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posted
09-Oct-2005 20:24
by: hongha »

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15-Nov-2009 12:31
by: grizzly »

158 replies , 253,516 views location: Vietnam

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FAQ Thread for Vietnam

The purpose of this thread is to provide answers to Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) about traveling in Vietnam I hope that this FAQ helps newcomers and others plan their trips to Vietnam. I would like to thank all the posters who have contributed information to this thread. To make searching easier for you, please find my index of some major topics as follows:

1. Visa for Vietnam => find posts #115, 117, 111
2. Ha Long bay tours/Cat Ba => #83, 84
3. Vietnam - China border crossings => #7
4. Vietnam - Laos border crossings => #8, 50, 58
5. Vietnam - Cambodia border crossings => #96, 107
6. What to see in Vietnam? => #12
7. Taxi/bus from airport to cities => #3
8. Train in Vietnam => #76
9. The lunar new year (Tet) => #23, 80, 114
10. Bus from Hanoi to Vientiane => #79
11. Bus/train from Hanoi to Kunming => #105, 106
12. Bus/train from Hanoi to Nanning => #95, 99, 100
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posted
30-Sep-2005 14:46
by: chaskemp »

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22-Nov-2009 16:06
by: zeke7 »

65 replies , 96,339 views

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FAQ Thread for Mainland SE Asia

This branch covers:
Cambodia, Laos, Myanmar, and Vietnam

Here you will find links to information on health issues, visas, transportation, volunteering, weather, food, and more. Links to well-regarded resources such as Travelfish, Tales of Asia, Canby, and so on are also here.

Note: This is a FAQ/internet resources post, not an area for asking questions (nobody will answer questions here) or a place to post personal blogs, photos, etc. Please do post updates or added information that will help others find their way around the Southeast Asia mainland.

CK

Guidebook Updates
To get the latest updates to any of our guidebooks - or to add your own - visit the Guidebook Feedback branch of the Thorn Tree. See below for links to all the guides relating to mainland SE Asia.
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posted
23-Nov-2009 01:00
by: jel8698 »

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23-Nov-2009 01:16
by: eddie964 »

2 replies , 16 views location: Myanmar

Exchange rate to US Dollar

What is the current black market exchange for dollars? is it better to exchange as you go along or in the bigger cities? I imagine buses and guest houses take dollars. thanks

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posted
23-Nov-2009 00:59
by: jel8698 »

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23-Nov-2009 00:59
by: jel8698 »

0 replies , 3 views location: Myanmar

Travel to east coast

I was reading about the beaches in myanmar and was wondering if foreigners are allowed to travel there now? Road access was closed due to the cyclone. Thanks.

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posted
22-Nov-2009 23:01
by: thorndike »

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22-Nov-2009 23:04
by: Cocodrilo »

1 replies , 20 views location: Laos

Summer weather in Laos

Hi,

We're planning a trip to Laos in July en hope to cover South, Middle en Lower-North. We're wondering how the weather is in that period because we receive contradictory information...

Regards.

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posted
22-Nov-2009 20:29
by: trebor78 »

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22-Nov-2009 23:24
by: kitte »

1 replies , 31 views location: Myanmar

Golden Mandalay Hotel

Does anyone know an e-mail address of this hotel located 19th street (east of the Mandalay palace)?

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posted
22-Nov-2009 20:23
by: trebor78 »

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23-Nov-2009 00:41
by: kopwint »

1 replies , 70 views location: Myanmar

Biking around Inle

Can anyone give me some pleasant bike rides to do around Nyaung Shwe-Inle lake? Any map for that available on line or locally?
What's the way/distance from Nyaung Shwe to ride to Shwe Yan Pyay monastery and Bawrithat pagoda?

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posted
22-Nov-2009 19:02
by: kanlimin »

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23-Nov-2009 00:55
by: kanlimin »

5 replies , 89 views location: Laos

How to see true Laos in a short time

Trying to get off the beaten paths in a short time might sound like an impossibility, but I hope someone here can help me achieve that.

I'm planning a rather short vacation around Christmas holidays. My planned itinary is Hanoi - Vientain - Vien Vang - Luang Prabang - Hanoi in 8 days. I have heard many a saddened traveler about how Luang Prabang is no longer what it was 10 years ago, and Vien Vang has become yet another backpacker's waterhole. I'm going there now to make sure I see it as soon as possible before it changes even more. However, I wonder if there is anywhere close to this route that I can make a detour and see a village or town that hasn't been altered too much by tourism. I'm a rather hardy traveler and wouldn't mind taking the local transport, getting on top of a bus, sitting next to chickens or hitching a hike on a tractor.

Your input is greatly appreciated.

L... more »

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posted
22-Nov-2009 18:57
by: DougG »

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22-Nov-2009 20:29
by: Cocodrilo »

1 replies , 26 views location: Cambodia

share taxi to Bang Melea temple

The day after tomorrow or Wed, my friend and I will head out to Bang Melea early in a taxi. We'd be happy to split the cost with one or 2 other people. I'm guessing it's 30 to 40 $ total. I'll check this email tomorrow night to see if there's any interest.

