Why Visiting Vietnam should be a thought.

If you are thinking of visiting a foreign and an interesting country, think no more. Vietnam probably is one of the most beautiful countries in the world. There are many reasons why it is worth for visiting Vietnam, but here are the most important reasons.

Easy visa processing: some time back, processing a visa to Vietnam was marred with a lot of rules and regulations. However, all these hassles are long forgotten. The government in bid to promote tourism, through the ministry of immigration, has introduced a new easy and fast way to get a Vietnamese visa within two days. If you belong to Asian countries like Thailand, Singapore and Laos you do not need a visa to enter Vietnam so long as you not staying for more than a month. Multiple and single visa entries applications are available. You may also opt for visa on arrival. This whereby you apply for a Vietnamese visa online and do all your payments online too. After a period of two days you get your approval letter and print it out together with two passport photographs of you, you are seat to go. When you arrive in Vietnam, the airport authorities, very conveniently, will stamp your visa! As long as you land in one of the three international airports, that offers the service.

Wonderful people: in Vietnam, smiling is an asset. Everyone smiling adding more beauty to his or her country. The people are also warm and very welcoming. Their way of life is further deeply rooted to the teachings of Confucius, which are related to good mannerisms like kindness, courtesy. The Vietnamese people seem to have bonded these teachings into their hearts; they follow them to the letter. We live in world of technology, where mobile phones seem to take 90% of our time and most us do not care about the next person. In Vietnam, the people whether they know you or not they will do what they know best, smile at you.

Nice food: it is only in Vietnam that you will find fresh vegetables, freshly picked herbs and fruits. This is to say that their cuisine is very tasty. Seafood in Vietnam is fresh too! At times, it is direct from the source. The French, particularly the use of baguettes, influence most of their foods. Their staple food Pho- , the different types of Banh or cakes and a wide range of Banh mi or breads.  You will not starve in Vietnam.

Affordable: having spent money on air ticket and visa application not to talk of your hotel room, you probably do not want to spend more money lest you run bankrupt. However, life in Vietnam is still affordable. This is despite the fact there are more tourist every year visiting Vietnam. One would think that this would make life be expensive. With as little as 30$ per day, you may get a nice hotel room in the capitals like Ho Chi Minh City as well as Hanoi.

Dazzling Beauty:  among the Asian countries, Vietnam stands out to be more beautiful. It is probably perfect, set apart with serene landscape, beautiful to the eye. One part of the country has beautiful beaches, while the other part has an array of magnificent mountains; which are covered with mahogany and other slow growing trees. Halong Bay is another breath taking world accustomed site remarked by the UNESCO.  UNESCO also has enlisted the Cham islands and Phong Nha bang caves. you don’t want to read only , but also see as well.

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Nha Trang Hotel promotions

Nha Trang Hotel promotions
Nha Trang, one of the world’s ideal destinations as recommended on the www.priceoftravel.com. It can be compared to Bali, Indonesia; Rio de Janeiro, Brazil; and Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia.

This summer, to encourage visitors to come, some of four and five stars hotels have reduced the cost or offered big promotions such as free teaching children to swim. The discounts and promotions will be ended till the end of August 2014.

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Vietjet airlines launchs new routes - Da Nang - Korea and Ha Noi - Korea

Da Nang – Korea and Ha Noi – Korea

Vietjet has planned to launch two new international air routes from Vietnam to Korea. The first route will be from Da Nang to Incheon – Korea which will be taking off on the 16^th July, 2014. The second round going to be from Ha Noi, the capital of Vietnam to Incheon on the 24^th July, 2014.

Vietjet Air has reported that the plan has completed necessary conditions with these two air routes.

Vietjet air is the first private airlines company and is the fourth airline company in Vietnam. Establishing in 2007 but for some reasons the first flight had delayed till Dec 2011.

Following JetBlue, Vietjet air is a low-cost service airline firm.

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Quang Ninh – Free buses

Quang Ninh – Free buses

Free Shuttle Buses

15/6/2014 Free Shuttle Bus has opened in Quang Ninh. These shuttle buses run by Syrena Vietnam, the investor of Ha Long Marine Plaza.

The bus run about 4 round a day starts from 15h to 22h10 every day, these buses can carry 29 passengers on bus. The route connect about 12 points in the city from Chay to Ha Long Marine Plaza through Hoang Quoc Viet street and other beaches and hotels.

Quang Ninh is one of the most popular destination in Vietnam. The number of travelers here has increased each year. Famous palces like Bai Chay and Tuan Chau.

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Vung Tau A desire destination in vietnam

A place of choice and fun

Despite the East Sea crisis, travelers to the city has reached to 6.9 million visitors in first half of 2014, a 17 per cent year on year increase, said The Department of Culture, Sports and Tourism of Ba Ria-Vung Tau Province.

The turnover also has increased to US$86 million, up to 23 per cent compare to the same time last year. Not only the visitors but the number of inverters are also increased throughout the year, he also express.

