Practical Vietnam travel guides — destinations, tips, and insights to help you plan your perfect trip.https://vietnamguide.co.kr/en/https://vietnamguide.co.kr/blog/vietnam-public-holidays/https://vietnamguide.co.kr/blog/vietnam-public-holidays/Planning a trip to Vietnam? Understanding the country's public holidays and traditional festivals is essential for a smooth and culturally enriching experience.Tue, 30 Sep 2025 02:32:25 GMThttps://vietnamguide.co.kr/blog/where-to-buy-electronics-in-ho-chi-minh-city/https://vietnamguide.co.kr/blog/where-to-buy-electronics-in-ho-chi-minh-city/When you're in Ho Chi Minh City, knowing which electronics store to trust is important. Whether your phone charger suddenly breaks during your trip or you find Mon, 29 Sep 2025 18:48:22 GMThttps://vietnamguide.co.kr/blog/vietnamese-barbershop/https://vietnamguide.co.kr/blog/vietnamese-barbershop/At some point, the Vietnamese barbershop seems to have become a must-try tourist experience for travelers from all over the world. Hearing the word “barbershop”Mon, 29 Sep 2025 16:15:26 GMThttps://vietnamguide.co.kr/blog/how-to-get-from-ho-chi-minh-to-vung-tau/https://vietnamguide.co.kr/blog/how-to-get-from-ho-chi-minh-to-vung-tau/Ho Chi Minh City (often still called by its old name, Saigon) is located about 100 kilometers (about 62 miles) from the coastal city of Vung Tau. No matter whicSat, 27 Sep 2025 19:23:25 GMThttps://vietnamguide.co.kr/blog/pharmacy-in-vietnam/https://vietnamguide.co.kr/blog/pharmacy-in-vietnam/According to global travel health data, the most common illnesses travelers face are diarrhea and respiratory issues like the common cold. While many people pacSat, 27 Sep 2025 19:19:27 GMThttps://vietnamguide.co.kr/blog/tipping-in-vietnam/https://vietnamguide.co.kr/blog/tipping-in-vietnam/Let's be honest—tipping can be one of the most awkward parts of traveling abroad. You feel obligated, but you're never quite sure when, where, or how much to giSat, 27 Sep 2025 16:41:44 GMThttps://vietnamguide.co.kr/blog/nep-moi-vodka/https://vietnamguide.co.kr/blog/nep-moi-vodka/If you're exploring Vietnamese liquor, you'll inevitably encounter Nep Moi (Nếp Mới). But what exactly is it? While many know it as a popular rice vodka, the naSat, 27 Sep 2025 05:41:37 GMThttps://vietnamguide.co.kr/blog/typhoons-in-vietnam/https://vietnamguide.co.kr/blog/typhoons-in-vietnam/Vietnam is divided into three distinct regions: North, Central, and South. Each region experiences different climates, which means typhoon seasons vary significSat, 27 Sep 2025 03:18:20 GMThttps://vietnamguide.co.kr/blog/phu-quoc-accommodation-which-area-should-i-stay-in/https://vietnamguide.co.kr/blog/phu-quoc-accommodation-which-area-should-i-stay-in/Before booking a hotel in Phu Quoc, many people wonder which area is best for accommodation. Phu Quoc Island is divided into three main areas: the north, the ceThu, 25 Jul 2024 19:43:16 GMThttps://vietnamguide.co.kr/blog/pink-church-in-ho-chi-minh/https://vietnamguide.co.kr/blog/pink-church-in-ho-chi-minh/While Notre-Dame Cathedral in the heart of Ho Chi Minh City is the undisputed representative cathedral of Ho Chi Minh City and Vietnam, considering that it has Thu, 25 Jul 2024 19:22:07 GMThttps://vietnamguide.co.kr/blog/ho-chi-minh-market/https://vietnamguide.co.kr/blog/ho-chi-minh-market/If