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5 Breweries to Check Out in Ho Chi Minh City

November 27, 2019March 3, 2024Asia, Beer & Breweries, Vietnam BigBody Leave a Comment

If there’s three things I need to survive on a desert island, it’s beer, meat, and cheese. I’m not a craft beer expert by any means, but I do drink a good amount of beer and try to make it a priority to visit as many breweries as possible wherever I am. Ho Chi Minh has no shortage of breweries, and honestly, it’s probably the best city I’ve ever lived in (or been) in Asia for beer. To this day, some of my absolute favorite beers are ones I tried (and drank regularly) at some of Saigon’s most popular breweries.

In this post, I’m going to walk you through 5 breweries in Ho Chi Minh I think are worth checking out. Not just for drinks and food, but the atmosphere as well. As you can tell from my website and blog’s name, I do prefer IPAs and pale ales, but still do make a concerted effort to try different types of beer. After all… Good beer is good beer.

Keep in mind that all of the below breweries generally have weekly events going on (ex. Beer tastings, happy hours, tours, etc…), so I recommend checking out their website or Facebook page for upcoming events and specials.

Do let me know your favorite breweries and beers to drink in Saigon below in the comments! I’d love to hear from you.

What I Spent Per Month in Taipei, Taiwan

November 18, 2019August 19, 2020Asia, Taiwan, Travel BigBody Leave a Comment

Curious about how much you can expect to spend per month in Taipei, Taiwan? Well, then this post is kind of for you. Sort of…

If you read the rest of the blog, then you’ll know that this is not a budget travel blog. While I do have some budgeting advice, and don’t mind saving a dollar here and there, I can be a bit careless with spending. Below is an expense breakdown of what I spent per month in Taipei, Taiwan, as a mid-twenties (single at point) male who enjoys his fair share of beers, BBQ, and baozi (包子).

How Much Does a Luxury Service Apartment Cost to Rent in Taipei, Taiwan?

November 18, 2019December 28, 2023Asia, Taiwan, Travel BigBody Leave a Comment

I lived in Taipei for several years and have mixed emotions about it. It was a time of stress, heartache, happiness, and growth. Ultimately, it was crucial for getting me to where I’m at now professionally and emotionally, so I will always be thankful for my time there. Anchoring me down and keeping me levelheaded was my apartment at Taipei W110 – a luxury service apartment based in the heart of Xinyi District and a stone’s throw away from Taipei 101 (the world’s tallest building from 2004 until 2010).

Taipei W110 was one of the best apartments I’ve ever lived in, so I thought I would help answer some common questions you might have about how much a luxury apartment in Taipei costs and what it comes with.

Capri By Fraser: a 4-Star Boutique Business Hotel in Phnom Penh

November 16, 2019May 15, 2024Asia, Cambodia, Travel BigBody Leave a Comment

If you’re looking for one of the best hotels in Phnom Penh to stay in for a short business trip, rooftop jacuzzis, and great view of the former ‘Pearl of Asia’, I recommend checking out the Capri By Fraser – formerly known as ‘Lumiere Hotel’.

Located in the heart of bustling Phnom Penh, the Capri By Fraser is a boutique business hotel for travelers looking for all Western amenities and luxuries in Cambodia. I stayed at Capri By Fraser for 8 nights when making a visa run from Vietnam, and couldn’t have been happier with my stay. It was a quiet refuge no more than stone’s throw away from the hustle and bustle of it all along the riverside.

Below, I’m going to break down some of my favorite things about the Capri By Fraser, and why I think it’s not only one of the best bang-for-your-buck business hotels, but one of the best hotels in Phnom Penh period.