Shan Osztonits | Travel Insighter
About Shan Osztonits
"“I live to travel, and I travel to live” is my ongoing Life Motto. Inspired by our world’s colourful pathways, it’s new cultures, spaces and anything food-related that sets my soul ablaze, filling me with blissful inspiration. I’ve spent the last eight years as a Travel Writer. From the bustling streets of New York to sensory-overload Hanoi, my workplace and home has been all around the world. My absolute favourite city is Renaissance-rich Florence, Italy, and country has to be Sri Lanka. Originally from South Africa but with a Hungarian heritage, find me in the kitchen, with an oil paintbrush in hand or head deep in novels. #tellalltravelnovelpending” "
- Shan OsztonitsShan Osztonits Background
Experience: Journalism background, Travel Writer and Editor with my name in major travel publications such as TourScanner and TripCanvas
Articles Written: 200+
Countries Visited: Greece, Netherlands, USA, Vietnam, Thailand, Sri Lanka, Cambodia, Indonesia, Malaysia, Brunei, Italy, Spain, Portugal, France, Germany, Poland, Australia, Lesotho, UAE
Years Spent Traveling: 10
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Shan Osztonits’s Recent Posts:
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Ultimate Ho Chi Minh City 3-Day Itinerary: A Local’s Guide
by Shan Osztonits
February 18, 2025
Along with Hanoi, Ho Chi Minh City clocks in at Vietnam’s most visited city. Travelers arrive from near and far to experience this iconic destination, …
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Top Things to Do in Nha Trang, A Southern Coastal Oasis
by Shan Osztonits
February 16, 2025
Spanning Vietnam’s South Central Coast, and forming part of the Khánh Hòa Province, Nha Trang is an epic beachside alternative to major Southern cities such …
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12 Best Hanoi Museums to Explore, From History to Geology
by Shan Osztonits
February 14, 2025
I must be honest, I know museums aren’t for everyone. Some people prefer to spend their time doing outdoorsy things, others think museums are too …
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11 Hoi An Cafes For Excellent Coffee, Brunch & Old Town Views
by Shan Osztonits
February 9, 2025
My heart remains etched in Hoi An forever, and I love everything about this radiant little town in Central Vietnam, from its terra cotta-laden alleyways …
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7 Best Hoi An Beaches to Spend the Day
by Shan Osztonits
February 4, 2025
Unlike certain parts of Vietnam, Hoi An is blessed with amazing weather pretty much all year round. The sun is always out to play, the …
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A Local’s Guide: The Perfect 3-Day Sapa Itinerary for First-Timers
by Shan Osztonits
February 3, 2025
Unfolding rice terraces that seem to never end no matter how far into the horizon you stare, scattered villages home to unique tribes, floating low-hanging …
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9 Best Cafes in Nha Trang, Vietnam for Coffee and a Bite
by Shan Osztonits
February 1, 2025
When you’ve had enough sunshine for one afternoon or are searching for the perfect spot to kickstart your day, the cafes in Nha Trang are …
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10 Unique Things to Do in Magical Dalat, Vietnam
by Shan Osztonits
January 25, 2025
Things are about to get all kinds of weird and wonderful in this southern highlands city, perched 1,500 meters above sea level. One for the artists, …
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The Ultimate Insider 3-Day Hanoi Itinerary
by Shan Osztonits
January 22, 2025
Are you ready for a wild ride? Of Vietnam’s cities, there’s no place quite like Hanoi, and I was lucky enough to call the capital …
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11 Best Hoi An Food Showcasing The Ancient Town’s Fusion Heritage
by Shan Osztonits
January 18, 2025
Out of all the Vietnamese cities and towns, Hoi An’s cuisine is my ultimate. With its Chinese, Japanese, and French influences, you’ll notice a fusion …
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Feel on Top of the World at a Rooftop Bar in Ho Chi Minh City
by Shan Osztonits
January 8, 2025
A melting pot of skyscrapers, skinny buildings that double as local homes (which is very typical in Vietnam, as family houses are built into multiple …
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9 Best Vegan Restaurants in Hoi An, Vietnam for 2025
