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How to use Dollars, Vietnamese Dong, Credit & Debit Cards in Vietnam

One of the foremost things on every traveler’s mind is money at the destination.  Where to get it, how much to keep, how to...
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Top 5 Tips for Traveling Vietnam with Kids

The tourism industry in Vietnam has grown tremendously since the mid-90s.  Previously thought of as a war-torn and inaccessible country, it is now a...
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How to Use a Mobile Phone in Vietnam in 5 Easy Steps

Mobile phones, especially smart phones are an essential part of international, inter-connected travel nowadays. Whether it be for calling home, contacting hotels/tour operators, planning...
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Actionable safety tips for solo female travelers in Vietnam

Although Vietnam is one of the safest countries in the world for solo travelers, women traveling alone are still more likely than men to...
Hanoi Shopping

The Ultimate Hanoi Shopping Guide – What to buy and where to buy it...

We wrote a very popular article focused on Ho Chi Minh City shopping awhile back, and have since had many requests for a similar piece for shopping...
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