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What about Vietnam - Traveller Insights

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Welcome to What About Vietnam - A Travel Podcast with Kerry Newsome. If you have ever thought about Vietnam as a holiday destination, but unsure, well, this may be just the eye-opener you need to help you decide you must go. A cross between "Trip advisor and a blog" minus the 300+ pages of reading, this podcast aims to give you insights into Vietnam from years of traveling to and from, and as a travel manager. My objective is to give you the information the guide books don't,.... in an easy to listen to, relatable format. Across this series, I will be your guide to "When and How" to travel throughout Vietnam. I will provide you with comprehensive information designed to make your trip fun, safe, and full of great adventures. You will hear from guest travellers about their experiences and the places they have visited. I interview locals, expats, travel experts and tour operators across the board. You never know who you are going to meet on the show, and that's what makes it interesting and entertaining. Check out full shows on the website - www.whataboutvietnam.comPlease SUBSCRIBE or FOLLOW; It's free and that way you get notified of new episodes. If you have an Iphone and use Itunes please - Rate and Review.Please share through my social pages;-FB - https://www.facebook.com/whataboutvietnam/IG - https://www.instagram.com/whataboutvietnampodcastLK - https://www.linkedin.com/company/what-about-vietnam/YT - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCavCC1--oE5rUhO_SlENmqw

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What About Vietnam - S2-13 - A special kind of retreat that focuses on Skin Wellness, Part 2

November 16, 2020 05:00 - 31 minutes - 21.7 MB

It's not often we consider our skin in the need of wellness, but as the largest organ of the body, it possibly should get more attention and nutrition than it does! Are you considering a trip to Vietnam? And would you like to include something as part of that visit, that is strictly addressing something very personal to you in the area of wellness? By discovering Vietnam, you also get to explore new ways to treat yourself and provide yourself wellness and self-healing.  You might call it t...

What About Vietnam - 2-13 - A special kind of retreat that focuses on Skin Wellness, Part 2

November 16, 2020 05:00 - 31 minutes - 21.7 MB

It's not often we consider our skin in the need of wellness, but as the largest organ of the body, it possibly should get more attention and nutrition than it does! Are you considering a trip to Vietnam? And would you like to include something as part of that visit, that is strictly addressing something very personal to you in the area of wellness? By discovering Vietnam, you also get to explore new ways to treat yourself and provide yourself wellness and self-healing.  You might call it t...

What About Vietnam - 2-12 - Health and Wellness Retreats - What to look for, Part 1

November 09, 2020 22:00 - 25 minutes - 17.5 MB

The transformation that comes from taking time out - Yoga, Meditation and Mindfulness retreats is our focus for this episode and I am talking with the lovely Emma Sothern as she talks about what to look for in a retreat in Vietnam. You possibly can't even leave your own country yet, but when you can, you may want to think about a reboot of wellness and healing in a lush, welcoming, delicious, culturally diverse country like Vietnam. But how do you research and plan ahead for this kind of tr...

What About Vietnam - S2-12 - Health and Wellness Retreats - What to look for, Part 1

November 09, 2020 22:00 - 25 minutes - 17.5 MB

The transformation that comes from taking time out - Yoga, Meditation and Mindfulness retreats is our focus for this episode and I am talking with the lovely Emma Sothern as she talks about what to look for in a retreat in Vietnam. You possibly can't even leave your own country yet, but when you can, you may want to think about a reboot of wellness and healing in a lush, welcoming, delicious, culturally diverse country like Vietnam. But how do you research and plan ahead for this kind of tr...

What About Vietnam -S2 - 11 - Greg Norman isn't the only one raving about Golf in Vietnam

October 16, 2020 01:00 - 50 minutes - 34.7 MB

Vietnam is well known for its magnificent natural beauty, culture, great food and tropical climate. However, it is fast becoming better known to golfers for its unrivaled golfing experiences and locations. Part of that is due to the promotional work of Greg Norman - Vietnam Tourism Ambassador. With Norman’s global presence, vast background in golf, business and experience designing and building some of the top resort golf courses in Vietnam and around the world, he was identified by the Vie...

