Hi there,
I am planning a trip to Vietnam and Cambodia in August. I am concerned about the weather. As far as I understood it rains a lot during this period of the year!! I would like to travel all over the country. Does anyone known if it is manageable?

Hi there

Solid response to previous question - thanks.

Also wanted an idea of ideal time in South Vietnam (inc Saigon) vs North if only have 2 weeks to travel the country. North Vietnam appears to have the most attractions (Ba Be NP, Sapa, Halong Bay, Cat Be etc). Is it worth spending time in Mekong Delta or best to get up to North Vietnam asap?

Thanks again.

Rylee33

HI there

I am planning on travelling from HCMC to Hanoi by air around the 3rd, 4th or 5th of Feb 2009. Will i have difficulty in getting a flight at the time and is it best to book well in advance? If so, what is the best way of booking the flight as not sure if can book online?

Thanks

rylee33

Hi there,

Can anyone kindly let me know if ATM machines are easily available in HANOI and SAPA?
If not, I was wondering which money exchangers were recommendable?

Do most hotels have this facility?

Thanks
Glen

Hello,
I plan to go to Vietnam next year. As I am traveling alone, does anyone know of a good tour company that has reasonable prices. I am not looking for a private tour and I am more than willing to join a group excursion. I plan to spend 10 days and hope to travel from north to south or the other way around. Failing that, is there a tour company that will assist me in traveling alone by using buses or trains.

Thanks in advance.

NYTim

Hey Guys

Im applying for Vietnam Visa online.

Its for a 1 month visa, however they want to know the date Im leaving. Do I have to leave on the date I give, even though I'll be leaving well within the 1 month I have?

I'm flying to hanoi on the 23rd of April to meet some friends who are travelling there from Hong Kong. I'm spending the previous 2 months in India so won't have enough money to join them onwards to Cambodia, and I've managed to save about £500 by booking flights out of bangkok as opposed to hcmc. I'm flying out of Bangkok on the 25th of May - do you think that amount of time is going to be enough to travel from hanoi to hcmc, spending a decent amount of time in both cities and enjoying the travelling (by train or coach), and to then get a flight to bangkok? is it possible to book this flight in advance or should I wait until I arrive in Vietnam?

Dear friends...

I need your help, pls kindly advise.
This is my first time to go to Hanoi, I'll be in Hanoi on Feb.20.
I'll be spend 1 day in hanoi & 2 days in halong bay, after that moving to hochimin & spend 2 days there, and also i have plan to go to siamreap.

1. if i want to go from hanoi to hochimin by train, how long it will take?
how about the price? which one is better : train or airplane? is it only vietnam air that operate in there?
2. from hochimin to siampreap, i'll prefer go by airplane. Is it any airplane beside vietnam air that operate directly?
3. my second option is hanoi-luangprabang-siampreap, i prefer by airplane, is it only vietnam & lao air that operate to that route?
4. kindly advise backpack guesthouse/hostel around hanoi,halongbay,hochimin & siamreap.....

sorry for asking too much guys....^_^

looking forwards for your advise.

-atta-

G'day & happy new year to everyone.

Was wondering if, assuming I can pick up a visa in Phnom Penh, it is possible to go from Sihanoukville (or Kep) to Phu Quoc and return?

Thanks for any replies.

Hi, we want to go to vietnam, laos, cambodia. we have few questions:
1. how much language will be a problem for an english speaker?
2. would 10 days be too short to visit all?
3. any itinerary suggestions?

got 5 days to visit ho chi min city (saigon's new name?)feb 6-11.
as a backpacker, may i ask which hostel to stay, how best to manage
time?

is it possible to visit angkor wat in cambodia by bus/train?

am still researching how best to explore vietnam by myself given
limited time. are there night buses to hanoi from hcmc? whats the best
route to take to c angkor wat?

thanks.

Hi,

i plan to visit Sapa 4D3N, 3rd week of Jan 09, just myself.
Any travel agency recommended? price range?
should I prebook online first or book thru Hanoi hotel?
How is the weather there?

Cheers,
Marcus

hi,

I will make my trip for a 2D1N at Ha Long Bay around 3rd week of Jan 09, jz myself.
I did surf the net and there are plenty of offers.

Is there any price different between pre-book online and book thru local travel agent?

Any more website for me to reference besides these 2 website
http://www.halongluxurytravel.com/
http://www.southpacifictravel.com.vn

Cheers,
Marcus

Hi fellow VT's.
My wife & I are staying at the Gia Thinh Hotel 15 - 17 Feb & 19 - 21 Feb. If anyone would like to catch up for a drink or meal please drop me an email at johngor195@hotmail.com.
If anyone has stayed at the Gia Thinh can you recommend any particular rooms.

What happens in Hanoi during Tet? Will it be difficult to get a room?

thanks

I’ve been looking at hotels in the Pham Ngu Lao area and trying to make a decision as to the best option for a 3 night stay in March. I’ve narrowed it down to An An 2, Siagon Comfort, Kim Hotel or Happy Inn. Last time I stayed in Lac Vien. I liked the location but their prices have gone up for a basic room (with no window).

