I was in Vietnam this year in Feb/March. They do convert CAD. I am from Canada. I had my CAD converted at three different places in Nha Trang and also Da Nang. I did find one location that did not convert CAD, but there certainly are many locations that do. Secondly, converting your CAD to USD before you go you will lose money on that transaction before you even leave Canada. Getting Dong in Canada is also very expensive. My conversions in Vietnam from CAD to Dong were almost at the world base exchange rate which can't be beat. Gold shops give better rates than exchange booths where it appears you tried to exchange your CAD. Thirdly, you don't need a phone number for Grab. Make sure you have Grab on your phone and activated before you get there. When I arrived in Nha Trang, I got my sim card at the airport. Within seconds I was hailing a Grab without any hassle or setup that required a phone number. I used Grab daily for the next 20 days. Cheers!
Hello Megan, I want to give you a tip: You can change Canadian dollar to Vietnamese dong at any gold jewelry store in VN because they need them. There is no service fees and you are getting the money at market price. There is no limit in amount either. I found that is the best way to do. I always do that when I go to VN. Also, not all banks in VN accept Canadian money but some do.
Thanks Megan! Good points about the cell phone calling issues and atm credit card problems. Another thing to mention to most people from America is to make sure your phone is unlocked prior to traveling. Everyone else in the world buys their phone already unlocked but in America many companies subsidize a locked phone then make up more money than the phone is worth through their outrageously priced postpaid plans
Saturday June 13th ' 2020 > Hi Megan ' just wanted to let you know I typed up all your travel tips on travel to Da Nang & typed up our U.S. Naval Base & Air Force Base with hotels on site in Singapore 2-3 hrs flight from Da Nang I printed it all out and printed out our Naval & Air Force Base Home Pages then I double checked to ensure I typed up all of your travel tips on Da Nang and then placed it all in my travel brief file for Vietnam . Thank You So Much Megan & I also viewed a video on Da Nang with ( Central Hotel Spa in Da Nang With Roof Top Swim Pool > This Hotel Cooks American Style Breakfast with Coffee/ Omlet's I Love My American Breakfasts/Coffee after that I'm open to exploring cultural foods tasting and trying them ect... ) . Thank You Megan So Much now all I have to do is show this to my Vietnamese Lady Pal who does my Pedicure's & Nails .
I have no idea how I got on to your vids but I am glad I did... I don't plan on going there any time soon but for some reason I am compelled to watch you and listen to you like some pied piper! haha I'm mesmerized by you. And Viet Nam seems cooler with every vid. thx
Excellent information...thank you. The, thumbs down, crowd is really something. Never any reason why, just thumbs down. Crazy. Thanks for the valuable info...
Love your tips. Recent trip to Bangkok and Cambodia and was more prepared because of your channel. Next trip Vietnam as soon as we are allowed out of the country (Australia) Thank you and stay safe.
@@PortableProfessional you're welcome yeah it drove me up the wall. It's not your fault but thanks. I always love these videos I always look forward to them the presenter is very interesting and also pretty cute if I may be so bold to say so.
Portable Professional I cannot wait to go live in Vietnam for a year or 2. I was born there but been living in California for most of life. I miss the variety of tasty food so much. I hope you venture out and try mangosteen, apple custard and many other fruits that are so good. Not durian though. Haha
Great video. Can you consider doing an update video on “flights”. I know it’s early days yet but you’re so clued-in we would love your opinion on what you think is happening with airlines through Googleflights/Kayak for example. The industry will be all upside-down but if you’re as good as I think you are you should be able to position yourself as our go-to professional for advices and tips going forward. Thanks in advance.
You could have got a visa on arrival private letter intended for tour groups but given to anyone. They can generate these in 24 hours even for 3 month stays.
Hi Megan ! You're so right ! During my two months journey in Viet Nam last december, I suffered of not being able to install Grab ! But was glad to have a VPN and I learnt what it was thanks to your great video on hotel hacks. Hope you can travel again pretty soon ! I'm flying to Portugal and Italy in July. Where will you go when you can fly ? Kisses from Paris ! Audrey
Thanks for sharing! I'm hoping to climb Kilimanjaro when travel opens back up - A new adventure :) Hope everything works out for the July trip, sounds beautiful!
