Being a tour guide and trip leader for the last 12 years, I see that one of the most confusing things for visitors to Vietnam is figuring out the tipping custom. Unlike the United States and other Western countries where tips are expected and considered part of the wages paid, in Vietnam, the tip is […]
Vietnamese official currency is the Dong (VND). But other foreign currencies, preferably the US dollar are well-accepted nationwide, especially in big cities and major tourist destinations. Unless you pay by card, paying with your home currency in cash is a more expensive way, as the exchange rate will be converted to the vendor’s own rate. […]
