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9 Things to do in Ho Chi Minh City (Saigon) that are Actually Worth Your Time

9 Things to do in Ho Chi Minh City (Saigon) that are Actually Worth Your Time

Ho Chi Minh City (Saigon) is the sleek modern paradox to Hanoi’s ancient streets. With a population of eight million, the city is flooded with motorbike traffic—crossing the street isn’t for the faint of heart—and towering skyscrapers. While most of the main sights in District 1 are war-related, the city has an unmistakable vibe that will make it hard to leave and some of the best craft beer in Asia.

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Eight Places Not to Miss in Buenos Aires

Eight Places Not to Miss in Buenos Aires

Consider yourself warned: Buenos Aires is filled with European architecture and a Latin seductiveness that will tempt you to stay forever. Here are six reasons why you will never want to leave!

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Hi, I’m Anna — a vagabond writer and photographer with bylines in National Geographic, The Washington Post and AFAR. I’ve been traveling solo full-time for more than a decade and built this blog to help you (and your wallet) make the most of your adventures.

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