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As we welcome in the Year of the Cat in Vietnam, I wanted to kick the year off with a very personal show. Having had a break and feeling super refreshed I wanted to take this opportunity to thank you all for listening, and to those that reached out to me during the break, I was extremely touched. I want you all to know that despite being a broadcaster of sorts, I am also a good listener. So, your thoughtful words and feedback have been heard. In this show I share with you my focus for 2023. Which is mainly about YOU. I want to respond to your concerns, interests, aspirations and requests as much as I can. If you go to the website you will see I have created a section for you to do that very easily. How would you like a show to feature one of your subject requests? What places and activities would you like to hear about? I have a lot in store already, but as I’ve said many times, Vietnam is developing fast and I am just trying to keep up with it. In this episode I do a brief recap on each of the shows we brought to you in 2022. I highlight the main attributes from each show and bring to light the main points covered and what you can expect to learn from each one. I hope you find that helpful and it sets the pace for your listening ear in 2023.  We went far and wide in 2022 and we plan to do the same in 2023.You can hear my insights from last year’s shows by jumping to the time stamps below. Time stamps 2.35 –   The year ahead 4.58 –   Where to go for more in-depth information 10.54 – The year in Review – The comedy scene Saigon 12.07 – The language learning series of shows 12.54 – Phong Nha Caves show – in depth 14.07 – Wellness – where its heading in Vietnam 16.02 – Phu Quoc – Vietnam’s Island of sunsets 16.40 – A Teenager’s perspective 19.00 – Art in storytelling and Contemporary art of the future 20.15 – Food shows – Hanoi and Fine Dining 21.00 – A wedding planner with some great ideas 23.00 - Nha Trang – 10 plus things to do 25.00 – Craft beer scene – More that taste, an experience 25.35 – Hue – its heritage and tales 26.10 – Con Dao Islands – privileged with beauty and serenity 27.00 – Solo Travel in Vietnam – safe for all 29.00 – Ninh Binh – Mystical  I wish you a happy, and travel safe year ahead.If you would like to get some more travel tips to help you book your trip of a lifetime in Vietnam, You might like to check out the book I wrote - Book Pack, & Stay - A Travel Guide to Vietnam - $4.99 US. Available now. Please reach out and give us your feedback.Let me design your customised tour of Vietnam.Search your subject. Sign up for the newsletter. Read our blogsListen for FREE. https://www.whataboutvietnam.com/

Ninh Binh stands out in more ways than one if you set your compass to the north of Vietnam. Located 60 miles south of Hanoi lies this magical, almost mystical province featuring mountainous peaks and a labrynth of waterways inviting you to explore its many viewpoints.  Sharp limestone peaks, shoot up from the ground reminiscent of what you might see doing the same thing out of water, in Halong bay. Which explains why they often refer to it as the Ha Long Bay on land. It is by all accounts Halong Bay’s mystical rival. My guest, Jack Taylor joins me on the show. His talents lie in the skilful way he has captured the essence of the region in his videos. Jack, an English teacher by profession has been travelling and living abroad for most of his adult life. Spain for 3 years, China for 4, and now Thailand for 4 years has meant Jack has had a front row seat to some of SE Asia’s treasures. Don’t forget to check out his You Tube channel “I go cool places”.  As you will see in Jack’s video of Ninh Binh the outstanding beauty and serenity are breathtaking. Add to that a National park featuring a staggering amount of wildlife, and many pagodas including one of the biggest being the Bai Dinh Pagoda. You can easily get a sense of why some people think it has more to offer than Halong Bay. It is important to note that the Bai Dinh pagoda is considered a masterpiece of both nature and heritage, and it is the pride of Vietnamese people in terms of its quintessential architecture, culture and historical value. And, it’s NOT the major drawcard for the area.  Jack does a great job in giving us some handy tips for staying in the region, what are the best times to visit and some of “The Must Do” things. I hope you enjoy the show and will surely investigate this region as a place of surreal beauty, almost lost in time, close to Hanoi.  Check out his Video on his stay in Ninh Binh HERE.Follow his work here - Linkedin Youtube Instagram  I wanted to wrap up the year of 2022 and go out with a bang, and I couldn’t think of a better way to do it. This is the last show for the year. I close the year on a truly happy note with the achievement of over 72 shows, and the release of my ebook called – Book, Pack & Stay - A travel Guide to Vietnam.  If you are looking for some guidance to help you make smart choices in regard to how you best book; pack for all conditions; and make the most of your stay in Vietnam, then this is the book for you. As a companion short read guide; Its uniqueness is in its interactivity with links to Videos, Podcasts, Blogs, Apps, travel accessories and websites to apply for your Visa and get extra information. It’s all there and makes the ideal gift for Christmas. Available through Amazon HERE. Wishing everyone a happy Christmas and safe and prosperous New Year. See you in 2023.  Time Stamps:- 8.14     How best to describe Ninh Binh 9.45     How long should you stay 11.19   Must do things 15.16   The cave system 18.00   Foods unique to the region 19.57   How to spend your time wisely 20.10   Stand out experience 21.27   Best accommodation experience    Please reach out and give us your feedback.Let me design your customised tour of Vietnam.Search your subject. Sign up for the newsletter. Read our blogsListen for FREE. https://www.whataboutvietnam.com/

