Thờ Mẫu: Vietnam’s Worship of Mother Goddess of Three Realms recognized by UNESCO World Heritage in
As a kid in Saigon I remember my grandmother taking me to watch Lên Đồng, or Spirit Possession Rituals, in the evenings after dinner has...
On a mission to visit Ophanages in Vietnam
I knew in my heart that my first trip back to Vietnam will not simply be a touristy trip. I wanted to make a difference and to help those...
Bánh Mì Sandwich in Vietnam
Upon waking up on my first morning in Vietnam, I dreamed of having a Banh Mi sandwich. And there it was…on the menu at the hotel’s...
My first trip back to Saigon and it feels like home.
What can I say, I love living in America and never thought traveling to another country would ever feel like home. Yet for the first time...
My upcoming trip to Vietnam since 1984
I am excited to be visiting my place of birth for the first time since 1984. I did not want my first trip to be just another touristy...
Do we eat Dogs in Vietnam?
I was at a New Year’s Day party yesterday and mentioned I’ll be traveling to Vietnam soon. Once again, I was asked if Vietnamese folks...
Ha Long Bay Cruise Ship what a vision!
I’m planning my upcoming trip back to Vietnam to work at an orphanage as well as tour the country. I haven’t been back since my family...
