Vietnam is one of the most essential stops on any South East Asia backpacking trip. Like the rest of South East Asia, Vietnam has quite a few things that backpackers hold dear. Gorgeous beaches, otherworldly sights, a fun-loving culture, and of course, cheap beer. Alcohol is so cheap in Vietnam that hostels often just give… Read More The Best Party Destinations in Vietnam
Vietnam was one of those countries that I didn’t know too much about going into it. Upon my arrival in Hanoi, I still really had no idea what there was to do. As much as I stubbornly refuse to read travel guides, I’ll admit that it would have been helpful to have somewhat of a… Read More 18 Can’t-Miss Travel Destinations in Vietnam | 2025
Vietnam is full of surprises. Traveling in Vietnam is hard because no matter how much you have planned, you’ll always find out about one or two new places to add to your itinerary. Just a heads up, this is not a Phong Nha travel guide, but that’s not saying that you won’t learn a thing… Read More Misadventures in Phong Nha: A Pseudo Travel Guide
Like many capital cities in Asia, Hanoi is mistakenly seen as a stepping stone to better destinations. The rapidly-developing city is massive and full of things to do, yet most backpackers tend to just skim over it.… Read More The Backpacker’s Guide To Hanoi, Vietnam
I blindly flew into Bangkok this June with really no idea what I was getting myself into. I was in Asia for three months, tentatively flying out of Jakarta at the end of September. In my mind, I thought I could hit Thailand, Vietnam, Cambodia, Malaysia, Singapore, before wrapping up in Indonesia. Of course, very… Read More My 10 Favorite Stops On My South East Asia Trip
Vietnam is a backpacker’s paradise with a wealth of destinations, from Hanoi’s chaos to the breathtaking Ha Long Bay and the picturesque landscapes of Sa Pa. Key stops include the popular Ha Giang Loop, the serene Phong Nha caves, and vibrant Hoi An. A well-planned itinerary showcases Vietnam’s diverse attractions and friendly atmosphere.… Read More The Ultimate One Month Vietnam Travel Itinerary For Backpackers | 2025
I got off my bus from Vientiane at 11 PM. Much, much, much later than planned. Despite every part of my body just wanting to lay in an actual bed and go to sleep, there’s nothing I hate more than a healthy dose of FOMO. My friends were already out, so after checking into my… Read More Taking on Hanoi’s Extremely Strange Nightlife
I came into Phong Nha as clueless as I have ever been about any destination. Most of it was because I was not even planning on going here, and didn’t even know it existed until a couple of days prior. I was working my way through the north of Vietnam and intended to go to… Read More Guide to Exploring the Caves of Phong Nha | Vietnam
Guest Post by Matt Cardoza When on the road, there is no better place to stay than a backpacker hostel. Hostels are the most economic, plentiful, and exciting option available. There are thousands of them and they’re everywhere. Why would you pay so much for a place where most of your time is spent asleep?… Read More The 10 Backpackers You Meet In A Southeast Asian Hostel