Travel notes, food finds, and everyday stories.
I noticed them on my first solo trip to Bangkok in 2024, before I knew what they were. Small, ornate houses standing outside hotels, offices, shops, homes. Bright colors, pointed roofs, sometimes elevated on a single pillar, sometimes on several. Someone was clearly tending to them. Fresh flowers. Little plates of food. What looked...
When a place survives trends, tourism waves, and polished beach clubs, it usually means it understands something deeper than aesthetics. La Plage does not shout for attention. It waits. Set right on An Bang Beach, this long-standing, French-owned restaurant feels like a quiet refusal to rush. It was one of the original beachfront spots...
It was a warm afternoon when we arrived in Hoi An—a perfect time to wander through the Ancient Town, explore the iconic Japanese Covered Bridge, Tan Ky ancestral house, and Phuc Kien Assembly Hall. By night, we had planned to catch the colorful lights dancing on the boats along the Hoai River. But the...
Landing in Da Nang, our first mission was clear: find an unforgettable dinner. Since our niece Jen was our local guide, we let her choose—and she picked Gáo Grill & Beer. This lively spot, with outdoor seating right in the city center, was buzzing even as closing time approached. The menu was slightly limited...