Vietnam travel, updated every morning
Updated daily: VND exchange rates, 7-day weather for 8 Vietnam destinations, best months to visit and airport transfer tips.
🤖 AI Daily Concierge Briefing (2026-10-23)
Welcome to Vietnam, recently crowned Asia's best cruise destination! Today, you'll find the best travel weather in Da Nang and Hoi An with sunny skies, while heavy rain is expected in Ho Chi Minh City and Ha Long Bay. For your daily expenses, $1 USD exchanges for approximately 25,831 VND, so be sure to check local rates before you shop.
💱 Exchange rate today (Updated 2026-10-23)
🌤️ Weather today
📰 Latest Vietnam travel news
After 61 days of wandering and forlornness, a newbie Singaporean content creator said plaintively in a viral video on Instagram: "Mom, I'm coming home. I feel very lonely."
Vietnam has won Asia's Best Cruise Destination at the 2026 World Cruise Awards for the first time, ending Hong Kong's two-year reign.
Sun Group debuted at ITB Asia 2026 in Singapore, promoting Phu Quoc ahead of APEC 2027 and unveiling its AI-powered Visit Vietnam platform to international travel partners.
Penang Island of Malaysia has been featured in National Geographic's list of the best places in the world to travel to in 2027, becoming the only destination in Southeast Asia to make the list.
Singapore's Changi Airport won twice at the Forbes Travel Guide's 2026 Verified Air Travel Awards for best international airport and best airport for dining.
Hong Kong welcomed 2.86 million visitors from long-haul markets in the first nine months of 2026, up 19% year-on-year, in contrast to decline from short-haul markets.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions (Quick Answer Guide)
What is the USD to VND exchange rate in Vietnam today (2026-10-23)?
Today (2026-10-23), 1 USD equals approximately 25,831 VND. 100 USD is about 2,583,115 VND.
Should I bring cash or card to Vietnam?
Hotels, malls, and Grab accept Visa/Mastercard, but street food stalls, local markets, and small cafes require cash in Vietnamese Dong (VND).
What is the easiest way to get mobile data in Vietnam?
Pre-installing a Vietnam travel eSIM before departure gives you 4G/5G data immediately upon landing at Noi Bai (HAN), Tan Son Nhat (SGN), or Da Nang (DAD) without queueing at airport SIM booths.