Vietnam Travel Tips: Questions & Answers
Practical answers for a first trip to Vietnam: cash, ATMs and money exchange, eSIM or SIM card, Grab from the airport, vaccinations, travel insurance, common scams, drones and vapes, the best time to visit each region and sample itineraries.
Practical answers to the questions travelers ask most before and during a trip to Vietnam, from money and SIM cards to transport, health, weather and itineraries. For visa questions, see the other categories.
Questions
AnswersHow do I get from Sapa to Lan Ha Bay and what should a private car cost?
Asked by Traveler | Nov. 10, 2026 12:26
How do I choose a 2-day, 1-night Lan Ha Bay cruise and is night kayaking worth it?
Asked by Traveler | Nov. 10, 2026 12:26
Is 3 nights in Ho Chi Minh City, 4 in Phu Quoc and 6 in Da Nang and Hoi An a good first itinerary for a family with young children?
Asked by Traveler | Nov. 10, 2026 12:26
Can I hire a car and drive around Vietnam as a foreigner?
Asked by Traveler | Nov. 10, 2026 12:26
What is the best time of year to visit Vietnam and how should I plan around typhoon season?
Asked by Traveler | Nov. 10, 2026 12:26
Do I need travel insurance for Vietnam and does the e-visa require it?
Asked by Traveler | Nov. 10, 2026 12:26
What are the most common tourist scams in Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh City?
Asked by Traveler | Nov. 10, 2026 12:26
Is Grab safe and easy to use from the airport after immigration?
Asked by Traveler | Nov. 10, 2026 12:26
Which is better for a tourist in Vietnam, an eSIM or a physical SIM at the airport?
Asked by Traveler | Nov. 10, 2026 12:26
Do ATMs in Vietnam accept foreign cards and what are the fees and limits?
Asked by Traveler | Nov. 10, 2026 12:26
How much cash should I bring to Vietnam and where is the best place to exchange money?
Asked by Traveler | Nov. 10, 2026 12:26