There are many reasons why Vietnam is a stand out favourite destination amongst female solo travellers. One of the dominant reasons is safety. The others reasons we explore more deeply in the show as they stem from the Vietnamese people themselves, and how they recognise women empowerment in their own culture. I hope my male guests will forgive us for making this show about the female solo traveller. You needn’t worry, I have a male solo traveller show on the drawing board so stay tuned. However, the aim of this show is to allay any fears a female may have about taking a solo trip to Vietnam. You are going to hear from both a westerner as in myself and a Vietnamese hospitality professional living in Saigon.  My lovely guest is Camellia Dinh. With over 10 years of experience working in the hospitality industry for some of the world’s most prestigious hotel brands including Park Hyatt, Sofitel, and the M-Gallery Collection, Camellia has a wealth of experiences and local knowledge to share. Currently she holds the position as Director of Sales at Fusion Original Saigon Centre Camellia tells us it is not always convenient to travel with friends or family as matching up schedules with study and jobs makes it almost impossible. She says that she started travelling alone as teenager, and over time has come to really enjoy her trips alone, and it has afforded her some fun experiences. That’s not to say she doesn’t love travelling with friends and family when she can. Together we’d like to share our own personal experiences to ensure women considering doing this, can do so with confidence. Especially if the female traveller loves food, culture, scenery, shopping, pampering, wellness, adventure and making new friends along the way. The doors for a “female solo traveller” are about to open, and Vietnam is waiting to greet you with open arms. You can find more about Camellia Dinh here - https://about.me/camellia_dinh  Time stamps 4.36 -               Factors influencing more solo female travel8.26 -               Camellia’s solo experience of Dalat11.54 -             Distinct advantages of solo travel14.09 -             Places to visit in Vietnam  16.22 -             Why Kerry chooses Hoi An as her base?20.44 -             Camellia explains Vietnam’s openness to all cultures, religions and communities25.16 -             A “hair” experience like no other to enjoy31.40 -             The history behind International Women’s Day34. 52 -            The story of a King37.31 -             Vietnam Women’s Museum  - a special place to visit40.10 -             Making a friend in Vietnam before you arrive can enrich your stayFB -  https://www.facebook.com/whataboutvietnam  IG- https://www.instagram.com/whataboutvietnampodcast/ LKD - https://www.linkedin.com/company/what-about-vietnam/ YT- https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCavCC1--oE5rUhO_SlENmqw               Please reach out and give us your feedback.Let me design your customised tour of Vietnam.Search your subject. Sign up for the newsletter. Read our blogsListen for FREE. https://www.whataboutvietnam.com/

My guest describes this destination as ,“it's probably my favorite spot in Vietnam, and maybe ever, just due to its complexity and beauty”. If I could call this show the “reality Check-in to Con Dao” I would. As while it features some of the best beaches in Vietnam, it is not quite the same as what you would expect to find in Danang, Phu Quoc or Nha Trang. Its attraction is in its isolation. Its natural unspoiled beauty. It's serenity.In the show we take a deep dive into the Con Dao Islands with Conor Kelly. Conor shares with us a short break he took to the Islands and some of the things that took him by surprise.  It’s great to welcome Conor back to the show. We have worked together before on his own Podcast called The Comeback, where I was the guest. He keeps himself very busy living in HCMC as he is also a teacher and journalist. It is testament to his journalistic skills that he is great at being descriptive, so you will get a really good feel for his travel experience.  It’s fresh, honest and open without any hidden agenda or push one way or the other. While Conor has high praise for the islands, as we explored the activities during his stay more deeply we discovered some of islands dark history and limitations. We unpacked the “how to get there” travel experience, and how much time you should allow for a stay.   If you are the luxury traveller, this place has your name on it. As it features a stunning Six Senses resort. For those seeking a restful quiet chilled-out stay, Con Dao should be your first choice. Ranked No. 1 Best Resort In Southeast Asia. Travel + Leisure World's Best Awards 2021 No matter what your budget, if you are starting to investigate beach side holidays in Vietnam, Con Dao will come up, and it is the perfect “get away” from it all. So, bring a good book or a good podcast and enjoy.Time stamps: 4.43            The “hidden gem” aspect of the islands7.01            First impressions11.11          The accommodation scale12.29          Nobody knows you are here – the feeling of isolation16.30          Discovering the islands “things to do”19.15          “The war place”23.09          The food experience24.57          Time out – how long is long enough?27.11          Must do’s and don’t – Watch for flights in and outListen to Conor here - and all good Podcast channels. https://podcasts.apple.com/nz/podcast/comeback/id1546873958  Please rate, review and send us your comments.  FB-  https://www.facebook.com/whataboutvietnam  IG - https://www.instagram.com/whataboutvietnampodcast/ LinkedIN - https://www.linkedin.com/company/what-about-vietnam/ YOU TUBE - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCavCC1--oE5rUhO_SlENmqw     Please reach out and give us your feedback.Let me design your customised tour of Vietnam.Search your subject. Sign up for the newsletter. Read our blogsListen for FREE. https://www.whataboutvietnam.com/

This show is what we call a Podswap, and it's a great one with Mark Arinsberg from Citizen 44.  Mark has kindly allowed me to share the interview with you.I am the guest this time, and with Mark's skills as an interviewer he is able to draw out lots of things about ourselves and Vietnam you may be surprised to find out about: Including how we navigated our way through Covid and came out the other side, still whole and more in love with Vietnam.If you'd like to really get to the bottom of what both Mark and I love about Vietnam, this is the show to find out. As a guest I get to talk freely about my recent trip and some of the encouraging things about that trip I hope will help guide your future travels.Mark also interviews his girlfriend on the show, and in that section you'll find out how by changing to a vegan diet one man has been healed from a serious illness.This show officially belongs to Citizen 44, so there will be no Transcript, but I do have some time stamps here that may help guide you through the show and key subjects you may find interesting. 03.37 - Kerry's version of Hoi An as her location for the interview 04.40 - Kerry talks about her role in Vietnam 07.17 - Kerry and Mark talk about the effects of Covid 2020-2021 11.19 - Why Mark loves Vietnam 12.52 - What makes Vietnam such a value for money holiday location? 14.35 - Mark talks food and how incredible the taste and price is! 16.00 - Kerry advises how best to take advantage of the Visa situation 21.23 - Mark talks about Vietnam as a growing economy 24.48 - Kerry's dentistry story Vietnam 30.48 - How the podcast kept Kerry going through Covid 34.36 - Mark's contrasting experience of Covid versus his family in the US 36.26 - Kerry talks about the growing ties between Australia and Vietnam 41.47 - Kerry's foodie experiences this trip in Saigon 46.08 - Mark interviews his girlfriend and they discuss how going vegan saved a mans life You can find more of Marks shows here - https://markarinsberg.substack.com/You can find Mark's books to purchase here - http://www.markarinsberg.com/Please rate, review and send us your comments. Please check out our main website with all the shows, special offers and Blogs https://www.whataboutvietnam.com/ Follow us on facebook here -  https://www.facebook.com/whataboutvietnam  Follow us on Insta here - https://www.instagram.com/whataboutvietnampodcast/ Follow us on LinkedIN here - https://www.linkedin.com/company/what-about-vietnam/ YOU TUBE - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCavCC1--oE5rUhO_SlENmqw Please reach out and give us your feedback.Let me design your customised tour of Vietnam.Search your subject. Sign up for the newsletter. Read our blogsListen for FREE. https://www.whataboutvietnam.com/