What About Vietnam - 2 - 11 - Greg Norman isn't the only one raving about Golf in Vietnam

October 16, 2020 01:00 - 50 minutes - 34.7 MB

Vietnam is well known for its magnificent natural beauty, culture, great food and tropical climate. However, it is fast becoming better known to golfers for its unrivaled golfing experiences and locations. Part of that is due to the promotional work of Greg Norman - Vietnam Tourism Ambassador. With Norman’s global presence, vast background in golf, business and experience designing and building some of the top resort golf courses in Vietnam and around the world, he was identified by the Vie...

What About Vietnam -S2 - 11 - Greg Norman isn't the only one raving about Golf in Vietnam

October 16, 2020 01:00 - 50 minutes - 34.7 MB

Vietnam is well known for its magnificent natural beauty, culture, great food and tropical climate. However, it is fast becoming better known to golfers for its unrivaled golfing experiences and locations. Part of that is due to the promotional work of Greg Norman - Vietnam Tourism Ambassador. With Norman’s global presence, vast background in golf, business and experience designing and building some of the top resort golf courses in Vietnam and around the world, he was identified by the Vie...

What About Vietnam - 2 -10- Save money on your dental work & have a holiday at the same time

October 02, 2020 03:00 - 29 minutes - 20.4 MB

Today we explore the experience of dentistry in Vietnam with my lovely guest Kelley McCarthy. This episode will open your eyes to what you can save, and impress you with the whole end to end experience. Who would have thought, saving money on your dentistry could pave the way for a holiday in Vietnam! Stranger things have happened! Kelley has been visiting Vietnam for 15 years, and in the last 10 years she and her family have been having all their dentistry work done in HCMC for far less ...

What About Vietnam - Series 2 -10- Save money on your dental work & have a holiday at the same time

October 02, 2020 03:00 - 29 minutes - 20.4 MB

Today we explore the experience of dentistry in Vietnam with my lovely guest Kelley McCarthy. This episode will open your eyes to what you can save, and impress you with the whole end to end experience. Who would have thought, saving money on your dentistry could pave the way for a holiday in Vietnam! Stranger things have happened! Kelley has been visiting Vietnam for 15 years, and in the last 10 years she and her family have been having all their dentistry work done in HCMC for far less ...

What About Vietnam - Series 2 - 9 - Discover Phong Nha and the largest cave on the planet

September 22, 2020 06:00 - 38 minutes - 26.3 MB

Today we take a peek into one of the worlds most famous cave systems located in Phong Nha National Park. Characterized by mountains, tropical forests and underground rivers, it’s known for its ancient limestone karsts and vast network of caves including the world-famous Son Doong Cave, the largest Cave in the world. After talking with my guest today, I think you will be convinced there is a lot more than meets the eye about this place. A place you just have to experience to believe it. Pl...

What About Vietnam - Series 2 - Episode 8 - Vietnam - The perfect Wedding Destination

September 02, 2020 04:00 - 29 minutes - 20.6 MB

Inspired by love, this episode focuses on Vietnam as an idyllic wedding destination.  Despite Covid, brides and grooms are invited to hold out for their dream wedding and consider Vietnam in 2021 /22 as the perfect location. In this episode, I speak with Nadine Zeigeldorf, a wedding planner who elaborates on the kinds of things a wedding program can include to make the event incredibly special.   Imagine a beautiful sunset and beach wedding. Fabulous tasty food. Chilled long stem glasses ov...

What About Vietnam - Series 2 - 8 - Vietnam - The perfect Wedding Destination

September 02, 2020 04:00 - 29 minutes - 20.6 MB

Inspired by love, this episode focuses on Vietnam as an idyllic wedding destination.  Despite Covid, brides and grooms are invited to hold out for their dream wedding and consider Vietnam in 2021 /22 as the perfect location. In this episode, I speak with Nadine Zeigeldorf, a wedding planner who elaborates on the kinds of things a wedding program can include to make the event incredibly special.   Imagine a beautiful sunset and beach wedding. Fabulous tasty food. Chilled long stem glasses ov...

What About Vietnam - Series 2 - Episode 7 - "An Expats guide to the 10 must do things in Hoi An"

August 25, 2020 06:00 - 41 minutes - 28.7 MB

Hoi An hits your visitor radar! Again. You have limited time, and you want to know what are the best things to see and do in Hoi An? Who do you trust to give you the best advice? Give me a local anytime? I love to get the unfabricated, hidden gems, and the inside story from a local. A local Expat is even better, as most likely they have similar tastes, and  standards, maybe even expectations; and there isn't the language or translation barrier to overcome. Today's episode is a gift. I guara...