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Get used to traffic and commotion during your Vietnam travel

Are you coming from the western countries or even westernized nations that put everything to order including the transport industry? Well, as you prepare to visit Vietnam there are certain things you might have to get accustomed to as far as using roads and pathways is concerned.

Normally the Vietnamese do not use pathways but roads instead. Most pathways along the roads are already occupied by small business traders and hawkers leaving pedestrians cyclists and motorists to share the main roads leading to heavy traffic. As a result of this you will find it difficult to navigate along roads on foot if you are a first time visitor there.

With such a high number of both inappropriate and appropriate road users you definitely expect to find it common that people break traffic rules and regulations.

 Noises and disorder:

When there are too many road users and most of them on engine driven automobiles, it can rarely be silent on roads. Engine vehicles and motorbikes pollute the air with noises and worst is the hooting noises that come with it which surprisingly doesn’t raise any concern with the locals. Talking of random turns by the motorbike users and flag it as a possible cause of an accident as you will never know when a motorbike runs over your feet as you cross or walk along the road. You are strongly advised to hire a taxi if you can afford it as it’s cheap and will get you almost anywhere you want.

If you speak about disorderliness on Vietnamese roads you will have more than enough points to highlight. As already pointed out, with cyclists and motorist, corners are negotiated almost anywhere sometimes even over pathways and pavements. You might think of it as madness but is all because of the high number of road users that generate a scamper for even the slightest space available. Likewise pedestrians walk on both sides of the road regardless of where the traffic heads as opposed to other countries where they should walk alongside roads but against the traffic. As a driver on Vietnamese roads you can easily get away with regular traffic offenses not just once but almost everyday.

As you prepare for your Vietnam travel it is advisable that you get yourself prepared at least psychologically for the commotions, hustle and bustles of everyday life on roads. You have a steep learning curve as a foreigner if you are to drive yourself here in Vietnam even as an already qualified driver in the West. You may stick to your own driving experience but be sure you will find it rough on roads until you get used to it. Additionally, you will find it quite difficult even as a pedestrian but as already put, it is a matter of psychological preparation before one gets used to it.

With a little care and open mindedness, you will slowly learn to appreciate and get used to traffic life in this country as a foreigner during your Vietnam travel.

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Visa for Russian

On 24^th Jul, 2014 The Ministry of culture, sport and tourism of Vietnam has proposed to the Prime Minister to change the visa policy for Russian tourists from free entry for 15 days to 30 days as Asian countries.

Vietnam has set free visa to entry the country for 15 days since 2009, the number of tourist from Russia therefore has been increasing dramatically. With new proposal the Tourism Minister wishes to encourage more tourists to come and encouraging them to stay longer.

Khanh Hoa province has been a popular destination since then. Recently, the leaders of Khanh Hoa and Lam Dong province had meeting and developing tours within these two provinces to introduce more beautiful for tourist to come.

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Vietnam travel tour guides

The goal and purpose of these people is to give a comprehensive and up to date report and information about the travelling and staying in the country. Vietnam’s official language is Vietnamese, a tonal language spoken as a mother tongue by 90% the country’s population. Vietnamese is written using a 29 letter alphabetical system. However, the accent of Vietnamese varies from province to province. Besides Vietnamese, around 50 other languages are spoken by ethnic minorities. English is a popular foreign language and is used in mostly in offices, restaurants in big cities or tourism places. French, Russian, Chinese, Japanese… are also popular and can be found in tourist places. Worry not when planning a Vietnam travel, these tour guides will always help translate the language to you understanding. Try to find an English speaking tour guide so as not to miss on the Vietnam history and culture, without a guide who will be interpreting to you.

Tour guides will always tell and advise you that Vietnam travel is always friendly and safe place to travel. With a sprinkling of common sense, your trip should be smooth and trouble free. Tourists usually complain about over-aggressive street vendors, tour operators with a bad attitude and dangerous driving habits. However, with a cool head and sensible planning, you can avoid these problems by simply finding the best tour guide to take you through.

 DOS

• Vietnamese dress conservatively. Despite the heat, it’s best not to show off too much skin. If you do, especially girls, you’ll only draw stares from the locals.


• Dress well when visiting pagodas. No shorts or tatty beer t-shirts. Shoes are fine, and rarely will you have to remove them. If unsure, just follow what the locals do.


• Drink plenty of bottled water, especially when walking around sightseeing. No need to carry huge bottles around with you, a vendor is never far away and no doubt they will find you before you find them.


• Keep your cash, credit cards, airline tickets and other valuables in a safe place.


• Travel with recommend tour agencies. Even if you plan to buy tickets when in country, research your journey a little first on the Internet. A good resource is Lonely Planet’s Thorn Tree Forum, where fellow tourists discuss travel in Vietnam.

DON’TS

• Violent crime is highly unusual in Vietnam, but petty crime is more apparent. If you have a bag, or tout a digital camera around your neck, you are a potential target.


