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/lotte-mart-da-nang/https://vietnamguide.co.kr/blog/lotte-mart-da-nang/About Lotte Mart Da Nang Unlike Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam's largest metropolis, Da Nang has experienced rapid development in recent years but still lacks massivTue, 26 May 2026 08:54:12 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 whicSun, 24 May 2026 18:33:36 GMThttps://vietnamguide.co.kr/blog/best-area-to-stay-in-da-nang/https://vietnamguide.co.kr/blog/best-area-to-stay-in-da-nang/For first-time visitors to Da Nang, choosing the perfect hotel location can be a daunting task since the city's neighborhoods are diverse and distinct. In this Sun, 24 May 2026 11:01:58 GMThttps://vietnamguide.co.kr/blog/phu-quoc-packing-list/https://vietnamguide.co.kr/blog/phu-quoc-packing-list/Phu Quoc has quickly become one of the most trending tropical destinations in Vietnam. While you might already be familiar with the general Vietnam packing listSun, 24 May 2026 10:53:16 GMThttps://vietnamguide.co.kr/blog/vietnam-taxi/https://vietnamguide.co.kr/blog/vietnam-taxi/A practical guide to getting around Vietnam by taxi — which apps to use, what fares to expect, how to read the meter, and how to avoid scams.Sat, 23 May 2026 14:55:19 GMThttps://vietnamguide.co.kr/blog/tan-son-nhat-fast-track/https://vietnamguide.co.kr/blog/tan-son-nhat-fast-track/What fast track at Ho Chi Minh City airport actually delivers, why it does not always work as expected, and whether Standard or VIP is the smarter buy.Sat, 23 May 2026 12:17:17 GMThttps://vietnamguide.co.kr/blog/phu-quoc-sunset/https://vietnamguide.co.kr/blog/phu-quoc-sunset/Phu Quoc sits near the equator, so sunset falls between 6:10 and 6:30 PM year-round. Here is when to arrive and where to go for the best view.Sat, 23 May 2026 11:03:29 GMThttps://vietnamguide.co.kr/blog/vietnam-domestic-airlines/https://vietnamguide.co.kr/blog/vietnam-domestic-airlines/Planning to fly within Vietnam? Here is a complete guide to the 5 domestic airlines in Vietnam, their flight routes, reliability, and which ones to avoid.Wed, 20 May 2026 08:51:35 GMThttps://vietnamguide.co.kr/blog/vietnam-current-weather/https://vietnamguide.co.kr/blog/vietnam-current-weather/Want to check the current weather in Vietnam? Read this guide on the 3 best local weather forecast websites to plan your trip and avoid rainy days.Wed, 20 May 2026 08:47:41 GMThttps://vietnamguide.co.kr/blog/where-to-stay-hoi-an/https://vietnamguide.co.kr/blog/where-to-stay-hoi-an/A practical guide to the three main accommodation zones in Hoi An — Old Town, the middle ground, and the beach resorts — with honest trade-offs for each.Tue, 19 May 2026 20:17:06 GMThttps://vietnamguide.co.kr/blog/phu-quoc-airport-guide/https://vietnamguide.co.kr/blog/phu-quoc-airport-guide/If you are heading to Phu Quoc, you probably have a few questions about the airport before you land. Where are the ATMs? Is there a lounge? How do you get to thTue, 19 May 2026 12:27:55 GMThttps://vietnamguide.co.kr/blog/kingkong-mart-phu-quoc/https://vietnamguide.co.kr/blog/kingkong-mart-phu-quoc/Phu Quoc Souvenirs — Kingkong Mart Has You Covered Visiting a local mart is one of the better ways to get a feel for everyday life in a place. If you are in PhuTue, 19 May 2026 12:27:03 GMThttps://vietnamguide.co.kr/blog/where-to-stay-in-nha-trang/https://vietnamguide.co.kr/blog/where-to-stay-in-nha-trang/Nha Trang has grown into one of Vietnam's most popular beach destinations, with hotels and resorts spread across more than seven beaches. The city has an unusuaTue, 19 May 2026 12:23:02 GMThttps://vietnamguide.co.kr/blog/where-to-stay-in-hanoi/https://vietnamguide.co.kr/blog/where-to-stay-in-hanoi/Not sure where to stay in Hanoi? This guide breaks down the best areas — Hoan Kiem, Old Quarter, Tay Ho, and Ba Dinh — so you can choose based on your travel stMon, 18 May 2026 19:04:02 GMThttps://vietnamguide.co.kr/blog/non-la-vietnam/https://vietnamguide.co.kr/blog/non-la-vietnam/Learn about the Non La, Vietnam's iconic conical hat — its history, how it's made, where to buy one, and how much it costs.Mon, 18 May 2026 18:59:15 GMThttps://vietnamguide.co.kr/blog/beer-in-vietnam/https://vietnamguide.co.kr/blog/beer-in-vietnam/A guide to beer in Vietnam — local brands by region, what to order, and how much to expect to pay. Covers Saigon, Bia Hanoi, Huda, 333, Larue, and Tiger.Mon, 18 May 2026 17:18:10 GMThttps://vietnamguide.co.kr/blog/vietnam-climate/https://vietnamguide.co.kr/blog/vietnam-climate/Vietnam stretches over 1,600 km from north to south, and its climate varies dramatically by region. This guide covers the key differences between northern, centSun, 17 May 2026 18:49:33 GMThttps://vietnamguide.co.kr/blog/vinh-khanh-food-street/https://vietnamguide.co.kr/blog/vinh-khanh-food-street/A practical guide to Vinh Khanh Street in Ho Chi Minh City, including what to expect, how to order seafood, menu tips, safety notes, and how to get there.Sat, 16 May 2026 11:12:50 GMThttps://vietnamguide.co.kr/blog/kidnapping-in-vietnam/https://vietnamguide.co.kr/blog/kidnapping-in-vietnam/Recent news coverage of Cambodia kidnapping cases — including a widely reported account from former Vietnam football coach Park Hang-seo [1] — has raised anxietFri, 15 May 2026 23:41:43 GMThttps://vietnamguide.co.kr/blog/circle-k-vietnam/https://vietnamguide.co.kr/blog/circle-k-vietnam/If you're traveling through Vietnam — whether you're in Ho Chi Minh City, Hanoi, or Da Nang — you'll end up at a convenience store more often than you'd expect.Fri, 15 May 2026 20:56:56 GMThttps://vietnamguide.co.kr/blog/da-nang-packing-list/https://vietnamguide.co.kr/blog/da-nang-packing-list/Da Nang is easy to travel without much preparation, but there are four items worth packing. This guide covers what they are and why they help.Fri, 15 May 2026 20:21:04 GMThttps://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.Mon, 29 Sep 2025 17:32:25 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 09:48:22 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 07:15:26 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 10:19:27 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 07:41:44 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 naFri, 26 Sep 2025 20:41:37 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 significFri, 26 Sep 2025 18:18:20 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 10:43:16 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 10:22:07 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 roTue, 09 Jul 2024 15:29:44 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 08:24:10 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 11:19:11 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 11:13:33 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 10:34:56 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 10:15:44 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 09:30:26 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 09:23:39 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 03:52:29 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 11:27:38 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 07:47:53 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 VietnamMon, 15 Apr 2024 18:58:09 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 locMon, 15 Apr 2024 18:52:33 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 07:04:42 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 mMon, 30 Oct 2023 23:05:54 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 09:39:18 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 13:30:33 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 08:41:29 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 10:33:19 GMT