Beach Club in Hoi An: NOX Beach Club at Hoiana Shores
byVietnam’s Central Coast has a new jewel in its crown – NOX Beach Club at Hoiana Shores. This isn’t your average beach club; it’s a multi-sensory playground where relaxation meets…
Vietnam
Discover the best of Vietnam with the AdventureFaktory Team! After living in Ho Chi Minh City (Saigon) for 2 years, let us show you the best the country has to offer! For more questions, do not hesitate to contact us.
Best cafe in Saigon: L’Usine Space
byL’Usine has always been one of my favourite places in Saigon and this since forever, when I moved there in 2015. It was my favourite hang out for lunch, to…
SORAE Sushi & Lounge, Ho Chi Minh City
bySorae is one of our favourite spots in HCMC to have a Japanese cuisine experience. The restaurant is divided in “concepts”, from a open sushi kitchen where you can see the…
VinPearl Luxury Hotel Landmark 81: Staying in the tallest building in Vietnam
byAs hosted media and guest speakers at a seminar about the Middle East Travel Market to Vietnam and the Mekong, we had the privilege to stay at the VinPearl Luxury…
Intercontinental Da Nang Sun Peninsula Resort
byViet Nam is fast becoming a luxury getaway, with some of the most breathtaking hotels hidden all through the land. While we had a football tournament up in Da Nang,…
How to get to SAPA in VIETNAM | Going up mount FANSIPAN by cable car or TREKKING
byHere is more from our epic VIETNAM trip. This time we are up in the north as we visit HANOI on our way to SAPA and the tallest mountain in…
Discover Viet Nam’s incredible coffee culture
byViet Nam is well known for its coffee culture. Amongst top coffee cities such as Istanbul, Addis Ababa, Vienna, Portland. I’ve heard Hanoi with its Hang Hanh Coffee Street in the…
ITE HCMC 2019: Travel Expo in Ho Chi Minh City
byITE HCMC Celebrates Landmark 15th Edition Of Being The Influencing Force Shaping Global Travel Patterns. With an expected 350 exhibitors, 300 hosted buyers and 40 hosted international media, the largest and…
A Record High of 350 Exhibitors & 30,000 Visitors Expected for ITE HCMC’s Landmark 15th Edition
byA Record High of 350 Exhibitors & 30,000 Visitors Expected for ITE HCMC’s Landmark 15th Edition Special highlights for the international travel show in September have been planned, including extended…
Celebrating our 5 year Anniversary at Park Hyatt Saigon
byWe try and celebrate big milestones in the best way possible. As full-time travellers, this is easier said than done. Luckily, for our 5-year anniversary dating, we were in Ho…
2-day guide in Ho Chi Minh City
byAre you planning a trip to Vietnam? You must plan a few days in the South in Ho Chi Minh City. It is not only super interesting to stay there…
Best restaurants in Ho Chi Minh City (non-vietnamese)
byIf you are a foodie in Ho Chi Minh City, here is a complete quick guide of places you must make some time for a feed. It is also a…
Where to get the Yellow Fever Vaccination in Ho Chi Minh City
byAs we were getting ready to go to Africa. we knew that anyone 9 months or older who travels to areas where yellow fever vaccine is recommended should be vaccinated against…
Best rooftop bars in Ho Chi Minh City
byIf you are the kind that likes to see a city from the top, our favourite place is at the Social Club Rooftop Bar at Hotel Des Arts Saigon, an…
12 Things To Know Before You Travel to Vietnam
byYou have decided to come to Vietnam! Well, you are in for a treat. This is one truly amazing place and you will love every minute of it. Its chaos,…
Best Sim Card In Vietnam For Tourists (2019 update)
byGetting a SIM card in Vietnam for travellers and expats has never been this easy. We remember those times when there were so many options but at complete different prices…
How to get a Vietnam Visa Online 2019
bySome passport holders, like the French, are lucky enough to enter Vietnam without applying for a visa. As Canadian and Australian passport holders, we are obligated to apply for a…
Vietnam: Where to repair your camera in Saigon
byAfter spending a great romantic day at the wineries with Mitch around the Inle Lake in Myanmar, we were biking back to our hotel while the sun was setting. Unfortunately…
