Vietnam

The intense beauty of Vietnam travel is breathtaking in all regards. Although the country is just beginning to emerge as a travel hotspot, Vietnam’s recognition is long past due. If this country is on your travel agenda, there are some definite dos and don’ts you’ll want to remember before you go!

Since your health should always come first, plan to make a doctor’s appointment a good 2 months before your trip, if possible. A good health provider will help decide what immunizations you may need to keep you alive and healthy during the course of your vacation. Vaccines for yellow fever & anti-malaria are just a couple of the things you will need to address before you go. For a trip like this, make certain the doctor you visit is well-versed in medicine for travelers. Be sure to mention any current medications you are on as well!

One strong suggestion for all you American’s scheduling trips to Vietnam; do not focus too much of your attention on the war. Although the Vietnamese like to tell their side of the story, they are also plagued with the daily task of forgetting it. With so many loved ones who still hold deep wounds and scars from the blood-filled battle, forgetting is something that’s not easily come by. If you are intrigued by the history of the war however, there are plenty of battle sites and memorials to keep you busy your entire trip. With the help of a trusty search engine, you can plan out your course through Vietnam’s war country before you go.

Vietnam travel is notorious for being a very inexpensive vacation. Although it is expected to rise in price as it becomes more discovered, you can plan an entire vacation extremely cheap. If you are booking your hotels online before you leave, do not be afraid of splurging! By splurging, we simply mean paying a few measly dollars extra a night. In doing so, you are ensured a safe, clean and splendid hotel experience. Safety is something you shouldn’t take lightly when visiting a foreign country!

Finally, prepare yourself mentally to be mauled…in a sense. The Vietnamese people are very loving and affectionate. People all over the country will shower you with kindness, love and attention. Being a tourist, you will also be classified as rich and encounter scores of people trying to sell you something, or simply ask you for some spare change. Always know where you are headed next and act as if you belong! Many of the Vietnamese people speak English and are willing and ready to help, if needed.

All Vietnam travel will leave you with an unforgettable experience. Between the crystal clear waters trickling into the sandy beaches and the beautiful green plains of rice paddies, your eyes will be in heaven. Any new trip to a foreign land results in a reverence for the people who live there and call the country home. All Vietnam travel will leave you with increased wisdom, respect, and a fountain of fond memories.

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For the past decade, Vietnam has turned to be among the fastest growing economies in the World. The country has been known as one of the safest and the most friendly destinations in Asia. This is just the right time to travel to Vietnam: it saves you money most while it gets you the once-in-a-life-time experience. Now is the only time that every of your penny spent brings you the best values. Let's look further into the clarifications to know why.






First of all, we all know that the US Dollar has lost a lot of its value compared to other national currencies recently. This makes all commodities and services priced in US Dollar much cheaper than before. Now you start know what I mean, folks! All travel and tourism services in Vietnam have been quoted in US Dollars for many years and this is not going to change anytime soon. This is just fantastic news for many non-US travelers as you get hefty discounts the moment your book your trip in Vietnam without the hassle of bargaining! And it's a pity since this is not good for those of you earning your income in US Dollar.



Look at the global business environment many analysts predict that the US Federal Reserve will have to hike the interest rate in 2009 which would probably mean the US Dollar is appreciating then. If you delay your tour until 2009, maybe the cost you have to spend for your Vietnam travel services wouldn't be so good anymore.



Secondly, the majority of the Western travelers in Vietnam have been from the United States. It may be not the case anymore as the US economy is not doing so well nowadays. Many folks in the US will have to tighten your travel expenses. This is not good news for us who are in travel industry and hospitality business in Vietnam, but it is good news for you, the non-US travelers! You have more choices now than ever!



Look back in 2006 and the first 3 quarters of 2007, there were huge hikes in accommodation rates, transport fees, tour costs..., since Vietnam started to boom. There was a surge in the number of Western travelers to Vietnam and the infrastructure for tourism in the country could not catch up to accommodate you all, hence price shooting the moon! Some folks were not that happy, I guess! You paid more and for what! Much less!

We in the travel business in Vietnam had a difficult time arranging the right service for our travelers, too. We had to rely on our good relations and good credits gained among our partners in a number of years for help.

The good thing was that the hard time ushered in creativities. In 2006 and 2007, we had the most creative tour itineraries for our travelers. Many of the bright ideas did not originate in our office, but from you – the travelers and our dedicated tour guide team. Thank you all for your precious co-operations,  recommendations and bright ideas! We still have some now for more in the future...It's good that we have maintained the culture at our company: to provide the service quality defined by our clients! We listen to our fellow travelers!

Thirdly, Vietnam started to have full membership of the WTO  (the World Trade Organization) in January 2007, the decision was made in 2006 though. This means things started from 2006 in Vietnam. Many of you may ask then what the heck is that to do with my trip to Vietnam ? Wow, it does...it actually does, I'm sorry...The reason is that Vietnam is now open and is the playground for many global players. You go and check the map of South East Asia: Vietnam is smack in the center! It's location, location, location! Thanks to the location, the Vietnamese had to encounter so many troubles throughout the history! Get a history book on Vietnam, you'll see what I mean!