Excellent! Thanks! "Breaking Bad" is the best series ever! Check out the first season of "Babylon Berlin", but choose original German with subtitles. An amazing cinematic achievement. Seasons 2 & 3 not quite as strong. Also, "Giri/Haji" is a very interesting British/Japanese series. I also like "Better Call Saul" from the makers of Breaking Bad. Ozark is really good as well.
You should not do your currency exchange at the bank. They either not equipped or not allowed or both to do that. You should have gone to a jewelry shop to exchange your currency. Just asked if they exchange currency, more likely than not that they do. It used to be perfectly legal to exchange currency at a jewelry shop, now it's sort of not really legal but rarely you would get into trouble there.
Hello Megan, thanks again for the great videos, they are just great! Two questions please: regarding Da Nang, which is the best area to live in ? and I mean can you be specific about the exact neighbourhoods ? and also, when choosing nice restaurants in Da Nang, can you name a few of best ones? in terms of confort (normal chairs and normal tables) as well as best food quality? thanks
VietBank & International Bank & SHB Bank seems to be the best two banks in Da Nang Vietnam only in Saigon does the appear to be American Banks & Wells Fargo Bank in Hanoi Vietnam . I see expats can apply for 1 year multi entry visas and also apply for PRC ( Permanent Residence Card ) takes 6 months for approval of PCR Applications. Foreigner's can open bank accounts in Vietnam , Singapore 2 to 2.5 hours away from Da Nang by air flights has multiple 4 to 5 star rated banks along with Citi Bank & JP Morgan Chase & Bank Of America . Singapore also has an American Air Force Base with a Hotel and a U.S. Navy Base with Navy Lodge & Gate Way Inn's Hotel's also , I will try and research what type medical services Da Nang Vietnam has since I hear travel tours being cut short with un- >expected sickness/injuries in some of the travel videos I view online and it's always better safe than regrets later as Megan teaches us very well from her travels . All most forgot Vietnam offers Dual Citizenship in one of their Applications also .
I went to Vietnam in 2016 with the letter of approval for upon arrival visa. I applied for 30 days visa and paid $25 online, soon after landing and as I was waiting for my passport to get stamp. The security officer told me to pay $137 for a 1 year visa and I was told because of the new law.
I did a Vietnam trip twice via the online VOA for 30 days. Fee around 25$ USD. No issues at the airport. My trips was in 2019. Likely the process since 2016 has matured. The key to use the proper govt VOA web site. There are many non-govt sites that can give problems when you arrive
@Tuan Thai I was very tired from a long flight and they held on to my passport for hours. My family was waiting for me outside the airport, I didn't want to cause a scene. I felt like more people need to know about this since the airport security officer target vietnamese American . I noticed that non vietnamese got the passport stamped and go.
@@PortableProfessional It was my first time travel alone to Vietnam. There were three men in dark green uniform behind a glass and they held on to my passport for more than two hours. I was in shock of the additional $137 USD fee for 1 year. I hope everyone be aware of this trap.
Hi Megan. New to your channel. Great vids! So useful but a bit overwhelming to process as I’m just now considering going to Vietnam. You mentioned Chiang Mai as well. Thoughts about a first time Asia traveler considering Da Nang, Chiang Mai, and Bali?
Thanks for awesome videos! Out of curiosity... just checked weather in Da Nang and it is almost 40 ... I think it would be awesome if you could describe how does the weather feel compared to Ottawa/Toronto heat waves.
Average year round is 29 to 33 Celsius day time, night time few degree cooler, by the sea is cooler, heat wave does come but not that often and with high humidity you won't die but tired of sweaty, highland also much cooler, northern has four season but snow are rare only on high peak
Vietnam also offer Dual Citizenship & 1 year long visa multiple entries every 90 days you do a visa run you can also apply for ( PRC ) permanent resident card says it takes 6 months to process ( PRC ) cards.
