How to avoid taxi and cyclo scams in Ho Chi Minh...
Taxi and transportation scams are a part and parcel of any large metropolis, and Saigon is no exception. As a seemingly unsuspecting foreigner, you...
What Kinds of Jobs Can Foreigners Get in Vietnam?
New expats in Vietnam often default to teaching English, thinking it’s their only option. In reality, there are many opportunities to pursue careers they’re...
The Art of Finding the Best Tailors in Hoi An
With over 400+ tailors in Hoi An today, working both in shops and individually, it's not so easy to find the best tailors in...
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The Ultimate Hanoi Shopping Guide – What to buy and where to buy it...
We wrote a very popular article focused on Ho Chi Minh City shopping awhile back, and have since had many requests for a similar piece for shopping...
How-to-Guide to Travel Vietnam by Air, Land and Water
Vietnam is a long coastal country stretching 1650 kilometers (1,025 miles) from north to south. Dotting its narrow landmass are beautiful cities, beaches, and...
Breaking Down the Banh Mi (Vietnamese Sandwich)
As a traveller in Vietnam, Banh Mi is one of the safer street foods you can enjoy (take a look at our previous blog...
How long to travel in Vietnam: The perfect Vietnam itineraries
We're going to give you a quick breakdown of the major places to visit in Vietnam, what there is to see and do, and...
XO Tours Vietnam is back and reopened for 2022! Book your tour now!
After a long 2 year hiatus due to the Covid outbreak, XO Tours official reopened on April 1st, 2022! We're so thankful that the...
How to Spend One Day in Ho Chi Minh City – Custom Itineraries for...
If you had unlimited time in Vietnam, you would surely be able to explore every facet of what makes this country unique. Unfortunately, many...
Surprisingly Affordable Luxury Travel in Vietnam
Traveling in the lap of luxury is often out of reach for many but it doesn’t always have to be. Due to favorable exchange...
Visiting Vietnam With Children: A Family Guide
Visiting Vietnam is a great family vacation option because the cities have a large variety of fun activities with high quality, affordable accommodations for...
Nightlife in Ho Chi Minh City: What To Do After Dark
As the intense heat and fierce solar rays of the day disappear a new side to Ho Chi Minh City emerges. The coolness of...
Mapping Street Food Culture in Saigon
Before delving into Saigon’s rich street food culture, it is helpful to know what makes Vietnamese street food cuisine special. Why does it beat...
A Guide to Your First Hour in Vietnam
Every adventure must start somewhere and we firmly believe that the first hour into that adventure may set the tone for your entire journey....