What About Vietnam - Series 2 - 7 - "10 Must Do Things" in Hoi An" - an Expats Guide

August 25, 2020 06:00 - 41 minutes - 28.7 MB

Hoi An hits your visitor radar! Again. You have limited time, and you want to know what are the best things to see and do in Hoi An? Who do you trust to give you the best advice? Give me a local anytime? I love to get the unfabricated, hidden gems, and the inside story from a local. A local Expat is even better, as most likely they have similar tastes, and  standards, maybe even expectations; and there isn't the language or translation barrier to overcome. Today's episode is a gift. I guara...

What About Vietnam - Series 2 - 7 - "An Expats guide to the "10 Must Do Things" in Hoi An"

August 25, 2020 06:00 - 41 minutes - 28.7 MB

Hoi An hits your visitor radar! Again. You have limited time, and you want to know what are the best things to see and do in Hoi An? Who do you trust to give you the best advice? Give me a local anytime? I love to get the unfabricated, hidden gems, and the inside story from a local. A local Expat is even better, as most likely they have similar tastes, and  standards, maybe even expectations; and there isn't the language or translation barrier to overcome. Today's episode is a gift. I guara...

What About Vietnam - Series 2 - Episode 7 - "An Expats guide to the "10 Must Do Things" in Hoi An"

August 25, 2020 06:00 - 41 minutes - 28.7 MB

Hoi An hits your visitor radar! Again. You have limited time, and you want to know what are the best things to see and do in Hoi An? Who do you trust to give you the best advice? Give me a local anytime? I love to get the unfabricated, hidden gems, and the inside story from a local. A local Expat is even better, as most likely they have similar tastes, and  standards, maybe even expectations; and there isn't the language or translation barrier to overcome. Today's episode is a gift. I guara...

What About Vietnam - Series 2 - 6- The TOP 5 travel photography locations in Vietnam

August 12, 2020 21:00 - 36 minutes - 25.1 MB

Who doesn't want to take great photos of their trip to Vietnam?? If you are keen to visit Vietnam, chances are you have already seen some amazing pictures. I know myself, the pictures had me inspired from the start. The scenery is often breathtaking, and the people are gorgeous. One of the things you will learn to love about your visit to Vietnam is that the people are super friendly, and very welcoming. However, taking photos of them is an art, and one my guest today will explain to us, as ...

What About Vietnam - Series 2/6 - The TOP 5 travel photography locations in Vietnam

August 12, 2020 21:00 - 36 minutes - 25.1 MB

Who doesn't want to take great photos of their trip to Vietnam?? If you are keen to visit Vietnam, chances are you have already seen some amazing pictures. I know myself, the pictures had me inspired from the start. The scenery is often breathtaking, and the people are gorgeous. One of the things you will learn to love about your visit to Vietnam is that the people are super friendly, and very welcoming. However, taking photos of them is an art, and one my guest today will explain to us, as ...

What About Vietnam - Series 2 - Episode 6- The TOP 5 travel photography locations in Vietnam

August 12, 2020 21:00 - 36 minutes - 25.1 MB

Who doesn't want to take great photos of their trip to Vietnam?? If you are keen to visit Vietnam, chances are you have already seen some amazing pictures. I know myself, the pictures had me inspired from the start. The scenery is often breathtaking, and the people are gorgeous. One of the things you will learn to love about your visit to Vietnam is that the people are super friendly, and very welcoming. However, taking photos of them is an art, and one my guest today will explain to us, as ...

What About Vietnam - Series 2 - Episode 5 - Explore Mau Chau and its threaded history in textiles

July 30, 2020 06:00 - 23 minutes - 16.3 MB

Today we delve a little deeper into the cultural side of Vietnam as we traverse an area where many of the minority groups still live, as they have done for many hundreds of years.  Our program today takes us to a place called Mau Chau, Located in the Hoa Binh Province, about 135 Kms or 3 hours drive from Hanoi.  We get to explore this rustic location with my guest traveler Cynthia Mann who managed to complete a trip there recently when the Covid-19 Lockdowns were suspended and travel was o...