Is it true that beginning July 2, visa laws will change in Vietnam, foreigners will be required to leave and re-enter every 30 days instead of the customary 90 days? Meaning, on a 90 day visa, a foreigner will be required to leave and re enter 3 separate occasions.
Vietnam's new visa policy only says it will provide evisa to 80 countries. They do not mention limiting the number of days you can stay. That means you can stay for 90 days, then leave the country and come back for a new 90 days evisa (If you want). www.onlinevisa.com/news/vietnam-evisas-post-coronavirus/ vietnaminsider.vn/vietnam-to-grant-e-visa-to-the-citizens-of-80-countries-from-july-1st/
Hello: I'm a new subscriber and really enjoy your video's. I'm a mature, female solo traveller and expect to spend 10 days in Bangkok (in February 2021) and then 3 days in Hanoi followed by 2 1/2 weeks in Da Nang, Vietnam. A full 30 day vacation that I've been planning for over a year. Had to cancel my vaca this year due to the virus. My ideal vaca is going to the beach, eating great but inexpensive food and spectacular ethnic shopping, especially clothes and jewellery. Would you kindly give me some suggestions? From your video's, it sounds like the food in Vietnam is not really great. I'm seriously allergic to mosquito bites so a visit to Chang Mai is out of the question. Many thanks to you for taking the time to read this. Peace!
You are expert on everything Vietnam. If you are short on money, ask your parents to send you money via Western Union. Only problem is WU skim some money off the top in addition for fees.
Can i also add, make sure the $25 US cash is new money and in $20 and a $5 note. Make sure its not dirty, no writing newer the better. It can be scary at the visa check in when the women tells you to go away and hands you back your dirty cash. I'm not sure what you would do if you couldn't produced any newer notes. Lucky for one of my golf mates i actually had $50 US in cash (i'm not American [Aussie]) but it would be my English born heritage to "prepare for the worst", I also gave $5US to another traveller as her $5US was rejected. But in the end it was ok. Thanks for the Video and anyone going to Vietnam re watch the video. And have a ball. If your a Golfer please go to Ba Na Hills it's a must, Montgomery Links had the best Caddies and Laguna Land co the ones we had (6 off) were really bad. Enjoy its awesome. Recommend the Bamboo 2 Bar its great just watching the scooter's go by having a super cheap beer, later at night they ask what music video you want on the screen. I want to go back!
I wanted to know, should you get the sim card for your phone prior to going through immigration, assuming they would need a working phone #. Also, after you get your sim card and new phone #, couldn't you go online and update your financial accounts prior to using your credit cards at the local atm's.
I am planning on visiting VN for the first time and according to Mehgan you would need to get a VN phone # so your google maps, and Grab app would work. Also, a working phone # in case your credit cards get frozen at the ATM's.
I forgot to answer your immigration question. I assumed you should get the sim card with a current phone # that immigration would need. So should I get the sim before or after immigration.
Actually I did with no problems at a mall location. And the rate seems competitive. Check out Contential Exchange if you can find one in your location.
I am a bit confused. You said "a couple of dollars for VPN". However your recommended VPN wants 8+ USD per month. Did you make a mistake or did VPN raised their rates since you signed up?
Hey Richard! There rates have changed since I signed up for a long term plan (it’s been a while!😅). This is still a really competitive option: 15 month option @$6.67/month & includes 3 months free. Also 30 day money-back guarantee. Another one I have used and liked was NordVPN- I’m working with them now to see if I can get a discount code for viewers. They have a great rep and great deals. Good luck!
@@PortableProfessional thanks for clearing this up. Yes. It a bit completive now. 2 dollars a month would had been a steal of the year. I will be checking closer to a future trip. Just no idea when with the current situation.
I watched video's on medical care / hospitals in Da Nang Vietnam was very helpful , I also checked www.flightradar24.com I only see 1 flight going from Hanoi Vietnam to Singapore . Travel site said travel is permitted within Singapore , however there are check points at borders as well as within Singapore due to Covid-19 Pandemic one site says international flights are banned from leaving Vietnam .