by Shan Osztonits
January 2, 2025
Born and bred in South Africa, I don’t think I need to elaborate on how important animals are to me. I’m a mega animal advocate …
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9 Best Beaches in Danang, Vietnam All Year Round
by Shan Osztonits
December 29, 2024
Hailing from sunny South Africa, Durban in particular, I grew up in the water. The city which I’m from is hot and humid all year …
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10 Best Bars in Hanoi for Creative Cocktails and Inspiring Menus
by Shan Osztonits
December 23, 2024
Flaming cocktails, drinks inspired by the streets of Hanoi, and bars considered some of the best in Asia – they might even give cocktail bars …
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11 Best Vegetarian Restaurants in Ho Chi Minh City for 2025
by Shan Osztonits
December 19, 2024
If anyone ever told you vegetarian food was boring, these vegetarian restaurants in Ho Chi Minh City prove everyone wrong! In my opinion, it’s some …
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Discover the Best French Restaurants in Hanoi for 2025
by Shan Osztonits
December 18, 2024
A quick history lesson before we dive in. Did you know Hanoi was colonized by the French from 1902 to 1945? There is still plenty …
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The Two Week Vietnam Itinerary You Need for 2025
by Shan Osztonits
December 14, 2024
No matter where you are in Vietnam, expect to uncover something unique, whether it’s the landscapes, traditions, food, or culture — even the dialect differs …
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11 Must-Try Sapa Foods and 1 to Avoid on Your Next Vietnam Trip
by Shan Osztonits
December 10, 2024
Perched 1600 meters above sea level, where hillsides are enveloped in low-hanging clouds, rivers flow through the mountains, bamboo forests engulf the local landscapes, and …
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Coffeeholics: Check These 10 Best Coffee Shops in Hanoi for 2025
by Shan Osztonits
December 9, 2024
Calling all coffee snobs (that’s me) and connoisseurs! If there’s one Southeast Asian country that knows what’s up when it comes to coffee, it’s got …
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This is the Right Way to Spend One Day in Ho Chi Minh City
by Shan Osztonits
December 6, 2024
With the ocean nearby, the Mekong Delta not far away, skyscrapers taking over the horizon, incredible eateries and bars, and some of the country’s most …
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11 Traditional Foods in Hanoi You Have to Try
by Shan Osztonits
November 29, 2024
Rice (in various forms), cilantro (coriander), meat such as beef and duck, chili, and star anise are the primary ingredients, notes, and flavor profiles you’ll …
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Discover the 10 Best Restaurants in Nha Trang, Vietnam for 2025
by Shan Osztonits
November 25, 2024
I’m a child of the ocean through and through, and Vietnam’s coastal cities are always a gem on my travel itinerary. Sprawling the coastline in …
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14 Delicious Vegetarian Vietnamese Food to try in Vietnam
by Shan Osztonits
November 13, 2024
Are you traveling to Vietnam and curious about its vegetarian offerings? Fret not, our animal-loving friends, you’re in good culinary hands in the Land of …
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These Are the 11 Must-Try Street Foods in Hanoi
by Shan Osztonits
November 12, 2024
Oh, Hanoi, how I do love you and your street food! Now made famous around the world, there’s a reason why chefs and foodies alike …
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9 Best Restaurants in Hanoi Old Quarter for 2025
by Shan Osztonits
November 6, 2024
Whether it’s your first or fifth time in Vietnam’s colorful capital, there never seems to be quite enough time to eat your way through the …
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10 Best Cafes in Hanoi for 2025 According to Locals
by Shan Osztonits
November 4, 2024
Hanoi’s cafe culture isn’t just synonymous with coffee, it’s a way of life in the Vietnamese capital. And the best place to experience that is at …
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10 Best Seafood Restaurants in Cape Town with Exceptional Views
by Shan Osztonits
October 31, 2024
Seafood lovers: If you’re en route to Cape Town and are in the mood for a pescatarian feast, you’ve arrived in the right city. King-sized …