Sunny, cloudy and cloudy days

• Lowest prices in cheap hotels in Pattaya are 650-700 rubles, in 2-3 * hotels on the first coastline- from 1500-5000 rubles, in 4 * hotels - from 1200-2000 rubles, in 5 * hotels - from 3500-4000 rubles.
• Prices in hotels in Nha Trang: v inexpensive hotels 2-3 * in the European quarter - from 500-800 rubles, in 4-5 * hotels by the sea - from 4500 rubles.

Prices for such a popular service as massage in specialized salons in Vietnam they start from 280 rubles, in Thailand - from 800 rubles.

Internet and mobile communications

Very cheap in Vietnam. Tourists can everywhere purchase a prepaid card and call home.

The average cost of a minute of conversation in Vietnam is 10 rubles, in Thailand - 2-3 times more.

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Transport

Excellent in both countries developed as an internal transport connection and long distance... According to the reviews of tourists, the prices for travel in the public transport in Vietnam is somewhat cheaper however, the difference is not very significant.

The fare on city buses in Vietnam is about 20 rubles, minimum starting price of a taxi ride - from 40 rubles, for 1 kilometer of the way - 40 rubles.

Fares for songteo in Thailand - from 20 rubles, taxis in the country are mostly not equipped with meters and the cost of trips varies on average from 200 to 800 rubles.

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The medicine

Quality health care in countries about the same,. Prices depend on the severity of the injury or illness.

To receive quality assistance for tourists required insurance, without which you should not go on vacation, so that in case of possible health problems you do not incur huge unforeseen expenses.

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sights

Both countries have a rich history and boast a large number of attractions. The choice of tourists in this regard is based solely on personal preferences.

That there have been no global military actions on the territory of the state for many centuries, in connection with which there have been preserved and ancient landmarks.

Much was destroyed by the war in the last century, but in large settlements you can still find historical palaces and buildings.

Excursions

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Beaches

In both countries you can find both wild and well-developed beaches.

Most are found in resorts such as Koh Samui, Phuket and Pattaya.

concentrated in Nha Trang and Phan Thiet... Vietnamese beaches, according to tourists, are wider, cleaner and not as crowded as the beaches of Thailand. They are more suitable for families with children.

Stay on the coast in a bungalow and enjoy the unity with nature in Vietnam, you can only in Fukuoka.

Preferred rest on uncrowded, practically wild beaches you should choose Thailand - Koh Wai, Samet and Koh Mak.

Underwater world

Tourists, keen on snorkelling and, offering a large number interesting places for immersion. Surin, Similan, Phi Phi and Koh Tao islands are popular with diving enthusiasts.

Entertainment

By number, where night life boils until the morning. In Vietnam, with the onset of darkness, life seems to freeze. Therefore, tourists who prefer nightlife should definitely choose Thailand for rest.

Dangers

Travelers in the countries of Southeast Asia, among which it is worth noting the high risk of poisoning with unusual food, the risk of getting sunburn or heatstroke, the risk of being bitten by carriers of dangerous diseases - mosquitoes, as well as the risk of becoming a victim of scammers or pickpockets.

When planning your vacation in Asia, you can consider where it is better to go - to Thailand or Vietnam. Both countries are popular among tourists from all over the world and our compatriots, they are excellent resorts, but each of them has its own characteristics. In this article, we will look at how these countries are similar and how they differ, and maybe you can decide where to spend your vacation in 2019 - in Thailand or Vietnam.

General information about Thailand and Vietnam: history, geography, climate, visa, security

History reference

Travel to these countries and hotel infrastructure

The flight time to both countries is approximately 9-10 hours. For example, taking a flight for January from Moscow to Bangkok (Thailand), the cost on the popular website for buying air tickets starts from 15,000 rubles (one way). If we compare with Vietnam - a flight to the capital - Hanoi with the same input will cost from 22,000 rubles.

The hotel infrastructure is developed in both countries. Thailand hotels are mostly inexpensive, not internationally classified, but provide good service and comfort. At the same time, you can find both a luxury hotel and a simple bungalow in the country. On the popular resort x, as a rule, there is an option for every taste and wallet. A luxurious room in the capital of Thailand will cost about 4000 rubles per night. A simple hostel for only 500 rubles. The resorts of Pattaya and Phuket are considered not too expensive.

