Waseem and I only had two days in Ninh Binh. We had just spent two days in Hanoi before that, and I remember thinking there was no way a short stop like this could shift how I felt about an entire country. But it did. I had seen the photos everyone posts online. Towering limestone…
If you’ve been scrolling through Vietnam travel content lately and keep seeing dramatic limestone mountains rising above rice paddies, wooden walkways winding through lotus ponds, and tiny boats drifting silently through ancient caves, that’s Ninh Binh. And I can confirm it’s every bit as stunning in real life as it looks online. Waseem and I…
Waseem and I just got back from Hanoi and Ninh Binh, and honestly, Vietnam hit differently than I expected. Between navigating the chaotic Old Quarter streets, cafe hopping through hidden alleyways, eating banh mi and street food at every turn, and trying to figure out how on earth to book a bus to Ninh Binh…
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If you’ve made it to Ninh Binh, first of all, good for you. This place is seriously one of the most beautiful, soul-refreshing spots in all of Vietnam. We’re talking stunning limestone karsts, peaceful rice paddies, ancient temples, and boat rides through caves that feel like something out of a movie. If you haven’t read…
When Waseem and I were planning our trip from Hanoi to Ninh Binh, I knew I didn’t want to deal with a cramped bus or an overpriced private car. I’d seen people mention the luxury limousine vans online and honestly, it sounded too good to be true for the price. Massage seats? WiFi? Hotel pickup?…
Hanoi is Vietnam’s capital city in the north of the country, and it has built a solid reputation among travelers for its street food, its chaotic but walkable Old Quarter, and a cafe culture built around one very specific invention: egg coffee. Waseem and I spent a few days here during our Vietnam trip and…
One of the biggest questions when visiting a new place is always: “Where should I stay?” I’m exactly the same, where I’m going to book my accommodation is honestly one of my biggest concerns before any trip. Luckily, Hanoi is a city where this question actually matters quite a bit. Unlike a tiny island where…
Hanoi was not what I expected, and I mean that in the absolute best way. I went in thinking old temples, street food, motorbikes everywhere, which is all true, but what I wasn’t prepared for was just how much personality this city has. It wins you over fast. Waseem and I spent two full days…