HANOI: Surviving Vietnam's CAPITAL CITY (First impressions)

Olivia and Nathan here! Hanoi, Vietnam came with a whole lot of surprises! It's the capital of Vietnam and a very different city with lots of things to do, INCREDIBLE FOOD, and with a totally different vibe from Saigon! Known for its centuries-old architecture (blended with French architecture too) and a rich culture with Southeast Asian, Chinese and French influences. We stayed in the chaotic Old Quarter where we explored the narrow streets and different food stalls every day. This country is winning our hearts and our bellies! lol 🤤

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Motorbike tour of Hanoi

0:00-1:30 What's in this episode!
1:30-6:49 Motorbike Tour
6:49-9:03 Weekend Night Market
9:03-10:06 Second Story Coffee Shops
10:06-11:43 Egg Coffee at Coffee Nang
11:43-14:15 Hanoi's Train Street
14:15-15:51 Today's Partner
15:51-20:15 Hanoi Street Food Highlights
20:15-21:54 Temple of Literature
21:54-22:46 Dong Xuan Wholesale Market
22:46-23:10 Best Espresso in Hanoi
23:10-24:15 Hop On Hop Off Bus
24:15-28:20 Ninh Binh Day Trip
28:20-28:42 Ending

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[luzer]

I used to live and work in VN for 9+ years, in HCMC but also traveled to Hanoi on business trips. I have since moved back to the States for 10 years now but I miss VN, its fun and caring people, its delicious food at awesome price, its beautiful scenery, and its vibrancy. Although in my position I had commute privilege (taxi card or shuttle pick up and take home), I bought a Honda Spacy and loved riding the scooter to and from work.
I miss the exhilaration of feeling so free while at the same time being part of a community of hundreds of fellow riders, like a fish swimming amongst a school of fish dancing in the ocean. I miss seeing couples riding their scooter with the girlfriend/wife hugging closely to their boyfriend/husband, whispering something into his ears and burst out laughing. I miss seeing young children riding in the front craning their head back asking his/her dad/mom a question about something. I miss bursting out laughing for having heard the rider next to me saying something funny and getting caught out for being nosy. I miss feeling so proud of myself the day that I was able to stop my scooter at the sign of heavy rain droplets, lift my scooter seat unfold the rain poncho slipping it on my head then my arms put the helmet back on and get back onto the scooter in 14 seconds flat (it took me 1.5 years to get to that point). I miss riding home and all of a sudden smelling something delicious from a fresh coal pit so I pull up onto the sidewalk and got that food for $2 for a complete meal. I hate it then but I chuckle to myself now thinking about my swearing at the damn container truck and passenger bus that run on a tight time frame and honking so damn loud, practically running us scooter riders off the road (those are truly scary bastards).
I know the pollution and the dust get to you but for some reason, I and we all adapted. And now I just feel so strange driving in my car so desensitize to my suburb. I feel the same sense of numbness when I walk into a super market and can't smell anything, not even smell the fragrance of fruits because they're all picked well before they're tree ripened. I'm not complaining about the serenity and the peaceful air but it feels sterile.

I know many will think I'm painting a rosy picture, that I'm romanticizing a haphazard commute, but honestly, it was a difficult but fun and emotive thing that I did daily for 9+ years that I enjoyed for the most part and miss now. It's kind of like you talk to your parents and they will tell you about the difficult things they had to live through in the early and formative part of their life, but they will tell you with a smile on their face.

[HenryWrideExplores]

I went to Hanoi for 2 days and ended up staying for two weeks! Such a great city!

[andria]

Great video! We were in Hanoi last July and boy, the weather was different. I can't imagine being there needing a coat! We also had coffee at Nang (twice), ate a Cha Ca, and the little dessert bowl place. So cool! Love your editing and sense of humor. Makes me want to go back and do it again.

[EJChezz]

Wow. This is awesome.!!! Been following you guys for a long while, dont comment much but you guys did an incredible job with this one. This should get +1million views in my opinion. I hope

[connorl]

Such a small part of the video but the “ah my gooch” made me spit my water out 😂😂 great video!

[Jade-xdlw]

As a Hanoian, thank you for every tiny things mentioned in the video. Love you guys & your adventures 💓💓💓

[Masterpcb_]

I'm Hanoian working in Tokyo, I miss home so bad, not the crazy traffic but the landscapes and foods are one of the best 😢

[ab]

I think that might be your best video yet. Loved it!

[LittleTravelChannel]

Haven’t watched your channel in a long time and boy have you guys stepped up your game. Great video!

[mattkaminski]

Y'all's videos are pure greatness. So much fun to watch.

[VicFenech-fbnd]

Hey Guys.... Just got back and followed your footsteps throughout Hanoi... Thankyou so, so much for your video.. It was a great introduction to Hanoi... Looking forward to seeing your next feature !!

[TheOtherChef]

Great Video guys! I was in Hanoi last year and yes... the food! I miss it already!

[EatSeeTV]

The food looked 🔥. I was surprised to see ya'll in jackets. When did you visit?

[kc]

LOVE YOUR VIBE! Keep making videos please :) We are planning a trip to Vietnam, thank you!

[kasiainwonderland]

Haha the same thing happened to us on the train street lol, waited a few hours haha, there is another area we frequented, no tourists, a bia hoi place right next to the tracks, caught the train during the day with no one in our shot! Vietnam is amazing! Nice vid!

[doodsanddudes]

Yeah doods! Great video. Now I need to go to Vietnam. Wow looks amazing and insanity everywhere.

[slowtravelvlogs]

This is such a great video. I love how raw and authentic it is! As usual, you guys rock!

[gaylebrown]

You have a great travel channel! Thanks for taking us along on your adventures.

[jasonclift]

Nicely done again - great content and can't wait to go there - thanks you guys!!!!