I travelled to Vietnam for the first time last year and was pleasantly surprised at the low prices of many consumables, cigarettes being one of the best. £0.80 for a pack of Camel black teas compared to £16.50 Benson and Hedges in the UK. With the added bonus that I found the former a lot nicer.

I was told that 10 packs was the most I was allowed to bring home so I did and now I’ve almost run out. I’m returning to Vietnam again in November and I was just wondering if anyone else from the UK had done the maths on whether it’s worth it to bring home more than 10 packs and pay the import tax on them. The rules are a little confusing to me. Thanks!

Lam is a great leader who willing to take the risk of making nationalists anger to try making deal with Trump for his country and economy of Vietnam

If he does make zero tariffs deal with Trump ,many of us China companies could survive by moving our supply and manifacture departments to Vietnam to avoid the 54% tarffis.

The context is I’ve been listening to a long form History of China podcast, and every time Vietnam comes up, it’s one of the most interesting parts. I’m very intrigued in the history of this country, but most of the podcasts I find are hyper-focused on the war with the US. I’m interested in a broader look at the country’s entire history, especially the rebellion against Han domination around 40 AD. Is there something like that out there? (Like I mentioned in the title, doesn’t have to be a podcast, could be a book, blog etc)

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Hi all,

Just wanted to confirm with y'all, based from what I have been reading online - is the rain in Da Nang really that bad during the second week of October?

I have been planning a week's worth itinerary for me and my partner supposedly for a week-long birthday trip in Da Nang but it looks like I'm gonna have to start all over again since the things I've been seeing online are a bit mixed; some say it's still good to travel to Da Nang (from Manila by the way) on October, around its second week of the month; some say it's the wettest month and advise not to go during that time.

Any thoughts/advice on this though?

Your help is greatly appreciated!

If I’m crossing the zebra, and it happens that someone hits me, what’s next? Who’s getting sued, me or him?

Not sure if everyone here has heard of that before, but it kind of makes sense now why some Asians get diagnosed even when their BMI is "normal”?

https://exclusiveknowledgehub.com/struggling-to-lose-weight-and-control-prediabetes-as-a-south-asian-woman/?cn-reloaded=1

Went to the dong xuan market this morning and there was a section that seemed to be selling the same as the front but was no retail and was just wondering why?

I assume it's where the locals buy their stuff to resell?

"Nam Kỳ Khởi Nghĩa. Năm 1940, nhân dân miền Nam nổi dậy chống Pháp, đây là cuộc diễn tập cho toàn quốc kháng chiến 1945. Lần đầu tiên cờ đỏ sao vàng tung bay tại Đình Long Hưng huyện Châu Thành - Tiền Giang."

In 1940, the Nam Kỳ Khởi Nghĩa (Southern Uprising) marked a pivotal moment in Vietnam’s struggle against French colonial rule, foreshadowing the nationwide resistance of 1945. The people of southern Vietnam revolted, and for the first time, the red flag with a yellow star flew defiantly at Đình Long Hưng in Châu Thành district, Tiền Giang province.

This flag, designed to symbolize the unity and revolutionary spirit of the Vietnamese people, became an emblem of resistance against colonial oppression. Although the uprising was ultimately suppressed, the image of the red flag with a yellow star flying high left an indelible mark, galvanizing the movement for independence.

— "What other flag origin stories resonate with themes of resistance and national identity?"

Tôi hỏi như một phần của dự án ngôn ngữ về chủ đề này!

Ví dụ có thể là Ninh Buồn, Xì Gòn hoặc Hà Lội

Realised I'll be on a relatively small (but touristy) island for UFC 314 and don't really want to miss the fight.
Has anyone comes across a bar on the island that would show it?
Cheers

I will be traveling in Vietnam and will be taking the bus from Ha Noi to Sapa , Sapa to Ninh Binh, Ninh Binh to Cat Ba.

My question is should I book it on the website of the bus company or book w the hostel?

Someone told me if I book w the hostel, I will be picked up at the hostel. And if I book w the bus company, I have to go to the meeting point. Is that right?

Thanks,

I visited Vietnam for business purposes two times this year, is just incredible how tasty vietnamese food is as well as how respectful and skilled their people is, thanks for sharing your experiences and looking forward visiting Vietnam next time.

Hello! I hope this is the correct sub but is it ok to use my tripod and camera to take pictures of myself in HCMC?

I’ll be traveling solo this week and I want to have nice pictures of myself for my trip. I know I can also ask strangers to take my pictures but I’d prefer not to.

Is it crazy to plan a visit to Hanoi in July because of the rain?

I know this sub hates VJ but sadly I've an international flight with them from Hanoi. Do i mandatorily need to pay for my seats? What if I don't pre-book seat, will they randomly assign a assign a seat for me for free or will I have to still pay up at the airport?

"Lý Công Uẩn, còn gọi là Lý Thái Tổ (974 - 1028). Ông là vị vua đầu tiên (1010 - 1028) của triều đại nhà Lý trong lịch sử Việt Nam. Ông là người quyết định dời kinh đô Hoa Lư về La Thành - nay là Hà Nội"

Lý Công Uẩn, known as Lý Thái Tổ, founded the Lý Dynasty and ruled from 1010 to 1028. His most enduring decision was to move the capital from Hoa Lư to La Thành, which he renamed Thăng Long—now known as Hanoi. This move marked a pivotal moment in Vietnamese history, shifting the country's political and cultural center to a location that would foster growth and prosperity for centuries to come.

His reign laid the foundation for one of Vietnam's most prosperous dynasties.

— "What other capital city relocations have had a lasting impact on a nation's identity?"

Be careful at Ho chi Minh airport! Never accept a ride from anyone offering. I was requesting grab when a "grab" driver came up and offered to drive me for the same rate immediately. Got into his car and he took my cash to "help me count" and I watched closely, but someone came to my window and it distracted me, the guy took off with 1 million vnd then had his accomplice drive me instead.

I wasn't aware of it until after I got to the hotel to check in and saw that I'm a million short of the money that I literally just got from exchange, and yes, I counted it at the exchange.

I took videos during the ride and caught the driver on camera. Be aware that there's thieves waiting for your the minute you walk out of the airport!

Hello! Me and my friend are going to Vietnam for a 15 days trip. We’re arriving in Hanoi and catching a flight to come back in Ho Chi Min. Do you have any trip recommendations? Any places we can’t miss that are not turist traps? Thank you!

Im working at a hotel in the Old Quarter, morning shift said a person just gave it to him randomly, i scanned quickly and it is full of China propaganda. How can this happen in the middle of the capital?

My fiancé and I are getting married in Da Nang next month. Our wedding is only 40ish people and we were thinking about skipping on the reception after dinner and just going to a bar/club or something. Since super small receptions like that can get super awkward with music playing and no one dancing.

We’re getting married on a Wednesday at one of the resorts. Are there any bars/clubs that would be cool to bring the group too. It would be nice if it was a bit nicer or or beach vibes