Contemporary art is shining fresh eyes on Vietnam.Why are we talking about contemporary art as part of a traveller’s experience of Vietnam?  It’s because the art you are seeing today in Vietnam and in galleries all around the world, wasn’t always there. The artists coming through the last few decades are showing their skills, and they are painting their version of history.  Some with a view to building bridges. It's modernistic, forward thinking and truly powerful with influences from some of our greats: Van Gogh, Matisse etc. In some small way I am hoping through the story telling of my guest today you will get some deeper understanding of some of the things you will be seeing and experiencing on your trip. If you are an Art Collector or art enthusiast there are links below to lead you to where you need to go. Today’s story begins in the early 90’s. Not that long ago if you think about it. But years before any reconciliation between the US and Vietnam. I am talking with the visionary of Contemporary Art in Vietnam – world renowned Suzanne Lecht Vietnam in the 90’s is a country rebuilding after being war torn for so long. You will be inspired by Suzanne as she tells about her initial involvement with the art scene in Vietnam after her husband died while they were living in Tokyo, and how she followed her dream two years later to seek out some artists in Vietnam, known as the Gang of 5. Ultimately, she goes on to make her dream come true to work with, and live with them, as she curated and exhibited their work to the outside world. Together with the Gang of 5 she builds her dream house. More on that in the show. While I had done the interview with Suzanne previously, I got to meet her during my recent trip to Vietnam. Meeting her in person and having time with her in her home, and in, what is in essence “The Salon or gallery” she built with the local artists. Suzanne  is an inspiring woman who you can tell lives her life with passion and purpose. As two blondes, we laughed at the irony of our affinity with this country and its people. The Salon (Art Vietnam Gallery)  is an intimate, creative reflection of the culture of Vietnam, open by appointment only. It can be booked for private parties, art consultations, poetry readings, music events as well as other cultural activities. Suzanne continues to curate exhibitions and shows in Vietnam and other cities worldwide to expose Vietnamese artists in the international art world.I suggest if you are a collector or interested in viewing some special pieces you would be advised to reach out to her through her website here. Time stamps to help guide your listening:-  | 05:59  | How Suzanne’s interest in art found her in Vietnam.  | 10:19  | Article: Art from the Heart - Gang of Five Holds Their Third Joint Art Exhibition.  | 15:41  | “What in God’s name am I doing here in Vietnam?”  | 21:32  | How the Gang of Five became Suzanne’s window to the outside world.  | 27:52  | Suzanne’s first gallery was in a house in Hanoi.  | 34:43  | Vietnam’s culture and art.  | 40:13  | What should the travelers be looking for, in contemporary art in Vietnam? | 47:55  | How can art lovers tell real art from fake art?  You can view this YouTube to find out more about Suzanne Lecht - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=R7O4HOebJyk Follow us on FB, IG, LinkedIn, You Tube. Please reach out and give us your feedback.Let me design your customised tour of Vietnam.Search your subject. Sign up for the newsletter. Read our blogsListen for FREE. https://www.whataboutvietnam.com/

Finally as your host of the What About Vietnam podcast, it's my turn to revisit Vietnam and check it out for myself.I will share with you my experience from leaving Australia to arriving into Vietnam.I'll attempt to give you as much detail as I can about the  travel experience entering the country and how that felt.I open up about my first impressions? I speak about the changes I see in  HCMC ; and where the changes are most noticeable. Good and bad.Plus my first time back in Vietnam would not be complete without sharing with you how welcomed I felt being back in my favourite place - Hoi AnI likewise share with you my experience on getting around Saigon; Best insights into the coffee culture and just how it feels being a minority in the domestic traveller demographic.If you want to hear first hand just how easy it is to travel in Vietnam in September, 2022, then this is the show for you. Straight from the horses mouth...so to speak!Time stamps to help guide you through the episode:-  00.38   The Visa process in action 04.24   Arriving into Vietnam – what to expect 06.17   The domestic travel experience 08.03   HCMC – most significant changes  09.52   Getting around HCMC 13.27   Dining out and the coffee scene Saigon 17.32   Hoi An – Welcoming me back           Mentioned in the show the A by Tung restaurant To get a little more in depth about Fine Dining in Vietnam check out The Fine Dining Episode with Raj Taneja hereIf you would like a "one on one" consult - email me at whataboutVietnam@gmail.comIf you prefer to read an in-depth guide to plan your trip to Vietnam - Please check out my blog here - https://www.whataboutvietnam.com/blogpost/trip-planning-vietnam-insights-for-new-travelersPlease rate, review and send us your comments.  Follow us on facebook here -  https://www.facebook.com/whataboutvietnam  Follow us on Insta here - https://www.instagram.com/whataboutvietnampodcast/ Follow us on LinkedIN here - https://www.linkedin.com/company/what-about-vietnam/ YOU TUBE - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCavCC1--oE5rUhO_SlENmqw   Please reach out and give us your feedback.Let me design your customised tour of Vietnam.Search your subject. Sign up for the newsletter. Read our blogsListen for FREE. https://www.whataboutvietnam.com/

