Step 1: How many days do you have in Vietnam ? Check your plan and schedule to see how many days you intend staying in Vietnam. This is very important before you make a detailed plan. Some backpackers spend a month in Vietnam, so their plans may be very different compared to yours with a […]
Category Archives: Tips
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Oct
1. A Japanese tourist was lost in the center of Hanoi, he asked two youths Hanoians the way to go to the station. He asked in English, French, Spanish, German and of course Japanese, but the other two did not understand. He shrugged off. One of the two told the other: – Hey, we have […]
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By Rehahn, one of the best photographers in Hoi An. Find him at www.rehahnphotographer.com Tips for photographers Whether you’re an amateur photographer or a professional we can all agree that when it comes to taking the best photo, we are all creatures that follow activity and light. By nature, photographers are always looking for stimulation […]
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Dec
– Pointing your finger is seen as offensive. Try to gesture using your whole hand instead. – Public displays of affection are generally not as common in Vietnam, so avoiding it can save you some unwanted attention. – Shoes are strictly outdoor wear in Vietnam, and you’ll be expected to remove your shoes for homes, pagodas […]
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Dec
Dec
Vietnam is a blend of many different cultures, and its population is made up of many different ethnic groups.And we had a history of foreign occupation and warfare, and the nation still bears visible signs of this. However, expats will find that Vietnamese society is hospitable and the local people are warm and welcoming towards […]
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Dec
Dec
Exchange rate: Vietnam currency is Dong or VND as most call it. 1 USD is equivalent to 23,000 VND, 1 Euro is equivalent to 27,000 VND, and 1 pound is equivalent to 30,600 VND. Most smartphones have apps to quickly convert rates with the click of a button, which makes comparing and planning much easier. However, […]
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Dec
Dec
Do you feel annoyed when using ATM in Vietnam? It always charges a few dollars every time you withdraw your money. And most of them have a limit of 2 million VND ($100) at one time. This includes DongA bank and others. But luckily you can use a cash machine – MB bank on the […]
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Hi everybody, Today, I want to share with you some simple Vietnamese phrases, which you can use while you are traveling in Vietnam. It’s really helpful if you can communicate a bit with locals. The Vietnamese language is not an easy language, so even many expats have been living here in 5 years, 10 years, they […]