Vietnam to Cambodia by Boat
An express boat service from Châu Đốc, in Vietnam’s Mekong Delta, across the international border to Phnom Penh, the Cambodian capital…
Seafood Treats in Phan Thiet
A bustling fishing community, Phan Thiet is home to a vibrant streetside seafood scene…
Salt Coffee: Cà Phê Muối
The story of a unique drink created in a local cafe in Hue that went from being a secret recipe to a nationwide success…
Victoria Chau Doc Hotel | Independent Review
A colonial-themed hotel on the banks of the Mekong River near one of the region’s most culturally diverse towns…
A Year of Contributing Writers
To celebrate 12 months of publishing content by other writers on Vietnam Coracle, I look back at what they’ve produced so far…
Cà Phê Võng: Ode to Hammock Cafes
Places to rest, drink, sleep, eat & take shelter when on the road, hammock cafes are a valuable resource for long-distance travellers in Vietnam…
Son Homestay on the Western Ho Chi Minh Road
A community-based project offering rustic yet cosy accommodation in a minority village on a great riding road…
Tuyen Quang Magic ‘8’ Loop | Motorbike Guide
A figure-of-eight loop on back-roads through quintessential northern landscapes not far from Hanoi…
Year of the Cat: Q&A with the Coracle Team
To celebrate the Lunar New Year, I put several questions to all members of the Vietnam Coracle team to find out their thoughts about Vietnam in the Year of the Cat…
Timothe Beach Apartments | Independent Review
On a secluded, sweeping bay on the south-central coast, Timothe Beach Apartments is a tropical paradise at affordable, mid-range prices…
Last Emperors: Nguyen Dynasty Sites in Hue
Vietnam’s last imperial line left behind a rich legacy of cultural attractions in and around the former royal capital of Huế…
Edible Flowers in Vietnamese Cuisine
Vietnamese cuisine utilizes edible flowers in myriad ways. Flowers are healthy and aromatic, adding colour, flavour and texture to many dishes…
Quy Nhon Food Guide
An up-and-coming beach city on the south-central coast, Quy Nhon has a vibrant dining scene, featuring fresh seafood & a host of local specialities…
Fresh Herbs & Spices in Vietnamese Food
A gardener & home cook walks you through the most commonly used fresh herbs & spices that are fundamental to Vietnamese cuisine & culture…
Drinking & Nightlife in Hue
Artisanal breweries, local beer restaurants, dive bars for resident artists, chic cocktail lounges for posers & budget hangouts for backpackers…
Bancông Cafe | Hanoi
A heritage building in the capital’s Old Quarter houses a nostalgic coffee shop, keeping the city’s younger generation in touch with its past…
Dam Tre Bay | Con Son Island
Turquoise water & abundant coral rimmed by forested hills & dramatic cliffs, Đầm Tre is one of Vietnam’s most pristine, remote & utterly magical bays…
Hue Food Guide
Explore the famous ‘royal cuisine’ of Vietnam’s former imperial capital with this extensive Huế food guide, featuring 16 Huế dishes & dozens of specific location recommendations…
11 Fresh Markets in Saigon (Ho Chi Minh City)
Local markets exist in another dimension to the rest of the city. Vibrant, bustling, fresh & organized, there’s magic in these markets…