The first time I visited Vietnam was in February of 1991. I am an American male an it was one of the greatest experiences of my young life. I spent 30 days traveling from Saigon up to Hanoi via shared mini buses, trains, taxis, and regular passenger buses with live stock. The energy, passion, and work ethic that I witnessed at that time was nothing I had ever experienced in the more than 100 countries I had traveled through. I knew at that time Vietnam had so much potential. I always felt kind of special and loved in your country that I haven't experienced elsewhere.
@billcollins9308
2 жыл бұрын
I taught high school in Albuquerque N.M. I had a lot of Vietnamese students. They were not only good to their teacher, but worked hard in school. Be proud of your people. Bill Collins
@CalMcKinley
3 жыл бұрын
I'm glad you liked the video :) You have an amazing country and I did my best to unpack some of its incredible culture! Hope to visit again soon.
@WhatThePho
3 жыл бұрын
Well done! Thank you for allowing me to react your video. It was fun! :))
@sltga1254
3 жыл бұрын
I disagree with points 1 and 2. Sometimes you need to come to a complete halt while crossing the streets. Especially during peak hour. Point 2, If it's a scorching hot day, there's no way I'll be taking a motorcycle taxi. I'll pay for the luxury of having aircon in either a Vinasun or Mai Linh taxi. Since I'm from Australia, taxi's in Vietnam are considered cheap compared to Sydney.
@nxtruong63
3 жыл бұрын
@@sltga1254 agree with you
@manoyski3555
2 жыл бұрын
Your video isn't available at this time. Why?
@deshr8541
3 жыл бұрын
I am from Sri Lanka. I disagree with the point that Thai people are friendlier than Vietnamese people. In my experience, in general (not all), Thai people are friendlier towards caucasian people than people of darker complexions like me. When I first traveled to VN, I found that people were genuinely nice and friendly. A few sellers I spoke to were happy to know that I am from Sri Lanka, apparently, people from India have a bad reputation for bargaining down to the last cent ( Doesn't help me when I look like I am from India). I also found that it was much easier making Vietnamese friends than Thai friends. I never got that same warm welcome feeling in Thailand. So that is one of the main reasons I became a fan of Vietnam and why I keep returning. This is just my personal view.
@WhatThePho
3 жыл бұрын
Aw!!! That's an awesome point! Thank you so much for sharing Desh! I wish you all the best :)
@gosukuma9369
3 жыл бұрын
In Vietnam we do have a bargain thing for shopping too
@mrcoffeemilk5021
3 жыл бұрын
Thailand love American and Dollar. Vietnam love all on the world and love Peace! Vietnam war: Thailand help American attack Vietnam!
@liJK88
3 жыл бұрын
Confirmed by a Vietnamese inbound tour guide here!
@jamiejungie4210
3 жыл бұрын
Vietnamese sometimes have no welcome smile because they are shy, or might be too busy in selling. Someone just not force themselves to put a fake smile for selling stuffs. But if you give them a smile first, they will open with you.
@deter12ph
3 жыл бұрын
Vietnam is one of my dream destination. KEEP SAFE EVERYONE!
@DWinthekeys
2 жыл бұрын
I had the best experience booking a hotel in Vietnam. The Cassia Cottages in Phi Quoc was amazing. I can’t say about dealing with hotels directly because my wife always dealt with that. As for the people, the people I’ve met in Vietnam have been great!
@dancewithjoo
3 жыл бұрын
You are so right about how cheap Grab is. $5/ $6 MAX (which is approx VND 150k) can get you ANYWHERE within Hanoi. I also live 6km from Hoan Kiem (my place was west side of the city) and paying $3 to most places I go.
@patmurphy3410
3 ай бұрын
Watching you do anything is just beautiful. Well done😊
@maxineb9598
3 жыл бұрын
We were in Nha Trang in 2003 and then again 2005. We stayed at the same hotel. When we got out of the taxi 2nd trip, the receptionist came out to greet the taxi. Her first words were "Why didnt you tell us you were coming". She remembered us from 2003. My son has Vietnamese partner from Hanoi. You couldnt meet a nicer girl.
