Been thinking about visiting Vietnam and wanted to get the latest intel from those who've been recently.
Specifically interested in:
1. Current price ranges
2. Best areas to base yourself
3. Any safety concerns
4. How's the quality compared to Thailand?
Any recent trip reports would be much appreciated. Thanks in advance.
Vietnam — what to pack
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How does it compare to Germany?
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Any restaurant recs for the daytime?
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With respect, my experience was more mixed. But maybe I went at the wrong time.
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25 Mar 2026 at 09:23
Great report, thanks for sharing. I had a similar experience there last month.
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Just booked my flights! Thanks for the motivation.
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Excellent write-up. This is why this forum is the best resource out there.
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With respect, my experience was more mixed. But maybe I went at the wrong time.
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Just booked my flights! Thanks for the motivation.
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How long did it take to feel comfortable and find the good spots?
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This matches my experience. Vietnam is one of my favorites.
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This matches my experience. Vietnam is one of my favorites.
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Been going for years. The scene has improved recently.
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