Important Safety Tips For Women Traveling In Vietnam
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Women and Clothing
When it comes to the attitudes of the Vietnamese towards women traveling solo, one aspect worth considering is that Vietnam is still quite a conservative country.
Many women have reported that Vietnamese men will ask them curiously about why they are traveling solo, and why they aren’t married. For this reason, some women choose to wear a dummy wedding ring as a decoy to avoid such questions being asked.
Clothing can also affect the way that men act towards women in Vietnam. The best option is to follow the style of the local women and to cover up when you are heading into the town or city center.
Some women who do go out wearing skimpy tops and skirts have reported some examples of being propositioned, although there are very few serious crimes that do take place in the country.
Avoiding Theft and Petty Crime
One of the most common issues that people find in Vietnam is that petty crime such as pickpocketing and theft of items such as cameras, laptops and rucksacks can happen. Good common sense can help to reduce the chances of this happening, and trying to avoid making yourself a target is very wise advice.
Keep any valuables hidden in a bag which you keep close to yourself at all times, and particularly avoid carrying a camera or sunglasses on a strap around your neck in populated areas.
One method of theft is from the back of a motorbike, so makes sure you keep a hand on any bags, as these can easily be grabbed from a moving bike.
Political Sensitivities and Photography
Although Vietnam is a country that has opened up significantly over recent years, like many countries, there is still a security presence around many military and transport hubs.
Try to avoid taking photographs in areas where police or military individuals are present and be aware that, in some cases, they may ask you to delete photos or even ask you to hand over your memory card. Be respectful and use your best judgment when taking photos.
Scams and Begging
There are many ways in which some unscrupulous retailers, taxi drivers and other service providers can try to catch out visitors to the country, and using unofficial inflated exchange rates is a common trick.
Also, try and research the tour company you are going to use if you are planning a trip around some of the major sights, as some people have reported having tours that are very different to the advertised itinerary. Begging is quite common, mainly in tourist areas, but most beggars will leave you alone if you say no.
Behavior and Cultural Considerations
Many of the people in Vietnam live modest lives, so try to be considerate and avoid displaying excessive wealth or expensive clothing and jewelry in areas where it is not common.
Like anywhere else, displaying wealth will not only attract petty criminals, but may also trigger some feelings of resentment from local people. One important thing to avoid is drugs and, while they may be available, the punishments can be severe.
Looking After Money and Documentation
Losing cash and your passport and visa can be an issue for travelers so, when possible, make sure that you use the safe in the hotel and carry a photocopy of your documents.
One good tip is to use a money belt that can be worn inside clothing, while using an inside pocket that cannot be reached without opening a jacket can also be a smart move.
Also, try not to keep everything in one place as losing your money; wallet and documentation in one go is something we all want to avoid while traveling.
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Ovad and Angela
Israel | 11/02/2018
Trip to Vietnam and Cambodia
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Hawkoinc
Australia | 11/02/2018
Motorcycle city and street food tour
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Moniqueavelaine
United Kingdom | 11/02/2018
Funny Travel made our trip amazing!
WOW, where to start. We had the most amazing experience in Vietnam with Vicky and the Funny Travel staff and there is no way we would have had such an incredible experience without their expertise. From the moment we booked Vicky communicated with us about what we hoped for in our 8 day trip in North Vietnam and now at the conclusion of our trip we are so happy because of the incredible experience they arranged. Everything was thoughtful and we'll orchestrated - we had great accommodations everywhere (including a homestay in an ethnic village near Sa Pa), we had AMAZING GUIDES!!! (thank you Thuc, Ben, and Hieu) and they were so knowledgeable of the communities and places we were visiting, Vicky set us up with a Sim card which made communication easy, she checked in and helped us easily get things done to make our trip more comfortable (arranging laundry, mail, etc), showed us amazing food and answered every question, and all around was so warm and welcoming. It was an incredible trip because of Funny Travel. We 100% recommend and plan to use Funny Travel again when we are back in Asia!
Samsee
Switzerland | 11/02/2018
Tour Halong Bay e Sapa
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Australia | 11/02/2018
Perfect Travel Agency
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Poland | 11/02/2018
Wonderfully warm, friendly and excellent service!
I would like to thank Funny Travel for their absolute fabulous service. We had a great time doing the bicycle and food tour and highly recommendit to anyone in the Hanoi area! A definite must-have experience!!
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Philippines | 11/02/2018
Hanoi Vacation
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Australia | 11/02/2018
Craig & Danielle Overend
We were lucky enough to come across Joe and he offered a street food tour to us. He and his colleague Ken took us on a tour trying all different types of food in the old quarter. He was also full of information about his country, we had a fantastic day and highly recommend Joe and his team. Great value for money.
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Spain | 11/02/2018
Buen hacer y excelente trato
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