you visit Vietnam, you'll likely find yourself exploring a local supermarket at least once. Whether it's to buy souvenirs, grab some snacks for your hotel roWed, 10 Jul 2024 00:29:44 GMThttps://vietnamguide.co.kr/blog/four-ways-to-travel-from-ho-chi-minh-city-to-nha-trang/https://vietnamguide.co.kr/blog/four-ways-to-travel-from-ho-chi-minh-city-to-nha-trang/Ho Chi Minh City is about 400 kilometers from Nha Trang, and you can travel between the two cities by bus, train, or plane. The bus and train journeys take betwFri, 05 Jul 2024 17:24:10 GMThttps://vietnamguide.co.kr/blog/phu-quoc-casino/https://vietnamguide.co.kr/blog/phu-quoc-casino/About Phu Quoc Casino Phu Quoc Island is located about an hour away from Ho Chi Minh City, at the southernmost tip of Vietnam. It has rapidly grown as a touristThu, 04 Jul 2024 20:23:31 GMThttps://vietnamguide.co.kr/blog/phu-quoc-cable-car/https://vietnamguide.co.kr/blog/phu-quoc-cable-car/The Phu Quoc Cable Car is the centerpiece of southern Phu Quoc tourism, connecting An Thoi village on the mainland with Hon Thom Island. It holds the record forThu, 04 Jul 2024 20:19:11 GMThttps://vietnamguide.co.kr/blog/a-guide-to-ho-chi-minh-citys-japanese-street-le-thanh-ton-street/https://vietnamguide.co.kr/blog/a-guide-to-ho-chi-minh-citys-japanese-street-le-thanh-ton-street/In the heart of District 1 in Ho Chi Minh City, there's a street known as Le Thanh Ton. It's often referred to as the “Japanese Street” because of the large numThu, 04 Jul 2024 20:13:33 GMThttps://vietnamguide.co.kr/blog/saigon-square/https://vietnamguide.co.kr/blog/saigon-square/Saigon Square: A Shopper's Paradise in Ho Chi Minh City Located on Nam Khi Khoi Nhia Street in the heart of Ho Chi Minh City, Saigon Square is one of the city'sThu, 04 Jul 2024 19:34:56 GMThttps://vietnamguide.co.kr/blog/5-tips-for-booking-cheap-flights-to-vietnam/https://vietnamguide.co.kr/blog/5-tips-for-booking-cheap-flights-to-vietnam/With the surge in interest in Vietnam, the number of people visiting the country for various reasons has significantly increased. Recently, with more flights toThu, 04 Jul 2024 19:15:44 GMThttps://vietnamguide.co.kr/blog/grand-world-phu-quoc-honest-reviews-and-tourist-information/https://vietnamguide.co.kr/blog/grand-world-phu-quoc-honest-reviews-and-tourist-information/What is Phu Quoc Grand World? Grand World Phu Quoc is a vast entertainment complex spanning approximately 250,000 square meters, featuring buildings and canals Thu, 04 Jul 2024 18:30:26 GMThttps://vietnamguide.co.kr/blog/phu-quoc-ho-quoc-pagoda/https://vietnamguide.co.kr/blog/phu-quoc-ho-quoc-pagoda/Phu Quoc Island's Ho Quoc Temple is situated on a mountain about 20 kilometers southeast of Duong Dong town center. This temple is one of Phu Quoc's most iconicThu, 04 Jul 2024 18:23:39 GMThttps://vietnamguide.co.kr/blog/guide-to-phu-quoc-airport-and-how-to-visit-the-city/https://vietnamguide.co.kr/blog/guide-to-phu-quoc-airport-and-how-to-visit-the-city/About Phu Quoc Airport Phu Quoc Airport serves as the gateway to Phu Quoc Island and is located about 10 kilometers from the center of Duong Dong City. Its offiThu, 27 Jun 2024 18:37:23 GMThttps://vietnamguide.co.kr/blog/phu-quoc-prison/https://vietnamguide.co.kr/blog/phu-quoc-prison/Phu Quoc Prison was a detention