• When taking a ride by motorbike taxi (xe om) make sure your bag, if any, is not on display or easy to grab. Bag snatches, although still rare, are probably the most likely crime a tourist would encounter.


• Don’t wear singlets, shorts, skirts or dresses, or revealing clothes to temples or pagodas.


• Physical displays of affection between lovers in public are frowned upon. That’s why you may come across couples holding hands but not hugging or kissing.


• Losing your temper in Vietnam means a loss of face. Keep a cool head and remain polite, you’ll have a greater chance of getting what you want.


• Remember, this is Vietnam, is a developing country, and things don’t quite work as you are maybe used to. Don’t be paranoid about your safety; just be aware of your surroundings.

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WHY CONSIDER HA LONG BAY AND SAPA WHEN ON VIETNAM TRAVEL

Being a very beautiful country of striking landscapes, Vietnam also offers world class tourist destinations for anyone in the holiday spirit. The country has many unforgettable beautiful places to visit. The two major ones I think you should not miss out on when on Vietnam travel are the Ha long bay and Sapa. The two are great highlights of Vietnam for good reasons. The two are in no way the same but are both beautiful and major spots you wouldn’t want to miss out on. However, the main driving factor behind you choice should be solely grounded on your interests and what you wish to get out of your trip.

Ha long bay (bay of descending dragons), is situated in North of Vietnam around a 120km coastline. It is so breathtaking and it features thousands of islands. Most of them are hollow with enormous caves. Others include lakes and some even support floating villages of fishermen. Each is topped with thick jungle vegetation forming a spectacular seascape of limestone pillars. This beautiful bay offers an array of activities that will make Vietnam travel even more interesting. This includes kayaking, swimming, rock climbing, cycling and boat trips. Boat cruises happen to be the best way to experience the natural wonder of Ha long bay. There are several boats ranging from traditional Chinese junks to luxury cruisers, and when on board, meals are provided. You also get to enjoy nightlife activities and excursion stops where islands caves and lagoons can be explored.

Sapa on the other hand has some jaw dropping scenic vistas on a clear day. It is a place in the remote northwest of Vietnam surrounded by pictorial mountains, rice terraces and a diversity of hill tribes’ .If by any chance you are interested in ethnic minorities or you are a trekker, this is definitely the place to be in the course of your visit. This is due to the fact that, guided treks which include visits to the ethnic minority villages are available from half day and range from easy to challenging. These tours present views of beautiful waterfalls, and the opportunities to experience the food, customs and way of life among the local tribes. This fascinating experience will make your visit very unforgettable.

If you are looking to relax during your visit, both places offer this opportunity. When in halong bay, you can relax on deck or on Cat Ba Island, on the beach, whereas in Sapa, relaxation will be in the form of finding a spot overlooking the valley maybe with a good book to read. Unfortunately, Sapa has no sunbathing spots as the only pool in town is covered and only accessible to guests of the Victoria Sapa Hotel, and also if you are looking to party Sapa is also not a place for you. Both places can get very chilly during winter; therefore they may not be suitable if you are looking to make the best of some warmth during your Vietnam travel.

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Vietnam travels advisories

There is no nationwide advisory body in effect to give travellers advisory for Vietnam travel. However, you are advised to practice a high scale of restraint due to increasing petty crime affecting foreigners. It is not somebody else responsibility to tell you to make a Vietnam travel. Before you make such plans you are required to get informed on the current issues and information so as to make good decisions for your trip.

Crime

In most of the big cities though there are no serious crime reported, but there have been some minor crimes where the perpetrators use razors and knives to threaten and steal from the tourists who make travel to Vietnam. When leaving the airport always use the airport taxis or hotel travel services to avoid theft and other forms of crimes.  If on arrival you expect to be picked up, then always asked for the drivers name and phone number this is because there are some people who will pretend to be your driver and they will take you and loot everything you may be carrying. Remember also to know where you are going to avoid to be taken to a wrong place where you might be robbed off.

Credit card fraud

There are several forgeries in credit cards that are meant to steal your money. It’s advised not to use your credit cards in small shopping places and always to remain keen when doing your transactions. It will be safer if you get another credit card and load it with not more funds but only which you will wish to spend while in Vietnam.

Piracy

They mostly occur in the coastal regions and in the waters. Yes there is the Vietnam navy that patrols but sometimes the pirates may use tricks to get to you and others while on the shore.

Accidents

Be informed as you make plans for the Vietnam travel that there are accidents that do occur in Vietnam and in most cases lead to death and total deformation. The roads and cars are poorly maintained, the cities are densely populated and the drivers are driving recklessly so as you travel, take caution for such. In case of rainfall most roads become very impassable and night travels are very dangerous more so to foreigners. Regardless of whether you are a driver in your home country with a valid driving license, when you get to Vietnam and wish to drive you must get a Vietnam driving license else you risk arrest and prosecution for violation of the state laws. It is even better if you hire a car and a driver to avoid this arrests and prosecutions.