What About Vietnam - Series 2 - 5 - Explore Mai Chau and its threaded history in textiles

July 30, 2020 06:00 - 23 minutes - 16.3 MB

Today we delve a little deeper into the cultural side of Vietnam as we traverse an area where many of the minority groups still live, as they have done for many hundreds of years.  Our program today takes us to a place called Mai Chau, Located in the Hoa Binh Province, about 135 Kms or 3 hours drive from Hanoi.  We get to explore this rustic location with my guest traveler Cynthia Mann who managed to complete a trip there recently when the Covid-19 Lockdowns were suspended and travel was o...

What About Vietnam - Series 2 - 5 - Explore Mai Chau and its threaded history in textiles

July 30, 2020 06:00 - 23 minutes - 16.3 MB

Today we delve a little deeper into the cultural side of Vietnam as we traverse an area where many of the minority groups still live, as they have done for many hundreds of years.  Our program today takes us to a place called Mai Chau, Located in the Hoa Binh Province, about 135 Kms or 3 hours drive from Hanoi.  We get to explore this rustic location with my guest traveler Cynthia Mann who managed to complete a trip there recently when the Covid-19 Lockdowns were suspended and travel was o...

What About Vietnam - Series 2/5 - Explore Mau Chau and its threaded history in textiles

July 30, 2020 06:00 - 23 minutes - 16.3 MB

Today we delve a little deeper into the cultural side of Vietnam as we traverse an area where many of the minority groups still live, as they have done for many hundreds of years.  Our program today takes us to a place called Mau Chau, Located in the Hoa Binh Province, about 135 Kms or 3 hours drive from Hanoi.  We get to explore this rustic location with my guest traveler Cynthia Mann who managed to complete a trip there recently when the Covid-19 Lockdowns were suspended and travel was o...

What About Vietnam - Series 2 - 5 - Explore Mau Chau and its threaded history in textiles

July 30, 2020 06:00 - 23 minutes - 16.3 MB

Today we delve a little deeper into the cultural side of Vietnam as we traverse an area where many of the minority groups still live, as they have done for many hundreds of years.  Our program today takes us to a place called Mau Chau, Located in the Hoa Binh Province, about 135 Kms or 3 hours drive from Hanoi.  We get to explore this rustic location with my guest traveler Cynthia Mann who managed to complete a trip there recently when the Covid-19 Lockdowns were suspended and travel was o...

What About Vietnam - Series 2 - Episode 4 - Tam Ky and Tam Thanh Beach - Not on the regular Tourist Track YET!

July 15, 2020 02:00 - 23 minutes - 16.1 MB

Vietnam has so much to offer the tourist. You have all heard this said before! However, not all of its lively cities, or tranquil beaches, are played out in mainstream media or travel guides. Tam Ky is the capital of Quang Nam ( The same province Hoi An is located in) and Tam Thanh Beach are two of those places the tourist's HAVEN'T overrun or for that matter know much about. Meet Sander Seymour, my guest, today on the program. A fun American guy who came to Vietnam over 4 years ago, and t...

What About Vietnam - Series 2/4 - Tam Ky and Tam Thanh Beach - Not on the regular Tourist Track YET!

July 15, 2020 02:00 - 23 minutes - 16.1 MB

Vietnam has so much to offer the tourist. You have all heard this said before! However, not all of its lively cities, or tranquil beaches, are played out in mainstream media or travel guides. Tam Ky is the capital of Quang Nam ( The same province Hoi An is located in) and Tam Thanh Beach are two of those places the tourist's HAVEN'T overrun or for that matter know much about. Meet Sander Seymour, my guest, today on the program. A fun American guy who came to Vietnam over 4 years ago, and t...

What About Vietnam - Series 2 - 4 - Tam Ky and Tam Thanh Beach - Not on the regular Tourist Track YET!

July 15, 2020 02:00 - 23 minutes - 16.1 MB

Vietnam has so much to offer the tourist. You have all heard this said before! However, not all of its lively cities, or tranquil beaches, are played out in mainstream media or travel guides. Tam Ky is the capital of Quang Nam ( The same province Hoi An is located in) and Tam Thanh Beach are two of those places the tourist's HAVEN'T overrun or for that matter know much about. Meet Sander Seymour, my guest, today on the program. A fun American guy who came to Vietnam over 4 years ago, and t...

What About Vietnam - Series 2 - 3 - Is Vietnam Family Friendly?

