MyProGuide Journal
Travel stories & local guides
First-hand tips, hidden gems and destination guides — written by our local experts across Asia.
One Perfect Day in Saigon: 6 Essential Things to Do
Saigon, also called Ho Chi Minh City(HCMC), is the most thriving and influential city among Vietnam. Hundreds and thousands of Vietnamese and foreign expatriates throng to Ho Chi Minh City to make their living. Thus, people from various cultural background build up an inclusive and unique lifestyle
Jun 20, 2019
Interview with Jo Wong: Founder of MyProGuide
Not only your tour guide but also your friend! This is the motto of MyProGuide’s founder Jo Wong, and also the purpose and vision of his company. Tour-guiding isn’t just walking around, telling people information they already can get from google. The true fun of hiring a tour guide is because they a
Jun 18, 2019
Celebrating Dragon Boat Festival Around Southeast Asia
With the influences of the Chinese culture, Dragon Boat Festival, often known as Dunwu in Mandarin, is celebrated in many places around the world. Happening on the 7th of June this year, Dragon Boat Festival is a traditional Chinese festival commemorating an ancient Chinese poet Qu Yuan. However, as
Jun 7, 2019
10 Must-Go Tourist Spots in Saigon | 5-Minute Quick View
Saigon, nowadays named Ho Chi Minh City(HCMC), is the most popular and prosperous city among Vietnam. Every year, Saigon or Ho Chi Minh City attracts more than 6 million visitors to explore its beauty. Actually, because of French colonial history, Saigon is tinged with both Oriental and European cul
Jun 5, 2019
Dragon Boat Festival in Taiwan | History, Traditions, Top 5 Dragon Boat Racing Spots
Dragon boat festival is just around the corner. It is one of the most important and representative holidays in Taiwan. If you’ve never heard of Dragon Boat Festival, you may wonder, what’s the origin of this holiday? How do people celebrate this traditional holiday? Where can I watch the famous drag
Jun 1, 2019
Here’s Why the Importance of Tour Guide Goes Beyond Your Thinking
Do you prefer traveling independently just like most modern people do? Perhaps you think it is way more flexible during a trip without worries about keeping up with a fixed schedule. In reality, however, this is not a problem to consider since nowadays the role of tour guides provides customized ser
May 14, 2019
Hidden Gems in Dadaocheng | Honest Picks from Local Guide
Dadocheng, located in Datong District, is one of the earliest developed districts of Taipei. Until today, Dadaocheng is still the most well-preserved old neighborhood. If you only have one day to explore Taipei and Taiwanese culture, Dihua street is where you canvisit for half day or so. A street fi
May 12, 2019
3 Must-go Areas if You Only Have 24 Hours in Taipei
What? Only 24 hours in Taipei? We would say it’s a pity if you fail to have a long-term stay in Taipei. Taipei is a city rich in unique tourist attractions and famous for its cultural diversity. That means you can discover what you expect to explore, from fancy fashion to traditional custom, and eve
Apr 30, 2019
The Truth and Challenges of Being a Tour Guide
People always have a good fantasy about tour guiding, basing on an image that this job is able to get you to everywhere around the world. Tour guiding is a rewarding job for sure since there are many good chances of exploring different countries and meeting up new foreign friends. In the meantime, t
Apr 3, 2019
5 Pivotal Ways to Start Building Your Personal Brand as a Tour Guide
You realize why you want be a tour guide, but does taking your first step of building your personal brand keep bothering you? Perhaps there are a slew of questions and self-doubts in your mind at the moment. No worries! MyProGuide has sorted out 5 personal branding strategies for tour guides like yo
Mar 23, 2019
5 Reasons Why Everyone Dreams to Become a Tour Guide
There is no impeccable dream job on the planet, but tour guides are most likely to be one. Based on a research from the Ohio State University, the level of satisfaction with job influences people’s health condition in their later years. Are you happy with your current job? If you like taking adventu
Mar 22, 2019
Insider Guide About Nightlife In Bangkok You Have To Experience It Yourself
What comes into your mind when speaking of the night of Bangkok? Are there neon lights sparkling in your eyes? You might also pass by massive signs calling you to have a seat in all different kinds of cabaret shows. The sight of mouth-watering street food and the smell of exotic flavor flooding the
Mar 21, 2019