A Complete Guide To Ho Chi Minh City’s Districts
byIf you are moving to Ho Chi Minh City it is important to understand the neighbourhoods. Even if you are only visiting as a traveller, this guide will help you…
Color Me Run Ho Chi Minh City
byThe Color Me Run is an independent version of Color Me Rad & The Color Run all around the world. The Color Me Run in Ho Chi Minh City is…
Where to have a good dinner in District 2 (Thao Dien), Ho Chi Minh City
byWhen in Ho Chi Minh City and not feeling like local food, we can recommend you this amazing spot we discovered 5 years ago in District 1 called The Vintage…
Vietnam: List of Best Cafes of Saigon
byVietnam is one of the best places on earth to get coffee. So if you are planning to visit Ho Chi Minh City, you will have to plan at least…
Vintage Clothes in Ho Chi Minh City at Mayhem Saigon
byIf you are looking for a shop that sells vintage clothes, you will hit jackpot with Mayhem Saigon. It is one of my favorite shops in Ho Chi Minh City,…
How to Shoot at the Saigon Flower Market (Cho Hoa Ho Thi Ky)
byPicture Asia, and markets come to mind. This type of commerce is alive and well in this region. From Thai night markets to Hong Kong counterfeit markets, your choices are…
Street Food Tour in Saigon
byDiscovering street food on your own without guidance can be a challenge. You don’t know which are the good ones that won’t make you sick. One thing that everyone who…
Beautiful co-working space in Saigon at Nest by AIA
byThe Nest by AIA designed by the great team of The Lab Saigon (FB) is a breath of fresh air in Ho Chi Minh City. A new working place, well situated…
Six Senses is why you should get to Con Dao Island now
byMany travellers think of Thailand as the only option for a beautiful island vacation. Vietnam actually has plenty of good options and most of us find ourselves in this dilemma, which island…
Hotel Des Arts by MGallery: Best infinity pool in Saigon
byAs savvy travellers, we love regular comfort and lavish stays. This love for suites in hotels has started quite young for Thuymi as she grew up for the first 15 years…
We did a Vietnamese Cheesy photoshoot at the corner shop
byIt happened. I remember 6-7 years ago, even at the time we were on AsianAvenue.com, some of my Vietnamese friends going back to motherland would come back posting a set…
Training for an obstacle race in Vietnam
byWhen Thuymi and I started dating we realized quickly we both love sports and travel. We started to do both, travelling to chase sports events and fitness events. Our first…
The best places to eat Vegetarian in Saigon Viet Nam
byThe challenge when you travel is to find the right restaurants if you have dietary restrictions. If you are vegetarian, travelling in Asia can be quite tricky. Although, you should…
Get the best river sunset in Saigon at The Deck
byEverywhere you travel, you might want to find a great sunset spot. In Ho Chi Minh City, or also called Saigon, the spot to be for it is in District…
Have High tea in a room full of antiques at Villa Royale in D2 Saigon
byIf you are chasing beautiful cafes in Ho Chi Minh City, Villa Royale is your place! Villa Royale is where you can find the best Australian treats. Meat pies, Meat…
You need to try Saigon street food with The Lunch Lady
byA different soup everyday. Meet Nguyen Thi Thanh, The Lunch Lady that got extremely popular due to Anthony Bourdain’s show No Reservations. Every now and then she does something different…
Check-in: Le Meridien Ho Chi Minh City
byVietnam is quickly picking up speed as a place not only for tourists, but also as an economic hub. We have found a place that caters for both tourists and…
Saigon: Places you must go in District 2
byCheck out the beautiful places, nice architecture, cute designs, hipster or aka Instagram photo-op places in District 2. Living in the area for a year made us discover every little…
Saigon Cafes: The Loop
byOnce in a while we go to The Loop to do some work. It’s never crowded when we go so it’s perfect to do some work done! The Loop Address:…
Vietnam: The best rooftop bar in Saigon
