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Craft Beer Pub Crawl Saigon

December 3, 2019February 19, 2025Asia, Beer & Breweries, Destinations, Vietnam BigBody Leave a Comment

I thought this would be a relevant article as I had several buddies visit Saigon (Ho Chi Minh City) wanting to do a craft beer pub crawl. So, I’ve been on several self-guided craft beer tours and pub crawls in Saigon and decided to compile some insights. The great thing about District 1 in Saigon is that a majority of the best craft beer bars, pubs, and breweries are all concentrated within walking distance of one another, making for a great pub crawl atmosphere and route.

The below craft beer bars can be “crawled” in any order, however, I’m structuring this guide to well…help give you some structure, as it might be lacking after several of Saigon’s best beers. Plus, Vietnam’s craft beer scene is absolutely huge and growing, so it can be overwhelming to navigate Yelp, TripAdvisor, and other review platforms.

Oh, and Vietnam’s coffee scene isn’t too bad either (it’s incredible).

Consider this your ultimate Saigon craft beer tour guide! Let’s get started. Keep in mind that the following craft beer bars, breweries, and haunts are located within District 1. And, I’ve omitted several great breweries and bars in District 1 due to the fact that they don’t exactly jive with a short, concentrated route.

4 of My Favorite Saigon BBQ Restaurants

November 30, 2019February 19, 2025Asia, Destinations, Food, Vietnam BigBody Leave a Comment

BBQ and beer are probably my two favorite things ever. Well, cheese is also up there in my food power rankings. After moving to Saigon, you can bet your bottom dollar I made sure to explore as many Saigon BBQ restaurants as I could.

This list is going to be a mix of Asian and Western BBQ restaurants, because after all, they are both incredible and worth writing about. BBQ restaurants in Saigon also happen to be absolutely everywhere, so you’ll never be scrambling to find great ribs, goat, or meats in general.

Important Note: I had actually included TnT BBQ in the original list, but I’ve come to find out they closed September 30th. You can still find most of their BBQ over at Malt South (according to their Facebook).

Now, let’s get started with the best BBQ restaurants in Ho Chi Minh!

The 5 Best Brunch Spots in Saigon

November 28, 2019February 19, 2025Asia, Destinations, Food, Vietnam BigBody Leave a Comment

Ahh brunch. A term that elicits memories of rounding up your house fully of mid-twenty somethings after a big Saturday night out, boozy brunches, and the best damn avocado toast you’ve ever had. I can’t think of many better cities than Saigon for not only great tasting and high quality brunches, but an affordable ones as well. Buckle in.

In this article, I’m walking you several of the best brunch spots in Saigon. But first, for the Vietnamese readers, what’s the meaning of brunch? Brunch là gì?

5 Breweries to Check Out in Ho Chi Minh City

November 27, 2019February 19, 2025Asia, Beer & Breweries, Destinations, 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, 2019February 19, 2025Asia, Destinations, 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, 2019February 19, 2025Asia, Destinations, 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, 2019February 19, 2025Asia, Cambodia, Destinations, 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.