This is part two of the series talking with Corrin Carlson, please welcome her back to the program. Please refer to Episode S4-9 for Part 1.When you think of Hanoi, do you automatically think of food? Probably not, but after you have a  listen to this episode which is the 2nd part of this 2 part series, you may very well change your mind! You may even decide to spend more time in Vietnam’s capital city to explore its rich culture, history, labyrinth of tiny streets in the old quarter and, of course, its hearty food. My guest on today’s show is a prime example of someone who got swooped up by the city’s chaotic diversity and charm. However, while she loves the city,... this show….is without a doubt “all about the food".  The dishes. The places to enjoy food. And the districts to visit to expand your culinary horizons.  Find out what is truly distinct about Northern Vietnamese cuisine in this episode of What About Vietnam Podcast. Let me tell you a little about my guest Corrin Carlson the girl behind The Fatpassport instagram and Tik Tok Pages. Starting from her home in the U.S. Corrin let her passport lead the way to a working holiday in NZ. From there she navigated her way around SE Asia finally landing in Hanoi in about 2019. Before she knew it, a month had  been extended to 3 months. Then Covid hit. However, for Corrin that meant work opportunities popped up, and a special someone who won her heart. Eventually, she found herself in Hanoi for 3 years.  During her time in Vietnam, as a talented actress, she applied her skills to produce the very popular “The Fat Passport” Tik Tok and Instagram pages, sharing her “Plates of Hanoi” with her many followers. This is a show brimming with lots of helpful and cool information including answers to some of those tough questions related to food that both her and I get asked all the time. Make sure to check out the transcripts for all of the amazing details!  This is part two of the series talking with Corrin Carlson, please welcome her back to the program.Time stamps to help guide you through the show:-  3.17 – Frequently asked questions about travel in Vietnam 7.50 – How to best manage your digestive system while trying crazy good food 8.22 – Sit down restaurants – Tay Ho area 10.39 – Best Afternoon Tea spots 13.13 – The story behind KOTO restaurant – Social Enterprise favourite 14.47 – Rooftop Bars 16.19 – Bia Hoi food and fun Hanoi 19.53 – Craft Brews to try Hanoi 23.37 – Coffee making class – the story behind Egg Coffee 27.17 – Shopping – some tips on districts to explore 30.07 – Best time to visit Hanoi – Corrin’s recommendation Follow Corrin here –  https://www.tiktok.com/@thefatpassport? https://www.instagram.com/thefatpassport/  Please rate, review and send us your comments.  Follow us on facebook here -  https://www.facebook.com/whataboutvietnam  Follow us on Insta here - https://www.instagram.com/whataboutvietnampodcast/ Follow us on LinkedIN here - https://www.linkedin.com/company/what-about-vietnam/   Please reach out and give us your feedback.Let me design your customised tour of Vietnam.Search your subject. Sign up for the newsletter. Read our blogsListen for FREE. https://www.whataboutvietnam.com/

When you think of Hanoi, do you automatically think of food? Probably not, but after you have a  listen to this 2 Part Series, you may very well change your mind! You may even decide to spend more time in Vietnam’s capital city to explore its rich culture, history, labyrinth of tiny streets in the old quarter and, of course, its hearty food. My guest on today’s show is a prime example of someone who got swooped up by the city’s chaotic diversity and charm. However, while she loves the city,... this show….is without a doubt “all about the food".  The dishes. The places to enjoy food. And the districts to visit to expand your culinary horizons.  Find out what is truly distinct about Northern Vietnamese cuisine in this episode of What About Vietnam Podcast. Let me tell you a little about my guest Corrin Carlson the girl behind The Fatpassport instagram and Tik Tok Pages. Starting from her home in the U.S. Corrin let her passport lead the way to a working holiday in NZ. From there she navigated her way around SE Asia finally landing in Hanoi in about 2019. Before she knew it, a month had  been extended to 3 months. Then Covid hit. However, for Corrin that meant work opportunities popped up, and a special someone who won her heart. Eventually, she found herself in Hanoi for 3 years.  During her time in Vietnam, as a talented actress, she applied her skills to produce the very popular “The Fat Passport” Tik Tok and Instagram pages, sharing her “Plates of Hanoi” with her many followers. This is a show brimming with lots of helpful and cool information including answers to some of those tough questions related to food that both her and I get asked all the time. Make sure to check out the transcripts for all of the amazing details! And don’t forget to tune into Part 2 to follow!  Time stamps for your easy reference: 07.29 – Best areas for tourists to head to 08.20 – Tay Ho Lake district – Broadening your horizons 12.28 – Casual Dining – Plates of Hanoi 14.37 – Famous Hanoi Districts 16.58 – The vegetarian options 21.03 – Street food you won't want to miss 27.19 – Chicken street 29.05 – One dog of a question we get asked all the time Follow Corrin here –  https://www.tiktok.com/@thefatpassport?https://www.instagram.com/thefatpassport/  Please rate, review and send us your comments.  Follow us on facebook here -  https://www.facebook.com/whataboutvietnam  Follow us on Insta here - https://www.instagram.com/whataboutvietnampodcast/ Follow us on LinkedIN here - https://www.linkedin.com/company/what-about-vietnam/ Please reach out and give us your feedback.Let me design your customised tour of Vietnam.Search your subject. Sign up for the newsletter. Read our blogsListen for FREE. https://www.whataboutvietnam.com/

Todays program is about sharing another Podcasters show, which will give you a whole new perspective on travel as seen through the eyes of a different host, on a different show. In this scenario I am the guest. Our topic is, as you would guess- Travel In Vietnam post covid. Malcom Teasdale is the host of the Travel addict podcast where he talks to all kinds of people and explores travels all over the world. Malcom heralds from the UK, so hello to all my UK listeners, you might really relate to Malcom as while he has travelled to Vietnam previously and really enjoyed his stay, he and I had much to share in experiences and certain cities he enjoyed as in Hanoi, HCMC and Nha Trang. My thanks to Malcolm for asking me to come on the show.Please see below:- The Original show notes from Travel Addict program release in June 2022.Kerry Newsome has a travel and marketing background and has been traveling back and forth to Vietnam from Australia for the last 14 years. She has a genuine love of the country and the people and enjoys sharing traveler stories and insights with anyone who is interested. She loves to travel and experience new cultures and has become a Travel expert for westerners interested in traveling to Vietnam. Personally, I have been to Ho Chi Minh, Hanoi and Nha Trang, all of which are great destinations and have different personalities.  Kerry also hosts the "What About Vietnam" Podcast. Listen to her show here. For more about Malcolm and his shows check some of his other channels here:-  https://www.malcolmjteasdale.com/podcast-episodes https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-travel-addict/id1529802944 https://open.spotify.com/show/31sDaMn2zvtPOekza0y9OB https://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0cHM6Ly9mZWVkcy5idXp6c3Byb3V0LmNvbS8xMjg4ODA4LnJzcw https://podcastaddict.com/podcast/3091275  Discover More about Kerry here: https://www.whataboutvietnam.com/ https://www.facebook.com/whataboutvietnam https://www.facebook.com/hellohoianvietnam https://whataboutvietnamtripplanning.buzzsprout.com/ https://www.linkedin.com/company/what-about-vietnam/?viewAsMember=true https://www.instagram.com/whataboutvietnampodcast/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/newsomek/ Please reach out and give us your feedback.Let me design your customised tour of Vietnam.Search your subject. Sign up for the newsletter. Read our blogsListen for FREE. https://www.whataboutvietnam.com/

