Glen MacDonald

I am the Vietnam Time\'s English Editor. I have been with the organization for the past few months and enjoy working with a fantastic team of writers. When not editing, I am traveling around Vietnam and writing for my travel blog (mactravels.blog)

For Glen MacDonald's latest contributions to VietnamTimes, see below:

Vietnam - A Warm-hearted, Loving Country

19/06/2022 17:14

The soldiers who used to aim their guns at Vietnam now returned. They followed the call of conscience. The Vietnamese people greeted them with welcoming arms. The veterans from both sides filled the bomb pits with greenery, brought up the light of hope to the war victims. Together they planted the seeds of friendship and peace for today and forevermore.

Teaching the Intricacies of Vietnamese Art via Instagram

16/06/2022 13:19

Vietnam's robust art history is often overlooked in the Western world. Fortunately, one French-Vietnamese art historian is making sure the talented artists of Vietnam's past are getting their dues on social media.

Revolutionary Writings: Understanding the Worldly Influence of President Ho Chi Minh's Poetry

17/05/2022 13:12

Ho Chi Minh has held many names and jobs throughout his life, from pastry chef to president. However, perhaps his most influential role was as a poet. Informed by his love of Vietnam and his many international visits, Uncle Ho's poetry continues to inspire citizens from across the globe.

Expat Spotlight: Sarir Afarinesh - A Friendly Guide through Hanoi's Intense Traffic

29/04/2022 07:30

Vietnamese road safety is hardly taught to foreigners. Now, one Austrian expat is making a change. This month's Expat Spotlight profiles Sarir Afarinesh and her mission to make Hanoi a safer place by providing empowering lessons to uneasy drivers.

[Photo Series]: Vietnam's Colorful Nightlife

27/04/2022 08:00

As night falls across Vietnam, natives, expats, and tourists all enjoy the dazzling lights of the big cities or the endless sky of twinkling stars in the countryside. For this month's installment, the VNT has compiled some of the best night shots taken by photographers from across the nation!

Du Lich Around: Mysterious Con Dao

07/04/2022 16:11

These tiny Vietnamese islands are a crucial waypoint in time; their harsh, colonial past overlaps with a hopeful, green future.

[Photo Series]: Vietnam in Bloom

21/03/2022 08:14

From serene lotuses to joyful apricot blossoms, well-manicured gardens to wild, colorful fields, Vietnam is a haven for flowers. Members of the VietnamTimes, alongside submissions from photographers across the nation, worked together to create a photo series dedicated to Vietnam in bloom.

Luck of the Irish Expat: How to Celebrate St. Patrick's Day in Hanoi

16/03/2022 13:56

Although miles away from home, Irish expats can still expect a high-spirited holiday in Hanoi!

Indulge in the Butterflies of Love: Romantic Works From Famous Vietnamese Poets

14/02/2022 09:13

This Valentine's Day, woo your significant other with love poems by Xuan Quynh, Xuan Dieu, and Ho Xuan Huong. Passed down through multiple generations, their poetry still touches the heart and soul.

Expat Spotlight: Tom Divers - Founder of the Vietnam Coracle

25/01/2022 16:00

Written with such love and care for Vietnam, the brilliant travel guides of Tom Divers inspire expats and foreign tourists to explore the wild, remote corners of the nation.

Tet Is Coming... Expats, Are You Ready?

24/01/2022 09:59

In anticipation for the Tet season, the Vietnam Times came up with some tips to help foreigners enjoy the holiday.

It's the Eye (and Year) of the Tiger

18/01/2022 14:59

In celebration of Year of the Tiger, the Vietnam Times has compiled a list of facts about Vietnam's fierce “God of the Mountain and Forests.”

Walking in a Vietnamese Wonderland: Where to Celebrate Christmas in Vietnam

23/12/2021 11:20

Thanks to the unique climate and landscapes, Vietnam's northern and southern regions offer two drastically different Christmas holidays. From the cozy mountain lodges of Sapa to the breezy beaches of Phu Quoc, the Christmas spirit can be found throughout Vietnam!