Before you head out to Vietnam, make sure that you have enough stock for the medication that you need. This is especially helpful for people who have to take maintenance medication. And just before you head out, it is important that you review guide books and prepare an itinerary for the places that you want to go to and things that you want to do while you are in Vietnam.
What are the other important things that you need to remember when you are in Vietnam?
The moment you reach Vietnam, make sure that you are equipped with reliable internet and mobile service by buying a SIM card from a reliable telecommunications provider in Vietnam. One other thing that you might want to consider is getting a Tourism SIM the moment you reach the airport. The most commonly used brands in Vietnam include Mobifone, Viettel and Vinaphone.
If you want to be able to save money, then avoid purchasing anything from your hotel. Examples of services and items that you should try to purchase elsewhere include airport transfers, tours and even SIM cards. These hotels tend to add premium charges on every product and service that they sell or offer,
While drinking tap water may help you save money, avoid doing so at all cost. You will be better off by buying bottled water that have not been kept under the sun. You do not want to risk ruining your holiday because your stomach has become upset, wouldn’t you?
Motorbike taxis may be cheaper than your regular taxis but they are more dangerous as well. So if you can avoid it then do so. You are allowing yourself to be at risk for potential dangers. And the helmet that they make you wear during the ride may give you the dandruff that we all want to avoid at all cost.
When taking taxi, make sure that you are riding one of the taxis of companies that are reliable. If you are in the South, you should take Vinasun and Mai Linh taxis and those visiting the northern part of Vietnam should consider the Taxi Group although the fare can be a little higher. The rest of the taxi companies might try to milk money from you buying taking you to your destination via longer routes.
For visits to religious sites and local dwellings, consider dressing appropriately if you do not want to offend the locals and make a good impression instead.