We had some friends visit VN not long ago and they hated it. Dire poverty, basic sanitation, feral dogs everywhere. They aren’t going back.
Other friends have loved it, but they are more adventurous.
Feral dogs?
Really?
I have just been in Ho Chi Minh City, I do not really go to other places. I really might be missing out on what is happening elsewhere, but this place is very intriguing.
Now granted it is not a mainstream travel destination by the standards of some, but it is also not the place I was fearing it was, when I first came here.
The only think I think you really need to think about (well two things really) is to NOT show you have money. Ever. Everyone will assume you do. Hide it, hide your phone, and anything like jewelry. And keep it hidden.
Also never lose your temper. Same as most countries in the region.
You won’t solve ANYTHING getting angry. Ever.
Don’t lose your temper.
Otherwise enjoy yourself. You will either love it, or hate it, I suppose.
It depends.