Singapore Travel Sight says there are border check points in Singapore due to Covid-19 , while one site says Vietnam banned international flights from leaving Vietnam . I checked on www.flightradar24.com it's Friday in Vietnam I only see one flight flying from Hanoi to Singapore ( SIA ) Singapore Airlines no flights at all departing Danang for Singapore or China ect... I also see Sheraton Grand in Da Nang Vietnam fully furnished villas & condos can be rented at this Sheraton Grand right on Da Nang Ocean Front with Western Style breakfast / foods ect... I also found you can have your driver license translated into Vietnamese and then take it to the Da Nang Driver Bureau to apply for driver rights while in Da Nang . I'll continue my Da Nang research and I'm still watching Megan's Tips for any thing or any tips I missed. Thank You Megan You Have Sparked A Research Lightening Bug in Me.
ive never seen breaking bad. I had the free text app before but don't remember using it. I have a vpn app, only used it while in china. im supposed to go to Saigon in September, but that's not gonna happen.
I was in Vietnam this year in Feb/March. They do convert CAD. I am from Canada. I had my CAD converted at three different places in Nha Trang and also Da Nang. I did find one location that did not convert CAD, but there certainly are many locations that do.
Secondly, converting your CAD to USD before you go you will lose money on that transaction before you even leave Canada. Getting Dong in Canada is also very expensive. My conversions in Vietnam from CAD to Dong were almost at the world base exchange rate which can't be beat. Gold shops give better rates than exchange booths where it appears you tried to exchange your CAD.
Thirdly, you don't need a phone number for Grab. Make sure you have Grab on your phone and activated before you get there. When I arrived in Nha Trang, I got my sim card at the airport. Within seconds I was hailing a Grab without any hassle or setup that required a phone number. I used Grab daily for the next 20 days.
Cheers!
I love your videos. So many others just give basic common sense advice. You go into real tips that are so beneficial.
Hello Megan, I want to give you a tip: You can change Canadian dollar to Vietnamese dong at any gold jewelry store in VN because they need them. There is no service fees and you are getting the money at market price. There is no limit in amount either. I found that is the best way to do. I always do that when I go to VN.
Also, not all banks in VN accept Canadian money but some do.
Thanks Megan! Good points about the cell phone calling issues and atm credit card problems. Another thing to mention to most people from America is to make sure your phone is unlocked prior to traveling. Everyone else in the world buys their phone already unlocked but in America many companies subsidize a locked phone then make up more money than the phone is worth through their outrageously priced postpaid plans
SUCH A GOOD POINT! I totally forget to mention how important it is to have your phone unlocked.... wow thanks for the comment. Great advice!
Saturday June 13th ' 2020 > Hi Megan ' just wanted to let you know I typed up all your travel tips on travel to Da Nang & typed up our U.S. Naval Base & Air Force Base with hotels on site in Singapore 2-3 hrs flight from Da Nang I printed it all out and printed out our Naval & Air Force Base Home Pages then I double checked to ensure I typed up all of your travel tips on Da Nang and then placed it all in my travel brief file for Vietnam . Thank You So Much Megan & I also viewed a video on Da Nang with ( Central Hotel Spa in Da Nang With Roof Top Swim Pool > This Hotel Cooks American Style Breakfast with Coffee/ Omlet's I Love My American Breakfasts/Coffee after that I'm open to exploring cultural foods tasting and trying them ect... ) . Thank You Megan So Much now all I have to do is show this to my Vietnamese Lady Pal who does my Pedicure's & Nails .
I have no idea how I got on to your vids but I am glad I did... I don't plan on going there any time soon but for some reason I am compelled to watch you and listen to you like some pied piper! haha I'm mesmerized by you. And Viet Nam seems cooler with every vid. thx
Thank you Megan for your valuable and excellent tips 🤗💙💰👍
Great advice for Vietnam travelers but can also be used in general for any international travel. Always great content.
