Building a Life in Vietnam: Community, Creativity & Culture

In this episode of Melanin Without Borders, I sit down with HAPPI and Cleo, a creative couple who recently made the move from the U.S. to Da Nang, Vietnam. Together, we explore what life is actually like beyond the social media highlights and travel vlogs.We discuss their journey to Vietnam, the realities of being Black in a country where very few people look like you, and how they've built meaningful relationships with both locals and fellow expats. HAPPI and Cleo share their experiences navigating cultural differences, creating community, and finding a sense of belonging far from home.As entrepreneurs and creatives, they also offer an honest look at running businesses abroad, balancing work and lifestyle, and why Vietnam has become an increasingly attractive destination for people looking to design a different kind of life.