Vietnam Travel Infomation

More than�86 million people live in Vietnam.�Most live in the larger cities but there are still quite a few mountain tribes, especially in the far north � among them the Cat Cat, the Black H�mong and the Red Dzao.�You can meet some of these friendly people if you take the train north from Hanoi for some Sapa trekking.�For a taste of Vietnamese culture, you can visit the town of�Hu� and if you're looking for some laid back enjoyment, visit Hoi An where you can cycle through rice paddies, stretch out on the nearby beach or take a cooking class to learn how to make traditional Vietnamese dishes.

Time difference: Vietnam is 6hrs ahead of the UK. An additional hour is added during our winter time.

Best time to travel: December to May, although you can travel at any time really. It's also a great place to stop on a Round the World trip.

Language: Vietnamese is the official language, however many people speak English. Menus are usually available in English.�In some areas you may hear people speaking�French, as Vietnam was once a French colony.�

Currency: The�Vietnamese Dong, although many places accept and quote prices in US$. The exchange rate fluctuates, but in general �1 is about 25,450 VND�(Vietnamese Dong).

Telephone calls: You shouldn't have any problem using your mobile, but this could be quite expensive.�It's possible�to�buy an international phone card that you can use from a telephone box.�

�Internet: You can find internet access almost�anywhere in�Vietnam. At times you'll have internet access from your hotel room, but you�ll find plenty of internet cafes in every destination.�

Photography: It�s best to be sensitive mekong homestay tour mango homestay mekong about taking photos. Always ask permission and show restraint when taking photos.

Voltage: Electricity in homestay mekong delta vietnam is 220 Volts, alternating at 50 cycles per second. The electrical sockets are different, so it's best that you bring along a universal plug adaptor.

National holidays 2010:
January 3, 2010 - Enlightenment of�Buddha
February 3, 2010 - Communist Party of Viet Nam Foundation Anniversary
February 11�- 19, 2010 - TET Festival (rings in�the year of the Tiger)
April 30, 2010 - Liberation Day
May 1, 2010 - Labour Day
May 2,�2010 - Buddha's Birthday

If you're planning a trip to Vietnam, there are several options for a Vietnam itinerary route. In general, travellers go from north to south or vice versa, as Vietnam is a long and narrow country. You can also choose to base your holiday around Hanoi, and arrange a purely North Vietnam mekong delta tour with homestay.