Hoi An is known for it’s romantic vibes, it’s abundant tailors and it’s silk lantern. Here’s what you need to know about getting a suit done in Hoi An. Lesson #1 : Don’t pay in advance They will tell you that they will make modifications until you are happy and sell you the full kit….
Tag: travel
Travelling is good for the soul
Ho Chi Minh, you surprised me!
I have already expressed how much I loved Vietnam. This country surprised me more than any of the other Asian countries I have visited thus far. When I think about Vietnam, I see a flower blooming in a field of weeds. It’s a blossoming country full of love and laughter. There’s hope for the future…
Cat Ba Island (Vietnam)
“Don’t go there! You won’t like it!” That was what the locals were saying about Cat Ba Island. From our Grab drivers (Asian version of Uber) to the hotel manager, everybody we spoke to seemed to be on the same page about Cat Ba. Vietnamese people go there on holidays. There’s a high season and…
How to book the best Halong Bay trip (Vietnam)
Spoiler alert: Our goal is to have the best value for money. Our expected level of comfort is what people now call “flashpackers”. After doing extensive research online and inquiring at several travel agencies in Hanoi we decided to book our cruise through our hotel. Here’s why… One of the first things you hear when talking…
Vietnam, a country full of surprises
After spending a month in Thailand I was ready to move on and explore a new country. To be honest, Vietnam was relatively low on my countries to visit in South East Asia. I had nothing against Vietnam, I simply wanted to visit other countries more. So although I was excited to be leaving Thailand…
How to get the best Thai Massage in Thailand
Anyone who has ever travelled to Thailand is quickly acquainted with their massage culture. Whether it’s in Bangkok, Chiang Mai, Phuket or Pai, a massage parlour is never too far away. Getting a massage is cheap and a must do in Thailand. In Montreal I get a massage every month (thanks to my insurance plan)…
Mae Hong Son Loop by Motorbike
I thought I would write a little something about this amazing motorbike trip we just finished. I will probably have to translate it in French at some point so my family can read it without using Google Translate, but for now here it is. 😉 First, let’s put us in context. We have been staying…
Social media, a funeral and a cancelled debit card.
It’s been almost three weeks since my last post and I sincerely apologize for not posting more often. The concept of blogging is still so new to me and I really need to get more disciplined about sitting down and penning my thoughts. I will surely try and make an effort to post at least…
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