Payments and Getting Cash in Vietnam Vietnam is still very much a cash society, with card payments not being common with foreign cards. If they are accepted then there is always a fee of about 3 – 5%, so having cash is always the best solution. Although many places mention prices in USD it is […]
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Mai Chau, Hoa Binh
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Mai Chau is a small town about 140 south west of Hanoi. A beautiful rice field valley surrounded by mountains on both sides, with the Pu Luong nature reserve just 50km away. It is well known for its peaceful vibe with homestays nestled in the rice fields with small villages dotted around the area. October […]
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Quy Nhon is a coastal city between the centre and the south of Vietnam. Known for its beautiful beaches and large selection of seafood. With less tourism than many of the beach towns and cities this is a great option for those that want to avoid the crowds whilst relaxing on the beach. Getting to […]
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It can’t be overstated how dangerous driving at night outside of the cities is in Vietnam!!! Never plan to ride between cities at night. Outside of cities then street lights are few and far between. In the mountains or rural areas these are nonexistent. So once you are out there at night it is pitch […]
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Moc Chau is 200km west of Hanoi and famed for its fertile land making it one of the most beautiful landscapes in the north. In particular, it is known for the blossom season, tea fields and waterfalls. The climate here is milder compared to other places in the north. Even in summer it can be […]
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Motorbike insurance isn’t a thing in Vietnam. That is to say that there is no 3rd party insurance, theft insurance or general motorbike insurance. While there is something you can get called “insurance” for $2 at petrol stations, this isn’t something that you will be able to claim on if there is an accident and […]
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The Thanh Chuong Tea Fields are a large lake with small islands filled with tea fields. The unique view is quite impressive. More than being a place that is worth visiting in its own right, it is the location that makes this so important. Half way between Ninh Binh or Pu Luong in the north […]
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Everyone riding in Vietnam is required to have 2 things, a domestic motorbike license and a 1968 International Drivers Permit, IDP, with a motorbike stamp. For British people this makes it very easy as this is the IDP that is available in the UK. The 1968 International Drivers Permit In the UK there are 2 […]
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How Can Australians Drive Legally in Vietnam?
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As for every nationality you need 2 things to drive legally in Vietnam. The 1968 International Drivers Permit, or IDP, with the stamp A, and the domestic motorbike license. This creates a problem for Australians as you are only able to get the 1949 International Drivers Permit in Australia. The 1949 and 1968 International Drivers […]
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Sym Wave 50cc – How to ride the Ha Giang Loop without a license?
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Sym Wave 50cc – How to ride the Ha Giang Loop without a license? In Vietnam for any bike over 50cc you need either a Vietnamese motorbike license or a International Drivers Permit with motorbike stamp and a domestic motorbike license. If you do not have either of these then legally you are not able […]