Du Mien Garden Cafe: Saigon’s "Treehouse" Landmark
By Paul Mulligan·
If you are looking for the scale of Miền Thảo Mộc but with a more whimsical, adventurous design, Du Miên is the spot. Located on Phan Văn Trị in Gò Vấp, it’s a
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Iconsiam: The Jewel of the Chao Phraya
By Paul Mulligan·
Bangkok has dozens of "mega-malls," but ICONSIAM stands head to toe above the rest. More than just a place to stop and shop, it is a sprawling, high-concept mon
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Thailand’s Obsession With Cats, Explained
By Carlos Menendez·
I didn’t used to be a cat person. It wasn’t until I enlisted and my wife wanted a low-maintenance companion that I finally caved and adopted our first kitten. H
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Thien Hau Pagoda District 5: The Famous Incense Temple in Saigon
By Paul Mulligan·
What makes Thien Hau Pagoda one of the most visited temples in District 5, and does it actually deserve the attention? In the middle of Saigon’s Chinatown, surr
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Eating the World in Bangkok
By Carlos Menendez·
Thai food is excellent. Pad Thai, massaman curry, boat noodles, spicy pork belly, it’s all so bold, complex, and deeply satisfying. Fats and acids and coconut m
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Cat Tien National Park: Two Days in Vietnam’s Southern Jungle
By Paul Mulligan·
Cat Tien National Park is one of the largest protected areas in southern Vietnam, which I visited back in 2017, but had a less-than-stellar experience, as I was
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The 6 Countries Where Women Need a Man's Approval to File for Divorce
By Samanta Brown·
Across most of the world, a person who wants out of a marriage can walk into a courthouse and begin the process themselves. That right, however, is not universa
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Modern Laws That Still Place Women Under Male Authority
By Jan Otte·
Despite living in a world that endlessly celebrates progress on gender equality, millions of women remain legally bound to male authority in ways that are direc
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5 Countries Where Monthly Housing Costs Are Under $200
By Matthias Binder·
Housing is usually the single biggest line item in any budget, whether you're a local resident or a relocating expat. In most Western countries, paying under $1
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The Hidden Season: Why "Green Season" in Asia is Secretly the Best Time to Visit (and 40% Cheaper)
By Anna Lena Kuhn·
Most travelers plan their Asian adventures around the dry season from November to March, chasing blue skies and perfect weather. Yet savvy explorers have discov
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5 Countries That Still Don't Allow Women to Travel Abroad Alone
By Marco Kopinke·
Even in 2025, millions of women around the world still couldn’t book a flight, cross a border, or apply for a passport without a man’s permission. While many of
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Looking for Cheap Food? These 10 South Asian Countries Deliver
By Samanta Brown·
Your grocery bill keeps climbing, restaurants feel like luxury splurges, and you're wondering if affordable eating is becoming a thing of the past. Meanwhile, i
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