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A scenic view of Turtle Tower on Hoan Kiem Lake surrounded by lush greenery in Hanoi, Vietnam.
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Vietnamese Toilet Etiquette: Squat vs Sit, Hose vs Paper — What to Expect

Bathrooms in Vietnam vary wildly by venue — from gleaming sit-down stalls in Hanoi cafes to squat pans at rural bus stops. Here is what to actually expect.

May 30, 20264 min readall
Several 500,000 Vietnamese dong banknotes fanned out
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Vietnam Currency Guide: VND Notes, Colors & How to Avoid Common Scams

A breakdown of Vietnamese dong notes, their colors, and the change scams that catch travelers. Learn how to spot fake notes and protect yourself at markets and street food stalls.

Feb 23, 20265 min readall
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