Or drop a note at our hotel, which is My Home at #142, St. Psar Krom--for Doug or Karin.

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posted
22-Nov-2009 17:48
by: chesterdog »

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22-Nov-2009 20:39
by: Toothache »

1 replies , 48 views location: Vietnam

Vietnam in July

I am a teacher, so I am limited to July and August... so any opinions?? Is it worth it to go ?

If it is okay in the summer, any places to avoid?
Any areas better than others?

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posted
22-Nov-2009 17:43
by: chesterdog »

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22-Nov-2009 21:49
by: henrydog »

1 replies , 40 views location: Vietnam

Vietnam to China

Has anyone gone into China and then headed over to Hong Kong?

How difficult was it?
Can it be done?

Thanks Dave

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posted
22-Nov-2009 16:56
by: Travelonthemind »

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22-Nov-2009 16:56
by: Travelonthemind »

0 replies , 15 views

my 6 weeks in Vietnam with kids blog - cover Phu Quoc to Danang

http://www.travelblog.org/Asia/Vietnam/Southeast/Ho-Chi-Minh-City/blog-121269.html
Info is now 2 years old so keep that in mind.

just bringing forward again as time of year for trip planning :)

Cheers
Shelly

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posted
22-Nov-2009 16:31
by: The_Funky_Trave... »

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22-Nov-2009 22:05
by: henrydog »

1 replies , 27 views

Suggestions for northern laos - 10 days

We have between 10-12 days in laos starting in luang prabang, got a few ideas of what we want to do but I would be interested to hear peoples thoughts on a workable itinerary including anything else not to be missed to make the most of our time before we head back into thailand.

Things we are interested in are;

Kuan Si falls, pak ou caves (from Luang Prabang)
A trek in nam tha (not sure whether a jungle trek or a muang Sing trek - we have just done a trek in Sapa though)
Nong khiaw/Nam Ou
Muang Ngoi

we would like to do a boat journey, maybe the slow boat to huay xai from lp in time for our border crossing but if we go north this will mean back tracking, i have seen boat options from Nam tha maybe more expensive so what other options would there be. Our other alternative is just to do a boat trip in one of these regions and then just fly to chang Mia from lp to save time.. more »

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posted
22-Nov-2009 15:12
by: landofthemidnig... »

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22-Nov-2009 15:12
by: landofthemidnig... »

0 replies , 28 views location: Vietnam

HCMC hotel with pool

Hello,
Can anyone reccommed a budget/mid range (under 50$ Canadian, a night) hotel with a pool in Ho Chi Minh City? I know there is one in the LP, but any others out there? I am going to be there during Tet 2010.

Thanks

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posted
22-Nov-2009 14:13
by: cambofest »

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22-Nov-2009 14:13
by: cambofest »

0 replies , 23 views location: Cambodia

Don't miss Cambodia's indie film fest, CAMBOFEST, December 4-6

If you're heading to Cambodia around early December, be sure to check out Cambodia's only international, indie film festival, CAMBOFEST, now in its 3rd year - CamboFest features new movies from around the world (including Cambodia, of course)

This year's CamboFest takes place along Cambodia's south coast in Kampot (close to Kep and Sihanoukville), from December 4-6, and will be held in a vintage Cambodian movie house which is being revived especially for CamboFest.

        • Seven international filmmakers attending ****

See movie lineup, schedules, and more info @ http://www.cambofest.com

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posted
22-Nov-2009 13:17
by: alcoy5 »

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22-Nov-2009 16:26
by: Toothache »

2 replies , 48 views

Where to stay in HCMC

We would like something central and cheap. It should be ultra clean with a good breakfast and ensuite facilities. The room must have a window as well. I've looked at the internet for hours but there are so many similar hotels that it seems impossible.
I think that the Hong Vy 3 meets our criteria but has anyone stayed there; alternatively can you recommend something in the same price range. All your replies will be gratefully received so thank you in advance.

Jackie

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posted
22-Nov-2009 12:47
by: chillinscottie »

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22-Nov-2009 12:47
by: chillinscottie »

0 replies , 34 views location: Cambodia

crazy cambodian experiences and diving

hey all,
ill be travelling to cambodia at the end of january for a month. im currently planning up my trip and have all the usual temple/dolphin/beach/lake stuff in there but am looking to add some 'off the beaten track' activities to my trip.

has anyone got ANY suggestions for some unique/crazy/weird experiences they have experienced or heard about in camodia? im open to any ideas really as i like to make the most of it while im in a country

also has anyone done any diving in cambodia? which is a good dive company and is it worth doing as ive read the dive sites arnt exactly the worlds best??????

and, for anyone whos already been there, how many days would you recommend spending in PP to cover all the must dos of the city?

last of all, how long should i allow for a trip from pp to kratie to see the dolphins?????? will 2 days be enough including the journey there n bac... more »

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