@thuynh2565
3 жыл бұрын
Appreciate your sincerity about bargaining with the locals especially tourists. At the end of the day, it’s just a few dollars and you’re on vacation anyway. Remember that you are visiting and will be leaving so give the locals some slack... so spend a little and all parties will enjoy the experience. Cheers!
@WhatThePho
3 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the tips!
@pube4745
3 жыл бұрын
@@WhatThePho "so spend a little and all parties will enjoy the experience." ...?????? Not to spend generously ??? In my Opinion, VN should teach its people to a life with dignity, grace & integrity (like the Japanese people) . Don't need to cheat & beg for a few dollars more from tourists, etc, etc....
@uckiet2098
3 жыл бұрын
I can learn daily conversation English from your channel. Your voice is so cute and I love watching your videos
@WhatThePho
3 жыл бұрын
Thank you! 😃
@thedantmtour-beststreetfoo4081
3 жыл бұрын
Congrats on your first reaction video, Van! You did an amazing job!
@WhatThePho
3 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much!!
@ThangPHT1612
3 жыл бұрын
You're super cute. I think you're a positive person who always looks at everything with happy eyes
@TheZlngtpg
3 жыл бұрын
On the online purchase, yes, I found that the Thang Long Water Puppet Theatre tickets are cheaper to buy at the counter than online.
@remlianichawngthu3308
Жыл бұрын
I am coming to Vietnam by the end of October. Your announcement may be helpful for us
@duylong1595
3 жыл бұрын
Thích tiếng anh của bạn này quá. Đơn giản mà hiệu quả.
@tommylee8138
6 ай бұрын
We were in your beautiful country, just at the beginning of Covid, January 20, 2020. We had fertilized eggs at a vendor in district 7 in Saïgon with my Caucasian husband. The owner didn’t speak a word of English, but since we were filming our experience, he has the kindness to explain to us how to eat the egg. I didn’t know there were a side to crack the egg for a better culinary taste. So indeed, Vietnamese people are very friendly. Just smile at them, there are always a reward of kindness around the corner. I miss Viet Nam! ❤
@scottjudah
2 жыл бұрын
Another great video, thanks!
@WhatThePho
2 жыл бұрын
Glad you enjoyed it!
@nonamenoname1544
3 жыл бұрын
I dont know why but i understand everything this woman say. My english level is medium-low. She comunicate very easily without complications and what she say is very well told.
@gh7829
3 жыл бұрын
I moved from Hawaii to Vietnam, i was having so much fun but then my alarm woke me up.
@donfighter5
8 ай бұрын
That's right - when travelling I am always trying to find the accommodation online, paying attention to the price/quality, location and amenities. Also, I always look at the pictures and read reviews. If I find a suitable place and satisfying price, this is the place that I am going to book (from the comfort of my home, online, paying with my currency safely out of my bank account). It may be not perfect, but I have a place booked and my mind free from this issue when in a hectic, unfamiliar place, like Saigon, tired after the journey with the luggage and without knowledge of the city or local language; the last activity that I want to think of is looking for a hotel door-to-door, and haggling over $2 per night (otherwise I am a die-hard haggler). If you think about it - not booking online in advance may have a quite opposite effect - you may end up paying double the price for a place that you will hate later.
@MrSpartanspud
2 жыл бұрын
5:21 There's a guy that used to be on the TV where I am from that streams now. He said he was in I think Thailand a good few years ago. And he made a similar point. Though not quite the same. He basically knew he was being scammed but he thought about how much it actually was he was being scammed out of vs how much it was probably worth to the person scamming him. And he just basically gave it to them because it ultimately didn't really matter.