Woot woot, thank you!!! So great to have you on the channel!
Excellent information...thank you. The, thumbs down, crowd is really something. Never any reason why, just thumbs down. Crazy. Thanks for the valuable info...
Thank you for all the tips, very useful!
Love your tips. Recent trip to Bangkok and Cambodia and was more prepared because of your channel. Next trip Vietnam as soon as we are allowed out of the country (Australia) Thank you and stay safe.
Great to hear! That's amazing!!
You are fantastic, thank you for sharing again and again
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Thank you! So incredibly helpful.
At last, real useful information. Excellent channel 💯👌
Thank you for all your videos, Megan, they're gold!
Hi, good clip. Your speech is very clear and thank you for not having pesky music cluttering the sound.
Good vid. Never seen Breaking Bad but just finished Game of Thrones on Binge. My life will never be the same.
I subscribed because you're amazing and super helpful
Thanks
Very useful tips. Thanks.
U r the best, hands down!!
Hey Megan finally got through the whole video great tips as always.
Great to hear, Leo! Sorry there was some trouble there!
@@PortableProfessional you're welcome yeah it drove me up the wall. It's not your fault but thanks.
I always love these videos I always look forward to them the presenter is very interesting and also pretty cute if I may be so bold to say so.
Another great video, Megan. Thank you.
You are so welcome!
Wow Magen ! Thank you for these useful advices they really can save money , time and headaches .
Hello Megan! I am new to ur channel! Excellent vlogs! So clear, informative and down to earth! Thank u!
You are so welcome! Great to have you on the channel!
OMG! Nothing better than Breaking Bad! The best TV show of all time, by far.
There are no other shows better than Breaking Bad. But there are lots of great shows. Thanks. Your video is very helpful!
Couldn't agree more!
Portable Professional I cannot wait to go live in Vietnam for a year or 2. I was born there but been living in California for most of life. I miss the variety of tasty food so much. I hope you venture out and try mangosteen, apple custard and many other fruits that are so good. Not durian though. Haha
Great tips, thanks Megan!
"The Americans" is a pretty good show and it's on Amazon (not Netflix currently)
Oh I have heard good things! Thanks!
It’s my fav show
Great video. Can you consider doing an update video on “flights”. I know it’s early days yet but you’re so clued-in we would love your opinion on what you think is happening with airlines through Googleflights/Kayak for example. The industry will be all upside-down but if you’re as good as I think you are you should be able to position yourself as our go-to professional for advices and tips going forward. Thanks in advance.
It's in the plan! Thanks for the tip and great to have you on the channel!
You could have got a visa on arrival private letter intended for tour groups but given to anyone. They can generate these in 24 hours even for 3 month stays.
Hi Megan ! You're so right ! During my two months journey in Viet Nam last december, I suffered of not being able to install Grab ! But was glad to have a VPN and I learnt what it was thanks to your great video on hotel hacks. Hope you can travel again pretty soon ! I'm flying to Portugal and Italy in July. Where will you go when you can fly ? Kisses from Paris ! Audrey
Thanks for sharing! I'm hoping to climb Kilimanjaro when travel opens back up - A new adventure :) Hope everything works out for the July trip, sounds beautiful!
These are very informative. Thank you.
Equivalent or better than breaking bad. Tall order, but I'm on it. Programs only or movies too?
I wonder how long have you been living in VN. Your experience is far more than me, a grown ass up in VN before I moved to the US
Hay a good show to watch is ,Condor.
Thanks for Information.
I noticed that it is far cheaper if I convert my local currency to USD, then exchange the USD to VND when I arrive to Vietnam.
3 month visa is now (June 2021) $1800.
Excellent! Thanks! "Breaking Bad" is the best series ever! Check out the first season of "Babylon Berlin", but choose original German with subtitles. An amazing cinematic achievement. Seasons 2 & 3 not quite as strong. Also, "Giri/Haji" is a very interesting British/Japanese series. I also like "Better Call Saul" from the makers of Breaking Bad. Ozark is really good as well.
