Welcome to Vietnam!

Vietnamese people are very friendly, obliging and a joy to be around. They will always smile and be as hospitable as possible towards you.

This country’s history is riddled with war but the people have always emerged more resilient and determined. It is this determination that has created the colorful culture this country enjoys. It’s easy to admire these people who have fought off so many invaders.

You will find that Vietnam has the most beautiful landscapes in the world . Most of which are virtually untouched . As you travel through the countryside , you will see a variety of plant and wild life only known to Vietnam . Because of it's history of war , many of these thing have altered . You will be able to see how people live on the water as they did for hundreds of years . As you walk the streets , shop at the local markets , and eat the cuisine you will understand how the many foreign influences have made impact here . All of it adds to the charm of Vietnam

We hope you enjoy your stay.

Culture Do's :

-Smile to every body and say "XinChao!"
-Be accepting of gestures of friendliness
-Bargaining is way of life.

Culture Don'ts :

- Don't be too judgemental of things you see that are different
- If you plan on visiting a pagoda , please dress respectfully.

Travel Do's :

- Be open to try on the all the new experiences each place can bring

- Drink a lot of water to prevent dehydration
- The Vietnamese are used to using ice so don't hesitate to order cold drinks
- The hotels are required to register each guest with the local police every day so they will ask for your passport which will be kept in a very safe place . If you decide to travel domestically, remember to take your passport with you.

Travel Don'ts :

- Please be aware of the water you drink . Make sure that it is proper bottled water
- Keep all your valuables and travel documents as close to you as possible.