September 30th , 2009 → 6:03 am @ admin
Taxi scams in both Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh City has been increasing recently. Travelers should pay much attention on making your arrangement transfer to hotel from airport from that city. The most common scam is using the tricks of ”Money confusion” for people just arrive and got no ideas about local currency and value [...]
Category : Travel Tips
September 21st , 2009 → 7:13 am @ admin
Hue is intimately connected to the imperial Nguyễn Dynasty, based in Hue, who ruled from 1802 to 1945, when the Emperor Bao Dai abdicated in favor of Ho Chi Minh’s revolutionary government. The city went through tough times during the Vietnam War.
Category : Destinations / Travel Guide
September 21st , 2009 → 1:53 am @ admin
Tourist visas obtained from embassies and consulates outside of Vietnam are good for one entry and a stay of up to 30 days. Processing times vary depending on the location, though one week is a safe estimate. When forwarding your application, enclose your passport, two passport-sized photographs and the application fee (money orders preferred). Applicants [...]
Category : Entry Requirements / Travel Guide
September 21st , 2009 → 1:49 am @ admin
Surrounded by mountains and pine forests, Da Lat has many characteristics of a temperate climate. The average temperature here is 18–21°C, with highest temperature 30°C and lowest 5°C. Dalat also has the two season climate typical of South Vietnam, with a monsoon season from May to October and a dry season from November to April. [...]
Category : Weather
September 21st , 2009 → 1:46 am @ admin
Nha Trang is extremely lucky to not be influenced by monsoon winds that turn the rest of southern Vietnam into water six months every year. Nha Trang has a warm, fair and beautiful climate nearly all year round, with the exception of late October, November and early December. The best time to visit Nha Trang [...]
Category : Weather
September 21st , 2009 → 1:44 am @ admin
The coast and delta area of Hue has tropical climate and is divided into two distinguished seasons. The dry season (from March to August) has a maximum temperature of 400 C and the colder, rainy season (August to January) has temperatures that can go down to 19,70 C. In higher areas (on mountains, highlands) the [...]
Category : Weather
September 21st , 2009 → 1:41 am @ admin
Somewhere between tropical and climate. The temperature is warm throughout the year (average 29°C), yet hotter around months June and July and cooler around December. Hoi An is affected by monsoon winds. The city will be constantly raining from September till January, and dry for the rest of the year. Overall, the best time to [...]
Category : Weather
September 21st , 2009 → 1:39 am @ admin
Halong’s climate is humid and tropical. With a hot, humid summer and dry, cold winter; Halong’s temperature varies from 15ºC to 25ºC. Annual rainfall is between 2000mm and 2200mm. Ha Long bay has typical diurnal tide system (tide amplitude ranges from 3.5-4m). The salinity is from 31 to 34.5MT in dry season and lower in [...]
Category : Weather
September 21st , 2009 → 1:36 am @ admin
The climate of Sapa is highly seasonal, with a subtropical climate in the summer and a temperate climate during the winter. Average temperature for Sapa town is 15.4ºC, with a maximum of 29.4ºC and a minimum of 1ºC. Sapa also experiences a marked wet season from May to September, with the heaviest rainfall occurring in [...]
Category : Weather
September 21st , 2009 → 1:34 am @ admin
Located in South Vietnam, Ho Chi Minh City city has a tropical climate. The average humidity level is 75%, average temperature is 28 °C. The city is generally warm, and has a monsoon season from May to November and a dry season from December to April. During the rainy season starting from May to November, [...]
Category : Weather
September 21st , 2009 → 1:30 am @ admin
Hanoi has typical North Vietnam climate, with a cold and dry winter (when temperatures can drop to as low as 6°C – 7°C) and a hot and extremely humid summer (temperatures can climb up to a maximum of 35°C). Spring is characterized with light drizzles while the summers bring heavy rain. Hanoi, Vietnam The best [...]
Category : Weather
September 20th , 2009 → 10:04 pm @ admin
Vietnam covers a substantial latitudinal range, with temperatures varying depending on the elevation and geographical situation of each region. Distinct wet and dry periods occur across the year, though rain continues to fall year-round. Southern Vietnam is the hottest region. When planning a visit to the south, it is best to arrive during the less [...]
Category : Weather
September 20th , 2009 → 9:51 pm @ admin
Given Vietnam’s sliver-like shape, travelling from one major city to the next can be a time consuming affair. There is no question that travel by air is the fastest and most convenient means of getting around for those who don’t mind the extra expense. Vietnam Airlines offers the greatest coverage, with service to 15 cities. [...]
Category : Getting Around / Travel Guide
September 19th , 2009 → 4:16 am @ admin
Travel by air is the most convenient means of arriving in Vietnam. International airports are found in Da Nang, Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh City. These are strategically spaced across the country to offer convenient access to each region. Long-haul flights to Vietnam usually involve a layover at a regional hub, typically in Thailand, Japan [...]
Category : Getting There / Travel Guide
September 19th , 2009 → 3:42 am @ admin
The Vietnamese back country is beautiful, and joining a guided tour of the countryside is a safe and exciting way to take in the sights. HikingVietnam’s knowledgeable guides explore the history and myths of this fascinating country while helping mitigate cultural differences and any dangers associated with traveling in it. As the tourism market continues [...]
Category : Basics / Travel Guide
August 11th , 2009 → 8:32 pm @ admin
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