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Brandon surrounded by colourful lanterns in Hoi An

Vietnam Hoi An

Hoi An: 2-Day Itinerary

Two days in Hoi An: the old town, local food, tailoring, lanterns and a bit of beach time.

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the old quarter of hanoi

Vietnam Hanoi

Hanoi: 3-Day Itinerary

my perfect 3 FULL days in Hanoi - the absolute essentials for your first time. Quite packed so feel free to spread it out if you like it more chill! This itin does not account for travel time to and from Hanoi.

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Hi, I'm Brandon!

A Vietnamese-Australian currently split between Vietnam and Australia, digging deeper into my roots. In 2025, I walked away from a career in tech to go all-in on what I love: travel and storytelling. To me, traveling isn't just about the sights - it’s about uncovering the real stories, deep-rooted culture, and the authentic flavours that bring people together.

Brandon Nguyen