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Ho Chi Minh City

My girlfriend is Vietnamese born but has both Belgium and Vietnamese nationality. She will visit Saigon for the first time for years and I will join her there for a week.

Will there be any problem staying in a hotel or rented apartment together ? She can use her Belgium ID. But her name is Vietnamese.

Thanks for advice

Peter

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I'll be in HCMC this august for the first time. is it possible for me to have tour around the city by my own?..or do i have really to get a tour guide? and what would be the best itinerary for me?..im staying there for only 4 days. as much as possible, i need the cheapest way. :)
Your help will be highly appreciated. thanks a lot.

I want to continue to discover better restaurants, cafes. Places like KFC lack FB on their wifi.

I have plan travelling to Vietnam in Jan 2014. Someone can help me!

Is it possible to travel in Vietnam by local train? It is good conditions? Is it expensive?

Hi,

I am Mann. I am from NZ. I am also going Vietnam/Cambodia on 1st week of june till last week of june. If anyone planning to go these dates then we can meet-up on Ho Chi Minh City, who want to explore Vietnam/Cambodia by train/bus like me.

Thanks.

Regards,
Mann

I am interested in architectural tours in English. If there are no tours, does HCM have a district or neighborhoods with Nouveau Architecture?

Hi there, I am intending to travel in HCMC for 4 days around mid May. Will it be safe for a female to get around herself? (: I don't speak Vietnamese & is slightly concerned about that. If not, could you pls recommend how I could get a female guide w me for 3 days, or arranged day trips at hostels if possible? Thank you so much for your help!

Hi during what day and what time can we see the water puppet show? and how to go there from Pham Ngu Lao?

how much we must pay to travel guide for 3 days?

please sent me the prices for van or mini bus for 14 passanger. Emai add: zlani35@gmail.com
Travel date 27 april 2013 tq

Hello!Well I have an idea of going around HCMC wearing an Ao Dai when I go there end of April. Do you happen to know where I can buy one? I know the best Ao Dai makers are in Hoi An but I do hope I could find a good and affordable Ao Dai in HCMC. Thanks!~Haydee

hi. i am planning of travelling to ho chi minh (saigon) on april 3 onwards alone for the first time . Is it safe to travel on that city and what are the best spot or places to visit for a 3 day visit. I will appreciate any answers.

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Hi There,

I am going to travel alone to HCMC alone on April 27 to May 1. My itinerary in mind should be as follow:

Day 1 - Cao Dai and Cu Chi
Day 2 - Check out at Dragon Palace, start Mekong tour
Day 3 - Mekong Delta (am), HCMC (PM)
Day 4 - Mui Ne
Day 5 - Mui Ne (am), HCMC (pm)

You think it is possible? I really want to go to Mui Ne :)

Thanks!

Haydee

Hi traveling to HCM mid September for 4 nights. Our family consists of 3 adults and 2 kids. Wanting to stay in district 1 in a hotel with pool. Happy with family room or 2 interconnecting however only wanting to pay up to $130 per night, have heard this is possible so any suggestions would be great. Also advice on shopping please. The girls love the LV etc rip offs and will be seeking tees, bags, clothing , shoes etc. Wondering what prices to pay and where best to shop for these. Also wanting tailor to have mens woolen dress pants made. Finally, what prices for meals etc should we expect to apy. Sorry for all the questions. We frequent Bali annually but first time to HCM.

Thank you for your reply in anticipation.

3 of us will be traveling to HCMC for 3 nights. First time travelers to Vietnam/HCMC. We aren't booking anything in advance as we figure the city tours will be easy to book when we get there. We are considering one day in HCMC and one day trip. Are there any extraordinary day trips out of HCMC worth doing? Our group likes to party but we also appreciate landmarks/sites/culture. Any help is appreciated. Thank you.

Beer!!

I am going with my Vietnamese wife to live there for a while... what shots should I have and what do I do if I get hurt or sick?

