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🕌 The Ultimate Guide to Halal Food in Ho Chi Minh City (Saigon)
Food & Culture
May 07, 2026 | 5 min read

🕌 The Ultimate Guide to Halal Food in Ho Chi Minh City (Saigon)

Ho Chi Minh City (formerly Saigon) has grown into one of Vietnam’s top destinations for halal food—catering to Muslim tourists, expats, and culinary explorers alike. With an increasing number of halal-certified restaurants, prayer facilities, and Muslim-friendly hotels, the city offers a friendly, flavorful journey for halal travelers.

Set Sail Through the Legendary Bay of Dragons on a Halong Bay Cruise
Travel Guides
May 07, 2026 | 5 min read

Set Sail Through the Legendary Bay of Dragons on a Halong Bay Cruise

Halong Bay is the sparkling emerald in the crown of Vietnam’s tourism. If you’ve ever cruised through this world-famous bay, you’ll understand why it’s one of the country’s top attractions. Just a two-hour drive from Hanoi, it’s a perfect escape from the bustling capital. Spanning 1,553 km² along 120 km of coastline and dotted with thousands of limestone islets, the bay offers endless opportunities for exploration.

The evolution of Vietnamese pho
Food & Culture
May 07, 2026 | 5 min read

The evolution of Vietnamese pho

The story of phở traces back to the late 19th century, during the height of French colonial rule. The French appetite for beef led to increased availability of the meat in Vietnam, leaving behind an abundance of beef bones