Vietnam
Vietnam offers a blend of vibrant yet traditional cities, idyllic coastline, awe-inspiring scenery, intriguing history, culture and cuisine. Vietnam is the 13th most populated country in the world and there are probably just as many motorbikes as people.
Cities are buzzing with thousands of motorbikes, but escape the noise and retreat to the beach, as Vietnam has the best beaches in all of Southeast Asia. Vietnam has finally begun to recover from the turmoils of their war-torn history. So when traveling to Vietnam, don't be afraid to learn about their past and embrace their present.
Cities are buzzing with thousands of motorbikes, but escape the noise and retreat to the beach, as Vietnam has the best beaches in all of Southeast Asia. Vietnam has finally begun to recover from the turmoils of their war-torn history. So when traveling to Vietnam, don't be afraid to learn about their past and embrace their present.
Fast Facts about Vietnam:
Capital: Hanoi
Official Language: Vietnamese
Currency: 1$CAD = ~17,090VND (Dong)
Population: 85.2 million
Time: GMT + 7hours
Official Language: Vietnamese
Currency: 1$CAD = ~17,090VND (Dong)
Population: 85.2 million
Time: GMT + 7hours
Crossing the street
in Ho Chi Minh city
is no easy task.
in Ho Chi Minh city
is no easy task.
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Interesting things to know about Vietnam:
Visas:
To enter Vietnam, you need to have a visa. This cannot be obtained upon arrival, so be sure to resolve this issue before attempting to enter the country.
Crossing the street:
While this may seem like an easy task, it is not when you are in Vietnam. The best way to cross the street, is to wait for an opening amidst the plathora of motorbikes, and then cross as though there are no motorbikes coming at you. Motorbikers drive less than 40km/hr and are able to easily avoid pedestrians, however if you stop mid-stride, it may throw off the driver, so you must cross the street almost as though you were blindfolded.
Tailored Suits:
In Vietnam, you can literally have anything you want turned into a reality, whether that may be a tailored suit or a pair of boots. However, when it comes to having things made, don't barter too much, the more you pay, the better the quality of the garment will be.
Phô:
Vietnamese noodle soup and a must try while you are in the country.
To enter Vietnam, you need to have a visa. This cannot be obtained upon arrival, so be sure to resolve this issue before attempting to enter the country.
Crossing the street:
While this may seem like an easy task, it is not when you are in Vietnam. The best way to cross the street, is to wait for an opening amidst the plathora of motorbikes, and then cross as though there are no motorbikes coming at you. Motorbikers drive less than 40km/hr and are able to easily avoid pedestrians, however if you stop mid-stride, it may throw off the driver, so you must cross the street almost as though you were blindfolded.
Tailored Suits:
In Vietnam, you can literally have anything you want turned into a reality, whether that may be a tailored suit or a pair of boots. However, when it comes to having things made, don't barter too much, the more you pay, the better the quality of the garment will be.
Phô:
Vietnamese noodle soup and a must try while you are in the country.
Useful words/phrases:
Hello = Seen chao
Thank you = Cam uun
How much? = Bow nyew?
Sorry = seen loy
Thank you = Cam uun
How much? = Bow nyew?
Sorry = seen loy
Time Magazine
Time Magazine has an amazing archive online where you can read all about the Vietnam War.
