Dustin Kemp

A California native who moved to Vietnam in 2014. Ever since then, I've been sharing my love for this country and my passion for the expat lifestyle through my writing.

I also specialize in the cooking, fitness, and mental health niches.

Indie Traveller •

Where to Stay in Ho Chi Minh City (Best Areas & Hotels)

Ho Chi Minh City is by far the most sprawling and, quite frankly, overwhelming city to explore as a tourist in Vietnam. It makes Hanoi look small, with over 5,000 listings on Booking.com (and even more on Agoda.com, a competitor specializing in Southeast Asian hotels) stretching over a wider area than any other Vietnamese city.

I’ve been living in Ho Chi Minh City for 11 years, though, and I’ve spent countless hours exploring every neighbourhood of the city, even those that you won’t find in the guide books...
Vietnam Is Awesome •

What to Buy in Hoi An: Leather, Crafts, and Local Treasures

Hoi An is a shopper’s paradise. Sure, it’s best known for its beauty — its Ancient Town, its iconic Japanese Covered Bridge, and the fact that it’s a UNESCO heritage site. But the opportunities for buying items from locally-produced round straw bags to hand-tailored suits to colorful lanterns, are endless. That’s not to mention the tasty street food and Vietnamese coffee that will fuel your shopping adventure or the alluring hustle and bustle of the shopping areas.

In this article, we’ll explor
Mr Biker Saigon •

Discover Vietnam’s Central Coast by Bike

Why should Australians and New Zealanders choose Vietnam’s South Central coast as a destination for a cycling tour during the winter months? Let’s look at 6 great reasons.

Vietnam is a culturally diverse country in general, and the South Central coastal region may be the best example of how fascinating it can be. Just a few of the distinct cultural phenomenon you’ll get to experience are:
• None Whale worship – Locals on Vietnam’s South Central coast have a long tradition of whale worship, seei
Rentabike Vietnam •

7 Amazing National Parks in Vietnam for Motorbikes

Vietnam’s national parks are some of the best in the world. From exotic wildlife to remote hiking trails, pristine beaches to deep green nature reserves, the opportunities for adventure and exploration in a Vietnam national park are unmatched by national parks in other countries. In this post, we’ll look at seven of the very best Vietnam national parks for motorbikes in particular. We’ve even arranged the parks in our list from north to south so you can plan a route between them more easily if y