For those of you that haven’t had the experience of traveling to Asia yet, you should definitely make it over to Vietnam at some point. Not only does it serve as our additional office location with our other awesome team members, but it’s a super amazing country to explore. I haven’t been there for a long time, but from what I remember, so many things made the trip worthwhile. I’m that much more grateful of where I come from, what my family’s done for me, and the importance of not taking anything for granted. This is my PSA to go and thank your parents right now. We don’t do it enough.
Anyways, onto my other points. Once you have successfully booked your ticket(s) take some time to see or do the following:
Eat what the locals eat. And don’t try just the phở…try the weird stuff too. Sometimes, they’re more delicious than attractive.
According to Buzzfeed, these are must-haves…20 Vietnamese Foods You Need to Try Now
Visit a temple. Giant Buddhas are so cool to see up close. Just don’t go climbing on top of one like a mountain.
Check out a beach. Unlike most of the beaches here in the U.S., it’s so pretty to see these cool mountains out of the water. The beaches aren’t always crowded with tourists either so it’s nice to have some sand to yourself.
Ride that moto. Almost like the Italians and their Vespas, this is the way to go!
Explore them street markets. Again, more food but a ton of other goodies as well. Pick up a souvenir if you can. My parents did (they came back from their trip this week) – check out this piece of art below. My dad keeps saying it’s by Picasso, but I know that’s not right. #lovemydad #hiswordsnotmine
There’s a ton more to do! Once you experience it, you won’t regret it.