July 06, 2020 05:00 - 15 minutes - 11 MB

Is Vietnam family-friendly? The answer is a resounding YES. Our guest today, Suzie Slingsby shares with us her tips from the many trips she has done to Vietnam with her husband and daughter Bella, who is now 8 years old. If you are thinking about Vietnam, but not sure if the kids will enjoy it and have plenty to do that's fun and affordable? Then you are going to love this episode. In my chat with Suzie we cover off some of those most asked questions:- Is it safe? Is it expensive? Is it cul...

What About Vietnam - Series 2 - 3 - Is Vietnam a Family Friendly destination?

July 06, 2020 05:00 - 15 minutes - 10.9 MB

Is Vietnam family-friendly? The answer is a resounding YES. Our guest today, Suzie Slingsby shares with us her tips from the many trips she has done to Vietnam with her husband and daughter Bella, who is now 8 years old. If you are thinking about Vietnam, but not sure if the kids will enjoy it and have plenty to do that's fun and affordable? Then you are going to love this episode. In my chat with Suzie we cover off some of those most asked questions:- Is it safe? Is it expensive? Is it cul...

What About Vietnam - Series 2 - Episode 3 - Is Vietnam a Family Friendly destination?

July 06, 2020 05:00 - 15 minutes - 10.9 MB

Is Vietnam family-friendly? The answer is a resounding YES. Our guest today, Suzie Slingsby shares with us her tips from the many trips she has done to Vietnam with her husband and daughter Bella, who is now 8 years old. If you are thinking about Vietnam, but not sure if the kids will enjoy it and have plenty to do that's fun and affordable? Then you are going to love this episode. In my chat with Suzie we cover off some of those most asked questions:- Is it safe? Is it expensive? Is it cul...

What About Vietnam - Series 2/3 - Is Vietnam a Family Friendly destination?

July 06, 2020 05:00 - 15 minutes - 10.9 MB

Is Vietnam family-friendly? The answer is a resounding YES. Our guest today, Suzie Slingsby shares with us her tips from the many trips she has done to Vietnam with her husband and daughter Bella, who is now 8 years old. If you are thinking about Vietnam, but not sure if the kids will enjoy it and have plenty to do that's fun and affordable? Then you are going to love this episode. In my chat with Suzie we cover off some of those most asked questions:- Is it safe? Is it expensive? Is it cul...

What About Vietnam - Series 2 - 2 - Shopping Vietnam | Tailoring | Designer | Sustainable

June 23, 2020 05:00 - 29 minutes - 20.5 MB

You don't know what shopping in Vietnam is all about until you have shopped with our guest on the show today, Judith Treanor from https://templesandmarkets.com.au/ Our show today is for anyone who has ever thought Vietnam was just about cheap "copy" handbags, sweaty markets, tailoring and knock offs! ...You are in for a shock! Be ready to embrace everything from "wearable happiness to sustainable products that will save the earth and set tails wagging when you get home. As a regular visito...

What About Vietnam - Series 2 - 2 - Shopping Vietnam | Tailoring | Designer | Sustainable

June 23, 2020 05:00 - 29 minutes - 20.5 MB

You don't know what shopping in Vietnam is all about until you have shopped with our guest on the show today, Judith Treanor from https://templesandmarkets.com.au/ Our show today is for anyone who has ever thought Vietnam was just about cheap "copy" handbags, sweaty markets, tailoring and knock offs! ...You are in for a shock! Be ready to embrace everything from "wearable happiness to sustainable products that will save the earth and set tails wagging when you get home. As a regular visito...

What About Vietnam - Series 2 - Episode 2 - Shopping Vietnam | Tailoring | Designer | Sustainable

June 23, 2020 05:00 - 29 minutes - 20.5 MB

You don't know what shopping in Vietnam is all about until you have shopped with our guest on the show today, Judith Treanor from https://templesandmarkets.com.au/ Our show today is for anyone who has ever thought Vietnam was just about cheap "copy" handbags, sweaty markets, tailoring and knock offs! ...You are in for a shock! Be ready to embrace everything from "wearable happiness to sustainable products that will save the earth and set tails wagging when you get home. As a regular visito...

What About Vietnam - Series 2 / 2 - Shopping Vietnam | Tailoring | Designer | Sustainable

June 23, 2020 05:00 - 29 minutes - 20.5 MB

You don't know what shopping in Vietnam is all about until you have shopped with our guest on the show today, Judith Treanor from https://templesandmarkets.com.au/ Our show today is for anyone who has ever thought Vietnam was just about cheap "copy" handbags, sweaty markets, tailoring and knock offs! ...You are in for a shock! Be ready to embrace everything from "wearable happiness to sustainable products that will save the earth and set tails wagging when you get home. As a regular visito...

