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Vietnamese Culture

Our latest guides and tips on Vietnam: travel, food, local life, culture and shopping.

What Kinds of Jobs Can Foreigners Get in Vietnam?

New expats in Vietnam often default to teaching English, thinking it is their only option. In reality, there are many opportunities to pursue careers they are more passionate about.

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Where to Find the Best Vegan Food in Saigon

Saigon is a paradise for vegan and vegetarian foodies. HappyCow ranks it as the 10th most vegan-friendly city on the planet. Here is where to eat, from street stalls to upscale restaurants.

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Breaking Down the Banh Mi (Vietnamese Sandwich)

As a traveller in Vietnam, Banh Mi is one of the safer street foods you can enjoy. Here is everything that goes into the quintessential fusion Vietnamese sandwich so you know exactly what you are ordering.

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A Guide to Massages in Vietnam

One of the first stops in Vietnam for many travelers is the massage parlor! A rundown of the popular types of massages you will find in Vietnam and some recommended massage parlors in Saigon, Hanoi and Hoi An.

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Things To Do in Vietnam For Families With Children

Vietnam is a great country to visit with kids. Not only is it one of the most affordable countries for families to travel to, it also offers many fun and interesting activities for travelers of all ages.

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Unique Dining Experiences in Ho Chi Minh City

Ho Chi Minh City, or Saigon as it is referred to by the locals, is a mecca for foodies, with a lot of must-eat restaurants. We have rounded up a few of the most unique dining experiences in Ho Chi Minh City, from fine dining establishments where you cannot see the food in front of you to street food venues where you have to catch your own dinner.

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Actionable safety tips for solo female travelers in Vietnam

Although Vietnam is one of the safest countries in the world for solo travelers, women traveling alone are still more likely than men to be a target for scams and other crimes. Actionable advice from Vietnamese women.

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Mapping Street Food Culture in Saigon

What makes Vietnamese street food special, how street food culture was born, where to get certain dishes district by district, and how to make your Vietnamese street food experience the best it can be.

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Top 5 Historical Sites to Explore in Hoi An Ancient Town

It looks straight off a postcard! Streets full of lanterns and colorful colonial houses wow travelers when they set foot in Hoi An's Ancient Town for the first time, and this coastal town holds a long-standing history where both indigenous and foreign influences have played a major role.

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Iconic Vietnamese Fashion: The Ao Dai & Non La

Nothing portrays iconic Vietnamese fashion more than the long flowy dress and the conical hat, the Ao Dai and the Non La. The conical hat is more than a functional headpiece: it is a symbol of Vietnamese history, art and culture.

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