The Things to Do in Hoi An Vietnam That Stay With You Long After You Leave
Alex Tan
October 13, 2026
The first time I visited Hoi An, I gave it
In a world that glorifies speed, we choose depth. Slow travel isn’t about seeing less—it’s about experiencing more, one meaningful moment at a time.
The first time I visited Hoi An, I gave it
The first time I saw Sintra, it was through a
There is something different about travelling through a place shaped
The first time I saw Sintra, it was through a
The first time I went to Ubud, I made every
My first visit to Luang Prabang Laos lasted just three
The first time I went to Luang Prabang, I stayed
The first morning, I woke to the sound of a
Ayutthaya, Thailand, is the former capital about 80 kilometers north
Ayutthaya City is Thailand’s ancient capital: a historic island city
The first time I got Pai’s weather wrong, I was
The first time I went to Pai, I planned to
We almost missed it. The auntie at the Miyagawa Market
Some cities are easy to see and hard to feel.
The first time I misjudged Bangkok, it wasn’t the food
I’ve been to Bangkok more times than I can count
The first time I stayed in Seoul for ten days,
The first time I visited Seoul, South Korea, I tried
Tokyo is known as a city of constant movement. The
SlowTravels embraces the art of meaningful travel – taking time to truly experience destinations rather than rushing through them. Perfect for friends, couples, and solo travelers who want to immerse themselves in local culture, connect with communities, and discover hidden gems at a leisurely pace.
The first time I visited Hoi An, I gave it
The first time I went to Ubud, I treated it
The first real holiday I ever “planned” was a five-day
There is something different about travelling through a place shaped
There is a strange assumption we make about holidays. The
For many Singaporeans, Thailand feels familiar. It is close, affordable,
Anti-FOMO approach – celebrating what you didn’t see
No “48 hours in…” guides – minimum stay recommendations of 5 days
Off-season travel encouragement
Midweek departure suggestions to avoid crowds
Transportation guides that favor trains and buses over flights
