Safety & Health
Vietnam with Limited Mobility: Where It Works and Where It Does Not
Vietnam's pavements, boats and old towns are hard on anyone who walks with difficulty. The trip is still possible, and the way to make it work is to choose the places and the transport that fit.
Counterfeit Spirits in Vietnam: How to Drink Safely
Methanol in fake spirits has killed travellers in Vietnam, and the bottles have come from ordinary bars and shops. The rules for avoiding it are simple and they are not the ones you have heard.
Vietnam for Solo Female Travelers
Vietnam is widely regarded as one of the easier countries in the region to travel alone. Here is what is actually worth planning for.
Vietnam Health and Vaccines for Travelers
No vaccines are required to enter Vietnam, several are recommended, and most travelers do not need the antimalarials they are told to buy.
Is Vietnam Safe for Americans?
Vietnam sits at the State Department's lowest advisory level. The risk Americans worry about and the risk that actually hurts them are not the same thing.