Traveling in the country, you can still see Vietnam OK...Eh, I mean as traditional as ever...But please know that there have been numerous massive projects infrastructure-related ones in Vietnam already, most run by multi-national corporations. Without the difficulties in the global economy now, Vietnam would have been changed overnight! Traveling in Vietnam would mean cranking your way amid skyscrapers and heavy traffic full of cars and smoke! I didn't mean that this scenario was totally not good! It would be nice for the Vietnamese generally as they would have better living quality. But I'm talking about you, the travelers...Would you like to see Vietnam as it is nowadays and come back to see Vietnam in the future or would you only like to see Vietnam in the future only?

The charming elegant Ha Noi, the tranquil beach of Nha Trang, Phan Thiet and Mui Ne, the fresh nature of Da Lat and Sa Pa...are all relatively intact and definitely worth a trip now. No one knows for how long they'll remain that way...Scared of sacrificing amenities? Luxury hotels and resorts are found at most locations now, transportation is as easy and comfortable as ever. The Vietnamese and those in the travel/hospitality business are as professional now as ever, and friendly....And importantly, Vietnam is not fully booked now!


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Although this was Clarkson's least favorite adventure (due to his enduring hatred of all things two-wheeled, as opposed to four), the other presenters clearly enjoyed themselves. Buy a motor scooter and ride all the way from South Vietnam to North Vietnam. Starting in the heart of Saigon, journey to the mountain town of Da Lat for some awe-inspiring scenery. Having a shot of snake blood is optional, of course, but recommended. A visit to Hue, and the Hai Van Mountain Pass, is also in order. Clarkson called this "one of the best roads in the world." End your journey in the stunning Ha Long Bay, home to thousands of limestone islands and otherworldly beauty. You probably won't be inclined to turn your scooter into a boat as the presenters did, but you can take a cruise through this UNESCO World Heritage site and marvel at the unique scenery.

Vietnamese martial arts are highly developed as a result of the country's long history of warfare. All the forms are heavily influenced by Chinese martial arts but remain highly spiritual due to the influence of Vietnam's "triple religion" Confucianism, Buddhism and Taoism. The Vietnamese forms of martial arts are known for their scissor kicks but are much less known internationally than the Chinese, Japanese, Korean, and Thai forms.

Vietnamese art has traditionally been strongly influenced by Chinese Buddhist art as well as by Confucian and Taoist art. Calligraphy has long been an important part of Vietnamese culture and art, with scholars and artists traditionally commissioned to create calligraphy pieces at the Lunar New Year and to write prayers to be burned at temple shrines.
Vietnamese music varies slightly by region, with the northern region's classical music as the oldest and most formal. The two major forms of Vietnamese music are Imperial Court Music, such as Nhã nhạc, which features elaborately costumed dancers, and Ca trù, which is a form of chamber music typically associated with geisha-type entertainment.

Vietnam has a very diverse range of cuisines which vary based on region. Typical flavors are sweet, spicy, sour, and umami (such as nuoc mam from fish sauce - a popular Vietnamese ingredient). The cuisine is built largely on rice, vegetables, soy sauce, and a variety of noodle broth-based soups, the most famous of which is phở. The popular noodle soup is made by pouring hot broth over beef (or sometimes chicken), flash cooking it just before eating. It is eaten throughout the day, including for breakfast. There is an emphasis in Vietnamese cooking on using only native ingredients. The cuisine is gaining significant popularity in a number of international countries outside Asia.

As Vietnam remains largely rural, the two most important units in Vietnamese culture and social organization are village and country, with little emphasis on districts or provinces. Kinship is also extremely important in Vietnamese culture, with the clan coming before family (as opposed to family before clan in other cultures such as Chinese). Many villages are inhabited by people who are all related in someway by blood and clan hierarchies can be difficult to decipher as they are based on generations rather than age. Marriages used to be arranged and people married at a very young age but this has almost completely disappeared today. However, many young couples continue to incorporate a number of the elements of traditional Vietnamese weddings into their own ceremonies.

Vietnam has a history of strict dress codes. In feudal Vietnam, commoners could only wear very strictly monitored, simple clothes in certain colors, based on the whims of the lords. Peasants typically went barefoot, with sandals reserved for aristocrats. Monarchs had the exclusive right to wear the color gold, while nobles wore red or purple. Today, the most recognizable traditional Vietnamese form of dress is the Áo Dài, which is worn mainly by females (white Áo Dài is the typical female high school uniform) though sometimes by men as well. It is fashioned as a long dress with slits on both sides, worn over cotton pants. Other than the few women outside of high school who continue to wear Áo Dài, Vietnamese dress today is almost entirely Westernized.

Religion in Vietnam has historically been largely defined by the East Asian mix of Buddhism, Confucianism, and Taoism, the so-called Tam Giáo, or "triple religion." Vietnamese Buddhism has typically been the most popular. The country also has a strong cultural norm of ancestor worship as well as animism. This fits perfectly with the triple religion, making it difficult for many Vietnamese to express exactly which religion they practice.