My criteria are;
• US$ 30 for a double room (breakfast not necessary)
• A lift
• Room with a window
• Wi Fi included
• Located around Bui Vien St and De Tham

Has anyone stayed in any of these hotels recently?

Dear friends,

My friend and me, will travel to Vietnam in July 2009 for the first time.
We'll visit Hanoi and Ho Chi Min city.
After that, we'd like to go to some paradise, tranquil resort to relax on nice beaches. Can you please suggest us some resorts and how to get there from some of those cities.

Thanks a lot!!!
Have a wonderful New Year's Eve!!!

Cheers,
Dusan

I'll be in Hanoi on the 17th January, then will head south. I've travelled in China during the Spring festival without too much hassle (along the east coast).
How much will Tet mess with my plans in Vietnam?

I thought to spend a few days in Hanoi then head towards Hue and Danang, where would the best place to be for Tet.

thanks

Morning all, i'll be in hanoi from the 15th with a view to travelling south. A couple of questions:

1 - where can i buy mosquito repellant
2 - whats the weather like
3 - will trainers be suitable

thanks very much, any advice is appreciated

How to get from airporrt to district 1?
Should I take taxi and if so where to take taxi from without getting ripped-off?

Brett

Hey Guys!

Travelling to Vietnam (HCMC) for the first time in Jan & need some help please!

- Do I need a visa & can if so can I just get that upon arrival at the airport?
- Where is the best tourist area to stay in HCMC. Is there somewhere similar to Khao San Rd in HCMC where I can book some accomodation?
- Have heard of sinhcafe & will book a few trips with them. Interested in visiting Angkor Wat in Cambodia. Do I need Malaria tabs?

Many thanks!!

What is most important on internet travelguides?

I think a guide should contain the following.

- Travel route tips
- Fast facts about the country or region.
- How to travel within the region or country.

Booking stuff is not importat because it could be found in booking sites. Travel company.

What do you think?

Azone

Hi All
What currency is best to travel H.C.M ,
Mekong Delta,and Nha Trang ??US dollar or Dong.And what do ATMS provide??
Thanks in advance.

Hi Guys
We will be arriving in HCMC on 25th January just in time for Tet.
We will be leaving on 29th January so not too many days to do stuff and explore.
Tet eve sounds interesting, should we wonder the streets and join in with festivities on Tet Eve?
I am wondering how I would get to Mekong Delta region at this time of the year. I am not sure if we can even travel at this time of year, if we can how to get to Mekong Delta?
If it is possible to go to Mekong Delta at this time of year?
Is it best to go via a tour, (if so then where to book the tour) or should we consider going by bus on our own?
Is it worth staying in Mekong Delta for one night and return to HCMC the next day, I hear that staying in Can Tho would be good for one night, or would staying in another town be better at this time of year. Do the tours offer accommodation?

I know this is a long question but your help would be soooo appreciated!

Brett

Any thoughts on taking the train from HCMC from Nha Trang instead of the plane?

How does one get from Nha Trang to Dalat?

Any suggestions for a great value hotel three stars or more..

What is the name of the new budget Vietnamese airline

Thanks,

We are staying 2 nights at Little Mui Ne Cottages.
They do not have sports activities on the resort so I was wondering where we could go in the area to do:

windsurfing, surfing, kitesurf, body boarding, wakeboarding, snorkeling, scuba diving, jetskis, golf.

What else do you recommend doing/seeing in Mui Ne/Phan Thiet?

Is it better taking the train or car service from HCMC to Mui Ne? I hear there is a rail service from HCMC to Phan Thiet.

Thanks.

so it's the same for Singapore. few questions need to know:
1) are shops n office/tour agency/bus-coach n tourist spots open on these days
2) can i book day trip when i reach HCMC on d 25th jan 09.
3) are costs of food, entertainment n others higher than normal days.
4) is there something like red packet(money)during tis festival.

Thks n merry christmas
rdgs em

What day is Chinese new year in Vietnam?
When do celebrations start and finish?
What should I expect to see?
Vietnam customs at Chinese New Year?

Hi all,

After checking with a few tour agencies, I have decided to proceed with my Hanoi-Sapa-Halong Bay trip fm 24 to 31st Jan'08! Hooray! :)

I have shortlised a couple travel agents and will have to cfm asap.

Appreciate if you can give me some feedbacks based on your real-life experience using Ocean Tours. I tried searching more info fm this forum but was unable to find anything...

http://www.oceantours.com.vn/Tours/TourDetail.aspx?TourId=46&CategoryId=50

Many thanks!

Hi

I am looking at a hotel called Golden Ant Boutique Hotel and the location is in District 7 - does anyone know if this is too far away?
Which district is recommended?
I would like to stay in a boutique hotel in a good location

Thanks