is well under way and already our thoughts are heading towards the four major ...

Tuesday 18th of March Apocalaughs Now is one of Saigon's biggest  and best alternative comedy nights. Last time it was ...

It would be a dream job if you were the manager of a hotel or restaurant where day-to-operations always ran ...

While Ho Chi Minh City has it’s share of shopping malls plying Guess handbags and froyo in air conditioned comfort, ...

While you’re on holiday in Vietnam, travel insurance is one of those things you don’t think you need. That is ...

The Vietnamese language In Southeast Asia, the Vietnamese language is considered the hardest to (verbally) learn for foreigners, due to ...

With Tet Festival just around the corner and fireworks displays in the works in the major city centres in Vietnam, ...

If you purchase expensive products during your travel in Vietnam, it is very easy to get a VAT refund if ...

Are you planning on buying or renting a motorbike in Vietnam? If yes, the first question you should (seriously) ask ...

Facebook redesigns business pages with new look After redesigning its news feed personal accounts last week, Facebook announced that it ...

Emperor Hung-Vuong had many sons. Some pursued literary careers. Others excelled in martial arts. The youngest prince named Tiet - ...

Travelling in Vietnam can be a life changing experience with its beautiful scenery and rich cultural history. The main hassles ...

The trains in Vietnam are relatively cheap, comfortable and scenic. Train travel is Vietnam is underutilised by visitors to the ...

Destinations to clean your digital camera If you are traveling throughout Vietnam, you’ve probably brought your camera along. If you ...

How to capture and keep the Vietnamese breathtaking moment? For shutterbugs, Vietnam is a paradise full of photographic opportunities. Whether ...

With over six seven people crowding the streets of Ho Chi Minh City, the motorbike is the preferred mode of ...

Following the post about “Tips to spot and avoid scams and pick pockets”, City Pass Guide provides a list of ...