Food and meals

While in the hotels, never at any given time leave you food in the hands of a stranger even when going for a short call or whatever thing that may make you leave your table. Also don’t take or accept any kind of snacks, cigars or gums from stranger, this because they may contain drugs that may impair you thinking and even the eye sight. Remember also not to buy any drink from street vendors as the quality of the drink may be questionable.

Emergency

In case of any emergency dial 113 for the police assistance, 144 for firefighters, and 155 for ambulance.

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Vietnamese Foods you must try out during your Vietnam Travel

A  Vietnam travel cannot be complete without experiencing their finger leaking foods. Vietnamese food has on several occasions been voted to be the healthiest foods in the world as confirmed by nutritionist all over the world. The food is a blend of different foods eaten by some countries. It includes French influences including pate and baguettes, Malay and Indian cuisines with chilies and curries. Vietnamese mostly eat grilled meats, seafood dishes that are mostly spiced with chili and tamarind and not recommended for the faint hearted, fresh vegetables and cold noodles. The foods are available in the streets and mostly impossible for you to resist the amazing aroma oozing from the incredibly prepared foods.  Time is not a limiting factor when it comes to Vietnamese foods as they are prepared all day and night.        Vietnamese people are also among the healthiest people in the world. This is mostly because their snacks are healthy seafood’s that one can grab in between meals.

 To spice things up, foods vary depending on the location. Different parts of Vietnam people eat different foods which are really interesting and an advantage to you as a tourist since you do not have to eat the same type of food throughout your Vietnam travel. When you travel to the north of Vietnam, expect to consume a variety of hot soups because of the weather. The north of Vietnam is known for its cold weather hence the hot soups. There is the Vietnam’s soup which depending on where you consume it will cost you between five thousand to ten thousand dong. The soup is made with mint leaves, peanuts, bean sprouts, white vermicelli noodles and wedged chicken or beef and eaten with chilies and sauce using a spoon and chopsticks which can deem hard for a fast timer. The North also enjoys grilled meat which is mostly known as Bun Cha in Vietnam. A serving of the grilled meal will keep you full for long hours hence preferred by most Vietnamese and tourists besides, their aroma as the meat is grilled is hard to resist.

Alcohol in Vietnam is brewed for people who enjoy a drink or two after a long day touring Vietnam or a long day at work. It is commonly known as BIA Hoi. Apart from soups, dog meat, Cobra meat, fried silk worms among others are some exotic foods eaten in the north. Central Vietnam people consume foods eaten by emperors. Bun Bo Hue a spiced beef soup and imperial spring rolls are most common. A pancake like food containing shrimps, bean sprouts and eggs is commonly preferred and served with a rich peanut sauce. Seafood, rice and boiled crabs are a specialty in the center of Vietnam. The south of Vietnam is said to be developed than the rest of Vietnam hence known for the best foods. Only high quality foods can be found here from fresh meats, vegetables, fruits and foods from different countries like America, India and Mexico are common. You must try the Banh Xeo, spring rolls and Hot Vit Lon during your southern Vietnam travel.

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Vietnam travel statistics

Over the past ten years Vietnam has experienced an extraordinary growth in tourism industry as the numbers of people applying for a Vietnam travel goes up; the increase has been experienced from the 1998 which shows up to 286%, with a farther increase in the late years where there has been an increase of 20%. The number tourists planning for a Vietnam travel is expected to go much higher as a result of the combined effects of the global collapse and the 30% deflation that rocked the country, coupled with massive reduction in the price of fuel resulting in lower tour and accommodation prices. Prices have since begun to fall across the country, and many hotels have reduced their prices. With some many challenges in this industry, the number of guests is assumed to reach 4,350,000 – a 3.5-4% growth compared to the previous years, and it is reported that the Vietnam Administration of Tourism will soon begin running worldwide television adverts which will result to a much higher margin of guests visiting Vietnam.

Currently tourism generates $3 billion in revenue for Vietnam, which based on 2007’s GDP resulting to $71 billion (based on market exchange rate, not Purchasing Power Parity) means it accounts for 4.2% of the nation’s GDP, and is an important source of foreign currency that assists the Vietnam government to manage its debts and budget as well.

By 2010 the administration of tourism projects visitor numbers to rise to 6 million arrivals and $4 – $4.5 billion in revenue.

A survey done in 2010 showed that of the 8,300 tourists who responded 34% had visited Vietnam before, 74% felt Vietnam had a clean and beautiful environment and 66% complimented the country’s accommodation. Surprisingly just 65% stated they had enjoyed Vietnam’s food, something was expected to be ranked even much higher.

Over 65% of Vietnam’s visitors are from Asian countries, followed by 15% from Europe and 13% from North America. Top countries by visitor numbers in Asia include China, South Korea, Taiwan and Japan, followed by other South East Asian countries such as Thailand, Malaysia, Singapore and Cambodia.

