How to cross the street in Vietnam

Scared - that's the answer of travellers who be asked: "how did you feel while you cross the street in Vietnam?". Getting around Ha Noi and Saigon on foot is so popular with foreigner travellers, but the traffic in Ha Noi and Saigon is very crowded with motor-cycles, taxis, buses, cars... they seem to be never stop. If you travel to Vietnam, you should learn how to cross a street in Vietnam. Trust me!

Acess to Cambodia from Vietnam (by land)

1. Bavet (Cambodian side) – Moc Bai (Mộc Bài - Vietnamese side)

On the Cambodian side, the Bavet international border checkpoint is located in Svay Rieng Province, and on the Vietnamese side, The Moc Bai international border checkpoint is located in Tay Ninh Province.

This is the most popular international border checkpoint to access to Cambodia from Vietnam.

Tourist can reach Cambodian from Vietnam through the gates. Visas on arrival and E-visas are available there. They can get access to Phnompenh by National Road No.1. The distance between Ho Chi Minh City and Phnompenh is 230km.

Everyday, there are a lot of bus departure from Ho Chi Minh city to Phnompenh, siem Riep,… and back: Mailinh Bus, Kumho Bus, Sapaco Bus, Mekong Express Bus,…

Health & Safety

Health Insurance:

Never travel without a health insurance as there might always happen an accident. Ask your insurance whether, in case of an emergency, a return transport to your home country is included or not. Also, check before your travel, whether the insurance pays for adventure activities and medical expenses.

Pharmaceuticals:

If you need special or even regular medicine, better take it with you, as it might be difficult to find it in Vietnam.

DOs & DON'Ts When Travel at Vietnam

Vietnam is a friendly and safe place to travel with the hidden charm. But each country have special different, Vietnam too. Different about culture, history and style life… With a sprinkling of common sense, your trip should be smooth and trouble free. Do not be overly paranoid though. Generally, Vietnamese people are very appreciative if they see you trying to abide by the customs, and very forgiving if you get it wrong or forget. If you make the effort, you will be rewarded. With a cool head and sensible planning, one can avoid these problems.

The below advice meant to help you have a perfect trip to Vietnam: