Vietnam moves fast. The food is extraordinary, the coastline goes on forever, and the history is everywhere. I've spent time in both north and south and each feels like a different country.
Vietnamese food is the best street food culture in the world. I will die on this hill. Chris, Moving Jack
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Vietnam Travel FAQ
An e-Visa is available for most nationalities and is valid for 90 days, single or multiple entry. Apply online before travel at the official Vietnamese immigration portal. It usually takes 3 business days to process.
Vietnam is generally very safe for tourists. The main risks are traffic (motorbikes everywhere), petty theft in tourist areas, and scams. Violent crime targeting tourists is rare.
Depends on your interests. Hanoi and the north (Halong Bay, Sapa) feel more traditionally Vietnamese. Ho Chi Minh City and the south are more energetic and modern. Flying into Hanoi and out of HCMC (or vice versa) avoids backtracking.