Amongst ‘western’ countries the biggest source of visitors was the USA with 350,000 visitors, followed by Australia and France with between 150,000 and 200,000 visitors per year. The UK, Germany and Canada were trailing with between 70 and 90 thousand visitors per year.

African countries also contribute to the number of visitors who visits Vietnam though the margin for the African countries is very much lower as compared to this other continents. The main reason to why Vietnam travel has been among the best tourism attraction is due to the hospitality of the Vietnamese people who are very friendly to foreigners, with a very small margin of those who even steal from the visitors. Also the rate of security purely high and this makes anyone planning for a Vietnam travel to always have confidence and sure of his or her safety.

The Vietnam tourism departments will be happy if you call or mail them to book with them and enjoy the beauty of Vietnam, feel free to do so at any time.

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Vietnam travel information at embassies

An embassy is a permanent diplomatic mission and the building in which the diplomatic missions are done. They are very important when it comes to foreign issues like traveling across countries. Vietnam has its own almost in all the countries. They serve very important missions when it comes to Vietnam travels. They serve both its citizens, foreigners and the Vietnam government. The government always comes first and its citizens.

Embassies provide travelling documents to those wishing to have a Vietnam travel for various reasons. Embassies are headed by ambassadors who act as the presidents of the embassy. The ambassadors and other officers check out and give lee ways to other people to enter their countries after verifying their travelling documents. Consular officers deal with issuing visas and handling issues which arise for travellers while they are abroad. These officers must always make sure no terrorist and other unwanted people seek and get Vietnam travel documents and cause havoc and unrest in their country. We have those whose job is purely to check on the stability of the government of the host nation. They do so and give advice to those citizens wishing to travel to the host nation for various reasons. The people who work in the embassy are called diplomats. They are very special and enjoy so many privileges. One of them is that nobody of the host country can enter and interfere with the proceedings in the embassy. For one to come and enter the embassy of any country he/she must have been invited for specific reasons of which after he/she must leave immediately. These diplomats are always free from any sort of attack unless otherwise. This is because they are highly protected.

Just like any other embassy in the world, Vietnam embassies have their own army, travel agencies and marketing department. The army is to ensure that the embassy is well secured from any attack. The role of the marketing is to look for opportunities in the host country which can be worked on to generate money for its country. They also negotiate to the host nation to allow the Vietnam citizen to come and invest in various parts of the host nation. The travel agency is responsible for the travels to and from Vietnam. They make sure no unwanted person is issued with a Vietnam visa. To do so they look for any information about the applicant who may be seeking a Vietnam travelling documents.

 Other functions done here are mediation. The diplomats are supposed to mediate upon any difference that may arise from the two nations. They sit together with the government officials of the host nation and try to fix the problem amicably without going into war or unnecessary unrest. They also convey conferences to enlighten and discus about investments among the two countries. This is one of the biggest and the most important task they do. This diplomacy is either done openly or secretly. Those done secretly are very sensitive and very crucial. Things like security cannot be done in open forums in Vietnam embassies. 

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Vietnam travel for private tours

If you wish to have an incredible and enjoyable vacation then Vietnam travel is the way to go. This is a place you will not find such ambience elsewhere around. Due to its sensational climate and landscapes which are always mind-blowing, you will never regret visiting this place. For those who love great and superb deals in one, never waste your time looking anywhere else apart from the private tours in Vietnam. Whether single, a family or a group of individuals we have the best deals and at affordable prices that suits your pocket. We have fully customized packages that are meant to fully meet your desires and wishes without any additional fee. There is no better time to have a Vietnam travel for it is always ready and the best place to be all throughout the year. Here the innocence of the people remains unspoiled by modernization, where raw beauty can still be witnessed steps away from luxury comfort, and the comfort is not only seen but also felt in the hearts.

On accommodation we have a variety of standards with different prices for different individuals. Our top-north hotels are the most expensive accommodations but we have some cheaper ones but still very lucrative and splendid to stay in. our tour guides will always take you through our systems according to your preferences and choices. Our tour guides will even take our tourists and guests to Vietnamese authentic restaurants which none of our clients will want to miss to visit and have the cool time in them. Worry not once on a Vietnam travel for we provide the best services to our clients through our well trained personnel’s. You will always get a tour guide that speaks your language so as to make it easy for you while on Vietnam travel. There are also private tour guides that enhance the quality of your private tour and experience. These tour guides operate from the Halong bay to the Sunny Beaches and HCMC, Mekong Delta and the ancient temples of the city. There are also some tai chi classes that are taught to those interested to take part.

