Vietnam Travel Information

Have you selected Vietnam as your next vacation destination? We think that's a good choice, but before you spontaneously book your flight, make sure you know what you're getting into. Vietnam stretches all the way down the coast of the Indochina Peninsula and has very different regional climate changes. When people prepare for their Vietnam trip, t...

Besides famous tourist sites in major cities like Hanoi, Da Nang, and Saigon, you should make a trip to hike or trek one of the beautiful mountains in Vietnam to immerse yourself in the beautiful scenery nature and to understand yourself better, break your limits and connect with your inner self through adventurous sports. When you travel in V...

With your nuptial day behind you, it’s time to plan for your honeymoon (if you hadn’t planned before the wedding.) You probably have a couple of potential honeymoon destinations lingering in your head, but one seems to stand out: Vietnam! First things first, congratulations on choosing a Vietnam honeymoon! Even though a mention of the country’...

How often do you take the time to watch the sunset? The muse to artists, the subject of poetry, this daily phenomenon is all too often taken for granted, easily forgotten, and dismissed. Vietnam is well known for its natural beauty, incredible food, and great people. It's also home to some of the most beautiful locations to view the sunset. Al...

Join a Motorbike Tour in Ho Chi Minh

Are you planning your next vacation getaway? Vietnam is a fantastic destination with many adventures in store for travelers! While you're getting excited looking for flights and booking hotels, have you thought about what you'll need for the trip? Our newest addition to our Vietnam travel tips have you covered with a quick guide to packing for...

Ben Thanh Market in Ho Chi Minh City

Southeast Asia is HOT right now. Not only weather-wise but travel-wise as well!  Vietnam, in particular, has been breaking records with each passing year in terms of tourism. Despite the pandemic's havoc on the country's tourism, Vietnam remains on top of the popular Southeast Asian destinations.  Vietnam is expecting to house 5.2 million...

A two-year pilot program effective from February 1st, 2017 allows visitors from 40 countries to apply and receive Vietnamese visas via the Internet. Update: Since July 1st, 2020, e-visa becomes a formal element of Vietnam's Immigration Laws and visitors from these 80 countries can apply for an e-visa. Applications for Vietnam’s electronic visas (e-...

Trying Pho in Ho Chi Minh City

Are you a foodie enthusiast? Do you love and appreciate the specialty dishes that many countries have to offer? Do you often find yourself drooling to the aroma of steaming hot food, much like the feeling of smelling freshly brewed coffee in the morning? Like a lot of countries, Vietnam is no different when it comes to food and specialty dishes.&nb...

Traveling alone in Vietnam gives you the chance to submerge yourself with your surroundings without getting distracted entirely, but that comes with tradeoffs such as loneliness and safety concerns. All you need to do is spend some preparation for your trip and exercise common sense at all times when you are in Vietnam, and you should be alright. 1...

Crossing the street to the Independence Palace

With many different types of transportations in Vietnam, one of the biggest things that concern travelers is how to how to cross the streets with millions of motorbikes. To master the art of Vietnamese street crossing, all you need is patience and bravery. Walking is a fantastic way to explore and discover more of any places in the city, but it is ...

Scams and unfortunate events happen all over the world. When you travel, as long as you exercise caution and common sense, you will be able to enjoy your trip without feeling paranoid all of the time. Below are some of the common scams and annoyances in Vietnam and how to avoid them. 1. Pickpockets and Snatch Theft Your alertness should be from the...

Riding in Vietnam’s chaotic traffic can seem terrifying, especially for first-timers. The locals appear to be experts at navigating the traffic that comes honking from all different directions. Although the transportations in Vietnam seem scary, you should not be entirely paranoid as the locals drive these motorbikes daily – it is their way of life...

A few years back, travelers would not even consider taking public transport due to the confusion on the routes and the hop-on-hop-off methods that most of the locals do there – at least; they seem to know what they’re doing. Everything seemed so chaotic and that taking a taxi straight out of the airport seemed easier. Now, taking airport ...

Tip 1: Be aware of pickpockets, elbowing, and shoving when you exit the airport terminals. Be mindful of your wallet, phone, camera, and passport at all times. The airport a very crowded place and unfortunate events can happen. Tip 2: The airport has free Wi-Fi access, so you don’t need to buy an internet plan unless you have to. SIM cards and mobi...

Taxi is a common form of transportation to get around Ho Chi Minh City because it can make you avoid the heat and is easy to find. There are dozens of taxi brands operating in Ho Chi Minh City, and while some are legit and some are created to confuse and trick you. Asides from the common scams in Vietnam, here are the 3 things to keep in ...

On 10 May 2018, the Vietnamese Government has issued Resolution No. 54/NQ-CP, extending the validity of visa exemption for citizens of UK, France, Germany, Spain and Italy. The visa waiver for citizens of these 5 Western European countries is valid in 3 years, from 1 July 2018 to 30 June 2021. Citizens of the mentioned countries are exempted from v...