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By Jane Mountain | March 31, 2020
Wondering how to create the perfect 3 day Hanoi itinerary? We’ve spent months in the city and been there on a half-dozen occasions, so we know a lot about what to do in Hanoi. Read on to start planning your stay in the city! Stephen and I have been to Hanoi at least a half-dozen […]
By Jane Mountain | March 24, 2020
Looking for the best places to stay in Amsterdam? In this guide, we recommend the best neighborhoods for different travel styles and pick the best beds for every budget — from cheap and cheerful to expensive and elegant. Read on to find out where to stay in Amsterdam. Oh Amsterdam, how I adore you. You really […]
By Jane Mountain | March 17, 2020
Wondering what to do in Ho Chi Minh City? Use this guide to find transformational activities and tours in Ho Chi Minh City to suit your tastes and travel style. We also include our ideal itinerary for 2 or 3 days. During the past several years, we have visited Ho Chi Minh City more times […]
By Jane Mountain | March 10, 2020
Finding great food can be a tough task for a traveller! It can be hard to side-step bland made-for-tourists food and dig into authentic local cuisine. Our foodie travel tips will help you find the best food and learn about local culture, too! This post was created in partnership with Eatwith. It’s no secret that […]
By Jane Mountain | March 3, 2020
If you’re thinking about backpacking Vietnam, the first thing you need to know is that you definitely should! Now that decision is made, here are the essential travel tips to help make the most of your Vietnam backpacking adventure! Vietnam might be the perfect destination for backpackers, especially for those who are travelling to Asia […]
By Jane Mountain | February 25, 2020
Wondering what to pack for Vietnam? Here’s your complete Vietnam packing list, with our recommendations of what to bring, what to leave at home, and what you can buy for less in Vietnam. Read on to make packing for Vietnam simple. It can be so hard to figure out what you need to pack when […]
By Jane Mountain | February 18, 2020
Looking for Gulf Islands accommodation? In this guide we pick our favourite places to stay on BC’s beautiful islands for every budget and travel style. From rugged campgrounds to luxurious resorts, you’ll find your ideal place to stay in the Gulf Islands here. With relatively few traditional hotels, the Gulf Islands are a rare opportunity […]
By Jane Mountain | February 11, 2020
Want to go whale watching in Nanaimo, BC? Join an eco-friendly whale watching tour from Nanaimo and you’re guaranteed to see whales! Read on to find out what to expect from whale watching in British Columbia. Vancouver Island on the coast of British Columbia is not only the best place to go whale watching in […]
By Jane Mountain | February 4, 2020
Looking for things to do in the Gulf Islands in BC? As a BC native, I’ve spent many fabulous weeks exploring these rocky islands off of British Columbia’s coast. In this post, I share my favourite places and activities for a transformational trip to the Gulf Islands. The first time I set foot on British […]
By Jane Mountain | January 28, 2020
Looking for a Hoi An photo tour? In this post, you’ll discover what to expect on a sunset farm tour with Hoi An Photo Tour. Is this the right tour for you? Read on to find out. As a travel blogger, taking photos is a huge part of my day-to-day activity. But, despite years of […]