Vietnam private tours have a large range of many places to clients to go and visit across the country. There are good and safe places to visit while on a private tour in the country like the Halong bay, which is a scenic site with its natural beauty and well maintained. Vietnam has so many tourist sites which makes it an ideal for many tourists and guests. This is the place you will never want to miss to visit due to its cultural festivals throughout the year. Don’t wait to be told, come and experience the ambience and natural beauty of the land with the most hospitality crew of experts ready to guide and direct you as you’re visiting and enjoying the visit.

Feel free to contact one of our agencies that are always set to help you go through our system and give you more information about the kind of packages we offer and the price tags associated to them also answer any question that you may need more clarification.

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Vietnam travel guide

Many people come to Vietnam due to the beautiful and attractive sceneries in the country. There is a wide arrange of attractive scenes in Vietnam, from the conical hats of workers in the rice farms to the gorgeous bustle of the Mekong Delta.

Weather

As always seen on movies and other information sources that Vietnam is very hot and steamy, that may not be the case all through in the year in Vietnam. Every part of the year there is a good place with a good climate to stay in Vietnam. The weather changes from season to season and from region to region as well.

Most of the areas in the northern parts are cooler than the southern parts despite that they all fall under the same longitude. From November to March the temperatures are relatively cooler which forms the winter season and the summer starts from April. During the summer the clouds are experienced with some drizzles. The temperature varies from 17.2^oC during the winter season. The mountainous areas are always relatively colder and the temperatures may come as low as 10^oC for quite sometimes. During the summer periods, most of the regions are relatively hot and steamy. Temperatures rise up to 37^oC during the months of June and July. Hanoi and the coastal parts of Vietnam have relatively equitable climates that are high in humidity all the year.

Security.

Security wise, for those planning for a Vietnam travel, there high security measures put in place for both the locals and the visiting guests. Though not purely safe but the current measures are good enough to protect anybody visiting the country.

Vietnamese foods

The Vietnamese are always proud of their nutrition meals with different flavors always appealing to both the locals and the foreigners. If you may not like their meals then orders need to be put in place so as to make sure that during the visit good meals are prepared for you and that is only done on orders.

Vietnam visa and passports

As you are planning for a Vietnam travel, one thing you must not miss is a visa and a passport. Without these documents, you will not be allowed to access the Vietnam country. The immigration department is very strict and does not entertain any nonsense when it comes to Vietnam travel.

Shopping

As you put your plans for a Vietnam travel, don’t put in mind that it is a shopping paradise with expensive goods and products though you can still get some good things that may catch your attention.

Transport

Of late the transport system in Vietnam has been improved which includes the railways services, water transport and air transport. Due to the size of Vietnam it’s easy to commute using airways as compared to other means.

Transactions

While in Vietnam, all the transactions that you may wish to make its all supposed to be done in Vietnamese currency not any other form. Any cash payment in local currency apart from when you wish to pay using your card such as visas and master cards.

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Vietnam travel health insurance policy

Even if you are robust and healthy, don’t assume and plan for a Vietnam travel without health insurance policy, accidents will always happen at any given time. Affirm any current medical problems you have the insurance company will find out if your problem is preceding and will not cover you if it is unsaid. You may need extra cover for exploration activities such as rock climbing. If your health insurance doesn’t cover you for medical expenses abroad you should get travel insurance. The travel insurance recommended is always very flexible, you can buy and extend the length if need be. There are some doctors who will always demand for payment instantly, so you have to inquire you policy insurer if they will pay for your bills or you will have to pay then you claim from them later when you are ok after the treatment. Some policy insurers will ask you to call back to centre in your home country where an immediate assessment will be done, you are therefore required to keep all the documentations.

As you apply, you will get a quote where you will see several travel health insurance products uniformly high in quality with the brand available in your area of travel they offer a wide selection of travel health insurance plans that include coverage for hospital care, surgery, office visits, prescription drugs and medical evacuation. Enjoy your Vietnam travel with confidence knowing that you have convenient access to their community of trusted English-speaking physicians in more than 180 countries worldwide.

Even though costs in Vietnam are generally low, the overall quality of treatment is of a good standard. However, it is important to be aware that outside of the major cities treatment facilities will not be of the standard that many expatriates are used to. It is important that when you travel to Vietnam you have comprehensive health insurance as many hospitals will not admit foreign nationals without proof that they are able to settle their bills. In addition to this, Vietnam is a large country with lots of wilderness, in the event of a serious accident in an isolated location it can be hard to receive the help that you need. If you are planning on hiking or visiting the jungles in Vietnam, an international health insurance plan with an emergency evacuation benefit is must have protection.

Overall the criteria of treatment in Vietnam are good, and as the country has only just started to denationalize its healthcare system the costs associated with treatment are still relatively low. However, in the future large amounts of investment are expected and this will drive up the costs related with the healthcare industry. It is important that when you are in Vietnam, you take steps to protect yourself and your loved ones from any medical situation by getting a health insurance policy.

Getting this policy will be of high benefit should any risk occur while in Vietnam, try to ignore and you will feel the impact should a risk occur to you or to your loved ones while abroad.