byWe found the best spot to be in Saigon. Actually our great mate Tue from Bates & Chi, working next door found it, but hey we are spreading the word!…
Hôtel des Arts Saigon MGallery & The Social Club
byAs I am leaving this beautiful uprising city of Saigon, new little gems are glooming very fast. A new MGallery has been established; the Hotel des Arts Saigon opened its doors August…
Vietnam: See the best of Cho Lon w/ Urban Tales
byOld Saigon is commonly known as Cho Lon, where Chinatown is situated (District 5). Cho Lon, is a little heaven for photographers who can get lost in old alleyways and temples…
Peace in the great mountains of Vietnam at Amanoi
byThe departure As our flights were scheduled at 4:55 PM, we took an Uber to the Domestic Airport of Tan son Nhat. Gates changed 2 times and we arrived in…
How to get to Hanoi from Noi Bai Airport
byOUR TIP – We suggest you to share a car booked in advance with other travellers and split the fixed fare to make sure you arrive in time at the…
Transportation in Vietnam
byWe hate scammers. Nothing makes us more angry when a friend or family member gets scammed. When we catch someone out on a scam, we are very quick to remind…
Saigon Cafes: Discovery day in HCMC
byThere seems to be a general opinion as a traveller in Ho Chi Minh that 2 days is enough to discover all that it has to offer, with the remaining time…
ANZAC Day footy in Vietnam
byI wont write too much regarding the day, I will let the photos do the talking. A big thanks to Thuymi Do @thuymi27 for taking the majority of quality pictures….
Vietnam: Saigon Small Independant Shops
byThey are on Facebook only, or on Instagram only, sometimes they have a location. These are so popular in Vietnam, I feel over flooded! Here is a tiny list of…
Vietnam: Fashion Boutiques in Saigon
byIn Saigon, or let’s say Vietnam, there’s no Zara, no Forever 21, no “not bad” shops following the trends at a cheap price. Other than Mango or Top Shop, alternatives…
Saigon Cafes: Loft Cafe
byThat big clock you see in Instagram pictures in #somewhereinsaigon… well it’s at Loft Cafe. Tucked in this block on Ly Tu Trong greeted by an Art gallery, once you…
Vietnam: Best American BBQ in Saigon @ Quan Ut Ut
bySince the very beginning, when I heard of this American BBQ place, I knew I’d have to go as soon as they open. It’s been more than a year now,…
Vietnam: Hidden and Chic cuisine @ Mad House in D2 Saigon
byDistrict 2 is my favorite hideaway of Saigon, with several hidden restaurants. You either have to have heard of them or you will miss them! They’re not situated on main…
Vietnam: Running The Dragon Dash Race
byAfter a month or so of getting up early for interval running workouts and grueling high intensity weight and circuit sessions, the day was finally upon us to attack the…
Dragon Dash training Part Two
byWe have been training for the Dragon Dash for several weeks now and as the race approaches, the intensity within the group has been lifting. We are now at a…
Vietnam: Beautiful hangout in Saigon @ Urban Kitchen + Bar
byMeet through my pictures… Urban Kitchen! Beautiful spot and design makes you feel cozy. Perfect spot for business lunches and dinner dates. Make sure to try the Siracha mac &…
Vietnam: Kokoïs in District 2
byMitch has decided to surprise me by taking me to new locations that I haven’t yet discovered in HCM. He brought me to Kokoïs on a Monday. Despite the good…
Vietnam: Swannies Vung Tau Expedition
byA few weeks back I had the honour and privilege to be part of the annual Vietnam Swans Vung Tau Bootcamp. Now part of the yearly schedule for the Swannies,…
Saigon Street Food: Bo Kho
byBò Kho isn’t the most well-known soup for visitors of Vietnam. Same broth color as the Bun Bo Hue, Bo Kho is beef stewed with tomato, star anise and lemongrass, served in 3…
Saigon Street Food: Bun Bo Hue
byI miss my mom’s Bun Bo Hue, but while visiting Vietnam, it is definitely the spot to try all kinds of variation of it! This soup is from my hometown…
Vietnam: Play Cricket in Saigon
byLiving away from home is difficult for someone who loves and plays sport as much as me. Especially in a place where English is not the first spoken language. But…