If you’re still on the fence about visiting Vietnam, we’re here to convince you that a visit to the Nam in 2025 has to be done! We’ve come up with 7 bloody good – no, make that extremely excellent – reasons why you should be buying that ticket to Vietnam… In no particular order… Tourism to Vietnam is well and truly on the rise – beat the rush! While Vietnam’s tourism industry has grown and is now well on its way to beating previous […] The post Why you REALLY need to visit Vietnam in 2025… first appeared on GoGoGoVietnam.com ..read more

The Vietnam e-visa is the way many of you are going to go when visiting Vietnam. It will give you a 90-day pass to enjoy Vietnam (it was previously only 30 days!), and is available to nearly all nationalities. Note that some countries don’t even need the e-visa – check out our visa guide here. Applying for a Vietnamese e-visa is pretty straightforward, and you can do it entirely online. Here is how to apply: Step 1: Prepare Required Documents […] The post How do I apply for the Vietnam e-visa? first appeared on GoGoGoVietnam.com ..read more

If you love your sanity, I’d say No. If you love a bargain, I’d say Maybe. But if you just want to get to your next destination within Vietnam with minimal fuss, minimal delay, and minimal stress, I’d say go with one of the pricier options, such as Vietnam Airlines. There are countless tales of travelers facing delays, as well as an over strict implementation of the permitted carry-on bag weight. It seems that just an extra kilo will mean […] The post Should I use VietJet for domestic Vietnam flights? first appeared on GoGoGoVietnam.com ..read more

You’ve probably already seen the photos of the motorbike-packed streets of Saigon (Ho Chi Minh City) or Hanoi, and probably already asked yourself just how the f*ck do they survive out there on those roads??? It’s an excellent observation, of course, and even more pertinent when you’re trying to navigate through the chaos of rush-hour traffic, whether as a pedestrian or driver. So, yes, I got on the back of a motorbike (driven by a beautiful Vietnamese lady – the […] The post What Saigon is really like on the back of a motorbike… first appeared on GoGoGoVietnam.com ..read more

“Why visit Vietnam?” we hear many of you asking…well, with Vietnam now truly establishing itself on the tourist map, more and more culture-hungry visitors have been flocking to the country. From a pick of stunning UNESCO heritage sites, amazing undiscovered culinary delights, and vibrant cities such as Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh, Vietnam has something to offer almost everybody. And, seriously, if you’re not tempted by some of the amazing things to do in Vietnam, we have a feeling you […] The post Visit Vietnam: here are 5 extremely excellent reasons why you need to visit! first appeared on GoGoGoVi ..read more

Everyone’s got their own Pho favorite…but if you’re new to Hanoi, you probably won’t have the time to check out all those best of Hanoi lists you’ve come across. So to save you some time while you go hunting down some of Hanoi’s best attractions, here’s a Pho joint you’re going to love – Phở 10 Lý Quốc Sư. Located near the magical Hoan Kiem lake, the first thing you’re going to notice about this place is the number of […] The post Best Pho in Hanoi? Give Phở 10 Lý Quốc Sư a try! first appeared on GoGoGoVietnam.com ..read more

Got a question about Vietnam? Here are a series of frequently asked questions visitors to Vietnam tend to ask. Just click on a question below to see the answer! The post Vietnam FAQ first appeared on GoGoGoVietnam.com ..read more

When you’re out exploring the charms of Hoi An, one of the many foodie experiences that you’ll come across is a cooking class. They are everywhere, and yes, many are well worth doing! We’re going to tell you about a cooking class with a difference, Tra Que Basil. This place is actually just a quick bike ride out of the Old Town in Hoi An, and on the way to An Bang beach. And it’s not just a cooking class […] The post Tra Que Basil: an awesome Hoi An foodie experience! first appeared on GoGoGoVietnam.com ..read more

When you head to the northern delights of Sapa, the superb Pao’s Sapa Leisure hotel has to be on your wish-list! It’s not the cheapest in town, that’s for sure, but if you’re looking for a classy, great value option, this could tick all your boxes! We thought we’d treat ourselves to a few days of style and class as part of a honeymoon adventure up north, and weren’t disappointed. As soon as you walk into the foyer and are […] The post Pao’s Sapa Leisure Hotel: a classy Sapa hotel just outside the city center first appeared on GoGoGoVietnam.com ..read more

When you make it up to Sapa, one of the first things you’ll likely hear about – or be pushed towards – is the local village of Cat Cat. You might have heard some good things about it, maybe some bad, but there’s no question it’s a mighty popular spot. So to help you out, this is our essentially honest guide to Cat Cat Village in Sapa, where we recently spent the day… To make it a little easier, we’ve […] The post Cat Cat Village, Sapa: lame tourist trap or worth a visit? first appeared on GoGoGoVietnam.com ..read more