Britain’s Prestigious North London Collegiate School Arrives in Vietnam
A World-class IB Family of schools with 175 years of exceptional education in the UK, Korea, Dubai, Singapore, and Vietnam invites families to join.
Brian Letwin in Saigon
Every Morning, I'm Grateful for My Carless Ride to Work on Hoàng Sa Street
In the decade-plus of Saigoneer’s existence, we’ve had six offices strewn across different parts of Districts 1 and 3. Over that period, my homes have been located in Bình Thạnh and Thảo Điền, requiring significant commuting time.
Paul Christiansen in Saigon
The Nhiêu Lộc-Thị Nghè Canal's Comeback Story
Water has no hometown.
Paul Christiansen in Saigon
Our Toxic Relationship With Saigon Traffic: A Diagnosis
There is no way to describe Saigon traffic literally and have it understood by someone who has not experienced it.
Sweating for a Good Cause at the Blue Dragon Children’s Foundation Walk in Hanoi
I learnt of the Blue Dragon Children’s Foundation in my first year living in Hanoi, through friends that had worked for the fantastic organization, or that were regular donors supporting it. This year, I was super excited to see their “Blue Dragon Marathon Walk” annual fundraiser announced, with the main Hanoian event looping around Thống Nhất Park's lake. Embracing the opportunity to contribute, I put my hand up for a 10K walk and enticed friends and family from around the world to send donations to the wander-for-a-cause.
How One Saigon Gym Is Re-Inventing Fitness
Technology has fundamentally altered how Saigoneers travel around the city, find and eat food, form and maintain relationships and make purchases. Such innovations can profoundly change how one approaches fitness here as well.
AISA Games Come to Saigon
Australian International School, Saigon (AIS Saigon) is set to host students from Australian International Schools across Asia this November, for the highly anticipated AISA Games 2023.
In the Mekong Delta, Ferries Are Childhood Friends and Daily Companions
The Mekong Delta is called Đồng bằng Sông Cửu Long in Vietnamese — the Nine Dragons River, for the way the mighty Mekong splits into multiple strands as it nears its final destination, the East Sea.
Morning News Roundup: HCMC to Promote Tourism at Cannes Film Festival
Stay connected with Saigoneer on Twitter and Instagram and like us on Facebook. HCMC to promote tourism at Cannes Film Festival [VietnamNet] Ca Mau bird garden ca...
Da Nang Airport Welcomes New International Terminal
From now on, passengers on international flights to or from Da Nang will enjoy the comfort of a brand-new terminal.
Western-Trained Nguyen Thien Nhan Appointed as New Leader of Saigon
Nguyen Thien Nhan, who studied in the former East Germany and the US, has been appointed the new leader of Saigon.
Vietnam Considers Lifting Midnight Curfew to Attract More Tourists
Closing time may soon be a little later than midnight at your favorite hang-out spots thanks to a recent proposal from Vietnam’s Tourism Association.
Morning News Roundup: Rumors of Cable Car System to Islet Near Hoi An Rejected
Stay connected with Saigoneer on Twitter and Instagram and like us on Facebook. Rumors of cable car system to islet near Hoi An rejected [Tuoi Tre] Local authorit...
Hanoi to Allow Public Buses to Use Exclusive BRT Lanes
Hanoi’s dedicated Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) lanes will soon open to public buses, allowing these vehicles to make use of road space exclusively reserved for the capital’s fledgling BRT system.
Asia's Rapidly Aging Population Is a Threat to Regional and Global Economy: IMF
Asia’s population is aging so fast that in just a few decades, the region might stop being the top contributor to the global workforce.
Morning News Roundup: Facebook Crash Sends Vietnam, Asia Into Frenzy
Stay connected with Saigoneer on Twitter and Instagram and like us on Facebook. Facebook crash sends Vietnam, Asia into frenzy [VnExpress] Vietnam cuts size limit...
Vietnam's Energy Consumption to Double in 10 Years
Because of the country’s rapid rate of development, Vietnam’s power consumption is expected to almost double in less than a decade.
Tokyo's Pride Parade Last Week Draws Record Number of Participants
Last weekend thousands thronged the streets of Tokyo to join Japan's largest Rainbow Pride parade to date.
Vietnam Expected to Suffer 13-15 Tropical Storms, El Nino This Year: Weather Experts
Time to break out your boots and raincoats, Saigoneers: Vietnam’s stormy season is right around the corner.
Morning News Roundup: Vietnam Announces Player Lineup for U20 World Cup
Stay connected with Saigoneer on Twitter and Instagram and like us on Facebook. Vietnam announces players for World Cup [VietnamNet] ‘Made in Vietnam’ explosive r...
Yangon: Lessons From a Neighbor That Banned Bikes
As Saigon is mulling a complete ban on motorbikes – first, in the city’s downtown area and then, city-wide, perhaps - it’s high time to look at the situation in Yangon, where a similar ban was impleme...
Weekend News Roundup: 4 Months After Launch, Hanoi BRT Hit by Poor Occupancy
Stay connected with Saigoneer on Twitter and Instagram and like us on Facebook. Hanoi BRT line hit by poor occupancy, four months after launch [Tuoi Tre] Hanoi re...
Saigon May Get Helicopter Ambulances in the Future
The skies above Saigon may receive an addition in the future: ambulance helicopters.
Thai Binh to Erect VND300bn Tower as Province Landmark
Thai Binh is building a VND300 billion (US$13.2 million) tower in the hope that it will be seen as the northern province’s iconic landmark.
Phu Quoc Seeks VNPT's Help to Become 'Smart City' in 2020
The Kien Giang province People's Committee recently approved a plan to transform Phu Quoc into a 'smart city' by 2020.
Morning News Roundup: HCMC Thirsty for Skilled Tourism Workers
Stay connected with Saigoneer on Twitter and Instagram and like us on Facebook. HCM City thirsty for skilled tourism labourers [DTI] General Department of Fisheri...
Saigon Attempts to Solve Airport Congestion With Another Proposed Elevated Highway
Saigon is considering yet another elevated highway to ease traffic gridlock between the city center and the airport.
Morning News Roundup: Illegal Wood Exploitation Rampant at Cuc Phuong National Park
Stay connected with Saigoneer on Twitter and Instagram and like us on Facebook. Illegal wood exploitation rampant at Cuc Phuong National Park [VietnamNet] Draft d...
