Mekong Delta lies just South of Ho Chi Minh City aka Saigon, from Ho Chi Minh City till the southernmost tip of Vietnam. Famous for its muddy waters of Mekong river and floating markets, Mekong Delta is a must visit while traveling to Southern Vietnam. When traveling to Vietnam by air, you will most probably land in one of the two major international airports, Tan Son Nhat International Airport of Ho Chi Minh City in the south or Noi Bai International Airport of Hanoi in the north of the country. Be sure to spend a few days in Mekong Delta after you check out Saigon which usually takes just a day or two with most of its attractions limited to the central area around District 1 of the city. 1. Rent a motorbike and ride through countryside Mekong If you are an adventure lover, renting a motorbike is the way…
Wondering how to spend the last month of summer? Don’t want to waste even a second of your short summer vacations? Here is a quick guide on where to go in August in order to turn it into one of the most memorable and unique months of your life. Late summer is the best choice for planning a vacation because many touristic destinations become comparatively less crowded and above all, you can find the best and most pleasant weather for a good relaxation exactly during this month – neither too hot, nor too cold! In our travel reviews below we have chosen some of the most beautiful, interesting and fun places that also “come with” good August weather to make your late summer holidays unforgettable. Edinburgh, Scotland This beautiful city and the capital of Scotland is especially worth a visit during the last month of summer. It is then…
When it comes to Turkish food, pide turns out to be my favourite. It is sometimes also referred to as Turkish pizza. No surprise there, as per the appearance and serving style. It is usually available in small(2 pieces), medium(3 pieces) and large(5 pieces – the one in the above picture) sizes to match your appetite. Pide comes with several toppings to choose from, single or any combination of tomatoes, mushrooms, cheddar, cottage cheese, eggs, beef, sheep and chicken. The base is mostly the same, a thin crust flat bread, soft from the middle and a bit crunchy from the edges. You do not have a choice in this matter. If you are a vegetarian, this is one of the few options in Turkey to go for. The cost ranges from 5 TL($2) to 16 TL making it one of the cheapest food items available for its size. Highly recommended to try.…