What About Vietnam– S5- E20 – Saigon Unseen: The Sights You Didn’t Know You Were Missing
If you have the chance to spend a little extra time in Saigon (aka Ho Chi Minh City), you're in for far more than just the usual sightseeing—it’s a whole new adventure!
Join me In this lively episode, as I chat with Matt Cowan, an expat of 15 years, travel aficionado, and fellow podcaster, as we uncover the hidden gems that only reveal themselves to those willing to go off the beaten path.Saigon is a city of contrasts, and we recorded this episode in one of its iconic French restaurants, The Refinery. Amidst laughs and our Aussie kinship, Matt shares what casual visitors often miss: the charm of historical cafes, the character of local bars, and the richness of local districts. Beyond the motorbikes and bustling streets lies a city with a unique rhythm and soul.
Join us for a humorous and insightful journey that shows Saigon is more than a stopover—it’s a city worth savoring.
Please enjoy some of the topics we managed to cover during the show.
00:07:03 - Exploring Saigon's Hidden Gems
00:12:47 - Nightlife and Expat Hangouts
00:14:06 - Saigon's Evolution and Modernization
00:18:10 - French Colonial Influence in Modern Cafes and Bars
00:20:05 - Exploring Historic Apartment Buildings
00:25:28 - The Opera House
00:27:47 - Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tours
00:31:04 - Exploring Japantown and Chinatown
00:40:04 - Motorbike Tours in Saigon
00:41:08 - Historic Dining Locations
00:45:06 - Best Time to Visit Saigon
Links as mentioned for you to explore further:-Continental Hotel video (The Bureau Asia YouTube Channel)
https://youtu.be/YBqwIGvOuXw?si=lYVTgbhtjT5kRTR_
Cho Lon Self-Guided Walk
https://thebureauasia.substack.com/p/cho-lon-self-guided-morning-walk
The best places to EAT, PLAY, LOVE in HCMC in 2024 - 25 Things to Do in HCMC video
https://thebureauasia.com/2024/03/30/the-best-places-to-eat-play-love-in-ho-chi-minh-city-in-2024/
Then & Now - Saigon 20 Years On (The Bureau Asia Podcast)
https://podcasts.apple.com/vn/podcast/then-now-saigon-20-years-on/id1478396971?i=1000656875461
The Bureau Asia Facebook Group
https://www.facebook.com/groups/the
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What about Vietnam - Traveller Insights
Welcome to What About Vietnam - A Travel Podcast with Kerry Newsome. If you have ever thought about Vietnam as a holiday destination, but unsure, well, this may be just the eye-opener you need to help you decide you must go. A cross between "Trip advisor and a blog" minus the 300+ pages of reading, this podcast aims to give you insights into Vietnam from years of traveling to and from, and as a travel manager. My objective is to give you the information the guide books don't,.... in an easy to listen to, relatable format. Across this series, I will be your guide to "When and How" to travel throughout Vietnam. I will provide you with comprehensive information designed to make your trip fun, safe, and full of great adventures. You will hear from guest travellers about their experiences and the places they have visited. I interview locals, expats, travel experts and tour operators across the board. You never know who you are going to meet on the show, and that's what makes it interesting and entertaining. Check out full shows on the website - www.whataboutvietnam.comPlease SUBSCRIBE or FOLLOW; It's free and that way you get notified of new episodes. If you have an Iphone and use Itunes please - Rate and Review.Please share through my social pages;-FB - https://www.facebook.com/whataboutvietnam/IG - https://www.instagram.com/whataboutvietnampodcastLK - https://www.linkedin.com/company/what-about-vietnam/YT - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCavCC1--oE5rUhO_SlENmqw
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