@AznTue
3 жыл бұрын
The scenery and you make me wanna go back again. 😭
@derekchant8027
Жыл бұрын
I’m planning for a trip to Da Nang, but starting my research to your country you have featured prominently. Chris Lewis and Max Mcfarlin are also my favourites. One lives in HCMC and the other in Hanoi. “Cheers” or “go” is definitely one of this words pronounced differently from North to south. I’m using Rosetta Stone, but it’s too early for me to determine what tone or accent I’m going to be using. Thanks for your content!
@timnic3850
11 ай бұрын
I grew up in Taiwan so I was used to playing doedgem. :) I think my Vietnamese friends were almost fainting each time I crossed the road. I'd just step out and go.
@wellyatomy9472
3 жыл бұрын
Hello from Indonesia
@TanNguyen2907
3 жыл бұрын
I am going to find some youtube videos for studying Eng. Randomly, your video appeared and that help me alot in daily English communication. I’ve already subscribed and will follow you in further content. Thanks so much and wish you have a good powerful energy to make more video!!
@WhatThePho
3 жыл бұрын
Happy to hear that!
@VietAmThuc
3 жыл бұрын
Thanks for your sharing, many things are useful I need to know more things.
@kaiidenshea1953
2 жыл бұрын
U did great 😊
@stephr1705
2 жыл бұрын
When I was there the traffic scared me the most. I didn't leave the house for the first few days since I was so overwhelmed.
@saturn599
3 жыл бұрын
Great video. You gave realistic feedback. I think you should be a foodie tour guide. Small group of 5. I can't wait to visit Vietnam one day and really dive into the culture.
@sazji
Жыл бұрын
For crossing the street, I'd also add, "don't panic." Sometimes foreigners get nervous and try to run at the end...that's a good way to get hit. And it sounds cliche but although Vietnamese isn't the kind of language you'll just pick up without a lot of effort, it's 100% worth that effort. Also - you will certainly go to some of the touristic markets like Bến Thành, but make an effort to visit some markets in more residential areas. There's a great one in District 3 west of Cao Thắng St. and another one between Nguyễn Thượng Hiên and Vườn Chuối Streets (Chợ Vườn Chuối). That's where find everyday people going about their business and where sellers will really be nice, especially if you have gotten a little Vietnamese under your belt. My last suggestion is to find a place to stay in a more typical neighborhood, especially if you're going to stay in a place more than just a couple days. If you go to local eating and shopping spots, you'll really feel a part of the place quickly. The only downside is that you'll be sadder when it's finally time to leave...😢
@shivonnedubarry4213
2 жыл бұрын
Totally agree with you about bargaining
@WILLNEVERCONFORM
2 жыл бұрын
Good informative video.
@umpire94
3 жыл бұрын
LOL, I am catching up on your videos considering I stumbled on it. I enjoy it from your perspective as a Vietnamese. I do watch the other two American KZitem channels from Vietnam.
@WhatThePho
3 жыл бұрын
Thank you!! :))
@TuanBui-wn9ib
3 жыл бұрын
I've just hit the subscribe button, I love watching your videos. It's pleasant to see your travel, introduce local sights and foods even I live here in VN. Keep up your good work!
@WhatThePho
3 жыл бұрын
Welcome aboard! Thank you!
@danielbennett1791
4 ай бұрын
Booking hotels online can definitely be and often is cheaper. This was one of the few arguments I've won with my (Vietnamese) wife. But make sure you have paid or they will cancel your booking. PAY UP FRONT.
@PhillipnKW
3 жыл бұрын
seeing that your channel is grown over 13k keep up the good work
@WhatThePho
3 жыл бұрын
Appreciate it!
@robinmkt10
2 жыл бұрын
Absolutely agreed! I've felt the same while visiting shops and malls in Thailand! Their attitude differences towards westerns and south-east Asians (brown people more precisely) are quite significant!
@Bambammbi
3 жыл бұрын
I also think for American , hanoian accent is easier to hear but I’m from the south so it is difficult for me. But, if you ever listened to Hue accent and you’re able to understand, then I’m proud of you bc I cannot understand any hue accents.
