VIETNAM with Kids - North to Slow
Vietnam with Kids - North to Slow is an honest, practical guide for families who want to experience Vietnam beyond the tourist trail - without rushing, stress, or scooters chaos (okay, a bit for the experience). Based on our own family journey, this guide focuses on North Vietnam, covering Hanoi, Ninh Binh (Tam Coc), Cat Ba Island, and Cao Bang - a quieter, nature-rich alternative to Ha Giang that works beautifully with children.
Inside, you’ll find: Best Bucketlist spots you need to visit Our exact family-friendly route Where to stay with kids (comfort + location) How to move around safely (bus, drivers, ferries) Food tips for picky eaters and more
It’s a guide for families and all who want to slow down, connect, and experience real life in Vietnam! Perfect if you want: ✔ adventure without overwhelm ✔ nature, culture & space to breathe ✔ a route that feels doable, not extreme
🧸Vietnam with Kids
Our tips and tricks for Vietnam with kids
📱Best Apps for Vietnam
Apps you need for our trip to Vietnam:
🇻🇳 Drone Flying in Vietnam
Your Little 2026 Guide
🎒 Packing guide for North Vietnam
Everything we packed for our trip + tips for Vietnam :)
💵Money & Currency in Vietnam
Cash or Creditcard? Everything you need to know!
☀️ Best Time to Visit Vietnam (Hanoi, Cat Ba & Cao bang, Ninh Binh)
+ our experience
🚌How to get around in Vietnam
Here’s a compact, ready-to-use transport guide for your Vietnam adventure 👇
👆🏻7 things we wish we had known before our family trip to Vietnam
Learn from our mistakes
🏍️Renting a Motorbike in Vietnam
Mini Guide for renting or buying 🛵
🍜Food you need to try in Vietnam
What & Why to Try the Food in Vietnam (our Favorites, also for kids)