Hué is a city not to be missed on your journey throughout Vietnam. Boasting a patchwork of imperialism and French colonialism you will find yourself delving back hundreds of years as you explore the legacy of war and a dynasty spanning 13 generations.  It’s a fascinating place. Quite beautiful as you find beaches and a river in the same city. Over a 3-4 day visit you can take your time meandering by bicycle through the countryside discovering historical relics and pagodas dating back to the 18th century. You will be charmed by the river, the paddies fields and local museums, plus you will gain a whole new perspective of some of the hardest fought battles in the American war. On the show you will learn the difference between the north and south; the best accommodations to enjoy the beautiful sunsets the city is renowned for; the best food to try, and some old local stories handed down over the years.  My guest is Norwegian born expat Anders Krystad who found his new home in Hué nearly 20 years ago. He took it upon himself to write a very detailed guide book just prior to Covid, which is the reason why I knew he was the right person to talk about this famous city. Anders lives with his  family in Hue and through in his involvement with local football he is a strong advocate for the city as a tourist destination.  If it’s history you are into, then this show will give you some context to some of the major attractions and sites in Hué that you won’t want to miss.  Find out more about Hue from one local that really knows this place inside out:-  6.50     Geography 10.49   The Forbidden city – The Citadel 14.21   Emperors tombs 15.28   Thien Mu Pogada 17.43   The perfume River 21.33   Best areas to stay 22.12   Bunker Hill 23.35   Famous foods to try 34.23   Best time of year to visit 37.16   Thuy Tien Lake – An Abandoned theme park 39.20   Train travel to Hue 41.46   Accommodation   The special offers mentioned at the beginning of the show are here -https://www.whataboutvietnam.com/offers Find out about our new shows and special offers here :-Follow us on facebook here -  https://www.facebook.com/whataboutvietnam Follow us on Insta here - https://www.instagram.com/whataboutvietnampodcast/Follow us on LinkedIN here - https://www.linkedin.com/company/what-about-vietnam/    Please reach out and give us your feedback.Let me design your customised tour of Vietnam.Search your subject. Sign up for the newsletter. Read our blogsListen for FREE. https://www.whataboutvietnam.com/

The Craft Beer scene is probably one of the “biggest ” and best leaked travel secrets about Vietnam to hit the tourist map. It is unmistakably an industry that is being fast tracked as we head out of Covid.  It is a “scene”. It's a taste sensation. It's a "thing" you have to try. As you will find out in today’s episode, it’s a product produced from passion, skill and local flavours, which means it also has a story. You don’t have to strictly be a beer drinker to join in the fun. But you do have to come to Vietnam to experience it.Today I have the distinct advantage of sharing with you a Brewers story. Please allow me to introduce Gary Bett, as the Founder and Head Brewer of the ‘Five Elements Brewing Company’, which is a small independent brewery in Da Nang. Gary has been in the brewing industry for over 40 years, and worked in the UK, Australia, Fiji, China, India, and Vietnam.  After finding himself responsible for Foster’s breweries in Asia, India, China and Vietnam – he always loved coming to Vietnam, which is where he eventually decided to set up business after leaving Foster’s. Vietnam is a great beer market. One fact you might find interesting to note ,and we talk about it in the show, is that 95% of all alcohol consumed in Vietnam, is beer. We discuss some of the nuances of this fascinating industry and the brewing process such as : 6.31 – What makes a craft beer 7.42 – Local influences 9.04 – Batches and Brews 12.12 – The alcohol content 13.13 – Where to go to try  16.07 - What do Vietnamese think of craft beer? 19.43 – Raw materials and the spice mix 25.25 – Your invitation to the BREWHAHA Tap rooms in Danang Craft beers and tastings are not just for your hearty beer drinkers. The most fun comes from trying, testing, guessing, trying …and doing it all over again. Having a laugh with friends and meeting new people. You get the drift! Will you have a great fun experience?…. Definitely! Where do you find Five Elements Craft beers?? Brewhaha locations are easy to find in Nha Trang, Da Nang and Quảng Ngãi.Check the  links below.Brewhaha - https://m.facebook.com/brewhahavietnam Brewhaha - NHA TRANG Map https://goo.gl/maps/h9yqLxhuH5wUh6ca6 BrewHaHa Quang Ngai Map https://goo.gl/maps/FbkRWstKBqwDKgkW9 Brewhaha - Danang Map https://goo.gl/maps/fHPig3rJPVEPmjeQ9 How do you stay connected to us? Join us and share with us here:- Follow us on facebook here -  https://www.facebook.com/whataboutvietnam  Follow us on Insta here - https://www.instagram.com/whataboutvietnampodcast/ Follow us on LinkedIN here - https://www.linkedin.com/company/what-about-vietnam/       Please reach out and give us your feedback.Let me design your customised tour of Vietnam.Search your subject. Sign up for the newsletter. Read our blogsListen for FREE. https://www.whataboutvietnam.com/

When looking for beachside locations in Vietnam, you are absolutely spoiled for choice.  While the country has a long coastline, what is still very much unknown, is information about one such beach paradise and the easy access it has to a sprinkling of islands that make for exquisitely restful getaways from the world. If you are looking for a beach side city with access to several beautiful islands + is known to have 300 days of sunshine a year,  then you need to head to Nha Trang. While the city boasts panoramic shorelines, sunsets and sunrises to colour your experience, and some of the best seafood in Vietnam. What was amazing to find out from my guest Colm Hutchinson, an Irish expat living in Nha Trang is that is has much more than meets the eye.  In the show Colm, who has been running his own digital media company, Halo Media since 2015, speaks to the changes that have taken place over the past 12 years, and how Nha Trang faired during the pandemic.  I won't kid you here, it has received over time - good and not so good reviews. Colm fell in love literally with Nha Trang as he married a local Vietnamese and is raising his young family there. He says he has seen a lot of tourists come and go, and now the country is open, it’s a great time to visit as the burden of 'over tourism' is long past. The best thing about Colm and the role he plays in the city’s tourism, is that he does a lot of digital media work with local hotels, tourism bodies, brands and eating establishments.  In fact, he has the foreigners perspective to offer up for us travellers and the local viewpoint being a resident for so long.He does a fantastic job in our interview as he  speaks so fluently to the 10, actually 11 things, he thinks make Nha Trang such a special place.  So settle back for a super interesting show about this beachside paradise as we explore:  1.     05.04 – The weather 2.     07.02 – The best beaches 3.     15.02 – Island hopping – walking on water 4.     16.01 – The Salt fields 5.     22.37 – Good time to visit after Covid 6.     24.26 – The culture – Explore Cham civilisation and pagodas 7.     26.24 – Biking about on a Vespa 8.     31.03 – Mud baths, good for the skin 9.     32.59 – Food – The seafood mecca 10.  42.35 – Golf – 3 challenging courses 20 mins apart 11.  45.09 – Cam Ranh – styles of accommodation + resorts and A SPECIAL 2 NIGHT STAY OFFER – More detail on the website - www.whataboutvietnam.comFollow us on facebook here -  https://www.facebook.com/whataboutvietnam  Follow us on Insta here - https://www.instagram.com/whataboutvietnampodcast/ Follow us on LinkedIN here - https://www.linkedin.com/company/what-about-vietnam/ Follow us on You Tube for trailers of other shows and full episodes.   Please reach out and give us your feedback.Let me design your customised tour of Vietnam.Search your subject. Sign up for the newsletter. Read our blogsListen for FREE. https://www.whataboutvietnam.com/