LOVED OZARK! Can't wait for the next season. You have great tase haha ;)
You should not do your currency exchange at the bank. They either not equipped or not allowed or both to do that. You should have gone to a jewelry shop to exchange your currency. Just asked if they exchange currency, more likely than not that they do. It used to be perfectly legal to exchange currency at a jewelry shop, now it's sort of not really legal but rarely you would get into trouble there.
Hello Megan, thanks again for the great videos, they are just great! Two questions please: regarding Da Nang, which is the best area to live in ? and I mean can you be specific about the exact neighbourhoods ? and also, when choosing nice restaurants in Da Nang, can you name a few of best ones? in terms of confort (normal chairs and normal tables) as well as best food quality? thanks
Great tips, thanks for sharing
If you love Breaking Bad, please consider watching Better Call Saul which is a prequel and spin-off of Breaking Bad. Soo goood!!!
VietBank & International Bank & SHB Bank seems to be the best two banks in Da Nang Vietnam only in Saigon does the appear to be American Banks & Wells Fargo Bank in Hanoi Vietnam . I see expats can apply for 1 year multi entry visas and also apply for PRC ( Permanent Residence Card ) takes 6 months for approval of PCR Applications. Foreigner's can open bank accounts in Vietnam , Singapore 2 to 2.5 hours away from Da Nang by air flights has multiple 4 to 5 star rated banks along with Citi Bank & JP Morgan Chase & Bank Of America . Singapore also has an American Air Force Base with a Hotel and a U.S. Navy Base with Navy Lodge & Gate Way Inn's Hotel's also , I will try and research what type medical services Da Nang Vietnam has since I hear travel tours being cut short with un- >expected sickness/injuries in some of the travel videos I view online and it's always better safe than regrets later as Megan teaches us very well from her travels . All most forgot Vietnam offers Dual Citizenship in one of their Applications also .
I went to Vietnam in 2016 with the letter of approval for upon arrival visa. I applied for 30 days visa and paid $25 online, soon after landing and as I was waiting for my passport to get stamp. The security officer told me to pay $137 for a 1 year visa and I was told because of the new law.
I did a Vietnam trip twice via the online VOA for 30 days. Fee around 25$ USD. No issues at the airport. My trips was in 2019. Likely the process since 2016 has matured. The key to use the proper govt VOA web site. There are many non-govt sites that can give problems when you arrive
Whoa1 I have never heard of such a case. Sorry to hear that.
@Tuan Thai I was very tired from a long flight and they held on to my passport for hours. My family was waiting for me outside the airport, I didn't want to cause a scene. I felt like more people need to know about this since the airport security officer target vietnamese American . I noticed that non vietnamese got the passport stamped and go.
@Tuan Thai I see, with just your thought is like the airport security officer in Tan Son Nhat airport.
@@PortableProfessional It was my first time travel alone to Vietnam. There were three men in dark green uniform behind a glass and they held on to my passport for more than two hours. I was in shock of the additional $137 USD fee for 1 year. I hope everyone be aware of this trap.
good visa tips thanks
Hi Megan. New to your channel. Great vids! So useful but a bit overwhelming to process as I’m just now considering going to Vietnam. You mentioned Chiang Mai as well. Thoughts about a first time Asia traveler considering Da Nang, Chiang Mai, and Bali?
Mistake number umpteenth: never assume it is nice out there: it is just like anywhere else; there's good and bad?
Always take your own currency if it's a major currency
I have Canadian dollars, how would I change that?
Thanks for great information. God bless you and your family. I am Adeel Riaz from Karachi
Thanks for awesome videos! Out of curiosity... just checked weather in Da Nang and it is almost 40 ... I think it would be awesome if you could describe how does the weather feel compared to Ottawa/Toronto heat waves.
Average year round is 29 to 33 Celsius day time, night time few degree cooler, by the sea is cooler, heat wave does come but not that often and with high humidity you won't die but tired of sweaty, highland also much cooler, northern has four season but snow are rare only on high peak
Do the exchange shops accept $Canadian to exchange for Viet Dongs?
