On my visit to Hanoi, I discovered how the “speakeasy” culture had given rise to a number of unique and quaint bars in Hanoi. Here’s the story of hunting for one of them It’s been about 40 minutes, since I started roaming in the side alleys of Hanoi. I’m here […]
This week take a quick look at the quirky street art alley on Rosenthaler Straße in Berlin Narrow street alleys are often the most interesting little nooks where I have discovered remarkable facets of city life. On my recent visit to Berlin, I sought out the Hackescher Markt area that’s become […]
Twice a day, a train speeds through the heart of Hanoi, narrowly passing between houses !!! Join me as I explore this Urban phenomenon. A loud horn can be heard in the distance. Nearby, people come out and start taking in their motorbikes and belongings into their homes. Children stop […]
On one weekend, I explored Ho Chi Minh’s “Art” district to see what was in store and came back pleasantly surprised. A tall blonde looks on at me from the wall, straight out of a noir novel while elsewhere a monkey runs along the wall. I am in the 3 […]
Exploring a city after sunset is an interesting experience, more so when done on the back of a scooter, whizzing through the traffic. I joined one such exploration of Saigon by night and lived to tell the tale. We weave through the early evening traffic in District 1, Ho Chi […]
Hanoi has an unusual relic from the Vietnam War – the remains of a B-52 bomber right in the middle of the city. Join me as I go in search of this remnant of the war. My new found friend in Hanoi, Nhung, looks at me skeptically.“Are you sure this […]