This was my third visit to Ky Lee’s Barber Shop in Da Nang, Vietnam. Barber shops are also called cắt tóc nam in Vietnam. Ky Lee recently opened this second shop, and he works alternating days between the two. Ky Lee is a strong entrepreneur, an outstanding barber, and a teacher to his barber crew that he continues to grow. During my visit, he was continually informing his team on barbering techniques while having a fun time singing to the music in the process. His crew of barbers has swagger … [Read more...] about Da Nang, Vietnam – World Barber Shop Adventures
Podcast 50: Da Nang, Vietnam (Trip of a Lifetime)
Da Nang is a fantastic city in Central Vietnam with a vibrant culture and gorgeous coastline. We have had the privilege of spending 50 days in this city over the last two years. We have gotten to know all of the great places to visit, fabulous restaurants, fun bars, and must-see sights around the city. Hoi An is only 30 minutes away and on everyone’s travel destination list. When my brother and his wife decided to visit us during our journey, we were excited to suggest Da Nang as the location to … [Read more...] about Podcast 50: Da Nang, Vietnam (Trip of a Lifetime)
Podcast 48: India is Incredible (2 Months Traveling 7+ Cities)
Having the chance to spend two months traveling to a few different cities in India is something we will always remember about our journey around the world. Seeing the Taj Mahal outside of Delhi, celebrating two weddings, and exploring the wonder of Kerala are all experiences that will stay with us forever. Our time in Indore, Nagpur, and Bhopal were filled with excitement as they are non-traditional tourist location, but the families that took us in were kind, welcoming, and fantastic cooks. We … [Read more...] about Podcast 48: India is Incredible (2 Months Traveling 7+ Cities)
Hanoi, Vietnam – World Barber Shop Adventures
This was my third trip to Vietnam and it is without a doubt one of my favorite countries. Hanoi is the country’s capital and has a population of about 8 million people. The Old Quarter is the heart of culture within Hanoi and a great place to explore the narrow streets to find unique shops and unforgettable food. We visited during the build-up of the AFF Championship against Malaysia where Vietnam took home the trophy! Việt Nam vô địch! The city was electric with excitement and pride. We also … [Read more...] about Hanoi, Vietnam – World Barber Shop Adventures
Phnom Penh, Cambodia – World Barber Shop Adventures
Phnom Penh is the capital and largest city in Cambodia with about 1.5 million people. We visited during Bon Om Touk, or the Water Festival, which brought in Cambodians from all over the country to celebrate. It was a lot of fun to walk along the riverside path and watch the longtail boat races and fireworks. Tasting the exotic food options like roaches and crickets was new for me and actually very good. Phnom Penh, along with Siem Reap, are significant tourist destinations in SE Asia. … [Read more...] about Phnom Penh, Cambodia – World Barber Shop Adventures
Podcast 44: Vietnam with a Friend (Da Nang, Hanoi, Ninh Binh, Quy Nhon)
Back in Da Nang where we have fallen in love with the Vietnamese culture and this time to meet a friend from the US. We spent almost two full weeks seeing Da Nang, Hoi An, Quy Nhon, Hanoi, and Ninh Binh. With such a wide variety of locations, it was a truly authentic experience. We sat through the crazy rains that would last for days, partied with locals late into the night, ate local food like goat and eel, and went CRAZY as the Vietnam Football team won the AFF Cup. It was a wild, wet, and … [Read more...] about Podcast 44: Vietnam with a Friend (Da Nang, Hanoi, Ninh Binh, Quy Nhon)
Podcast 43: Phu Quoc (Fantasy Island of Vietnam)
Phu Quoc, Vietnam is an island south of Cambodia and Vietnam. We had the chance to spend 8 fun days there in the heart of the action and on a resort that will be a hot spot for the casino lovers. Both locations provided beautiful beach lines, amazing eats, and different entertainment options. In this podcast episode, we will discuss why we decided to visit this island in Vietnam and why we hope to go back someday. We talk about getting lost on the scooter that ended up viewing a gorgeous sunset, … [Read more...] about Podcast 43: Phu Quoc (Fantasy Island of Vietnam)
Bali, Indonesia – World Barber Shop Adventures
Bali, Indonesia is where our barber shop visit took us this time. I spent four amazing weeks on this island and had a blast! If you ever want to find a destination where you can relax in the sun, meet very kind people, and get pampered like no other place on Earth, Bali is your place! And if you want to enjoy your time in the barber chair then Bali Barber is THE place to get your man spa on! Great haircut, beard trim, neck shave, and nail work. Then, I went back to get my ears and nose waxed! … [Read more...] about Bali, Indonesia – World Barber Shop Adventures
Podcast 42: Cambodia Travel (Phnom Penh, Siem Reap, and Angkor Wat)
Our adventure to Cambodia included celebrating the Water Festival (Bon Om Touk) while in Phnom Penh, discovering the beauty of Siem Reap, and taking in the mystery of Angkor Wat. The massive celebration in the country’s capital city brought in over a million visitors and we had the chance to take in the festivities alongside them. Eating insects, watching the boat races, and hearing the fireworks were all part of the 3-day massive party. Our time in Siem Reap helped us understand why it is a … [Read more...] about Podcast 42: Cambodia Travel (Phnom Penh, Siem Reap, and Angkor Wat)
Podcast 41: Beautiful Bali, Indonesia (4 Weeks in Travel Paradise)
We had the luxury of spending four fantastic weeks in Bali, Indonesia. It was a location that was highly anticipated on our journey as we heard stories from other travelers and had seen its beauty in the movies several times. To be in Bali long enough that we found our favorite places to eat, where to work out, and get used to the daily scooter lifestyle was great. We took a couple of fun day trips, met several kind locals, and found out why people consider Bali ‘Heaven on Earth’. In this … [Read more...] about Podcast 41: Beautiful Bali, Indonesia (4 Weeks in Travel Paradise)