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Travel to Vietnam

Escape to Vietnam - inundated with incredible history, golden-sand beaches, glorious mountain tops and mind-boggling cities. This Southeast Asian nation will have you planning your next trip back as soon as you leave.

Key facts

  • Currency: Vietnamese Dong (VND)
  • Population: 96 million
  • National dish: Pho
  • Bottle of beer: 40,000 VND
  • Offical language: Vietnamese
  • Hello: Xin Chao
  • Capital city: Hanoi
  • Minimum wage: 100,149 VND/hour
  • Annual temperatures: 13°C - 34°C

Culture

Vietnam is heavily influenced by Chinese culture. Family is highly valued over individualism and it’s common for three or more generations to live under one roof. Vietnamese people are considered to be one of the hardest working collectives.


Best time to visit

When travelling to the northern parts of Vietnam, the months from February - April (spring) and August - October (autumn) are the best times to visit. This is due to consistent sunny days and clear skies. When travelling further south, you’ll usually have beautiful, warm weather year-round.


Best places to visit

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