Luggage And Bags: Backpacks are ideal if you want to travel around Vietnam but if you are here to shop, better you bring a bigger suitcase
Clothing/Shoes/Weather Gear: Going to a hot & humid place in the tropics calls for light & natural fabrics like Cotton or Silk. Tank tops, short sleeve shirts or T-shirts are fine. Shorts or light khakis are also good. You can buy most of your clothes at low prices so you needn't worry if you didn't pack enough
Try to avoid thick or synthetic material because you will sweat buckets & you will be very uncomfortable.
As for shoes, flip flops or open sandals are great because when it's hot, your feet will appreciate it and when it rains, you won't be walking around with wet shoes for too long
Toiletries & Medical Supplies: Sunscreen is a must in South East Asia!! While you may enjoy the warmth of the sun, the intensity is much greater than say in the temperate countries. Don't let sunburn ruin your vacation
It helps if you bring your own medication e.g for diarrhea. Some people are not used to the food so best avoid getting sick on your holidays
Miscellaneous: Also bring a small towel or lots of handkerchiefs because you will need to wipe all the sweat when you walk around
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