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3-Days in Hoi An: Enjoy the Best of Vietnam’s Ancient Trading City
Asia, Vietnam The Common Wanderer 10/21/24 Asia, Vietnam The Common Wanderer 10/21/24

3-Days in Hoi An: Enjoy the Best of Vietnam’s Ancient Trading City

This Hoi An itinerary helps to break down what to see, do and eat in the city in three short days. Including personal travel tips, this itinerary is perfect for those wanting to see the best of the city, but in a limited timeframe.

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Ho Chi Minh City Itinerary: How to Spend Three Perfect Days in Saigon
Asia, Vietnam The Common Wanderer 10/14/24 Asia, Vietnam The Common Wanderer 10/14/24

Ho Chi Minh City Itinerary: How to Spend Three Perfect Days in Saigon

This Ho Chi Minh City itinerary helps to break down what to see, do and eat in the city in three short days. Including personal travel tips, this itinerary is perfect for those wanting to see the best of the city, but in a limited timeframe.

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How to Spend a Wonderful Day in Hanoi’s Old Quarter
Asia, Vietnam The Common Wanderer 10/7/24 Asia, Vietnam The Common Wanderer 10/7/24

How to Spend a Wonderful Day in Hanoi’s Old Quarter

From hidden cafes and historic temples to colourful street markets, find out where to eat, stay, and play in Hanoi’s most dynamic district.

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The Perfect two-week Vietnam Itinerary for First Timers
Asia, Vietnam The Common Wanderer 10/3/24 Asia, Vietnam The Common Wanderer 10/3/24

The Perfect two-week Vietnam Itinerary for First Timers

Using our expert travel tips and insights, explore the best of Vietnam with our curated two-week itinerary.

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Beyond the Ancient Town: These are the Best Day Tours from Hoi An
Vietnam, Asia The Common Wanderer 9/23/24 Vietnam, Asia The Common Wanderer 9/23/24

Beyond the Ancient Town: These are the Best Day Tours from Hoi An

Explore the best day tours from Hoi An and within its Ancient Town. Explore historic sites like My Son Sanctuary and Hue, and dive deep into Vietnamese culture with our curated guide.

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Hanoi Itinerary: How to Spend Three Incredible Days in Vietnam’s Capital
Vietnam, Asia The Common Wanderer 9/17/24 Vietnam, Asia The Common Wanderer 9/17/24

Hanoi Itinerary: How to Spend Three Incredible Days in Vietnam’s Capital

Our personally curated 3-day Hanoi itinerary helps to break down what to see, do and eat in the city. Based on our own experiences and including personal travel tips, this itinerary is perfect for those wanting to see the best of the city, but in a limited timeframe.

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15+ Essential things to know before visiting Hoi An Ancient Town
Asia, Vietnam, Featured The Common Wanderer 9/16/24 Asia, Vietnam, Featured The Common Wanderer 9/16/24

15+ Essential things to know before visiting Hoi An Ancient Town

Planning a trip to Hoi An? Learn the essentials before you arrive with our Hoi An travel tips, covering everything from top attractions and accommodation to must-try dishes, transportation, safety, and practical advice for your journey.

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Everything you need to know about the Hoi An Old Town Entrance Ticket
Vietnam, Asia The Common Wanderer 9/16/24 Vietnam, Asia The Common Wanderer 9/16/24

Everything you need to know about the Hoi An Old Town Entrance Ticket

To protect, maintain and preserve the UNESCO World Heritage-listed old town, the Hoi An Old Town ticket has been implemented. This guide breaks down what's included in the Hoi An Old Town ticket, and whether it's a scam.

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Ho Chi Minh City Travel Guide: 15+ Things to know before visiting Saigon
Asia, Vietnam The Common Wanderer 9/9/24 Asia, Vietnam The Common Wanderer 9/9/24

Ho Chi Minh City Travel Guide: 15+ Things to know before visiting Saigon

Planning a trip to Ho Chi Minh City? Learn the essentials before you arrive with our Saigon travel tips, covering everything from top attractions and accommodations to must-try dishes, transportation, safety, and practical advice for your journey!

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How To Get From Ho Chi Minh Airport To City Centre | The Four Options
Vietnam, Asia The Common Wanderer 9/9/24 Vietnam, Asia The Common Wanderer 9/9/24

How To Get From Ho Chi Minh Airport To City Centre | The Four Options

Here are the four most popular options to get from Ho Chi Minh City Airport (SGN) to the City Centre. Includes ride share, taxi, public bus, and private transfer options.

