by Sarah Gallo | Sep 24, 2018 | Asia, Vietnam
When visiting Sapa, the number one thing to do is trek through the region. There are various Sapa trekking routes spanning multiple days, or if you don’t have much time, you can always do a simple half-day trek. I did a half-day trek combined with my own trekking so...
by Sarah Gallo | Sep 16, 2018 | Accommodation Reviews, Asia, Reviews, Vietnam
Sapa seems to be on everyone’s “to visit” list when planning a trip to Vietnam. Ironically, it wasn’t initially on mine. I was afraid it’d be too touristy, too commercialized, too inauthentic. And while, yes, it is the most popular destination for backpackers in...
by Sarah Gallo | Sep 15, 2018 | Asia, Vietnam
The Ha Giang region (pronounced Ah-Ziang) is considered by many to be the most beautiful place in all of Vietnam… but it’s only the off-the-beaten-path travelers that make it there. The Ha Giang Northern Loop is characterized by massive karst formations over 500...
by Sarah Gallo | Sep 14, 2018 | Accommodation Reviews, Asia, Reviews, Vietnam
Hanoi has been the capital of Vietnam for almost 1,000 years! It’s the place where numerous dynasties have left their mark and has more cultural sites than anywhere else in Vietnam…and they’re mostly well-preserved. There is still much French influence from when...
by Sarah Gallo | Sep 13, 2018 | Asia, Reviews, Tour Company Reviews, Vietnam
When people think of Vietnam as a place to visit, they tend to think of Halong Bay. It’s a dream destination for many, and what initially drew me to Vietnam too. Halong Bay has been deemed a UNESCO World Heritage Site for its beauty and attracts travelers year-round....
by Sarah Gallo | Sep 12, 2018 | Asia, Vietnam
Believe it or not, Tam Coc is frequently overlooked by those visiting Vietnam, and I simply cannot understand why! Located 100 kms south of Hanoi, Tam Coc is considered the Halong Bay of land due to the similar limestone formations. While many will refer to it as Ninh...