Travel Vietnam
Dreaming of your vacation in Vietnam? Read our guides and inspiration.
Facts
Vietnam is one of the most beautiful destinations to visit in South East Asia. The country covers 330 000 square kilometers with a 3200 km coastline.
There are 54 ethnic groups in Vietnam, with the biggest group being the Kinh. The other minority groups each have their own fascinating unique traditions and customs.
Vietnam is famous for its beautiful nature including karst mountains, massive caves, and stunning beaches.
As Vietnam shares land borders with China, Laos, and Cambodia, it’s easy for travelers to travel by land to other countries.
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Language
In the main cities, such as Hanoi, Ho Chi Minh, and Da Nang, many younger people speak English, although you may have to speak more slowly than your used to.
However, if you explore the small towns or go off the beaten path, you may find yourself having to use a bit of body language to get what you need!
Thus, knowing some basic Vietnamese phrases and words will be very useful for activities such as: booking a hotel room, ordering food, and haggling for souvenirs!
Being able to speak even some simple Vietnamese phrases is very much appreciated by the locals.
Google translate and pictures on your phone are also useful occasionally.
Check out our post here to prepare yourself before traveling to Vietnam.

Money
The official currency in Vietnam is the Vietnamese Dong (VND) and it is used in all places. Nowadays, most restaurants, supermarkets, and malls in big cities accept credit cards.
Since Cash is King in Vietnam, you should bring dollars and exchange them for VND here because it’s way cheaper. Don’t get VND at home.
transportation
It’s easy to get around Vietnam by bus or train. We recommend using 12Go to reserve and book your seats.
If you need to go around a city, you should download Grab as it’s cheaper than a traditional taxi.
Electricity
The electricity supply in Vietnam is 220 Volts. The plug is similar to the European or American type.
VISA
I recommend checking the visa rules regularly as it changes often.
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