In Vietnam, the situation is similar. Large cities of the state have a large hotel fund and, on average, European service. Almost nowhere is there an all-inclusive system, except for some hotels in and on. In a decent hotel in Hanoi, a night stay will cost 2500 rubles, in a hostel - 400 rubles.

Thailand and Vietnam: what are the differences between holidays in these countries?

Beach holidays in Thailand and Vietnam

If you go on a beach vacation to any of these two countries, then the sea will definitely delight you with its beauty and purity. The azure color of sea water, snow-white sand, palm trees - all this is in both these countries. Underwater world beautiful and diverse in Vietnam and Thailand.

Several resorts are popular in Thailand. Famous resort located off the coast South China Sea... Those who like a relaxing beach holiday choose the island. Budget tourists, mostly Russians, by the way, choose, the beaches of Pattaya itself are not very good, but everything is decent in the vicinity of the resort.

In Vietnam, tourists usually choose (if they want luxury), Mui Ne (family and quiet rest), or Nyachang (the resort is popular among young people and middle-aged people).

Beaches everywhere are mostly municipal. But those who wish can rent a sun lounger and parasol. Choosing Thailand, you need to keep in mind that there is an opportunity to catch Dengue fever or malaria, these terrible diseases are spread by mosquitoes. There is no such problem in Vietnam, but there are other infectious diseases. However, nothing prevents you from getting all the vaccinations and having preventive measures, then the rest will not be overshadowed by anything.

If we compare two popular resorts: Pattaya and Nyachang, then the landscapes of Thailand in this place are not as beautiful as in the Gulf of Vietnam. Nyachang is one of the thirty most beautiful bays in the world.

Entertainment and some features of the two countries

Tourists who have visited both countries note that Vietnam does not smell the same on the streets as in the cities of Thailand. You will not see cows and stray dogs on the streets. Rats, lizards, and other animals can be found in any Asian country.

In Nyachang (Vietnam) there is a Russian information center, where you can get any information for Russian tourists, as well as buy excursions. Most of our compatriots usually rest in Pattaya, so much is adapted for them, and information can be obtained, and excursions can be ordered.

On the beaches of both countries, there is a lot of entertainment related to aquatic species sports. In Vietnam, everyone can go fishing, diving, surfing. Diving enthusiasts come here from different parts of the world, as this view here active rest considered the cheapest in the world. There are two diving centers in the Nyachang resort, with three more on the Phu Koo, Whale, and Kon Dao islands. The town of Mui Ne offers skiing on the sandy hills. In Thailand, you can also go diving, admire the beauty of the underwater world.

However, in Thailand, on any beach, you can get a high-quality massage, which is not the case in Vietnam. In Vietnam, the resorts of Nyanchag and Phan Thiet have mineral springs and therapeutic mud, in the spa centers you can get acupuncture and herbal treatments. But still, it is Thailand that is known for its SPA procedures, here you can also find hot spring resorts, health centers, there are more such offers here.

Both countries are distinguished by good medicine, where it is better - it all depends on what the patient needs. For children, a wonderful holiday is provided in the resorts of both countries, since the climate in the right season is usually tolerated well, the sea is warm, the beaches are sandy. In both countries, there are a lot of fruits and vegetables that will help the child's body get stronger, increase immunity and enjoy exotic things.

Cuisine, shopping, recreation for children in Thailand and Vietnam

If we compare the two kitchens, then it should be noted that the basis for both is rice. In Thailand, the dishes are more spicy, and in Vietnam, mostly sweet, even meat.

In Thailand, you can try exotic snake, crocodile, frog, insect and other exotic dishes. But more conventional dishes are available: there are many choices in the field of seafood, chicken or pork. From Thai cuisine it is worth trying the soup "tom yam", which consists of seafood, fish, and much more; papaya salad "som tam"; Thai alcoholic drinks.

The basis of Vietnamese cuisine is also chicken and pork, noodles and seafood are very popular. You should definitely try pho noodles made from rice and lean meat; as well as a hotpot dish. The latter is not really a dish, here the eater is the cook himself. A saucepan is brought to the client, and under the guidance of the restaurant's chef, the client chooses from what to prepare his soup. Vietnam also has delicious coffee.

