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I’ve been seeing really mixed experiences about solo traveling in Vietnam, and I’m trying to figure out where it actually lands for most people. On one hand, it seems incredibly accessible budget-friendly, amazing street food everywhere, and a well-trodden route for travelers. On the other hand, I keep hearing about the intensity of the traffic, the fast pace of cities like Hanoi or Ho Chi Minh City, and small challenges like language barriers or navigating transport for the first time.

It feels like one of those places that can be either super smooth or slightly chaotic depending on how prepared you are. Some people describe it as an easy, fun introduction to solo travel, while others say it takes a bit of adjustment before you start enjoying it fully.

S0, how it felt for you overall was it something that came naturally, or did it take time to settle into the rhythm of traveling there solo?

Vietnam celebrates Hung Kings Commemoration Day, a national holiday dedicated to honoring the country’s legendary founders, the Hùng Kings.

The Hùng Kings’ Temple Festival is held annually from the 1st to the 10th day of the third lunar month in their honor. The main festival day on the 10th day is a public holiday in Vietnam (officially recognized since 2007).

The celebrations include ceremonies, temple offerings, and large gatherings, especially at the Hùng Temple in Phú Thọ province.

What makes it unique is that it honors an entire line of early rulers believed to have established the first Vietnamese state, rather than just one individual. It reflects how strongly cultural identity and ancestry are valued in Vietnam.

There’s even a famous saying: “Dù ai đi ngược về xuôi, nhớ ngày giỗ Tổ mùng mười tháng ba” reminding people to always remember their roots.

TIL some boat rowers in Vietnam use their feet instead of their hands

Did Vietnam feel “easy” or “overwhelming” for your first solo trip?