Getting Around Vietnam

Forget about the Vietnam War. That's the advice any traveler to this magnificent country will have for you. The country has undergone a massive transformation over the past three decades and is now major exotic travel destination in Asia. War memorials notwithstanding, the war is of little significance now to the modern day population and tourists. Today, Vietnam is full of warm, friendly, and hospitable people who always go the extra mile to welcome tourists to the land. The only thing you need to get used to is the millions motor bikes that rumble down the roads at an incredible pace.

If you are planning on a vacation in Vietnam, then you may wish to know the best time to visit the region. Being such a vast area, the weather differs greatly from north to south. Unfortunately, there may be no ideal month to visit both places at a stretch. However, the end of the year will fetch you warm and dry conditions in the south and cooler conditions with rain in the north. If you aren't too fussy about the climate, then any time is a good time to visit Vietnam.

Getting around Vietnam is easy. There are a number of buses, trains, domestic flights that connect between major cities, and of course, there is a choice of private vehicles as well. Overall, the country has an efficient transportation system that is easily accessible. Moreover, you will find it cheap to get around from place to place. Not to forget, you can bargain with the taxi driver when you need to travel long distances. Speaking of bargaining, your dollar or Euro can really stretch in Vietnam. An open bus ticket from Ho Chi Minh City to Hanoi can be got for as little as $30. That's an incredible 1700 kms with stopovers along the way. You can halt at any destination and carry on whenever you wish to. The route takes you through Nha Trang, Hoi An, and Hue Citadel. It is advisable to check out a map route when you plan your itinerary. You can join the teeming millions and opt to hire a motorbike for around $5-7 a day. If you want to slow it down, rent a bicycle for as little as $2 per day and have good fun travelling around with the locals. You will love it. If you are on a budget, you needn't worry. There are plenty of transport and accommodation options to suit every budget.

Food - there is plenty of it in Vietnam. Not only is it delicious, but cheap too. Make a concerted effort to eat at local restaurants and you can try out various Vietnamese delicacies. The authentic Bun Bo Hue, a spicy beef soup is ideal on a rainy day. If you are looking for seafood, then try Bun Cha Cua, a crab paste noodle soup, which is sure to tickle your palate and keep you going on your travels throughout the day. And, then, there is much more in Vietnam to experience!

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