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Vietnam travel historical sites

Vietnam travel royal tourism offers a various collections of tours, from overland adventures to private escorted tours, we’ve lots of wonderful Vietnam Royal Tourism holidays for you to choose from, speak or email to one of our highly trained consultants who can advise you of the best tour to suit your requirements. Laos is the least populated area in Vietnam of the Indochinese countries, and perhaps the most beautiful. For quite some times a little visited destination, Laos is one of the most scenically and culturally rewarding holiday experiences in Vietnam. Mountains, jungles and the Mekong River dominate the landscape. Devoutly Buddhist and largely undeveloped, Laos offers travellers an opportunity to experience rich traditions, natural beauty and a sense of Vietnam as it once was. Your journeys to this intriguing country include time in Luang Prabang – a perfectly preserved blend of rustic colonial architecture and gilded monasteries – and in the laid back waterside capital city, Vientiane. Discover the “Land of a Million Elephants” with Vietnam Royal Tourism.

Son la former prison

French colonization period has been over for a long time, but a huge number of traces still exist as memory keepers for one of the darkest period in the history of Vietnam. Among these historical relics, Son La Prison is regarded as one of the most famous places, with a no less notorious name “Hell on Earth” to describe the frightened brutality of French colonialists to Vietnamese prisoners who were held and tortured in this prison.

St Joseph cathedral

Saint Joseph Cathedral, is located at Nha Chung Street, Hanoi, is a Roman Catholic cathedral with neo- gothic style, which was built about 120 years ago. It was built by the ancient colonialist who took control of Vietnam the better part of those gone years.

Hue shrine of literature

As you make arrangements for a Vietnam travel, you can’t afford to miss to visit this place. In Hue, the old capital of Vietnam, the shrine of Literature (so-called Van Mieu Hue or Van Thanh) magnificently lies on the bank of Perfume River, to the west of the Citadel, just 1km from respected Linh Mu pagoda.

The flag tower in Hanoi.

Hanoi Flag Tower is about roughly 200 years of age since it was built is renowned as one of the symbols of Hanoi. Its construction began in the early year of 1805 and the construction ended in the year of 1812, the 11th year of Gia Long time, Nguyen dynasty, five years after construction time of Flag Tower in Hue.

Bao dai palace

Da Lat, the city of love, not only attracts tourists because of its charming landscape, comfortable weather but also the number of French architectures, typically the antique villas. Located some 2.5 km south from the heart of the city, Bao Dai’s Summer Palace is a must-visit villa for almost all travelers who seek a Vietnam travel documents.

Old house of tan ky

Located at 101 Nguyen Thai Hoc Street, in the Old Quarter of Hoi An Ancient Town, Tan Ky Old house is an almost perfect example of a 18th merchant’s residence in this major commercial port town. The name Tan Ky, meaning “Progress Shop”, was given to the house by the second generation to express the owner’s wish for a prosperous business.

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Vietnam travel packages

For the few past years, Vietnam has become a world class attractive terminus for vacationers over magnificent packages to discover unbelievable sites from excellent surroundings of Halong Bay to SAPA of the UNESCO world heritage Hoi An.

There are various packages for different purposes to suit different individuals or groups that wish to have a taste of the Vietnam travel. For instance at Laos there are family holiday, cruise tour, luxury vacation packages among many more. There are at least 4000 highlands in the region which are so fascinating and attractive. All the packages have a price tag attached to them and they vary from the region of interest and the hotel and meals you will wish to stay in and eat.

Holiday packages to Laos.

At Laos, there are customized packages for both individual and group bookings. There private and luxury packages which are so gorgeous and splendid at a very affordable prices. There are also various geographical features that will always attract your eye sight. The mountainous terrain, extensive networks of rivers, cultural relics among others are some the features you will experience in Laos. We have beautiful sites for coffee and tea taking as you enjoy the cascading waterfalls in the Tad Lo and the Tad Fane Waterfalls. The UNESCO world heritage is beautifully maintained and preserved in the area for visitors who may come and feel its beauty. The atmosphere is also very cool and romantic also the elephant riding to mount ASA that overlooks a wide area of the Laos. In the evening there is a market for the handicrafts that comes to sell their products to the tourists.

Meals

The meals served are purely local unless on special request, both from the breakfast through to dinner. If you have any preference of the kind of food you will wish to have you are advised to do so early enough so as to a notice is sent to the restaurants so as you are always served better and how you want to. The tour guides will always order meals according to your appetite and choice.

Accommodations

Accommodation is a very vital thing to any tourist who wishes to have a Vietnam travel or any visit anywhere, at Laos the hotels chosen are always inspected to match your standards of three, four or five star hotels that must be comfortable and very clean indeed. The hotel staff must also be very helpful to help the tourists in case they need assistance of any kind.

