A Tourist’s Guide To Love is a film about a travel executive who takes on a new mission to investigate the tourism industry in Vietnam undercover. During her journey, she begins a romantic and adventurous relationship with her Vietnamese ex-pat tour guide after an unforeseen breakup. Directed by Steven Tsuchida and penned by Eirene Tran… Continue reading Netflix’s Tourist’s Guide to Love Sheds Light On The Beauty Of Vietnam
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The Most Beautiful Places in the World
If you’re running low on ideas on where to vacation, don’t worry! From breathtaking mountain ranges to stunning beaches, the most beautiful places in the world are sure to leave you speechless. Here are some of the most beautiful places in the world to add to your bucket list. The Swiss Alps The Swiss Alps… Continue reading The Most Beautiful Places in the World
The Strange Story Of An African Leader And His Two Vietnamese Daughters
A controversial historic African leader and two Vietnamese women were involved in a unique story that joins Africa and Vietnam in a recent period of history. Jean-Bédel Bokassa, also called Bokassa I, was one of the most controversial African leaders of the 20th century. The son of a village headman, Bokassa was born in 1921… Continue reading The Strange Story Of An African Leader And His Two Vietnamese Daughters
These Southeast Asian Countries Are Relaxing Their COVID Travel Restrictions
The Southeast Asian countries of Thailand, Vietnam, and Cambodia are among the latest nations to relax their COVID-19 entry requirements, making it easier for international tourists to visit. Beginning April 1, vaccinated individuals will no longer be required to submit a negative test result in order to gain entry into Thailand. The additional testing rules,… Continue reading These Southeast Asian Countries Are Relaxing Their COVID Travel Restrictions
Haitian-American Actress Sasha Compère Of Hulu’s Single Drunk Female Talks Solo Travel & More
Single Drunk Female, airing on Freeform and staring Sasha Compère, is only in its first season, but the show is collecting fans like it’s been on for years. A big part of Single Drunk Female’s instant success is that the show’s format is like old school television, with weekly episodes. The quality of the show… Continue reading Haitian-American Actress Sasha Compère Of Hulu’s Single Drunk Female Talks Solo Travel & More
FexBlack: The Group Creating Community For Black Women In Vietnam
FexBlack Vietnam is creating a safe space and community for Black women living abroad in Southeast Asia. It’s a community founded on Facebook where women of color, specifically Black women, can share their resources and experiences. The purpose of the group is to unite Black female expats and Black women traveling to Vietnam. “There’s a… Continue reading FexBlack: The Group Creating Community For Black Women In Vietnam
How Traveler Eve Clark Navigates The World With Multiple Sclerosis
It has been 25 years since Eve Clark was diagnosed with multiple sclerosis, a disease that affects the central nervous system. But eight years ago she had a major exacerbation of her illness which led the Illinois native to seriously contemplate the future. Clark knew she needed to make some changes, starting with her job… Continue reading How Traveler Eve Clark Navigates The World With Multiple Sclerosis
Black Expat: After Living In Five Countries, I Chose Malaysia For Its Blend Of Cultures
Before settling in Penang, Malaysia, English teacher Pier Garcia lived in five other countries. Born and raised in Trinidad and Tobago, the 36-year-old moved to London when she was 14, and considers the two countries her home, along with her current home, Malaysia. Her first move from Trinidad to London came when her mother asked… Continue reading Black Expat: After Living In Five Countries, I Chose Malaysia For Its Blend Of Cultures
The Black Expat: ‘I Went From Probation To Living In Vietnam’
Black expat Jazzie Más says she wouldn’t be where she is today if she let her past define her. Más, who is an international stand-up comedian and founder of the Black Digital Nomad, served some time in jail and then probation while living in the United States. “Not being able to travel after I went… Continue reading The Black Expat: ‘I Went From Probation To Living In Vietnam’
How These Black Expats Are Celebrating Black History Month Abroad
Black History Month 2021 is hitting a little differently for many people worldwide following a chaotic year of civil unrest in the United States. Many Black Americans ultimately decided to pack up their life and relocate to begin their expat journey. An expat is defined as “a person temporarily or permanently living in another country… Continue reading How These Black Expats Are Celebrating Black History Month Abroad
The Black Expat: ‘Living In America I Wasn’t As Free As I Was Made To Believe’
America never felt like home for Alexis Terry. At a young age, she had already lived in Germany and visited several countries across Europe because her family was in the military. ‘When I got out of the military, the thought of moving back to Germany was constant,” Terry said. “However, I told myself I would… Continue reading The Black Expat: ‘Living In America I Wasn’t As Free As I Was Made To Believe’
These 5 Public Transportation Systems Around The World Are Super Cool
When traveling to a big city, taking public transportation may be the most efficient and cost effective way to explore and get around. Although large cities like NYC, DC and London have public transportation, each city’s systems differ. Here are 5 interesting public transportation systems from around the world. Head to Hanoi and Ho Chi… Continue reading These 5 Public Transportation Systems Around The World Are Super Cool
Here’s How Vietnam Managed To Avoid A Single Coronavirus Death
How did Vietnam, a country that does not have an advanced healthcare system like many western countries, avoid one coronavirus death among its 97 million residents? While attention is often paid to South Korea, Taiwan, and Hong Kong for their collective mitigation efforts and keeping the number of reported confirmed incidents at a low number, Vietnam… Continue reading Here’s How Vietnam Managed To Avoid A Single Coronavirus Death
Traveling In Asia: ‘I Saw A Train Passenger Google Black Person With Braids’
A viral video of Nannette Boakye traveling through Vietnam shows a glimpse of what it’s like traveling in a country as a person of color. In the video, you see people crowding around her with their cameras in hands and phones on selfie sticks to take her picture. In an interview, Boakye told Travel Noire… Continue reading Traveling In Asia: ‘I Saw A Train Passenger Google Black Person With Braids’
15 Positive Signs That The Travel Economy Will Bounce Back
It’s been a few months since we’ve been in quarantine. During these months, a lot of us have canceled travel plans and are anticipating international borders to reopen. March and April may have felt hopeless, but May is showing that things are starting to look up. In fact, there are even signs that the travel… Continue reading 15 Positive Signs That The Travel Economy Will Bounce Back