center used by the U.S. and South Vietnamese forces to hold North Vietnamese prisoners and political detainees during the VietnaSun, 23 Jun 2024 12:52:29 GMThttps://vietnamguide.co.kr/blog/danang-vs-nha-trang-which-to-visit/https://vietnamguide.co.kr/blog/danang-vs-nha-trang-which-to-visit/Developed as coastal resorts, Da Nang and Nha Trang are quite similar cities. In my previous post about the top 5 must-visit beach destinations in Vietnam, I brTue, 07 May 2024 20:27:38 GMThttps://vietnamguide.co.kr/blog/4-ways-to-travel-from-da-nang-to-nha-trang/https://vietnamguide.co.kr/blog/4-ways-to-travel-from-da-nang-to-nha-trang/Da Nang and Nha Trang are cities that are really awkward to travel between. As coastal resort cities, the two cities have very similar characteristics to each oMon, 06 May 2024 16:47:53 GMThttps://vietnamguide.co.kr/blog/honest-review-of-visiting-beaches-in-phu-quoc/https://vietnamguide.co.kr/blog/honest-review-of-visiting-beaches-in-phu-quoc/Vietnam's east side is adjacent to the sea, and there are really many beaches developed as tourist attractions. Personally, I do not prefer the beach in VietnamTue, 16 Apr 2024 03:58:09 GMThttps://vietnamguide.co.kr/blog/phu-quoc-night-market/https://vietnamguide.co.kr/blog/phu-quoc-night-market/Phu Quoc is a beautiful island known not only for its pristine beaches but also for its vibrant nightlife. Night markets are a popular attraction among both locTue, 16 Apr 2024 03:52:33 GMThttps://vietnamguide.co.kr/blog/exchange-money-in-vietnam/https://vietnamguide.co.kr/blog/exchange-money-in-vietnam/When visiting Vietnam, many people exchange their currency for US dollars or euros. Although Vietnam legally mandates using its own currency, the Vietnamese DonFri, 03 Nov 2023 16:04:42 GMThttps://vietnamguide.co.kr/blog/solo-travel-in-vietnam/https://vietnamguide.co.kr/blog/solo-travel-in-vietnam/Vietnam is an incredible country for solo travel, offering budget-friendly options for food, accommodation, and transportation, enabling travelers to make the mTue, 31 Oct 2023 08:05:54 GMThttps://vietnamguide.co.kr/blog/how-much-should-exchange-visiting-vietnam/https://vietnamguide.co.kr/blog/how-much-should-exchange-visiting-vietnam/About Currency Exchange in Vietnam. Following up on the previous article about where to exchange money in Vietnam, this time, I'll go into detail about how muchMon, 18 Sep 2023 18:39:18 GMThttps://vietnamguide.co.kr/blog/vinwonders-phu-quoc/https://vietnamguide.co.kr/blog/vinwonders-phu-quoc/What is VinWonders like? VinWonders Phu Quoc is an exciting theme park located on Phu Quoc Island in Vietnam. Consider it as Vietnam's version of Universal StudWed, 05 Jul 2023 22:30:33 GMThttps://vietnamguide.co.kr/blog/hotel-in-vietnam/https://vietnamguide.co.kr/blog/hotel-in-vietnam/When searching for a hotel in Vietnam, finding one with only positive reviews can be challenging. This might not be unique to hotels in Vietnam, as you may haveWed, 21 Jun 2023 17:41:29 GMThttps://vietnamguide.co.kr/blog/how-to-get-from-ho-chi-minh-to-dalat/https://vietnamguide.co.kr/blog/how-to-get-from-ho-chi-minh-to-dalat/Dalat is located approximately 330 km from Ho Chi Minh City, making it the third closest tourist destination after Vung Tau and Mui Ne. Despite its proximity, iTue, 20 Jun 2023 19:33:19 GMT