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Mainly 220V but in some areas 110V is also used....

Tipping for good service is not expected but is always appreciated in these developing nations. It is customary, though not compulsory, to tip tour guides and drivers at the end of a tour. Hotel and station porters should also be tipped....

International Flights: 14 USD from Hanoi / 12 USD from Ho Chi Minh City Domestic Flights: 2 USD (approx). Kids under two are exempt. This information might be changed, please check with your airlines or booking office for the exact detail. ...

• Lightweight and quick dry clothing is most appropriate for the summer months and warmer clothing for the winter months; sun hat; swimming costume. • Travel Documents: Passport, visa, travel insurance, air tickets, itinerary. • Health requirements and travel insurance arranged. • Flashlight / torch, alarm clock, sunglasses, sunscreen, insect repellent, personal first aid kit, toiletries. • Money: US dollars or travele rs cheques and / or credit card. • ...

Offices are usually open from Monday to Friday from 7:30am or 8:00am until 5:00pm or 6:00pm and often close for lunch between 11:30am and 1:30pm. Some offices also open Saturday morning. Shops open early and close any time between 6:00pm and 10:00pm. Most shops are open 7 days a week....

January 1: New Year's Day January / February: Tet or Vietnamese New Year. The actual dates vary from year to year according to the lunar calendar. Officially 3 days holiday but many businesses close down for a full week. This is the busiest time of the year for traveling in Vietnam and hotels, flights and trains are often full. April 30: Liberation of Saigon Day May 1: International Labour Day May 19: Birthday of Ho Chi Minh September 2: National Day AND below is a list of Do's and Don&rs...