For me on my trips I always planned to come with USD.
You can change most of popular currencies: USD, AUD,CAD,EU...next to Ben Thanh market sụch as :Ha Tam ( Hà Tâm: best exchange rates)
I had trouble finding places to exchange CAD. Some do!
Cash is king and change at the gold dealer for best rates
You forgot to mention that many countries can get a 15 days visa exemption
Vietnam also offer Dual Citizenship & 1 year long visa multiple entries every 90 days you do a visa run you can also apply for ( PRC ) permanent resident card says it takes 6 months to process ( PRC ) cards.
Hannibal for a great show.
Is it true that beginning July 2, visa laws will change in Vietnam, foreigners will be required to leave and re-enter every 30 days instead of the customary 90 days? Meaning, on a 90 day visa, a foreigner will be required to leave and re enter 3 separate occasions.
I don't want to advise on if this is true or not, please check the gov website for latest updates. Good Luck!
Vietnam's new visa policy only says it will provide evisa to 80 countries. They do not mention limiting the number of days you can stay. That means you can stay for 90 days, then leave the country and come back for a new 90 days evisa (If you want).
www.onlinevisa.com/news/vietnam-evisas-post-coronavirus/
vietnaminsider.vn/vietnam-to-grant-e-visa-to-the-citizens-of-80-countries-from-july-1st/
I lived in central America & had $ sent from States to c.a. country in their currency once a month.
Too much work but important information to follow for sure.
hello! i like your chanel
thanks for the tips!
No problem!
Hello:
I'm a new subscriber and really enjoy your video's. I'm a mature, female solo traveller and expect to spend 10 days in Bangkok (in February 2021) and then 3 days in Hanoi followed by 2 1/2 weeks in Da Nang, Vietnam. A full 30 day vacation that I've been planning for over a year. Had to cancel my vaca this year due to the virus. My ideal vaca is going to the beach, eating great but inexpensive food and spectacular ethnic shopping, especially clothes and jewellery. Would you kindly give me some suggestions? From your video's, it sounds like the food in Vietnam is not really great. I'm seriously allergic to mosquito bites so a visit to Chang Mai is out of the question. Many thanks to you for taking the time to read this. Peace!
How much is Grab ? same as Thailand, Indonesia or Malaysia?
Similar to Thailand.... I actually think a little cheaper but I don't know the exact rates- sorry!
You are expert on everything Vietnam. If you are short on money, ask your parents to send you money via Western Union. Only problem is WU skim some money off the top in addition for fees.
I don't think my parents would be on board with this one, I'm self-funded 😅
Ive downloaded the Grab app here in Toronto. Doesnt it work in Vietnam?
a similar show to breaking bad is "better call saul." it is by the same writer and director of breaking bad.
Can i also add, make sure the $25 US cash is new money and in $20 and a $5 note. Make sure its not dirty, no writing newer the better. It can be scary at the visa check in when the women tells you to go away and hands you back your dirty cash. I'm not sure what you would do if you couldn't produced any newer notes. Lucky for one of my golf mates i actually had $50 US in cash (i'm not American [Aussie]) but it would be my English born heritage to "prepare for the worst", I also gave $5US to another traveller as her $5US was rejected. But in the end it was ok.
Thanks for the Video and anyone going to Vietnam re watch the video. And have a ball. If your a Golfer please go to Ba Na Hills it's a must, Montgomery Links had the best Caddies and Laguna Land co the ones we had (6 off) were really bad. Enjoy its awesome. Recommend the Bamboo 2 Bar its great just watching the scooter's go by having a super cheap beer, later at night they ask what music video you want on the screen. I want to go back!
Been binging your vids and can't get Harley Quinn's voice out of my head
Hi Megan, are you able to just get a vietnamese phone number with the sim card or would that involve getting some kind of plan. Thanks.
It involves getting a plan to use calling and texting. Great question!
If you get a sim card do you need a voip number?
