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What about Vietnam - Traveller InsightsAuthor: Kerry Newsome
Welcome to What About Vietnam - A Travel Podcast with Kerry Newsome. If you have ever thought about Vietnam as a holiday destination, but unsure, well, this may be just the eye-opener you need to help you decide you must go. A cross between "Trip advisor and a blog" minus the 300 pages of reading, this podcast aims to give you insights into Vietnam from years of traveling to and from, and as a travel manager. My objective is to give you the information the guide books don't,.... in an easy to listen to, relatable format. Across this series, I will be your guide to "When and How" to travel throughout Vietnam. I will provide you with comprehensive information designed to make your trip fun, safe, and full of great adventures. You will hear from guest travellers about their experiences and the places they have visited. I interview locals, expats, travel experts and tour operators across the board. You never know who you are going to meet on the show, and that's what makes it interesting and entertaining. Check out full shows on the website - www.whataboutvietnam.comPlease SUBSCRIBE or FOLLOW; It's free and that way you get notified of new episodes. If you have an Iphone and use Itunes please - Rate and Review.Please share through my social pages;-FB - https://www.facebook.com/whataboutvietnam/IG - https://www.instagram.com/whataboutvietnampodcastLK - https://www.linkedin.com/company/what-about-vietnam/YT - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCavCC1--oE5rUhO_SlENmqw Language: en-us Genres: Education, Places & Travel, Society & Culture Contact email: Get it Feed URL: Get it iTunes ID: Get it |
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What you can't always know about Vietnam... until you get here - S6-E14 - What About Vietnam
Episode 14
Friday, 17 July, 2026
Throughout this series, I've answered the questions travellers know to ask.But today, for the final episode of Series 6 – One Question at a Time, I want to answer the questions you probably won't even think to ask… because they're the little things you only discover once you're here in Vietnam.You've listened to the podcasts. Read the blogs. Watched the YouTube videos. You've done your homework.Yet Vietnam still has a wonderful way of surprising you.In this episode, I'm sharing seven of those unexpected realities that no booking website, weather app or guidebook can fully prepare you for. These aren't travel mistakes—they're simply the little nuances that experienced travellers learn along the way.From choosing the right hotel atmosphere for your travel style, to understanding why distances take longer than expected, navigating immigration queues, and leaving enough room in your itinerary for those magical unplanned moments—these are the insights that can quietly transform a good holiday into a great one.If this is your first trip to Vietnam, consider this the conversation I wish every traveller could have before they arrive.In this episode00:00 – Welcome to the Series 6 finale: the questions you don't even know to ask02:10 – Why Vietnam's weather forecast doesn't always tell the whole story05:15 – Your hotel has a personality too—and it may not suit yours08:35 – Vietnam measures time differently: why distances can be deceiving11:45 – When English suddenly disappears in rural Vietnam14:55 – Immigration queues, airport arrivals and why your holiday may not start quite as you imagined17:50 – Why hotel photos don't always tell the full story20:50 – The biggest mistake isn't what you booked… it's what you didn't leave room for23:20 – Final thoughts and thank you for joining me throughout Series 6Three Key Takeaways✓ You won't find the biggest influences on your Vietnam holiday on Google or booking websites—they're only discovered through experience.✓ Vietnam rewards travellers who allow flexibility, go with the flow, adapt and stay curious. The trick is to NOT over-schedule every moment.✓ The memories you'll treasure most are often the ones you never planned. Follow on your favourite pod channel, email directly to whataboutvietnam@gmail.com Keep abreast of news on our social pages on FB, IG,LinkedIn and TikTokLet me design your #customised #private tour of Vietnam - See our Travel ServicesDo you need a #Dental Procedure? Why not find out what’s possible through our Dental and #Cosmetic Medical partner Worldwide Beauty Hospital. Mention #whataboutvietnam to receive 5% discount at Worldwide Beauty Hospital