The tourist service in Thailand is more developed due to the fact that it has existed for much longer than in Vietnam. The latter, after all, suffered more from wars, destruction and coups, while Thailand stayed somewhat aloof. Recently, much attention has been paid to the tourism industry - new hotels are being built, tourist routes... Luxury shopping is better in Thailand, there are many branded clothing stores, in Vietnam you can buy good children's clothing, it will cost less. Also, the proximity of China makes it possible to buy inexpensive Chinese-made goods.

If you are going to Vietnam - take it back with you:

• fruit chips;
• tinctures with a snake in alcohol;
• tea and coffee;
• jewelry made of silver, pearls, ivory;
• silk and leather;
• flip flops and hat.

From Thailand you can take for yourself and as a gift:

• figurines of Buddha or animals;
• natural cosmetics;
• clothes made from natural materials;
• technique.

From both countries you can buy famous balms and ointments - yellow, green, red ... of all shades and for any purpose. Traditional medicine of these countries has long been known throughout the world.

Attractions in Thailand and Vietnam: what's the difference?

More sights can be seen in Thailand, but in Vietnam there is more beautiful nature.

Thailand is famous primarily for its temples, parks, palaces. The main attractions of Thailand are located in. One of them is the Temple of the Emerald Buddha. It forms a complex with the palace of the country's monarch himself. This temple is the most sacred Buddhist site in Thailand. Lion sculptures, frescoes from the life of Buddha, Thai style of architecture - this is a unique place.

The city of Ayutthaya is interesting to visit. It is an ancient city that was once the capital of Siam. Now there are both locals and hotels, but the ancient city stands, protected by UNESCO, and is a must-see in

You can visit not only ancient and classical monuments, but also such unusual places like crocodile farm or floating market, elephant village or rum brewery.

As for Vietnam, here you can admire the waterfalls, beautiful lakes: Western and Xuan Huong. The bay park consists of many islets and rocks that resemble a wide variety of animals.

Interesting to visit the city of Hue: there you can see ancient heritage the last emperors. Palaces and pagodas, citadels and temples - walking around ancient city, you can connect your imagination and imagine how it was all here thousands of years ago?

The city is also interesting to visit. The fact is that here the Asian flavor mixed with the influence of the French and Americans, who greatly influenced Vietnam in their time. Colonial buildings - cathedrals, hotels contrast with the locals and small shops. And also in Ho Chi Minh there is a wonderful park, zoo, botanical garden.

There are many unusual entertainments in Vietnam: riding on elephants, visiting the Ku Chi guerrilla tunnels, snake restaurants.

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In general, the list can go on and on. One article does not fit the sights of one country, let alone two. Which country to choose for vacation - decide, based on your own preferences in terms of comfort, what kind of vacation you or your children need. After all, the climate and beach holidays in both countries are quite similar, so the atmosphere, sights and peculiarities of these countries will play a role.

Thailand - 4, Vietnam - 5. Let's take two southern resort: Phuket island in Thailand and Nha Trang city in Vietnam. In the most tourist time (in winter) the second one seemed much more pleasant to us. Not so hot, evenings are cooler and fresher. But depending on the season and as you move to the south or north of any of the countries, the weather can be significantly different. In the north of Vietnam in March we froze to a good degree, while in Bangkok we were exhausted from the heat and humidity. By the way, winter in Vietnam is not a season, the sea is restless, there are showers. But in the south of Thailand at this time it is simply amazing: the sea is clean, you can safely swim, the weather is dry, the sun is not as hot as in spring.

Prices

Food

Thailand - 4, Vietnam - 5... In Vietnam, it seemed to us that fresh vegetables and fruits are more affordable. But if we talk about imported products that Asians do not particularly eat (like milk, cheese), then it is difficult to compare.

Clothing, appliances, electronics

Thailand - 4, Vietnam - 2. Vietnam's market is very sparse compared to Thailand. Technology and electronics are not the strong point of this country. Everything is more expensive than in Thailand. As for clothing, the number of popular chain brands in Vietnam is several times less than in Thailand. Clothes from the market are again cheaper here.

