With little-to-no clear rules, it's not surprising that the roads of Vietnam have garnered a reputation as one of the most dangerous places to drive. I'm not here to tell you that it's safe, I have seen my share of accidents, but I have found that with some conscious effort you can make your experience on the road safer. Whether
Curious about teaching English in Vietnam? This guide answers questions you might have, including qualifications you need, where to find jobs, when to apply and more.
Picking the right place to call home will shape your experience in Vietnam. No two cities offer the same vibe and with Vietnam being such a long country, the difference between living in the north versus living in the south can be vast. Considering I'm still living in Ho Chi Minh City, 4 years after moving, I think it's safe
job Teaching English in Vietnam is not a one-size-fits-all kinda business. There are many different types of teaching jobs available and, while most of them still centre around English, there is bound to be one style of teaching which suits you better than the rest. This post shares the types of teaching jobs you can find in Vietnam, with important
With an estimated 45 million motorbikes pumping pollutants out, and unnecessary packing for any and every item, Vietnam isn't exactly a forerunner when it comes to being eco-friendly. Being eco-friendly in Vietnam can be challenging and needs conscious effort, but I hope that this guide inspires you to make some habitual changes to help you to live a more eco-friendly
I guess this is kind of my own “eat, pray, love” episode. Girl has heartbroken, decides to go on an epic adventure and falls back in love with life. Cliche, I know, but this solo motorbike trip across Vietnam literally changed my life. One of the most challenging experiences when living as an expat, or for those backpacking, is a
Interested in finding a teaching English job in Vietnam? This guide covers job requirements, creating a teaching CV, where to find jobs, and reputable companies to work for.
To legally work in Vietnam, and apply for a temporary resident card (TRC), you require a work permit. While you can find work without a permit, good companies will not allow you to work for them without it as they can get fined by the government. I've put this guide together to walk you through the process, so you know
Everyone has a few crazy pipe dreams; daydreams that more often than not stay as whimsical “if only’s”. Well, 2018 was very much a year of going after what I wanted, so I took the plunge and did something with my pipe dream. I wanted to buy a vintage honda cub motorbike. So I found a Saigonese company, The Honda
I originally moved to Vietnam to pursue a dream of living in Asia and teaching English, but over the past few years, my role as a teacher has morphed from teaching English as a second language to teaching Science and Maths. I actually studied Biology at university, so when the opportunity came along to utilise my degree and teach science and maths at