That’s it! Another year has gone by again. It’s crazy just how quickly time flies by. 2018 has been another fantastic year for us, with lots of incredible travel experiences. We’ve visited five countries as well as exploring four Australian states and we’ve seen some amazing wildlife and done some crazy stuff. Choosing our top 10 experiences in 2018 wasn’t easy but...
Last Updated: October 2026 Vietnam is one of Southeast Asia’s most fascinating countries, with bustling cities, beautiful landscapes, delicious food and a rich history. From the chaotic streets of Ho Chi Minh City to the charming lantern-filled streets of Hoi An and the spectacular limestone islands of Bai Tu Long Bay, there’s so much to discover. But...
Last Updated: October 2026 Hue, Vietnam’s former imperial capital, is one of the country’s most fascinating historical destinations. Situated along the banks of the Perfume River in Central Vietnam, this beautiful city is famous for its magnificent Imperial City, ancient pagodas and elaborate royal tombs. Hue served as the capital of Vietnam under the...
Last Updated: October 2026 When our alarm went off at 4.30 am, we were both fast asleep. Waking up that early is always hard. But we managed to drag ourselves out of bed and met our tour guide outside the front of our hotel. We were off to catch the sunrise at the My Son Sanctuary, a set of ruins from the ancient Cham Kingdom, found a little over an hour outside of...
Last Updated: October 2026 Halong Bay is one of Vietnam’s most famous natural wonders, and it’s easy to see why. With thousands of towering limestone islands rising from emerald-green waters, it’s one of the most spectacular landscapes in Southeast Asia. But there’s one downside to its popularity: the crowds! Halong Bay attracts huge numbers...
Last Updated: October 2026 Some places are so easy to like. But I’m not going to lie, Hanoi is not one of them. After a very early wake-up call to catch our flight from Danang, we arrived in Hanoi to catch the first morning light. We were tired, cranky (well I was!) and quite sad after leaving Hoi An behind us. I had been told great things about Hanoi; but my first...
Last Updated: October 2026 A few years ago, the small coastal town of Portishead in England conducted an experiment to try and fix the traffic congestion at one of their busiest intersections. They went ahead and removed the traffic lights at this intersection, leaving drivers to navigate it by themselves. What town officials discovered was that even with a...
Last Updated: October 2026 Hoi An is one of the most beautiful towns in Vietnam, famous for its colourful lanterns, historic buildings, delicious food and charming riverside setting. Once a thriving trading port, its beautifully preserved Ancient Town is now a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of the country’s most popular destinations. Normally, we’re...
Last Edited: October 2026 Ho Chi Minh City, still widely known as Saigon, is Vietnam’s largest city and one of the most exciting places to visit in Southeast Asia. With its chaotic streets, buzzing markets, delicious street food and fascinating history, it’s a city that certainly knows how to make an impression! Here, beautiful French colonial buildings...