Essential Apps for Vietnam Travel
The 6 must-have apps for a smooth Vietnam trip for connectivity, translations, transport, news, and messaging.
We've been living in Vietnam since 2023 and these are the exact apps we always tell friends and family to get before they arrive. They make getting around, staying connected, and navigating daily life so much smoother.
Grab or Xanh SM for reliable taxis and motorbikes with fixed rates, 12Go for buses, trains and limousines between cities, and Sim Local eSIM so you're online the moment you land. Use code LIAMSARAH5 for a discount on Sim Local.
Google Translate and Lens help with menus and conversations, VNExpress keeps you updated with English news, and WhatsApp or Zalo for messaging hotels, guides and new friends.
Download them all using the links below and your Vietnam trip will feel so much easier from day one.
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