I would like to live in Hoi An or Mui Ne-do you have any videos about them?
Can you recommend either which is a good vpn or even ones to avoid?
NordVPN is good 👍
I wanted to know, should you get the sim card for your phone prior to going through immigration, assuming they would need a working phone #. Also, after you get your sim card and new phone #, couldn't you go online and update your financial accounts prior to using your credit cards at the local atm's.
Why would you need a working sim at immigration?
I am planning on visiting VN for the first time and according to Mehgan you would need to get a VN phone # so your google maps, and Grab app would work. Also, a working phone # in case your credit cards get frozen at the ATM's.
I forgot to answer your immigration question. I assumed you should get the sim card with a current phone # that immigration would need. So should I get the sim before or after immigration.
Really good points ! Can somebody exchange Canadian dollars at a currency exchange counter in Canada for Vietnamese dongs?
Actually I did with no problems at a mall location. And the rate seems competitive. Check out Contential Exchange if you can find one in your location.
VPN does not work on netflix anymore
Thank You From Da Nang!!
Welcome!
I am a bit confused. You said "a couple of dollars for VPN". However your recommended VPN wants 8+ USD per month. Did you make a mistake or did VPN raised their rates since you signed up?
Hey Richard! There rates have changed since I signed up for a long term plan (it’s been a while!😅). This is still a really competitive option: 15 month option @$6.67/month & includes 3 months free. Also 30 day money-back guarantee. Another one I have used and liked was NordVPN- I’m working with them now to see if I can get a discount code for viewers. They have a great rep and great deals. Good luck!
@@PortableProfessional thanks for clearing this up. Yes. It a bit completive now. 2 dollars a month would had been a steal of the year. I will be checking closer to a future trip. Just no idea when with the current situation.
Great Great tips, you rock, plus you're so cute
Thanks so much!!
I watched video's on medical care / hospitals in Da Nang Vietnam was very helpful , I also checked www.flightradar24.com I only see 1 flight going from Hanoi Vietnam to Singapore . Travel site said travel is permitted within Singapore , however there are check points at borders as well as within Singapore due to Covid-19 Pandemic one site says international flights are banned from leaving Vietnam .
How Hanoing when you don’t have data... also maps.me is the best app.
You look very similar to someone working at the London oil and gas corporation named Anna 🤓
Haha can't say I have heard that one before!
8:33 instead of a VPN what are your thoughts on the TOR browser??
You so beautiful 😍, love Canadian girl .From Sai Gon Viet Nam with love
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Singapore Travel Sight says there are border check points in Singapore due to Covid-19 , while one site says Vietnam banned international flights from leaving Vietnam . I checked on www.flightradar24.com it's Friday in Vietnam I only see one flight flying from Hanoi to Singapore ( SIA ) Singapore Airlines no flights at all departing Danang for Singapore or China ect... I also see Sheraton Grand in Da Nang Vietnam fully furnished villas & condos can be rented at this Sheraton Grand right on Da Nang Ocean Front with Western Style breakfast / foods ect... I also found you can have your driver license translated into Vietnamese and then take it to the Da Nang Driver Bureau to apply for driver rights while in Da Nang . I'll continue my Da Nang research and I'm still watching Megan's Tips for any thing or any tips I missed. Thank You Megan You Have Sparked A Research Lightening Bug in Me.
OMG, you’re so adorable 😍
How rude! Sorry Megan great tips and advice keep it coming!
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Will check it out, thanks!!
ive never seen breaking bad. I had the free text app before but don't remember using it. I have a vpn app, only used it while in china. im supposed to go to Saigon in September, but that's not gonna happen.
Where else in vietnam have you been to?
US dollar is King. People will always be happy to take US dollar more than local currency.
Seems to be the case!
Get phone number when you get a sim, so simple
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*me. living in Danang and clicking the tip living in vn video
The way you pronounce Vietnam makes me want to kms
I'm proud to be Canadian..
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Gee waiting 3 days before traveling to get a visa is just plain stupid
You are pretty girl 😆😍