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If you are backpacking to Saigon, chances are you will be staying in District 1, along the touristy Pham Ngu Lao street or the adjacent Bui vien street. And you will definitely be spoiled for choices when it comes to choosing an accommodation in this bustling metropolis. They have an extensive range of dormitories, guest houses, luxury hotels, and budget hotels, some of which are even up for rent.
Receiving my prize!
Back in August 2012, I participated in a Singapore Airlines (SIA) lucky draw. Having won a couple of such sweepstakes in the past, I couldn’t help but naively think that lady luck might favour me a little more when it comes to this. And that belief was further confirmed when I won the third prize in the aforementioned lucky draw. Continue reading
In awe of the Pyramids.
Home to several ancient and religious attractions such as the Great Pyramids of Giza and the biblical Mount Sinai, Egypt’s extensive culture and history, which date back thousand of years ago, have caused it to be one of the most popular African nations, or even countries for that matter, to visit. Continue reading
Hoi An ancient town had been mentioned several times by fellow backpackers during my Hanoi trip back in June. Most of them had included this city as part of their Vietnam/Indochina traverse and it gave me the impression that this place is a “must see”. However due to time constraints and the lack of research at that point of time, I had to give it a miss. That explained why when my friends and I decided to visit Vietnam back in December last year, I quickly threw Hoi An in the itinerary. Continue reading
This is a useful tip for all the budget/thrifty/frugal backpackers out there who are planning to visit Hanoi. In case you’re wondering, Noi Bai International airport is approximately 45km away (1hr drive) from Old quarter, the city center and chances are you’ll be staying in that area. Most tourists would arrange for an airport pickup from their hostel and that will usually cost them around 15-20USD per vehicle. Continue reading
Gazebo at Hoan Kiem Lake, Old Quarter
Hanoi, the modern capital of Vietnam, often struck me as an unattractive and unpopular city. I hadn’t heard much about this place because it’s not one of those destinations people around me would buzz about. Most of my friends and myself, when we think about Vietnam, we think about Ho Chi Minh City. And this ignorance of ours would have led us to further condemnation if it wasn’t for Ha Long Bay and its recent recognition as one of the wonders of the natural world. Continue reading
The World Fascinates 