I was looking around online and found some of these dos and don'ts for Vietnam. Do: 1. When handing someone something, use both hands. 2. Bring a hotel business card with you. Good idea if we get lost. 3. Dress conservatively. 4. Take your shoes off outside before entering a temple. Don't: 1. Touch someone's head. 2. Don't point at someone … [Read more...] about Dos and Don’ts in Vietnam
In previous posts, we've discussed mainly what fruits we should try in Vietnam. I've looked online for some additional foods that are said to be tasty. Banh Mi, that we have discussed in person, definitely looks like a delicious sandwich! The baguette can be filled with carrots, cucumber, cilantro, pork liver, ham, and pork. Banh Knot (miniature fried pancakes) look pretty … [Read more...] about Food to Try
Souvenirs Each time you go somewhere, it is always nice to bring back a little something local to remember your trip. What types of souvenirs are available in Vietnam? 1. Conical Hats 2. Silk 3. Hand Embroidery 4. Sand Pictures 5. Guoc Moc (traditional wooden clogs) 6. Bamboo … [Read more...] about Souvenirs to Take Home/Gifts to Bring
Politeness and etiquette can very greatly country from country. Wanting to be good representations of our country, our school, and ourselves, it is important for to try to keep customs in mind in order to be polite and respectable. Here are some tips I found online: 1. When you give/receive a business card, hold it with two hands. 2. When speaking to a group, address … [Read more...] about Vietnamese Etiquette
Yesterday, I ate canned jackfruit to prepare myself for the different tastes I will experience in Vietnam. The yellow pods smelt very sweet. Their taste matches their scent. It tastes pretty good. It is just hard to describe the taste to something we are familiar with. Many online sites describe its taste as a mix between a pineapple and a banana. I had fresh jackfruit … [Read more...] about Getting Accustomed to New Tastes