Where's Baldo?

To baldly go where others have gone before.


Hi there, I'm Baldo! Welcome to my tech and travel blog.

I post about various tech-related things, depending mostly on what projects I happen to be working on at the time, and travel-related posts based on where I currently am or have just visited. This blog is still a work-in-progress, so apologies for any missing features!

You can check out my about page for more info on the site and my goals if you'd like. Otherwise, I hope you're able to find something useful here to help you with your tech or travel-related journey!


Latest Posts

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One Month at the Ramada by Wyndham, Ha Long, Vietnam

We spent a month relaxing in an apartment suite at the Ramada by Windham in Ha Long, Vietnam. Here's what we thought of the hotel and it's amenities...

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An Afternoon in Ocean Park 2 and 3, Hung Yen, Vietnam

We spent an afternoon exploring the Vinhomes Ocean Park 2 and 3 neighbourhoods in Hung Yen, Vietnam. It was not what I expected...

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One Month in Vinhomes Smart City, Hanoi, Vietnam

I'm spending one month staying at an apartment in the Vinhomes 'Smart City' complex, in Hanoi. These are my impressions thus far...


Popular in Tech

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Fix "Cannot find module ..." TypeScript errors in VS Code

"Cannot find module" errors can pop-up when using TypeScript with VS Code. In this post I'll show you how to properly set up your IDE to avoid these errors.

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Google Apps Script: 2 Caching Methods You Need to Use!

Apps Script imposes execution time limits, which can cause issues. In this post I'll show you how to vastly improve your code efficiency via 2 caching methods.

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Google Sheets: Use Built-in Functions to Fetch JSON API Data

In this post I show you how to fetch JSON data from an API, in Google Sheets, without requiring additional auth scopes, and without having to set up triggers in Apps Script.

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Understanding PostgreSQL RLS, and When to Use it

Row Level Security, or RLS, is one of PostgreSQL's most powerful features. But what exactly is it, and why would you need it?

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Build a Weather Widget Using Next.js

In this Next.js tutorial, we'll learn how to create a simple weather widget using Next.js, React, and OpenWeatherMap.

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The Pros and Cons of Using a Monorepo

A monorepo, in a nutshell, is a collection of many different apps and packages in a single codebase. In this post we'll look at the pros and cons of using one.

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How to Redirect URLs with Netlify

Netlify has built-in support for URL redirection and rewrites, and it's super simple to use. In this post, I'll show you how to use them.


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Popular in Travel

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Da Nang Beaches - Pham Van Dong vs. My Khe

Da Nang is quite well known for its beaches, but there are two main beaches: Pham Van Dong beach and My Khe beach. How do they fare, and which one is better?

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Must Try Food and Drinks in Ireland

I'm not a "foodie", nor am I posh when it comes to food. That said, I certainly enjoy good food, and so this is my list of must try food and drinks in Ireland.

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Linh Ứng Pagoda, Da Nang, Vietnam

This Linh Ung Pagoda is ~10km from the city center, high up in the mountains (over 600 meters above sea level), and can be seen from most parts of Danang.

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Pointe-à-Callière Museum of Archaeology and History, Montreal, Canada

The Pointe-à-Callière Museum of Archaeology and History, like it's name suggests, is a museum about the histpry of Montreal, built on it's original foundations.

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S Plus Bungalow in Sapa, Vietnam

I stayed at 3 different hotels in Sa Pa, Vietnam. S Plus Bungalow was the last of the 3, and man was it fantastic!

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I Had One of the Best Burgers Ever at Haneda Airport

I had a layover at Haneda airport in Tokyo recently, and decided to grab a burger. I had no idea it was going to be one of the best burgers of my life.

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Climbing Fansipan Mountain, in Sapa, Vietnam

Fansipan Mountain, the highest peak in Indochina, is popular among tourists and locals alike. It's a beautiful place to visit, with spectacular views from the peak.


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