The Hien

On our walk in town for dinner, we came across The Hien half way up a steep and narrow alley. We couldn't say no so we stopped for a refreshing beverage.
This is a new Japanese style cafe withLeer más
Dinner. Thanks Dat

The receptionist Day from Ho Chi Minh who is from Da Lat sent Sam through recommendations of where to go including this local restaurant.
We looked like the only tourists there and ended up sittingLeer más
Night Market

Next stop.. Night Markets...
This was a happening place with many stores that just went on and on and on..... Selling all kinds of things like clothing, key chains, shoes, food and drinks.
It was soLeer más
Lien Hoa Bakery

We walked up the hill out of the hustle and bustle to check out another area and catch a grab home. We found a popular bakery and got some treats to dine on back at the hotel. Most of them we're notLeer más
Phó Uyên

Dat recommended we check out this Pho for a traditional Vietnamese breakfast.
It is local. The Pho served by an old Vietnamese lady who just pumps out this delicious noodle soup.
Such a specialLeer más
Lululola Coffee

Another Dat recommendation. Coffee up above the city. Stunning views, good coffee and great vibes.
Da Lat Cable Car

We decided to see the view of Da Lat from the cable car on top of the mountain. Stunning views in all directions and very serene
Thiên Viên Trúc lâm

A beautiful Monastery at the other end of the cable car.
After a walk up the stairs you are greeted with stunning gardens, temples and a sense of peace.
Sam got talking to Monk Tinh Dam about theLeer más
Da Lat Airport and Bahn Mi

We caught a taxi out to Liên Khoung Airport, about an hour's drive from Da Lat. The drive was beautiful winding around lakes and forests. The guy from our hotel in Da Lat got us an awesome deal forLeer más
Back to Ho Chi Minh

We arrived back at Ho Chi Minh airport in record time and for some reason thought we had heaps of time! We had a two hour layover so decided to go in the search for some dinner.
Big Pig

We walked from the airport to get some dinner and what an experience that was. I got us on the wrong side of the road and we had to cross the scariest road yet to get some food.
We tried a couple ofLeer más
Touch Down Danang

We arrived in Danang after a short flight and just walked straight out of the airport into warm weather.
We're getting better at haggling and tried to get a cheaper taxi but because our hotel was 'soLeer más
Gold Plaza Hotel

We found a cheap and comfy hotel for the night - The Gold Plaza Hotel. Close to the airport and close to the city we arrived quickly.
A nice modern room with a comfy big bed. Life is good
My Khe Beach

We wandered towards My Khe beach from our hotel over the walking bridge. The bridges in Danang are famous for being in the shape of a dragon that in the weekend blows flames out its mouth.
We walkedLeer más
Marble Mountain

We made our way to the Marble Mountain with the best Grab driver Mr An.
We made our way past the hustlers and up the stairs to Marble Mountain and area with temples, caves, statues and grumpy ladiesLeer más
Lan Uyen Home Stay

On our way to Hoi An I booked a last minute home stay. In a stunning part of the area, very close to all the important places and an amazing host.
We got delicious passionfruit drinks on arrival andLeer más
Ancient Town Hoi An

We quickly showered and freshened up and headed out to explore the ancient town and river side. This place is charming but so so busy, touristy (part of the problem we know) and the perfect place forLeer más
Faifo Coffee

A highly rated coffee shop in Hoi An and popular with the locals. I got their speciality iced coffee with salt and Sam a coconut iced coffee. Both absolutely delicious and the view was stunning fromLeer más
Madam Khahn

The queen of Bahn Mi and the best in the area apparently.
We couldn't pass this up, especially after being 'taken hostage' by some random Vietnamese woman trying to make us buy some tailoredLeer más
Teh Dar Show

We attended the local bamboo circus show not far from where we are staying. This was absolutely spectacular. We ended up sitting next to a Dutch woman, Fanny and an Englishman, Miles.
Our minds wereLeer más
Goc Viet Dinner with Friends

Fanny and Miles, the friends we made at the show joined us for dinner. Our home stay lady recommended a local restaurant and we were so thankful as it was nice and quiet and out of the hustle andLeer más
Mót Hoi An

When we walked past earlier this place was humming and so many people had their drinks. They tell us it's a traditional herbal drink and we need all the boosting we can get at this point!
Great wayLeer más
Market and Riverside by night

Hoi An comes alive at night with not only the amount of people but also the market, the lanterns, the boats floating down the river, and the bars!
We wandered around to take in the sights and soak upLeer más
Beers, Mojitos and Live Music

With lots of the bars going off at this time of the night we hunted out one selling Huda, the local beer. Wonderlust had great drinks, a great atmosphere and tasty drinks. Doesn't take much to make usLeer más
Food Market

We started our cooking tour at the market buying food that we will cook later.
Lots of fresh fruit and veggies as well as all kinds of meat and fish..... Some still alive and some watching us.....