Writing connects us directly to the cultural heritage of a country and its people since speaking, writing and reading are integral to everyday life. Inside the Museum of Folk Culture in you can take a Vietnamese Calligraphy Class in Hoi An.

The TUI BLUE Nam Hoi An Resort is not actually in Hoi An, despite the name, it's much closer to Tam Kỳ. This resort is not the choice when you want to explore Hoi An. However it is a great choice to spend a few days relaxing, surrounded mostly by quiet nature.

Tam Thanh is a fishing village close to Tam Kỳ, covered in over 100 colourful streetart murals and art installations. Most of the art in the village was painted in 2016 by Korean volunteers and locals of the Quang Nam Province.

Hoi An is one of the first cities you will see when you are looking for a destination in Vietnam. The yellow houses, the colourful lanterns and it's location near the ocean make it a very popular travel destination. I fell in love with Hoi An during my first stay there, right after Vietnam opened its borders again after the…

To see what people usually don't see you have to get up at a time most people aren't awake yet. To learn about the hidden Hoi An, about the people who keep the city running and the places tourists, travellers and even most locals don't ever get see you have to find a local who knows these places and people…

Of course you can find unique leather accessories or bags in Hoi An, or even get something made to your specifications, but why not make your own at a leather workshop in Hoi An? By yourself or in a small group this activity is for everyone, even if you aren't very "crafty".

Half a day of woodworking in 30° Celsius heat might not be something you think of when thinking about things to do on vacation. I am here to tell you why you should consider it anyway (I almost didn't do it either) and how it shaped my understanding of the people and culture of central Vietnam.

In Vietnam, one drink stands out above all others: Coffee. So when I found a coffee workshop in Hoi An where I could learn how to make three of the most famous Vietnamese coffees I jumped at the chance. 

Cooking classes are a great way to connect with local culture and people. Pairing it with a tour exploring the countryside around Hoi An, as well as a visit to a local market and a cruise in a basketboat through the nipa palm forest it’s the perfect way to spend a day.

For my trip to central Vietnam, I had planned a three-day-two-night adventure, between my time in Hue and Hoi An: a Ho Chi Minh Trail Motorbike Tour along the Laotian border. Since my driving capabilities aren’t up to par with rural Vietnamese roads (especially mountain roads) I found a driver who could take me on my biggest adventure in Vietnam…