@alenaalbert
3 жыл бұрын
Thank you my friend
@philalex8427
3 жыл бұрын
Loved the video!!!! and the over arching comments. Not being able to travel a truly miss the friendliness of the the VN people, so very hospitable.
@WhatThePho
3 жыл бұрын
Glad you enjoyed it!
@tomnguyen2745
3 жыл бұрын
Yes. It’s very Helpful to me. Thanks
@ericice1751
2 жыл бұрын
I disagree with booking hotels online, for first time room at hotel online is usually best. Initially.. if you stay for multiple nights then sometimes you can get a cheaper direct price. I stay often in Hanoi, Saigon, Haiphong, Hung Yen, Do Son, and many smaller towns.
@thomasdinh2753
3 жыл бұрын
more of your views on vietnam like this would be great. thanks in advance for making videos! from HOUSTON, TX, USA
@WhatThePho
3 жыл бұрын
More to come! Thank you!!
@lovewendz
3 жыл бұрын
I miss VN. Ive been there last april 2019
@Jahalang82
3 жыл бұрын
I was last there in July 2019 and miss Vietnam a lot
@ienleminh4003
3 жыл бұрын
xem hết video của em luôn rồi, ngoài bắc cẩn thận trước covid nhé em!
@WhatThePho
3 жыл бұрын
Vâng ạ, em cảm ơn anh!
@ienleminh4003
3 жыл бұрын
@@WhatThePho 😀😀
@vinhmai198
3 жыл бұрын
I don’t agree with not using Taxis. Taxis are the most easiest transportation to find, not as fun but the easiest to find. They are located everywhere. When using Grab you have to wait a bit for them to arrive. Depend on where your driver is located. Just use VinaSun or Mai Linh for the Taxis.
@vanbathiem
3 жыл бұрын
Smart ,well spoken girl! Good English speaking too! Anyway, Good Luck for everything you do in VN. Cheers...!
@WhatThePho
3 жыл бұрын
Thank you! :)
@Bob31415
2 жыл бұрын
When crossing the street if a Mack truck is barreling down on you just keep walking at the same pace. The truck will go around you.
@namthgd
3 жыл бұрын
she's beautiful. I love her smile :)
@khairulanuarabdulfatah8027
3 жыл бұрын
u r very pretty vietnamese girl n speak fluent english...seldom find vietnamese who speaks gd english...nice ...i like vietnam n hv been to hanoi few times years back n d food is gd n tasty...😍
@Digitalnomad8
2 жыл бұрын
that was a great review, i really appriciated your feedback / reactions you did great. Could you do a top 5 or 10 hotels in Hanoi that would be helpful too! Maybe good safe area to stay where things are walking distance or a video of travel to Sapa, north Vietnam, etc. Cheers
@khoahuynh9212
3 жыл бұрын
OMG u r so so soo pretty! Thank you for advertise Vietnam by the way ^^
@tirsocanales8366
2 жыл бұрын
I was a grab heavy user, hahahahahah from quan 7 to tan son nhat!
@P1886-g5q
2 жыл бұрын
Booking in person used to be cheaper because you could negotiate. Not true in all cases anymore, especially the higher end hotels.
@stanriner1831
3 жыл бұрын
It is Mot Hai Ba Yo! in the south. More of a Z sound in the North. I live in the North and used to travel to Saigon all of the time. I had to adjust my Tieng Viet there.
@WhatThePho
3 жыл бұрын
Haha yes, the dialect
@WalterPetrovic
Жыл бұрын
Regarding the money denominations, has there ever been any explanation for the currency being in tens and hundreds of thousands? Is it specifically cultural or there some other reason?
@Shadow91507
2 жыл бұрын
9:01 I wish he explained WHY it's cheaper to book in-person than online. 9:16 Thx for explaining that bargaining is the reason. 10:20 Actually I've gotten to know Vietnamese ppl. They like to show off and are insecure about their social status and want you to feel like they have very high social status. You know I'm right. But that's if YOU are Vietnamese and spend enough time around them to find out. As for kind, it just depends on the person. Like with any culture. Big surprise. When you say Vietnamese ppl are warm and kind, it's cuz you two just met and have NOT gotten to know each other yet. And almost everyone's nice to a tourist. Anyway thx for sharing! but what's with the thumbnail?
