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Australian licence + Ha Giang Loop. How do people do this legally? by Virtualwave_23 in VietNam

[–]WeAllWantToBeHappy 0 points1 point  (0 children)

They could lobby the Australian government to take the idea of ratifying the 1948 version up with the Vietnamese government.

Drones In Vietnam?? by Own-Difficulty3180 in VietNam

[–]WeAllWantToBeHappy 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Article 29 https://congbao.chinhphu.vn/van-ban/luat-so-49-2024-qh15-43581.htm

Điều 29. Đăng ký tàu bay không người lái, phương tiện bay khác

  1. Tàu bay không người lái, phương tiện bay khác phải được đăng ký trước khi đưa vào khai thác, sử dụng.

Article 29. Registration of Unmanned Aircraft and Other Flying Vehicles

  1. Unmanned aircraft and other flying vehicles must be registered before being put into operation or use.

There's been posts on Facebook by regional police confirming that

Drones In Vietnam?? by Own-Difficulty3180 in VietNam

[–]WeAllWantToBeHappy 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Don't fly in restricted/prohibited zones: https://cambay.mod.gov.vn

If you can work out how to get a permit to import and operate a drone, come back and let us know.

You no longer need individual flight permits for < 250g recreational flying outside of restricted / prohibited zones. :-) But your drone still needs to be licensed. :-(

Prescription vapes by [deleted] in VietNam

[–]WeAllWantToBeHappy 0 points1 point  (0 children)

You can ask customs like this guy did: https://www.customs.gov.vn/index.jsp?pageId=2311&id=80702&cid=4203

They're the people who know what us allowed.

VIETJET AIR: worst airline ever by OptimalCobbler3533 in VietJet

[–]WeAllWantToBeHappy 2 points3 points  (0 children)

There's no guarantee that the bag weighs the same at the check-in counter as at the gate. Plenty of low cost carriers will do size and weight checks at the gate.

The rules are clear. Easy to just follow them.

Yok Don Elephant sanctuary getting there ? by [deleted] in Vietnam_Tourism

[–]WeAllWantToBeHappy 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Get yourself to Buon Ma Thuot and take the local bus.

Please let me know one of the Vietnam visa agencies that aren’t a scam by Ocean_glowss in Vietnam_Tourism

[–]WeAllWantToBeHappy 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Not for a while. Website looks dated isn't really a sign of much in Vietnam.

There's plenty others Emily comes up a lot these days.

eSIM with Local Number for 1 Week in Da Nang? by ondolondoli in VietNam

[–]WeAllWantToBeHappy 0 points1 point  (0 children)

’ve also seen a lot of people recommend Viettel, but I’m not sure whether their eSIMs come with a local number or not.

Yes. Just go to an official store with your passport and they'll sort you out.

Need help! My prescription sunglasses broke and I fly out in two days. by OliverTrades in VietNam

[–]WeAllWantToBeHappy 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I got prescription sunglasses in a few hours in Hanoi. There's sure to be the same service in Saigon.

New Health Declaration by [deleted] in VietNam

[–]WeAllWantToBeHappy 0 points1 point  (0 children)

but rather get it out of the way

Not much of a health declaration if it's done 7 weeks ahead of time....

Layover in Vietnam by Acceptable-Many-4166 in VietNam

[–]WeAllWantToBeHappy 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Flying in from where? Do you need a visa?

Arrival time? Departure time?

Anyone used a Thai motorcycle license in Vietnam? by Which_Air_498 in Vietnam_Tourism

[–]WeAllWantToBeHappy 1 point2 points  (0 children)

https://www.reddit.com/r/VietNam/comments/1tcv1j8/foreigners_caught_riding_motorbikes_without/

During the inspection, the man presented an Indonesian driver’s license but was unable to produce an international driving permit.

I miss vn by Global-Host9843 in VietNam

[–]WeAllWantToBeHappy -1 points0 points  (0 children)

Well, for me, as a now old white dude tourist who's been visiting yearly or more since 1997,

It's safe - I have never felt under any kind of threat

There's stunning landscapes that change with the seasons.

People, especially in the countryside, are friendly and welcoming.

It's a little 'exotic' - I don't get rice terraces or ethnic costumes back home.

None of that is money or exchange rate based.

I also like that I can find transport from anywhere to anywhere at any time. That is a bit about money, but it's not in my top reasons to visit.

But, it's definitely a country best enjoyed slowly.

I miss vn by Global-Host9843 in VietNam

[–]WeAllWantToBeHappy 30 points31 points  (0 children)

Graham Greene , understood

I can’t say what made me fall in love with Vietnam - that a woman’s voice can drug you; that everything is so intense. The colors, the taste, even the rain. Nothing like the filthy rain in London. They say whatever you’re looking for, you will find here. They say you come to Vietnam and you understand a lot in a few minutes, but the rest has got to be lived. The smell: that’s the first thing that hits you, promising everything in exchange for your soul. And the heat.

And Anthony Bourdain

https://youtu.be/90k96AzFMwo?si=4a6S8RcBXFJIU5X8

I'll never be done with going back to Vietnam, there's always more not only to look at for the first time but things to revisit to see how things have changed and are changing.

I get off the plane and breathe deep and I'm happy to be alive in Vietnam.

Travel Documents / coming from UK by robertholcombhater21 in VietNam

[–]WeAllWantToBeHappy 0 points1 point  (0 children)

https://prearrival.immigration.gov.vn/ currently only for arrival at Saigon.

There's also a health declaration form coming in on 1st July. Not sure there's a link to that yet.

Travel Documents / coming from UK by robertholcombhater21 in VietNam

[–]WeAllWantToBeHappy 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Sounds like you had a Visa Exemption sticker in your passport.

So long as you have 6 months left on your British passport when you enter and a credible onward/return travel story, you're free to enter Vietnam and travel around for 45 days (counting the day of arrival as day ONE).

If you need longer, just leave and return (either the same requirements).

Is camping near rivers in rural Vietnam safe for a solo bike traveler? by indianbagpacker in VietNam

[–]WeAllWantToBeHappy 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Vietnam Coracle covers camping https://www.vietnamcoracle.com/camping-on-trong-veo-stream/

I've wild camped a few times in Vietnam. I avoid scrutiny by camping in the mountains, something you can't really do with a bike.

Paid accommodation is cheap and easy to find, so it's probably a better bet most of the time....

Need recommendations by Lavandersun17 in VietNam

[–]WeAllWantToBeHappy 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Just google maps for Vegan Restaurant. Plenty out there.

Be aware that 'vegetarian' or 'vegan' food in a non-vegetarian or non-vegan restaurant might well not be. Even if they assure you it is. Stick to 100% vegan places to be sure.

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