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Monthly Archives: September 2014
Ava’s Closet
My first Ava dress was from the Summer Collection. What caught my eye were the unusual print and the classic lines. The fabric felt soft and cool — perfect for the hot summery months of Saigon. As a Filipino, my … Continue reading
Posted in Exploring Saigon
Tagged Ava's Closet, Ho Chi Minh City, Saigon, Vietnam, women's clothing
1 Comment
Zippy Bags by Caroline Istas
Last year, Caroline Istas published the Travel Logbook for children. My son loved filling out the pages about his trips. Now Caroline is back with her Zippy Bags! Caroline is from Antwerp, Belgium. She studied History of Art at the … Continue reading
Encapsulating Kaiteki Hotel
One of my frustrations living in Ho Chi Minh City is not being able to try the different accommodations in the city. I still feel very much like a tourist and I sometimes miss the Renaissance Riverside or the Park … Continue reading
Posted in Exploring Saigon
Tagged backpackers district, budget hotels, Ho Chi Minh City, Kaiteki Hotel, Pham Ngu Lao, Saigon, Vietnam
2 Comments
Albetta Kids Opens Its District 7 Store!
Albetta Kids, a UK children’s fashion brand has opened up a shop in Phu My Hung, their second in Ho Chi Minh City (the first is in District 2). They offer beautifully crafted toys, accessories, shoes, and of course clothes! … Continue reading
Posted in Exploring Saigon, Sharing Saigon
Tagged Albetta Kids, children's apparel, Ho Chi Minh City, Phu My Hung, Saigon
8 Comments
Catch “The Mist” at the Saigon Opera House
Last night, we were invited to watch the premiere showing of “The Mist” featuring the performers of Arabesque at the Saigon Opera House. I love the Saigon Opera House. It’s like stepping back in time. The French colonial architecture is well-preserved. … Continue reading
Posted in Exploring Saigon, Sharing Saigon
Tagged Ho Chi Minh City, Saigon, Saigon Opera House, Vietnam
2 Comments
What is in the air?
Unlike in other countries where you can log on a website and get the pollution index, Vietnam doesn’t seem to have one — well at least none that is in English that I can search through Google. That’s why when … Continue reading
Brokerfish Emergency Phone Number Resource
Traveling to another country may be daunting for some — especially when it’s a totally different culture. Lessen your anxiety by reading up on the people, places, and culture. And don’t travel without a handy list of emergency contact numbers. … Continue reading
Posted in Beyond Saigon, Spills
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Amazing things on Vietnamese Motorbikes
By guest blogger, Sophia Wright Vietnam is completely different from all other countries I have visited so far. The amount of things happening everyday is overwhelming. It is just like another world and totally differs from home. I was very … Continue reading
Posted in Exploring Saigon
Tagged Bikes of Burden, Ho Chi Minh City, Saigon, Streets of Saigon, Vietnam
3 Comments
Disney Live in Ho Chi Minh City
Been envious of friends back home having all the great theater shows all year round. Even Hi-5 visit to Manila was something I was wishing we’d have here in in Saigon. I know the kids will love them. Then my … Continue reading
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