Has anyone tried joining pub crawl in HCMC if there is one? I'll be travelling alone this April and joining pub crawl would be awesome. :)

Haydee

I'm going to Ho Chi Minh and will arrive past midnight on Feb 9, the eve of Tet. Here are my questions: 1. Will there still be taxi booths of Vinasun and Mai Linh inside the airport at that time? 2. If not, will there still be taxis outside the airport? 3. Will taxi fare increase because it's Tet? 4. Is it safe to take a taxi (Vinasun/Mai Linh) alone at that hour? Or is it better for me to stay at the airport and wait until 5am or 6am before I take a taxi to the hotel? My other option is to book a hotel taxi or an airport transfer service for my peace of mind. However, I just find the fee too high. It's 4 times more than what I would pay for a taxi (Tet surcharge). Thank you!

I'll be arriving in Ho Chi Minh on the eve of Tet on a midnight flight. Here are my questions: 1. Will there be Vinasun or Mai Linh taxi booths at the airport at 1 in the morning? 2. If I get a taxi outside the airport, will the fare be doubled because it's Tet? 3. Is it safe to ride a taxi alone at that hour? 4. Is sleeping in the airport recommended? Say I wait til 5am or 6am before I take a taxi to the hotel. Thank you very much!

Going this next Nov, wife and I, and wondering what part of the city would be good to stay in, as well as hotel recommendations. We are looking for an area that has local markets to visit, we love local markets, and inter-acting with the locals. Street stalls a big plus as well, and by the way, any poblems with street food here or anywhere in VN??? Thailand street food is great and NEVER had any issues with the street stalls there. Hotels, doesn't have to be expensive 125$ max but i am sure that there are comfortable hotels out there for less. Would like something with good brkfst, wifi and a fitness center Thanks everyone and Happy travels fo the New Year! David

My girlfriend and I are traveling to Vietnam from Jan 12-27 and plan to make a trip to the Mekong Delta near the tail end of our trip for about 2 days. We've been advised to look into riverboats with overnight accommodations since this is supposedly the best way to see the region but the ones I've researched seem pretty pricey ("Mekong Eyes" comes to mind). If we only have 2 days to see the area, what riverboat tours are advised?

Hi all, we were planning to fly to HCMC on Feb. 10, 2013 and stay there and in Vung Tau until the 15th or 16th. I've heard that many restaurants and shops will be closed during Tet but is it only for a couple of days or for the whole week? Will it be difficult to get a ticket to hydrofoil between those places? All in all what I'd like to know is that if it's worth travelling there during Tet or if we should pick another time? Thanks guys! :)

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Hi there! I'm going to Ho Chi Min on April 2013 and will be travelling alone. I'm planning to go around places without a tour guide so I would basically use the public transportation. Is it safe to travel there alone? Thank you in advance! Happy New Year! Haydee

Im planning my vacation to HCM from 24 Jan to 28 Jan next month,with my Husband,both of us never been there. We would like to arrange for one day to visit attractions such as Ho Chi Minh Museum, , Cu Chi Tunnels, system of museums, theatres, cultural houses and etc. please recommend any good tourist guide and how much they will charge..plss

Hi , I will be in Ho Chi Minh @ 23 Dec 2012 around 13:10. I wanna rent a car from the airport to district 1 Pham Ngu Lao place. I have contacted a company, they give me quotation about 24USD per car one way including all tolls for a 5 seats card. We only have 2 persons. Any one kind advice if the price is reasonable? Any one will arrive there almost at the same time would like to share the car? ( I think 5 seats car can sit 4 persons.) My email: bigtoe_harbor@yahoo.com.sg Thanks

Hi do you know the name of this big restaurant which is in between ben thanh market and the reunification palace? It seems to be a former old building or a big house with two floors. it is a white building with plants or small trees.. and is an open-air type of resto. Food preparation sections are located on both sides. The beverage bar is located at the second floor. I want to google it to see some images but i cant seem to remember the name. Thank!!

Looking for a 3-4 star hotel with family rooms in HCMC. Any suggestions ????