Vietnam – Travelling kennedy May

Hanoi

Hanoi is a colder city, you see residents walking around in coats, jumpers and jeans (when to be honest, it wasn’t even cold, just cooler than the rest of Vietnam as it is in the North. Maybe 22 degrees). I’m not sure if it’s all year round, I know it will get warmer, but inContinue reading “Hanoi”

Huc Bridge – Hanoi

Whilst in Hanoi we visited the famous Huc Bridge which is set on the beautiful Hoán Kien Lake. It’s a small red footbridge which takes you from the main pavement to Jade Island where the Jade Temple is. This lake and bridge is especially pretty when lit up in the evenings or around sunset. IfContinue reading “Huc Bridge – Hanoi”

Halong Bay

Who could travel to Hanoi or even any part of Northern Vietnam and not indulge themselves in Halong Bay? The natural stone islands were the perfect to film Kong: Skull Island but it’s also the perfect place for anyone who wants to take time out and enjoy a gift from Mother Nature. I ventured outContinue reading “Halong Bay”

My Tailor Made PJ’s

Hoi An is very well known for its tailoring services. The people of Hoi An can make any item of clothing or shoes, made to fit you and only you, in just a couple of days. I took advantage of this and had some PJs made. I had seen some silky ones online I likedContinue reading “My Tailor Made PJ’s”

The Lanterns of Hoi An

Lanterns. They light up Hoi An at night, make it picturesque and is a large part of the city’s history. When wandering around the little streets of the Old Town you’ll never be short of a view of hanging lanterns above. Bright, beautiful colours and hand painted patterns beam out light to the streets. I wasContinue reading “The Lanterns of Hoi An”

Hoi An Photography Tour

Whilst in Hoi An, we were fortunate enough to be part of a photography tour which took us inside the houses of local Vietnamese people, through their ancient fish markets and through their community again, this is another experience I’ll never forget. I took some amazing photos (for the amateur photographer that I am) andContinue reading “Hoi An Photography Tour”

Farm, Fishing and Cooking like a Local Trip – Hoi An

This was an amazing day, I learnt so much about how the local people live. Humbled by how happy they are with what little they have, It makes me grateful for being able to have so much in my life. I took this trip with my friend Jeannie. The day began by being picked up byContinue reading “Farm, Fishing and Cooking like a Local Trip – Hoi An”

5 Days in Hoi An – Vietnam

Hoi An is a small, well preserved ancient city on the central coast of Vietnam. I felt like I was stepping back in time when I walked through the town, lanterns everywhere, small shops, and lovely locals. This little city is my favourite place in Vietnam. As there are so many different reasons for falling inContinue reading “5 Days in Hoi An – Vietnam”