How to Pay in Vietnam in 2026: Cards, VietQR, Cash, ATMs and Currency Exchange
Vietnam is increasingly cashless, but cash is still useful, international cards are not accepted everywhere, and QR payments are now common even at very small…
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What to eat in Vietnam beyond phở: a regional food guide
Regional Vietnamese dishes, ingredients, serving, ordering and phrases for dietary questions.
Best Beaches in Vietnam: Where to Go by Month and Which Destination to Choose
Vietnam has almost 3,300 km of coastline, but there is no single nationwide “beach season”. In winter, the most reliable beach weather is usually found…
Everyday Vietnam: How to Communicate at Markets, Cafés and in Vietnamese Homes
Travellers in Vietnam rarely need a deep understanding of local etiquette. Mispronouncing a word, choosing the wrong form of address or not knowing where to…
Nha Trang Travel Guide: How Many Days, Where to Stay and What to Do
How long should you stay in Nha Trang? Three days covers the city, beach and one outing; five to seven days gives you time for…
Hue, Da Nang and Hoi An in 5–7 Days: A Practical Central Vietnam Itinerary
Hue, Da Nang and Hoi An are close enough to combine in one trip, but they should not be treated as three similar stops. Hue…
Vietnamese Coffee: How a French Import Became a National Habit
How coffee arrived in Vietnam, why the country became the world’s second-largest exporter, which drinks to order, and where to try the best coffee in…
From Mivina to Vinpearl: How a Billionaire from Kharkiv Changed Vietnam
Can instant noodles make you enough money to build your own Disneyland on a tropical island? Pham Nhat Vuong went from trading in Moscow and…
How Much Does One Month in Vietnam Cost? 2026 Travel and Living Budget
How much does one month in Vietnam cost? Plan 18–25 million VND for a simple monthly lifestyle, or 28–40 million for more comfort. Compare housing,…
SIM Cards and Mobile Internet in Vietnam: Which Operator Is Best for Foreigners in 2026
Buying a SIM card in Vietnam is easy. Buying one that is actually registered to your foreign passport, will not suddenly be blocked, and can…
Transport in Vietnam: How to Get Around Cities and Travel Between Them — Routes, Prices and Apps
There is no single best form of transport in Vietnam. Between Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh City, flying is usually the most rational choice. Between…
VNeID for Foreigners in Vietnam: Who Can Apply, How to Get It, and What It Means for Tourists and Expats
Since September 28, 2026, foreigners who lawfully entered or reside in Vietnam may request VNeID. Here is how the levels, documents, timing, and limitations work…
How to Rent an Apartment in Vietnam: Contract, Deposit, Utilities and What to Check Before Paying
Renting an apartment in Vietnam is usually easier than in many European countries. Landlords rarely ask for a credit history, salary statements or references from…
When to Visit Vietnam: Weather and Seasons by Month and Region
A month-by-month guide to Vietnam weather: choose the best region for beaches, cities, mountains or a multi-region trip.
Edible bird’s nests: who first thought of eating them, and why are they so expensive?
From perilous cave harvests to gift boxes worth millions of dong.
Blood Oaths, Fire-Breathing Dragons and Hidden Mechanisms: The Story of Vietnamese Water Puppetry
How a rainy-season village pastime reached the imperial court and won over audiences around the world.
Tet in Vietnam: How to Experience the Country’s Biggest Holiday and Plan Your Trip
Tet is one of the best — and at the same time one of the most inconvenient — periods for a first trip to Vietnam.…
Where to Live in Vietnam for a Month: Da Nang, Nha Trang, Ho Chi Minh City, Hanoi, or Da Lat
Choose a Vietnam base for a month by daily life: sea, work, districts, season, budget and a one-week housing test.
Vietnam in 14 days: three routes without racing across the country
Three workable two-week routes through north, central and south Vietnam: nights, transfers, weather buffer and booking order.
Ho Chi Minh City: What to See in 3–4 Days, Where to Stay, What to Eat and How to Get Around
A practical Ho Chi Minh City guide for 3–4 days: where to stay, what to see, what to eat and how to navigate the city.
Local guides and articles on life in Vietnam: travel tips, place reviews, local news and events for residents and visitors.