Vietnam Travel Guides

Everything you need to plan a trip to Vietnam — visas, weather, transport, food, money, safety. Independently researched, regularly updated.

• Best Time to Visit Vietnam: Month-by-Month Weather Guide (2026)

  When to visit Vietnam, region by region — the real weather picture for Hanoi, Ha Long, Sapa, Hoi An, and Saigon. The country has no single 'best' season.

  Updated April 2026

• How Long to Spend in Vietnam: 7, 10, 14, or 21 Days? (2026)

  How long to spend in Vietnam in 2026: the definitive answer is 10-14 days. Breakdowns for 7, 10, 14, and 21-day trips, plus geography and Cambodia/Laos combo advice.

  Updated April 2026

• Vietnam Travel Budget: What It Actually Costs (2026)

  Real 2026 Vietnam travel costs — daily backpacker, mid-range, and boutique budgets with actual numbers for food, hotels, transport, and tours.

  Updated April 2026

• Vietnamese Food Guide: What to Eat City by City (2026)

  The essential dishes to eat in Vietnam, city by city — phở in Hanoi, bún bò in Hue, cao lầu in Hoi An, bánh xèo in Saigon.

  Updated April 2026

• Vietnam Packing List: What to Bring by Region & Season (2026)

  What to pack for Vietnam in 2026: rain shell, layers, sandals, temple-appropriate clothes, mosquito repellent, and region-by-region gear advice.

  Updated April 2026

• Is Vietnam Safe? Traveller Safety Guide (2026)

  Is Vietnam safe to visit in 2026? Yes — very safe overall. Main risks are traffic, petty theft in HCMC, and overcharging. Practical tips for solo travellers and women.

  Updated April 2026

• Vietnam Scams to Avoid: The Common Ones & How to Handle Them (2026)

  Vietnam scams to avoid in 2026: taxi meter tampering, fake tours, cyclo price switches, friendly-student gem-shop hustle, motorbike damage claims, and more.

  Updated April 2026

• How to Get Around Vietnam: Trains, Buses, Flights & Grab (2026)

  The real cost and journey time of every Vietnamese transport option — domestic flights, the Reunification Express, sleeper buses, Grab, and limousine vans.

  Updated April 2026

• Vietnam Visa for Tourists: e-Visa, Visa Exemption & Rules (2026)

  The 2026 Vietnam visa rules for tourists — 90-day e-visa, 45-day visa exemption countries, extensions, and how to apply in 10 minutes.

  Updated April 2026

• Where to Stay in Vietnam: Best Neighbourhoods & Hotel Tips (2026)

  Where to stay in Vietnam in 2026: best neighbourhoods in Hanoi, HCMC, Hoi An, Da Nang, plus hotel vs homestay vs hostel advice and typical prices.

  Updated April 2026