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A Guide to Vietnam's Mekong River Delta: Where to Eat, Stay and Explore
Asia, Vietnam The Common Wanderer 7/2/24 Asia, Vietnam The Common Wanderer 7/2/24

A Guide to Vietnam's Mekong River Delta: Where to Eat, Stay and Explore

Home to some of Vietnam’s most unique experiences, the Mekong Delta is well worth the trip from Saigon. Explore floating markets, lush landscapes, and rich culture with our detailed Mekong Delta travel guide.

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How To Get From Danang To Hoi An: The Five Options
Asia, Vietnam The Common Wanderer 5/31/24 Asia, Vietnam The Common Wanderer 5/31/24

How To Get From Danang To Hoi An: The Five Options

Heading from Danang to Hoi An? Enjoy a hassle-free journey with our guide on the five best transport options, from comfort to budget-friendly.

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How To Visit The Temple of Literature, Hanoi’s Most Serene Attraction
Asia, Vietnam The Common Wanderer 5/31/24 Asia, Vietnam The Common Wanderer 5/31/24

How To Visit The Temple of Literature, Hanoi’s Most Serene Attraction

Explore the historic courtyards and traditional architecture of Hanoi’s famed Temple of Literature, a serene 1070 sanctuary honouring Confucius. Plan your visit with our in-depth guide to this must-see cultural landmark.

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How To Visit My Son Sanctuary, Vietnam’s Most Impressive Ancient Ruins
Asia, Vietnam The Common Wanderer 5/29/24 Asia, Vietnam The Common Wanderer 5/29/24

How To Visit My Son Sanctuary, Vietnam’s Most Impressive Ancient Ruins

Here’s how to visit My Son Sanctuary, an easy day trip from Hoi An. Explore the best times to visit, what to see, and tips for enjoying your time at the UNESCO-protected ancient ruins

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The Best Things To Do In Hoi An, Vietnam's Ancient Trading Town
Asia, Vietnam The Common Wanderer 5/29/24 Asia, Vietnam The Common Wanderer 5/29/24

The Best Things To Do In Hoi An, Vietnam's Ancient Trading Town

Experience the best things to do in Hoi An with our personally curated guide, including what to see and do, where to stay and eat, how to get there, and around.

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The Best Things to do in Hanoi, Vietnam's Historic Capital
Asia, Vietnam The Common Wanderer 5/20/24 Asia, Vietnam The Common Wanderer 5/20/24

The Best Things to do in Hanoi, Vietnam's Historic Capital

Experience the best things to do in Hanoi with our personally curated guide, including what to see and do, where to stay and eat, how to get there, and around.

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How to Visit Tan Dinh Church, Ho Chi Minh City’s Pink Church
Vietnam, Asia The Common Wanderer 5/9/24 Vietnam, Asia The Common Wanderer 5/9/24

How to Visit Tan Dinh Church, Ho Chi Minh City’s Pink Church

Here’s how to visit Ho Chi Minh City‘s famed Pink Church, Tan Dinh. Explore the best times to visit, what to see, and tips for enhancing your experience at this iconic pink church.

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The Best Things to do in Ho Chi Minh City (Saigon), Vietnam's Underrated Metropolis
Asia, Vietnam The Common Wanderer 5/9/24 Asia, Vietnam The Common Wanderer 5/9/24

The Best Things to do in Ho Chi Minh City (Saigon), Vietnam's Underrated Metropolis

Experience the best things to do in Ho Chi Minh City with our personally curated guide, including what to see and do, where to stay and eat, how to get there, and around.

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Is the Saigon Skydeck worth it?

TL:DR... yes. But there's a bit more to it, so read below.

Is it a tourist trap? Yes. Is it expensive? Yes. Should you still visit? YES.

We always appreciate seeing a city from above, hovering above the chaos at str
This is the end. 

We've never been overly comfortable with sharing our children online, but when Finn was born, we decided that was it, we'd no longer show their faces. 

The reason? We feel really uncomfortable with our children's faces being plast
An afternoon at the pastel-hued City Palace, Jaipur 🌈

Many of you probably have no idea, as we never shared it (classic us), but we have a heap of Jaipur travel guides on the blog, including a thoroughly detailed guide to the City Palace. 

So if y
Sharing a little Dandenong Ranges day-trip guide for your weekend planning 🌳

We're massive fans of the Dandenongs, and they're the perfect short-day trip from Melbourne, especially for families. There's heaps to do, a great foodie scene, and a lot
Europe's most underrated city? We think so. Welcome to Ljubljana (travel guide below!).

We've been visiting here for nigh on 20 years (well, Mark has - he's old), and it never fails to impress. It's compact, gorgeous, has a great food and wine scene

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