Attire and transportation
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Attire and transportation
Any tips on suggested attire in Vietnam. Have not come across anything indicating what would be considered to be appropriate (ie. shorts for women).<BR><BR>Also would like to hear any recomendations as to reliable means of transportation through the country ie. mini-bus, etc
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We went to Vietnam/Cambodia last July (hot, hot, hot) and we wore shorts and sleeveless shirts. On the days we visited temples, we wore long pants (or skirts) and covered our arms.<BR><BR>We loved VN, the people are wonderful and the country is beautiful!<BR><BR>Sandy
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So often travelers wear what they would wear at home.<BR><BR>In general, in Asia, DO NOT WEAR SHORTS! It is considered to be underwear.<BR><BR>Women whould try to wear a loose skirt or 3/4 length pants. You can always buy these styles locally for very low cost.<BR><BR>Women should cover their shoulders- by wearing a T-shirt. Though you will see people wearing other clothing, if you are truly concerned with local politeness and decorum, try to dress modestly the entire trip.<BR><BR>
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I don't want you to think we were disrespectful and rude . . . we always try to respect the customs of the countries we visit.<BR><BR>We asked our guide what we could/should wear and he told us it was perfectly OK to wear (long) shorts and sleeveless shirts at anytime EXCEPT when we would be visiting temples.<BR><BR>In Vietnam, we saw some locals wearing shorts and in Hong Kong, we saw lots of Asian men and workers in skimpy shorts and those sleeveless white undershirts.
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Hi Rich,<BR><BR>What time of year will you be in VN? We spent 3 1/2 wks touring in Jan 1999. At that time of year it was cool. I often wore a sweater, and long pants, and even a nylon jacket.<BR><BR>We toured from the Mekong Delta in the south to Halong Bay in the north, with a side trip, of fthe main highway, to Dalat. We travelled by van, with a driver and guide. We stopped at many beaches and non-touristy sights. No matter how you cut it, driving in VN is horrendous - dangerous and slow. We saw many accidents, including overturned buses.<BR><BR>Would I go again. DEFINITELY!!!! it was the trip of a lifetime!