When planning a wedding there are so many factors to consider.While you start with - Who to invite? It quickly moves into - the venue and destination. And along with that comes the budget, and what style of wedding you want? How traditional, creative or crazy do you want it to be? For those exploring options in this space I say “What about Vietnam?” As you will hear from my lovely guest Jenny, a Wedding and Event Planner for 10 years in Vietnam, “the crazier the wedding the better”.  Beach weddings; on top of a mountain; in a cave; on a boat; paragliding onto the beach as an entrance; rich and colourfully traditional; to everything in between. You will soon discover in this program, Jenny, found here at “Weddings and Special events by Hoang Anh”, has a lot to say about the kinds of things the bride and groom can experience in Vietnam. Climate, food, flowers, staff, culture and many beautiful locations can bring to life a dream wedding, that is both uniquely special and culturally rich for everyone who attends. Hoang Anh, Jenny, was born, raised and educated in Hanoi. She considers herself extremely fortunate to be living and working in the capital city of Vietnam. As a wedding planner now for a decade starting in Thailand and then Bali, she says she doesn’t want to be defined by just her job, as she also loves to travel, read, write, learn, teach, and experiment all the time, when she is not working. To her credit, her first book will be published this year. Hoang Anh, who for easy conversation allows me to call her Jenny, is a very hands on planner as she engages with all aspects of the event, including the travel plans and arrangements for pre and post events; family get togethers’, and parties of celebration. You will have a good laugh at the “Hangover” story. For anyone exploring options for a “special “ kind of wedding where you can really open up your “idea hat”, or if you are trying to meet family and friends somewhere in the middle of the globe, I strongly suggest you have a listen, and find out what there is to know. You might find out that for value, Vietnam is really 'up there' and starting to give Thailand and Bali a run for their money. You can find more about Jenny’s business and discuss your ideas using the following links:I suggest reaching out direct by email as her English is very good):  LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/hoang-anh-duong-vuEmail hatmemwp@gmail.com Other projects that Jenny works on  https://www.facebook.com/groups/kinhnghiemweddingplanner https://wsen-vietnam.org/ Find more detail from the Podcast show website here - www.whataboutvietnam.comDownload the full transcript  including all the links to the restaurants and hotels mentioned in the show.Follow us on facebook here -  https://www.facebook.com/whataboutvietnamFollow us on Insta here - https://www.instagram.com/whataboutvietnampodcast/Follow us on LinkedIN here - https://www.linkedin.com/company/what-about-vietnam/     Please reach out and give us your feedback.Let me design your customised tour of Vietnam.Search your subject. Sign up for the newsletter. Read our blogsListen for FREE. https://www.whataboutvietnam.com/

This is a Podswap from the Conor Kelly & Kerry Newsome interview - ComebaCK Podcast #371 If you are sitting on the sidelines Googling madly, watching and reading social media chatter, but still unsure if it’s a good idea to take your next holiday in Vietnam, or go back there?;- then this show is for you. Why? Because Conor asks the questions I think many of you want to know the answers to. And while the doors are open again, is everyone rushing through the gates? And if not? Why?This is a totally different show. As I am the guest, not the host on the ComebaCK Podcast and this is what we call a Podswap. Essentially this allows me to share The ComebaCK show with you, on my channel.Conor Kelly, the host and ambitious podcaster of his own show ‘ComebaCK’ generously invited me to come on his show to talk about my thoughts on the future of travel in Vietnam and the ‘What About Vietnam’ podcast. Of course, I was delighted to do this, as it gave me a chance to share my journey with Vietnam from over 15 years working in the travel industry, talking with Vietnam travel organisations, industry boards and chambers, and travelling back and forth. Conor and I got down to business very quickly and settled into a hearty discussion on my personal history with travel in Vietnam as far back as 2007, and how I am tracking Vietnam’s comeback!! Great name for a Podcast, Conor Kelly. So here you have it - Ep #371 ComebaCK To make it easy- Some of the subjects we covered are here:-  00:02:34 – Kerry’s first visit to Vietnam 2007 00:08:33 – The travel boom 2019 to now 00:10:13 – When Covid hit 2020 – Kerry’s reaction 00:14:48 – Keeping tabs on Vietnam during Covid 00:18:16 – The launch of ‘ What About Vietnam’ 00:20:21 – What’s trending on the show 00:29:54 – Tourism forecasting beyond May 2022 00:36:01 – Over-tourism to sustainable tourism 00:37:27 – Hidden gems needing more promotion 00:42:54 – Managing over- tourism – some ideas  00:46:35 – Crystal ball – 2022,23,24 travel trends 00:48:45 – Sustainable tourism opportunities 00:51:35 – Is Podcasting a good platform to inform people on travel in Vietnam? 00:56:01 – How to access Kerry and What about VietnamIf you prefer to read please check out the Transcript on the www.whataboutvietnam.com website. My thanks to Conor for this opportunity. You can find more about Conor’s show below:- ORIGINAL PODCAST – Comeback podcast show with Conor Kelly. Link here - https://anchor.fm/conor-kelly02/episodes/ComebaCK-INTERVIEW-371---Kerry-Newsome---What-About-Vietnam-Tourism-In-Vietnam-e1i1isrComeback Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/thecomebackwithck/?hl=en Find more detail from the Podcast show website here - www.whataboutvietnam.com Download the full transcript  including all the links to the restaurants and hotels mentioned in the show.Follow us on facebook here -  https://www.facebook.com/whataboutvietnamFollow us on Insta here - https://www.instagram.com/whataboutvietnampodcast/Follow us on LinkedIN here - https://www.linkedin.com/company/what-about-vietnam/     Please reach out and give us your feedback.Let me design your customised tour of Vietnam.Search your subject. Sign up for the newsletter. Read our blogsListen for FREE. https://www.whataboutvietnam.com/