@dangthuytrang4777
3 жыл бұрын
love this channel😻
@mariatu3204
2 жыл бұрын
{as a native , i would say the point number 2 and 4 are not entirely true - we don't use taxi not only because they are more expensive but the driver sometimes scam you and take the longer route for more money - the street food is not always save to eat, not every stalls make their own food, they might buy it in bulk from unknown sources to lower the price and it can make you sick, to avoid that, just don't buy the one that suspiciously cheap i don't want to bash my country but people are people, there're good people and there're bad people be safe out there} ==> agree ... my extended family every time visiting vn, eat street foods all had "food poisoning" that's sick. Taxi is expensive and more scam than grab
@quando7755
3 жыл бұрын
11:25 It can be in Thảo Cầm Viên. He is really clever when he always keep a "trunkful" of sugarcane canes
@blue-oceandreamer2756
Жыл бұрын
Messages either be re-inforced or should be thought twice. Thanks - especially seeing how disagreement or reservation was being expressed in a tactful way. Believe the elephant was in Saigon Zoo and Botanical Garden - small but still worth to spend half a day visiting and supporting wildlife animals protection and education.
@mariatu3204
2 жыл бұрын
#6 is correct - in vn book online not cheaper
@tomnguyen2745
3 жыл бұрын
Very interesting. and So True 👍
@AlexP253
Жыл бұрын
Two questions…is it rude to say Saigon instead of HCMC…and do many Vietnamese speak some English but are timid to try?
@nguyento3201
10 ай бұрын
Cô Vân này lạnh lợi quá, rất giõi, anh nào mà được cô chọn thì rất là lucky. Well done!
@silvahawk
Жыл бұрын
when my family booked our first tour in person, the lady that worked with us actually gave us a discount of 500,000 dong per person if we decided to complete the booking that same day, so I'd say that the booking in-person thing is actually true
@newbreedzorro204
2 жыл бұрын
I could be wrong but if I’m remembering right 500,000 dong is 21.91$ in USA money
@2tickets1world
2 жыл бұрын
Yes i read an article that said you can bargain down 30% to 50% because they know we are tourist so they will charge us more. However, I agree with you! I was thinking about it and said to myself okay if its $5 and i got it to $3 or $4 was it really worth it? I would rather just give them the money. But, also like you said be aware so you do not get scammed.
@minhquattro9303
3 жыл бұрын
Love you, great
@jeffreysy418
2 жыл бұрын
if you're a tourist, better not to bargain if you can afford it. most of these street vendors don't earn a lot. so be a blessing! with that being said, don't be stupid as well and fall for obvious scams. use your best judgment. when in doubt, err on the side of generosity!
@0animalproductworld558
2 жыл бұрын
I think booking online is more expensive because locals don't really book online so booking online can be a rip off 🐇 In person is cheaper 🐎 Rescue all animals 🐇
@bobbydaily5273
3 жыл бұрын
My mom always book hotel online
@jonasfabonan9559
3 жыл бұрын
I just loved your voice and your face too. :) Can you be my tour guide when I visit Vietnam? peace :)
@thuytruong1020
3 жыл бұрын
One time, we had to take a taxi cab ride to go to the other side of the street.
@WhatThePho
3 жыл бұрын
😂😂
@woodypham6474
3 жыл бұрын
I love your English speaking
@bennuballbags2
2 жыл бұрын
1. Do not have a vehicle accident of any type, even if its not your fault at all. The police will always find you at fault as they will fleece you of every cent they can and they will not investigate what happened at all.
