Tuesday, 31 Jan 2012 | Views [909]
It's a good idea to start bargaining for basic items such as fruit, before building up to more valuable items. Shopping is a gateway into Vietnam’s cultural, social and culinary heart. In addition to offering affordable textiles, ... Read more >
Tags: guide, language, shopping, tipping, vietnam
Monday, 1 Jun 2009 | Views [8559] | Comments [2]
Vietnam is a friendly country that is generally safe to travel to and full of wonders like Hanoi, the Mekong Delta and let’s not forget the always scrumptious roasted sparrow entrees! The Vietnamese are very appreciative if they see you trying to ... Read more >
Tags: culture, responsible travel, scams, southeast asia, travel, vietnam, volunteering
Monday, 1 Jun 2009 | Views [4961] | Comments [14]
Taxis Taxis are the number one place where even the savviest travelers are taken advantage of—yes, even you! Vietnam is no exception. That’s why you should only take licensed taxis that have official meters. The scamming may start ... Read more >
Tags: safety, scams, taxis, travel, vietnam
Monday, 1 Jun 2009 | Views [1329] | Comments [1]
Cyclos (also called trishaws) in Vietnam are now mainly for tourists, although many locals do still use them from time to time. They won’t be hard to miss as drivers ring their bells constantly trying to attract attention, especially near tourist attractions.... Read more >
Tags: culture, cyclos, rickshaw, southeast asia, travel tips, trishaw, vietnam
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