Like anywhere in the world, Vietnam has thieves. Robberies do happen, though they tend to be snatch and grabs rather than muggings. The golden rule is don't take anything out with you that you can't afford to lose, and keep copies of all important documentation such as your passport, credit cards and travelers cheques. Keep a list of important phone numbers somewhere too. Most guesthouses and hotels offer safety deposit boxes. Use them. As well, it’s wise to use a money belt. Avoid leaving your mobile phone or camera while sitting at a restaurant table or bar and don’t place your purse or bag on the floor beneath your seat where someone may reach under and slide it out. Finally, watch your wallet when walking around busy pedestrian areas like Patpong night market or the Grand Palace.

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Malaria happens in the mountainous area. All the hotels in the area have mosquitoes net. We often organize tours to the rural area but there are no malaria cases. Only local people have risks to this disease.

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If you have supplied us with the details of your insurance, we will contact the company on your behalf and assist in any way we can.

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You will be immediately taken to the nearest international clinic or hospital for an immediate examination and appropriate treatment according to the terms of your insurance.

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With VietnamDiscovery.com, our guide will always have a mobile phone and a means of summoning immediate assistance. You will also have direct telephone access Head office.

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Not much, really. A stop-over en-route or a rest day on arrival helps. It’s important to try to sleep and wake according to local time, even on the aero plane.

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Vietnam is both hot and humid. Combined, they make visitors from temperate countries sweat profusely. Drinking plenty of water and good sun protection is essential.

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