What About Vietnam - Series 2 - Episode 1 - Hoi An - Taking a step back in time

June 19, 2020 23:00 - 10 minutes - 7.57 MB

Welcome to "The Traveller experience series". Today we feature the city Hoi An and take a step back in time talking about the history of this famous city with Paul Simpson, my guest. Hoi An, is a very popular and famous Old Town. It will almost always feature in any tour you are looking at doing. If it doesn’t, it should!   As a Unesco World Heritage site, it’s charm stems from its many lanterns, its pretty river and wooden shop houses. In its heyday it was a major trading port; Hear Paul re...

What About Vietnam - Traveller Experiences - Series 2 - Episode 1 - Hoi An - Taking a step back in time

June 19, 2020 23:00 - 10 minutes - 7.57 MB

Welcome to "The Traveller experience series". Today we feature the city Hoi An and take a step back in time talking about the history of this famous city with Paul Simpson, my guest. Hoi An, is a very popular and famous Old Town. It will almost always feature in any tour you are looking at doing. If it doesn’t, it should!   As a Unesco World Heritage site, it’s charm stems from its many lanterns, its pretty river and wooden shop houses. In its heyday it was a major trading port; Hear Paul re...

What About Vietnam - Series 2 -1 - Hoi An - Taking a step back in time

June 19, 2020 23:00 - 10 minutes - 7.57 MB

Welcome to "The Traveller experience series". Today we feature the city Hoi An and take a step back in time talking about the history of this famous city with Paul Simpson, my guest. Hoi An, is a very popular and famous Old Town. It will almost always feature in any tour you are looking at doing. If it doesn’t, it should!   As a Unesco World Heritage site, it’s charm stems from its many lanterns, its pretty river and wooden shop houses. In its heyday it was a major trading port; Hear Paul re...

What About Vietnam - Series 1 - Episode 6 - The culture and Visa Process Mid Covid19 -2020

June 02, 2020 03:00 - 16 minutes - 11.4 MB

In this episode, I’d like to give you some general background to the country you will be visiting, from a cultural and historical standpoint. What to expect when you arrive! For most of us, it resembles - Organised chaos! Heat, smells and officialdom. Cities where there are more bikes than cars. What is the Visa process amid Covid19, and what are the things you need to watch out for? Do you need a Visa? The answer is most likely….YES...But..as you would expect it's not always that straightf...

What About Vietnam - Series 1 - 6 - The culture and Visa Process Mid Covid19 -2020

June 02, 2020 03:00 - 16 minutes - 11.4 MB

In this episode, I’d like to give you some general background to the country you will be visiting, from a cultural and historical standpoint. What to expect when you arrive! For most of us, it resembles - Organised chaos! Heat, smells and officialdom. Cities where there are more bikes than cars. What is the Visa process amid Covid19, and what are the things you need to watch out for? Do you need a Visa? The answer is most likely….YES...But..as you would expect it's not always that straightf...

What About Vietnam - Series 1 - 5 - What are the best forms of accommodation in Vietnam?

May 25, 2020 01:00 - 22 minutes - 15.8 MB

Accommodation - The best place to rest your head. Amongst other things? Your trip planning is going well and you have your preferred dates and locations in mind of where you want to go - It's time to book accommodation. This is the exciting part of trip planning because if you are like me, this is when you really feel like "THIS IS REALLY GOING TO HAPPEN". I'm going! Listen up to my 5 golden rules - to ensure you get the type of stay, and value for money you are always hearing about in Vietn...

What About Vietnam - Series 1 - Episode 5 - How to get the "best value for money" accommodation

May 25, 2020 01:00 - 22 minutes - 15.7 MB

Accommodation - The best place to rest your head. Amongst other things? Your trip planning is going well and you have your preferred dates and locations in mind of where you want to go - It's time to book accommodation. This is the exciting part of trip planning because if you are like me, this is when you really feel like "THIS IS REALLY GOING TO HAPPEN". I'm going! Listen up to my 5 golden rules - to ensure you get the type of stay, and value for money you are always hearing about in Vietn...