Meet some of Vietnam's talented chefs.Vietnam is legendary for its street food and fresh flavoursome cuisine.  However you may be surprised to find out it also has a fast growing "Fine Dining" industry championed by some very talented Chefs.  Hear what they have to say about their style of cuisine and restaurant experience.The best part of dining out at one of the Vietnam's top-tier restaurants is the sense of occasion it brings, and my guest Raj Taneja,  Country President of la Confrérie de la Chaîne des Rôtisseurs, the world's oldest and most respected culinary and hospitality arts association, is on the show to share his knowledge of fine dining in Vietnam, and what we can expect to experience in the future as this industry develops. Raj Taneja, was originally born in Calgary, Canada. While he started his career as a chef at the age of 17 he found he had a bent for the Tech Industry so he ultimately went on to work in that field. After various roles that took him to Japan, which include selling out those successful businesses, he tried semi retiring, to full retirement in Thailand. However his exuberance for new experiences and love of fine food and wine never waned. So after much deliberation he went on to volunteer to champion La Chaines in Vietnam .Raj's role within La Chaines enables him to visit  many fine culinary establishments and 5 star hotels in Vietnam. This makes him the ideal guest to speak about Vietnam's growing love of fine dining and the mavericks that are taking it to world class status.This is an entertaining and illuminating interview with Raj and some of the best chefs in Vietnam:- 1. Chef Joon Chi 2. Chef Nico Ceccomoro 3.Chef Alession Rasom4. Chef Sakal Phoeung5. Chef Hoang TungA little bit about la Chaine des Rotisseurs - The distinctive character of this association brings together enthusiasts and professionals from all over the world in the appreciation of fine cuisine. Hoteliers, restaurateurs, executive chefs, sommeliers or individuals passionate about the culinary arts make up our membership.Find more detail from the Podcast show website here - www.whataboutvietnam.comDownload the full transcript  including all the links to the restaurants and hotels mentioned in the show.Follow us on facebook here -  https://www.facebook.com/whataboutvietnam  Follow us on Insta here - https://www.instagram.com/whataboutvietnampodcast/ Follow us on LinkedIN here - https://www.linkedin.com/company/what-about-vietnam/     Please reach out and give us your feedback.Let me design your customised tour of Vietnam.Search your subject. Sign up for the newsletter. Read our blogsListen for FREE. https://www.whataboutvietnam.com/

Art in Vietnam is everywhere. Sometimes it’s hard to actually know what you are looking at. As a tourist busy trying to cram so much in to a stay in Vietnam, the artist’s true technique or storytelling, is often lost on us.   Art takes many forms in Vietnam, as in lacquerware, paintings, silk, lanterns, pottery, fashion, homewares, and as you will learn in this show, there is a difference between an “Artist” and a Craftsman, who may produce the same style or product many times, yet it takes true skill to do this. We discuss the differences. And then of course how do you know what’s real or fake? Believe it, or not!  Not everything is a copy, or fake! With the advantage of my talented artist Bridget March, we are going to take it back 100 years and really talk about how Vietnam has developed in the art world.  Find out what some of the older forms of art told in their depictions of mountains that were meant to represent heaven; it’s rivers -the paths of life, and people painted so tiny they are meant to symbolize the very small space they take up in the whole universe. Nothing short of profound. Bridget is a brilliant story teller. An artist herself of considerable note, Bridget is originally from the UK. As a successful product designer of 20 years, she went on to became a senior lecturer at Leeds University of Art. Following her dreams, she moved to Saigon in 2012 to fulfil her lifelong ambition of being a full-time artist. That love affair has only grown over time as she pursues her own work in Hoi An and encourages and supports local artists in central Vietnam.  She has published 3 books about Hoi An, Sapa and Saigon and has had 7 solo exhibitions of her paintings and drawings in Vietnam galleries and at International hotels.  She is also well recognised as the curator for the wonderful art gallery space at the Anantara Hoi An Resort. She has her own delightful gallery located in Hoi An – See here for details  Stick around for this show, as it’s got lots of hidden gems.  We speak about a list of her favourite galleries, the blog listing those is here;-  https://www.marchgallery-hoian.com/post/vietnam-s-contemporary-art-in-2022  The gallery details and all her social pages are here. Feel free to reach our directly:-  www.marchgallery-hoian.com FB: march harbour gallery Inst: March harbour gallery Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/company/march-galleryCheck out the Podcast website for more info - https://www.whataboutvietnam.com/series-4/episode-1/art-in-vietnam%2C-story-telling-at-its-bestFollow us on facebook here -  https://www.facebook.com/whataboutvietnam  Follow us on Insta here - https://www.instagram.com/whataboutvietnampodcast/ Follow us on LinkedIN here - https://www.linkedin.com/company/what-about-vietnam/ Please reach out and give us your feedback.Let me design your customised tour of Vietnam.Search your subject. Sign up for the newsletter. Read our blogsListen for FREE. https://www.whataboutvietnam.com/

