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Brewman Coffee Concept in Da Nang

April 20, 2026 by Michael Barnes

Da Nang traffic is psychotic. There’s really no other way to say it. Providing a much-needed slice of minimalist serenity to your everyday schedule, I found a lovely spot that … Read more

Categories Food and Drink Tags Da Nang

Bikini Bottom Express in Da Nang, Vietnam

April 2, 2026 by Michael Barnes

Boasting a seriously devoted clientele made up of digital nomads, random tourists, and local residents, the eatery was actually established in part by a Montreal native. This Canadian expat basically … Read more

Categories Places Tags Bikini Bottom Express

The Best and Worst Times to Visit Vietnam

March 30, 2026 by Michael Barnes

The cities you decide you desperately want to see basically dictate the exact timing for your entire Vietnam trip. You really can’t just throw a dart at a calendar. Spanning … Read more

Categories When to Visit Tags Weather

The Best Time to Visit Hoi An

March 25, 2026 by Michael Barnes

Living right next door in Da Nang means I’ve made the drive down to Hoi An more times than my brain can physically tally. Honestly, I stopped trying to count … Read more

Categories When to Visit Tags Hoi An

The Best and The Worst Time to Visit Ho Chi Minh

March 23, 2026 by Michael Barnes

If you are trying to understand the weather patterns of Southern Vietnam, comparing it to the central coast is a really great place to start. Destinations like Hoi An and … Read more

Categories When to Visit Tags Ho Chi Minh City

The Best Time to Visit Da Nang for Zero Crowds and Blue Skies

March 22, 2026 by Michael Barnes

Da Nang has this wildly specific microclimate. It’s almost weird how localized the weather gets here, shaped so heavily by the geography. Guarded up north by the gorgeous Hai Van … Read more

Categories When to Visit Tags Da Nang

Where to Stay in Hoi An: A Local’s Guide for First-Timers

March 18, 2026 by Michael Barnes

Although my home base is Da Nang – a mere 40-minute journey away depending on traffic – I frequently find myself hopping on my trusty scooter to commute down to … Read more

Categories Where to stay Tags Hoi An

Where Expats ACTUALLY Live in Ho Chi Minh City (Top 5)

March 16, 2026 by Michael Barnes

Choosing the right spot in a frantic mega-city carved into 24 distinct districts? Yeah, it is easily one of the most stressful choices you will face when you land. Every … Read more

Categories Places Tags Ho Chi Minh City

7 Best Areas to Stay in Ho Chi Minh City

March 11, 2026 by Michael Barnes

As an American expat who actually lives here in Vietnam, I have spent literal years pounding the pavement to get to know this magnificent, exhausting metropolis. Right now? My current … Read more

Categories Where to stay Tags Ho Chi Minh City

8 Best Beaches in Da Nang: A Complete Guide

March 5, 2026 by Michael Barnes

I’ve spent a lot of time on a motorbike here. Having traversed the roads of Da Nang daily – and frequently making the sweaty, sun-drenched journey down to Hoi An … Read more

Categories Places Tags Beaches, Da Nang
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Hi, I'm Michael! Originally from the US, I traded the States for the vibrant streets of Vietnam back in 2019. Over the years, I've called both the coastal hub of Da Nang and the bustling metropolis of Ho Chi Minh City home.

When I'm not writing, I'm exploring the country. I love sharing honest reviews of everything from hidden coffee shops and incredible restaurants to local gyms and boutique hotels.

Recent Posts

  • Brewman Coffee Concept in Da Nang
  • Bikini Bottom Express in Da Nang, Vietnam
  • The Best and Worst Times to Visit Vietnam
  • The Best Time to Visit Hoi An
  • The Best and The Worst Time to Visit Ho Chi Minh
  • The Best Time to Visit Da Nang for Zero Crowds and Blue Skies
  • Where to Stay in Hoi An: A Local’s Guide for First-Timers
  • Where Expats ACTUALLY Live in Ho Chi Minh City (Top 5)
  • 7 Best Areas to Stay in Ho Chi Minh City
  • 8 Best Beaches in Da Nang: A Complete Guide
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