What About Vietnam - Series 1 - Episode 4 - Money Matters

May 14, 2020 05:00 - 17 minutes - 12.2 MB

Welcome to What About Vietnam - Series 1 - Episode 4 - Money Matters Money; A fairly Important ingredient for any holiday!  So what does your Dong buy you in Vietnam? Is there a way to manage money so you don't feel like you are getting ripped off? Yes, there is. #Tipping, what's the protocol? And do you need a Sim Card? Let's get your head around money and exchange rates before you go, so you can budget for your trip and not worry as you go around. Let me talk about the spending power of Do...

What About Vietnam - Series 1 - 4 - What can your money buy you in Vietnam?

May 14, 2020 05:00 - 17 minutes - 12.2 MB

Welcome to What About Vietnam - Series 1 - Episode 4 - Money Matters Money; A fairly Important ingredient for any holiday!  So what does your Dong buy you in Vietnam? Is there a way to manage money so you don't feel like you are getting ripped off? Yes, there is. #Tipping, what's the protocol? And do you need a Sim Card? Let's get your head around money and exchange rates before you go, so you can budget for your trip and not worry as you go around. Let me talk about the spending power of Do...

What About Vietnam - Series 1 - Episode 2 - When to go!

May 13, 2020 01:00 - 14 minutes - 9.85 MB

Welcome to What About Vietnam - Today we take you one step closer to getting you on your plane to Vietnam all set for a fantastic holiday. Today we discuss the “when” to go? This is probably one of the most common questions I get asked as a travel blogger. The reason being is….. “its important”.  Its where you move into that commitment phase and by plotting dates you feel like "this is really going to happen. But have you got it right? In the case of Vietnam, the timing of your trip is c...

What About Vietnam - Series 1 - Episode 3 - How should you travel?

May 13, 2020 01:00 - 18 minutes - 13 MB

Welcome to What About Vietnam - Series 1 - Episode 3 - "How should you travel to Vietnam?" This might sound like a crazy question, however as the world offers us many choices as in,:- Should you travel - As part of a tour; As an individual through a travel agent or do it all yourself online and commit to everything before you arrive? Or do you just book your flight and do everything off the cuff when you get there through Tour desks and local guides? Do you bring your family? Is it safe to...

What About Vietnam - Series 1 - 2 - When is the best time of year to Vietnam?

May 13, 2020 01:00 - 14 minutes - 9.86 MB

Welcome to What About Vietnam - Today we take you one step closer to getting you on your plane to Vietnam all set for a fantastic holiday. Today we discuss the “when” to go? This is probably one of the most common questions I get asked as a travel blogger. The reason being is….. “its important”.  Its where you move into that commitment phase and by plotting dates you feel like "this is really going to happen. But have you got it right? In the case of Vietnam, the timing of your trip is c...

What About Vietnam - Series 1 - 2 - When is the best time of year to travel to Vietnam?

May 13, 2020 01:00 - 14 minutes - 9.87 MB

Welcome to What About Vietnam - Today we take you one step closer to getting you on your plane to Vietnam all set for a fantastic holiday. Today we discuss the “when” to go? This is probably one of the most common questions I get asked as a travel blogger. The reason being is….. “its important”.  Its where you move into that commitment phase and by plotting dates you feel like "this is really going to happen. But have you got it right? In the case of Vietnam, the timing of your trip is c...

What About Vietnam - Series 1 - 3 - How should you travel within Vietnam?

May 13, 2020 01:00 - 18 minutes - 13 MB

Welcome to What About Vietnam - Series 1 - Episode 3 - "How should you travel to Vietnam?" This might sound like a crazy question, however as the world offers us many choices as in,:- Should you travel - As part of a tour; As an individual through a travel agent or do it all yourself online and commit to everything before you arrive? Or do you just book your flight and do everything off the cuff when you get there through Tour desks and local guides? Do you bring your family? Is it safe to...

What About Vietnam - Series 1- 1 - Vietnam Travel planning

May 11, 2020 05:00 - 27 minutes - 18.8 MB

Hello and welcome to your starter guide and an eye-opener to Vietnam. I am truly excited to be bringing you this series.  In this session, I talk about Food, The People and Experiences on Water, what's in store for History buffs,  Adventure seekers, and Luxury travellers. They say that the best way to understand a country is through their food. Boy, are you in for a treat. I’d like to share with you my experiences with the people and what you can expect from their hospitality. What kind of...

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