3 Travel Safety Tips For Vietnam
Vietnam is one of the safest holiday destinations in south-east Asia
. Families can travel in comfort and with peace of mind knowing that the population is friendly, the incidence of crime is relatively low and even walking round at night is quite safe.Nevertheless, it is always a wise travelling practice to have adequate travel insurance in place so you can enjoy a hassle free journey. Even if you are a student, travel insurance is still necessary and you should have the best policy you can afford. In other words, don't compromise the safety of your holiday for the sake of a few dollars.
Having said this, remember that there are always incidences of petty theft that can spoil your holiday if you don't take adequate precautions. Here are a few tips you can follow.
In some larger cities, especially Ho Chi Minh City, some cases of pick pocketing, and drive-by bag snatchings have been reported. For this reason, it is important not to wear expensive jewellery, or carry too much cash when walking in the streets. Any outward sign of wealth should be avoided at all costs. Store all your valuables and luggage at your hotel or in a railway locker.
Watch out for the traffic! Although this is not an issue exclusive to Vietnam, crossing a major street in Ho Chi Minh City can be an adventure in itself. The streams of traffic including motor vehicles, cyclists, motorbikes and scooters move through the streets like a solid mass and it appears to be an impenetrable organism! One of the best tips is to simply follow one of the locals or at least watch what they do and then imitate them. You will have to be bold and move with certainty in the trust that the motorists will slow down sufficiently for you to skip your way through. Never under any circumstances stop in the middle of the street, once you start to make your move, continue moving so drivers can see what you're trying to do; they will simply move around you.
Be careful what you eat and drink. Vietnam is a gourmet heaven but that doesn't mean you can eat and drink whatever you like. It is a matter of common sense when it comes to drinking the local water and it is probably the safest bet to limit yourself to bottled water. Don't take unnecessary risks because, even though you may have taken out adequate holiday insurance, you don't want to spoil your holiday with an unwanted food poisoning which could have been avoided.
It goes without saying that you need to have routine vaccinations before visiting Vietnam. These include hepatitis A, hepatitis B, malaria, Japanese encephalitis and typhoid. Although it is unlikely you would have a contract any of these diseases, prevention is better than cure.
All in all, travelling to Vietnam is an exciting and safe experience. There is no need to worry unnecessarily and by taking these simple precautions you are sure to have a memorable holiday.
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