Tour guides

All the tour guides are purely local residents of Vietnam and will take you to all the destinations that you will wish to travel to as planned and scheduled. Their role is purely to make sure you have an enjoyable a Vietnam travel holiday or vacation tour. They have good understanding of the foreign languages so don’t worry about the language barriers. The working hours are from Monday to Sunday (8:00 am to 22:00 pm)

For any questions and more clarifications on the type of packages available feel free to contact us and we will be very glad to respond to your requests and suggestions if any.

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Vietnam travel policy

Sometimes unexpected circumstances do happen which may affect your holiday plans for a Vietnam travel, the relevant authority will be happy to help with your visa cancellation procedures and refunding your money. Below is the Travel’s General Cancellation Policy, if it doesn’t meet your needs, please contact them for further discussion. Once you cancel the services/travel products, you are committed not to use the booked travel products/services.

The Vietnam Immigration Department run on a refundable policy on all Vietnam travel Visa as they charge for the work done and not per granted visa, it is therefore important that should you wish to cancel your visa with for the trip or vacation, contact them immediately to prevent any unnecessary cost being incurred. Once your visa application status is put under “Successfully paid” or “Under processing” or an Approval letter has been issued by the Immigration Department they are not able to refund you the fee you had paid for the same.

It is authoritative that you issue them with all the correct information required for your demanded visa at the time of your intended travel cannot be held responsible for any visa granted incorrectly or refused entry due to incorrect visa information. Though every effort will be made on their part to correct any visa issues prior to departure, no refund will be given by them in the event of false or incorrect information you may supply at the time of issue. They strongly recommend that you check your visa confirmation letter against your passport and personal information prior to departure.

This visa is only applicable to air travellers only, so by applying through the Vietnam website, you agree that you will fly to Vietnam in order to get your visa stamped at their international airports upon arrival. We will not refund in case you do not enter Vietnam by air once your visa is approved, it’s only through a written cancellation notice either by mail or fax that will be accepted for authentication reasons.

The refund will be made through bank transfers or through your credit card, depending on your original method of payment that you may prefer. Additionally, although Vietnam travel authorities will instruct the bank to handle the crediting process as soon as notification of cancellation is received, it could take from 4 to 6 weeks for the actual crediting to take place, depending on your Bank’s practice and rules that governs the banks.

Once your visa has been cancelled; you cannot use the same documents to make another travel to Vietnam. If by any chance you may want to travel to Vietnam, then you must reapply for new documents and pay for them as required. You will not be subjected to hush conditions since you once cancelled your trip to Vietnam, it will be seen as a new applicant who wishes to travel and do some business in Vietnam regardless of your standards and status in your home country. Always feel free to check on their tariffs and any updated information that you may need in order to travel.

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Vietnam travel public services

Vietnam is a very big country with different means of transportation used to ferry people and goods from one region to another. Due to its size, flying is the best and easiest way to commute, more so when it’s an emergency. There are three international airports which are Hanoi, Ho Chi Minh City and the Damang serving the north, south and the central parts of the country. There are flights from all over the world that lands in Vietnam including the U.S.A, UK and many other parts of the world. Vietnam Airlines and Pacific Airlines are the only two carriers offering domestic flights, the latter which is a low-cost carrier with an online booking facility. It also has a road network that serves the better parts of its regions. Railway is also another mode of transport though not widely used by both the locals and the foreigners since most parts of the country are not served with a railway line. Water transport is also used to ferry people within the areas that have a water body around it.

Air transport

The main airport in this country is the Tan Son Nhat International Airport in the Ho Chi Minh City. This airport has two terminus one for international flights and the other for local and domestic flights. The condition and state at the international terminus are very cool with high levels of technologies to check the visitors coming to Vietnam. Hanoi’s Noi Bai international airport is the biggest in the north though much smaller as compared to the Tan Son Nhat and has less facilities thus less flights. Visitors are required to make sure the visa and passport are in good order upon arriving because the immigration departments are very strict.

Road transport

There are buses and taxis readily available to move people from one area to another. At the airport, there are taxis and buses that ferry visitors to their designated hotels and places of Vietnam travel. Most hotels have a pick up services for their guest on arrivals. Travelling from Hoi Chi Minh and Hanoi may be too tiresome if you opt to use a bus because it will take you a whole day travelling thus only two hours in a flight. Bus travel is the most common mode of transportation overland though not recommended to those who wish to have a Vietnam travel, unless is for a short distance. Some conductors may add an additional passenger though the bus seats are very small already. Tourists are advised if they must travel by bus then they must book with a reasonable tour company. Also the roads are not that much good with lots of traffic jams. Motor bikes and taxis are the faster ways to commute between cities but you have to agree on the amount before you get in else you may be charged highly.

Water transport

Travelling to southern Mekong Delta is a must use water to get access to it because there is no bridge that connects the two cities. Tour boats are reasonably priced and a great way to get to Mekong region for explorations as well as the Hue, Ha Long Bay and Nha Trang areas.

Vietnam travel is the way to go, come and experience the best with us.

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