When planning a trip with a family, we are always looking for places that will be of interest to the “whole” family. However, sometimes the late teen in the family is not always as enthusiastic as the rest of the clan. If you are thinking about bringing your family to Vietnam and not sure if Vietnam will hit the button for children, in particular your teen son or daughter, you might be pleasantly surprised by the views of one such teenager who visited Vietnam with me in 2019.  Ethan Sanders is my guest and just also happens to be my grandson. Yes. Believe it or not as I was a young mum it shouldn’t have come as any surprise to be a young grandmother. I consider myself truly blessed. Ethan was 16 when he came to visit me in Vietnam on one of my trips. 2 years on from that visit, Ethan and I chat about some of the activities he counts as most memorable and he thoughtfully gives up some advice for future travellers who just happen to be teenagers as well.  Find out what Ethan found initially most challenging? Discover the “thing” you thought your child may never do at home, but will try in Vietnam? Learn if he would go back to Vietnam as an adult. What activity did Ethan find so hilarious doing with me on the trip? Vietnam is extremely kid friendly. It is a very safe environment and you won’t need to go far to find lots of activities kids of all ages will love. From adventure, safari parks, trekking, lantern making, fantasia and theme parks. The culture alone is intoxicating and if the hotel pools and beaches don’t allure them with waters sports. Nothing will. I hope you enjoy this one, as this one is for the teens we love making memories with.The beach cafe we checked out in An Bang is called - Soul Kitchen. A big local favourite of mine.The hotel we stayed in HCMC - Also  great value and ideally located in District 1 - Au Lac Charner Hotel WHATABOUTVIETNAM - check out more podcasts to help you trip plan. If you are liking what I am doing with the show, I’d love it if you would please consider giving me a short review on Apple Podcasts/ITunes. Follow us on facebook here -  https://www.facebook.com/whataboutvietnam  Follow us on Insta here - https://www.instagram.com/whataboutvietnampodcast/ Follow us on LinkedIN here - https://www.linkedin.com/company/what-about-vietnam/   Please reach out and give us your feedback.Let me design your customised tour of Vietnam.Search your subject. Sign up for the newsletter. Read our blogsListen for FREE. https://www.whataboutvietnam.com/

An island blessed with white sand beaches, turquoise waters, swaying palm trees and an abundance of sunshine is attractive in its own right.  If you add a jungle forest, waterfalls, pepper trees,  a theme park for kids and an underwater world for divers, it makes for an unbelievably rich island  getaway. Phu Quoc, which is the focus of our episode today with Patricia Marques is only a short 45 min flight from HCMC, and is VISA free to visit. In fact its always been Visa FREE. The borders to Vietnam are open. Please see my detailed guide on my website for everything you need to know about travel and Visa’s to Vietnam as at 16.3.22. In this Episode we expand on things like: Best time to go; Closeness to Cambodia; Water sports; What food is most common; Is it expensive?: Pepper farms; Fish Sauce; the famous Phu Quoc dogs; Is it worth going to downtown to eat out?; Accommodation choices and how the Island is configured so you can find what you want. Patricia Marques is my guest and I was lucky enough to catch her just after a recent trip to Phu Quoc. A trip that coincided with the news that Vietnam is now open to general tourists. So our chat is current as of March 2022.  A little bit about Patricia.  Patricia is the General Manager of Starbucks in Vietnam, and as you would imagine with a highly demanding job like that, she looks forward to the occasional weekend getaway. Leaving on a Friday afternoon and home on a Sunday Night, she heads for Phu Quoc. She was born in Lima, Peru, and throughout her working life she has visited many countries around the world. In the role as GM of Starbucks there isn’t anything she can’t tell you about coffee. She tells me in our interview this is the longest she has stayed in one country and for 2 reasons; 1) - I she loves Vietnam  2) -  she has her dream job.  Amid the myriad of things we talk about, you will soon discover that Phu Quoc makes an ideal destination for families, couples and solo travellers alike. It literally caters for many types of travellers with amazing waterfalls to visit and trekking in the jungle like National Park. To, diving, snorkelling and a Theme Park for kids, that would rival Disneyland, located in the north of the island. As a place to kick back and relax or take off into the wilderness, the island has it all, and given its location, it’s a seafood lover’s paradise.  Patricia mentions a hotel she always stays at, I thought I should give you link here as it is one of my favourites as well – (This is NOT a paid for advertisement)https://laverandaresorts.com/WHATABOUTVIETNAM - check out more podcasts to help you trip plan. Follow us on facebook here -  https://www.facebook.com/whataboutvietnam  Follow us on Insta here - https://www.instagram.com/whataboutvietnampodcast/ Follow us on LinkedIN here - https://www.linkedin.com/company/what-about-vietnam/   Please reach out and give us your feedback.Let me design your customised tour of Vietnam.Search your subject. Sign up for the newsletter. Read our blogsListen for FREE. https://www.whataboutvietnam.com/

Vietnam in the past 2 years of lockdown has really seen an opportunity to develop itself as a  “Wellness destination”. The country not only offers sheer beauty, open spaces to explore and discover, hot springs, culture, over 3,000 kms of coastline, quality food and wellness practices such as meditation and yoga are becoming easily accessible in properties and locations around Vietnam.Today we talk about one of these Wellness retreat properties in detail, as I wanted you to have  one true example as a point of reference. Plus, you will hear a little bit about the imperial city of Hue. Hylton Lipkin is my guest today and is one of the champions influencing the change towards wellness and sustainable tourism in Vietnam. While wellness is different things to different people, I hope this episode will give you a snapshot view of some of the activities and experiences available to you; to either “kick start” a change to your lifestyle, or offer some respite from the one you have. Hylton, born in South Africa, was once an avid traveller himself, and found himself living and working in many countries around the world ,until he was offered a job in Vietnam, where he now sits as the GM of the Alba Wellness Valley located just outside of Hue in Central Vietnam. Hylton is also the World Wellness Weekend Ambassador for Vietnam and in that role he has the chance to influence the world on the growth of this sector in Vietnam and to bring forth his other passion, which is Environmental Wellness. Vietnam has a swag of wellness experiences to incorporate into your next holiday, so keep an eye out for these as you make plans and book your holiday experience in Vietnam. Sit back and enjoy my entertaining and knowledgeable guest - Hylton Lipkin. If you would like to know more the World Wellness organisation and to Register your activity for 16th - 18th September, 2022 Go here - https://world-wellness-weekend.org/ Alba Wellness Valley- https://fusionhotelgroup.com/albawellnessvalley/ NOTE: This is not meant to be in any way an advertisement for the Alba Wellness Retreat. Check out more and listen for free here - WHATABOUTVIETNAM - check out more podcasts to help you trip plan. This and all shows available wherever you find podcasts.Spotify - https://spoti.fi/3g7aLzgApple /Itunes - https://apple.co/3uPWJWTGoogle Podcasts - https://bit.ly/3sql8AUAmazon Prime - https://amzn.to/2OPRBmlFollow us on facebook here -  https://www.facebook.com/whataboutvietnam  Follow us on Insta here - https://www.instagram.com/whataboutvietnampodcast/ Follow us on LinkedIN here - https://www.linkedin.com/company/what-about-vietnam/ Please reach out and give us your feedback.Let me design your customised tour of Vietnam.Search your subject. Sign up for the newsletter. Read our blogsListen for FREE. https://www.whataboutvietnam.com/