I brought my AQI monitor to Saigon. I was curious to see the air quality. Saigon's air is getting worse but I would argue it has always been bad. I still remember my black feet when moving to a villa in Thu Duc back in 2004. Anyway, here is a reading I got from the room I am staying in. Not bad. With the air conditioner on, it drops below 50 which is healthy. I did a … [Read more...] about Air Quality in Saigon
vietnam
Clear skies in Shanghai
I have been in Shanghai for nine days. There are no signs of any pollution. Beautiful clear skies thanks to the G20 summit. Great time to visit Shanghai. … [Read more...] about Clear skies in Shanghai
Babas Kitchen (Summer 2016)
As everyone may know, I spend a fair amount of time at Babas Kitchen when I am in Saigon. It continues to be rated one of the best Indian restaurants in Saigon, let alone Vietnam and Southeast Asia. It is considered to be one of the few authentic Indian restaurants in Saigon offering both Northern and Southern cuisines. The cooks are brought in from India which helps Babas … [Read more...] about Babas Kitchen (Summer 2016)
Saigon at Night (July, 2016)
Took these night pictures of Saigon from Saigon Grill this evening. Boy is Saigon changing. … [Read more...] about Saigon at Night (July, 2016)
In Manila, Philippines
I am visiting a friend in Manila, Philippines, for 4 days. This will be my first trip to PI. I flew from Saigon, Vietnam, to Manila via Philippine Airlines. The trip lasted 2 hours and 30 minutes which made it a short flight. Immigration was easy to get through. Below are photos from the flight. Manila International Airport … [Read more...] about In Manila, Philippines