@mannguyen5341
3 жыл бұрын
Very pretty! Very smart! Speak English very fluently! Sound like american girl!!! 😀😀😀👍👍👍
@golden_gate0049
3 жыл бұрын
Can you also dialogue in Vietnamese language too. I am really cant understand the words coming out of your mouth. I'm Vietmetica and i seen you spoke in Viet from other vids and your voice so amazing with giọng Bắc. I'm move back to Vietnam soon and like to connect with Viet more so please do videos nói tiếng Việt luôn nhé, em sẽ được fan in VN support nhé😂✌🇻🇳
@stevenyangkun
2 жыл бұрын
Sorry for copyright claim
@scstudios430
2 жыл бұрын
im pakistani muslim and thanks for showing me i like vietnam it look good place i live in usa but when i grow up i want to move to either vietnam malaysia saudi arabia iran egypt turkey indonesia brunei uzbekistan kazakhstan japan thailand or south korea
@alastairpaisley6668
3 жыл бұрын
Why are the Vietnamese people (apparently the majority) still referring to "Ho Chi Minh City" as "Saigon?"
@drewcorry5056
3 жыл бұрын
Excellent Video. I Will Always Book Online. Also I Would Never Spend Money On A Grab. Just Walk, Take A Bus
@JeremyKruis
3 жыл бұрын
is it possible to travel to vietnam currently?
@WhatThePho
3 жыл бұрын
Hi Jeremy! There hasn't been any official info about the travel ban yet, but I heard Vietnam will start welcoming vaccinated international tourists in July :)
@HienPhan-uk8qi
3 жыл бұрын
Yes. Never book online especially hotel.
@JohnDoe-lc9yj
3 жыл бұрын
I agree. Please don't try and bargain the locals down on price. These people work very hard and depend on this income for their families welfare.
@Antzzz_Manzzz
3 жыл бұрын
Your English is excellent
@duongkhang5090
3 жыл бұрын
hello Van Vu !
@joellapaz6724
3 жыл бұрын
Yes I tasted the Vietnamese pizza, it's good.
@aman4peace
3 жыл бұрын
Ur english good how long did it take you to speak well in English? You speak so we'll Me being an english speaker and teachher
@TienLe-ro4lx
3 жыл бұрын
Love her
@tinhhavietlacquan9298
3 жыл бұрын
Thích c lắm luôn
@tinhhavietlacquan9298
3 жыл бұрын
E cũng rất thích Hk tiếng Anh, e mong chị chỉ bảo thêm🙂
@bernardfong1019
3 жыл бұрын
Left my heart in Hanoi.
@natebestwick5807
3 жыл бұрын
What about just a bike
@franklinlaureano4355
3 жыл бұрын
try no lose you power he maybe want to use you power dont let he take you power you are the one who suport to use you national power canddy sweet xoxo.
@k_tuyenniie109
3 жыл бұрын
[Dont book online] I went to be quy nhon with my family back in 2013. It was supposed to be a day trip but we decided last minute that we are going to spend the night there. So we went to a hotel and we got a suite for 50% off! So I agree with this point!
@WhatThePho
3 жыл бұрын
Wow! So his point was legit then haha
@darknight55gemini4
3 жыл бұрын
Hello VANVU I'm new in your KZitem Channel. I'm subcribe yesterday in your KZitem Channel and in your Instagram. I'm of origine of country of VIETNAM of SAIGON. I live in the country of FRANCE. I speak The VIETNAMESE LANGUAGE and I learn of to try of to writ in The VIETNAMESE LANGUAGE but it's not easy. I wacht many differents Vidéos than you make and I like very much the Vidéos than you make. I speak The VIETNAMESE LANGUAGE and The FRENCH LANGUAGE and I speaking and I writing The ENGLISH LANGUAGE and I speak a little The SPANISH LANGUAGE and The NETHERLANDS LANGUAGE. You make of EXCELLENT VIDÉOS of The Food and The Culture of VIETNAM. Your Vidéos are very interesting and very instructifs.Your Vidéos are of EXCELLENT Quality. Thank you very much for the Vidéos than you make of VIETNAM . Continued of to make of VIETNAM. Best Regards VANVU .
@Jockar-22
3 жыл бұрын
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