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PODCAST: What’s it like getting a health check in Vietnam?

PODCAST: What’s it like getting a health check in Vietnam?

Matt chats about his recent health check experience, how liveable (or not) Vietnam is & Indian tourists Walter Mason Destination Saigon Amazon & Interview Doru’s Instagram  Dai Nam Race Track Website Raffles Medical Website Grab App Website Jackaroo Bar Facebook InterNations Survey Results Website My video on Vietnam’s twist on Indian curry YouTube List of Hindu Temples in District 1 Sri Thendayuthapani Temple 66 Đ. […]

Walking tour of Cho Lon – Saigon’s “Chinatown”

Walking tour of Cho Lon – Saigon’s “Chinatown”

Take in the history, food & architecture of Saigon’s most enchanting district solo or with friends & family! Cho Lon (often referred to as “Chinatown”) covers a large part of multiple districts in Ho Chi Minh City, however, this walk introduces you to just a small section of it (map included) and what is perhaps […]

The best places to Eat, Play, Love in Ho Chi Minh City in 2024

The best places to Eat, Play, Love in Ho Chi Minh City in 2024

Before you write Vietnam’s biggest city off, think again, because there’s so much more to it than honking horns and squeaking breaks By Matt CowanChief Editor The Bureau Asia Ho Chi Minh City – Vietnam’s biggest and most vibrant city – has long struggled to rid itself the tag of being just another airport destination […]

Off the beaten tourist trail in Vietnam reveals Saigon’s dark past

Off the beaten tourist trail in Vietnam reveals Saigon’s dark past

Saigon has earned an enviable reputation for great street food, electric nightlife and friendly people, but it hasn’t always been this way. By Matt CowanChief Editor The Bureau Asia Saigon has a reputation for some of the best street food in Vietnam, friendly people and pretty awesome nightlife.  It’s a lot of fun to be […]

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