A Day in the Life in Vietnam, Hanoi + My Cost of Living in Vietnam in 2022! | Vietnam Vlog
Short Summary:
This Vietnam vlog documents a day in the life of an expat living in Hanoi, focusing on the cost of living and daily activities. Key points include the cost of a lakeview apartment ($600, but cheaper options available), transportation (renting a motorbike for $35/month), gym membership at Fitness Village, grocery shopping at a local market, and eating at affordable local restaurants (meals costing $1-2). The vlog showcases the ease of daily life in Hanoi, highlighting the affordability of food and transportation, and the pleasant atmosphere of local businesses. The process of navigating Hanoi's streets on a motorbike and the experience of interacting with local vendors and cafes are detailed.
Detailed Summary:
The vlog begins with an introduction to the vlogger's life in a one-bedroom lakeview apartment in Hanoi's Tay Ho district, highlighting the cost ($600/month, including cleaning service, but cheaper options are available). The morning routine includes drinking water, yoga, Wim Hof breathing, and a gym workout at Fitness Village, described as quiet and peaceful.
The next section details the vlogger's commute to the gym on a rented motorbike ($35/month), emphasizing the initial apprehension but eventual comfort with Hanoi traffic. This is followed by a visit to a local vegetable market where the vlogger purchases fresh produce at affordable prices.
The afternoon involves relaxing at a lakeside cafe, "Tom's Cafe," enjoying a yogurt coffee ("Tsuochua cafe"), and discussing the importance of an air purifier during Hanoi's summer months (purchased for $80, but resalable). A brief nap is mentioned before heading to a familiar restaurant for dinner.
The dinner section showcases a meal at a local restaurant, emphasizing the affordability (around $1.50) and deliciousness of the food. The vlogger interacts with a local dog and highlights the ease of meeting friendly people. The vlog concludes with the vlogger preparing for an upcoming meeting, summarizing the day's activities and emphasizing the affordability and pleasant aspects of living in Hanoi. The vlogger mentions that most meals cost between $1 and $2 if eating locally, and $5-$7 in more expensive expat-frequented restaurants. The vlogger also demonstrates how to secure their helmet to their motorbike to prevent theft. Notably, the vlogger states, "it's so easy to meet amazing people," reflecting a positive experience of living in Hanoi.