Accommodation

Thailand - 5, Vietnam - 4. Thailand is very developed from a tourist point of view, so there is simply a huge amount of housing for every taste in any city. Any resort is built up with condotels, villas. There are many beautiful European-style apartments and houses near the sea, and the price relative to Russia is much lower. In Vietnam, housing is cheap, especially hotels. But finding something European is very difficult. We were looking for an apartment in Nha Trang for a very long time and chose one of the most expensive options... All the others were covered with Vietnamese-style wooden furniture. It was not very familiar and comfortable for us.

Internet availability and speed

Thailand - 2, Vietnam - 3. Vietnam has excellent and cheap mobile internet. Works almost everywhere, even in villages and on the highway. When it comes to home internet, it is rather unstable. Failures, as a rule, are associated with breakdowns on the backbone networks. In Thailand, the Internet was dead almost everywhere, especially in guesthouses. Mobile Internet good quality, but much more expensive than in Vietnam.

Infrastructure

Thailand - 5, Vietnam - 3. Thailand is ideal for the tourist. Roads excellent quality... On every corner there are convenience stores, street food, shopping malls, entertainment complexes, bars, clubs. Here you can find food for every taste at any time of the day. It's the same story with entertainment. Vietnam is much more backward in this regard. Eating or buying something after 23:00 is problematic. The Vietnamese go to sleep together and the streets are empty. Our favorite chain of stores, 7-Eleven, is not available. There are small grocery stores, but they look more like warehouses. And they work according to a schedule that is convenient for the owner. Shopping malls leave a lot to be desired.

Visa application procedure (simplicity)

Thailand - 2, Vietnam - 5. This is definitely a checkmark for Vietnam. A visa can be issued for a period of one or three months directly upon arrival at the airport. It is not expensive at all, there are no consular fees. Until recently, this visa was still easy and cheap to renew, but now it is more difficult. Visa-free regime for Russian citizens - 15 days, but in Thailand - 30. Issuing and extending a Thai visa is more expensive. This can only be done outside the country at the Thai consulate. This process is stressful. You never know what a person will cling to on passport control... We give Thailand a two for toughening visa policy. In general, with a creak now we find ourselves in Thailand, having several seals of entry and exit to the country. It used to be much easier, but every year the migration policy tightens its grip. Perhaps Vietnam will become less accessible someday.

Food

Thailand - 5, Vietnam - 4. Thailand - this is a place where you will never stay hungry. There is no other country in the world with such quantity and variety of street food, probably. Street food is very affordable and can be found at almost any time of the day. Restaurants for every taste. But in Vietnam, food simply disappears from the streets at certain hours. It's hard to find something at lunchtime because the Vietnamese go out for a siesta. There are also a huge number of restaurants, delicious seafood. To be honest, food in Vietnam is closer to us. It is simpler and very affordable. – $ 1 for a huge portion of soup or rice with meat or fish. And you can overeat with this. And yes, we have never eaten such delicious rice anywhere else.

Transport

Thailand - 4, Vietnam - 4. It is very difficult to compare the capitals and the provinces, because they are two different things, as in Russia. V large cities Vietnam has no metro, while Bangkok has both an underground metro, a surface BTR, and water transport... And also very inexpensive taxi... Only 35 baht per landing and about 5 baht for each additional kilometer. But very often traffic jams in Bangkok are such that you can wind up a lot of money by a meter. There are also a lot of taxis in Vietnam, and they are quite affordable. Buses are inexpensive, there are a lot of bicycles and rickshaws. In thailand a large number of tuk-tuk, but we do not like to use their services, prices are often inflated. Bangkok has free bus routes but usually it is wooden buses without air conditioners. The price depends on the type of bus.

Beaches

Thailand (Phuket) - 5, Vietnam (Nha Trang) - 3. We can compare two countries only by two sea ​​resorts... Phuket is washed by the Andaman Sea, which has a stunning turquoise color. The island has a huge number of developed beaches with good infrastructure and large quantity entertainment. In high season, Phuket is just perfect for those who love the sea. There are not so many beaches in Nha Trang, the water is not azure, and in the evening all the beaches are crowded with the Vietnamese themselves, who like to come to the sea with their families. There are few attractions, and the infrastructure is less developed. Although, when we rode Vietnam from north to south on bikes, we saw a large number of beautiful beaches With blue sea and white sand, but these were wild, non-tourist places.

The medicine

Thailand - 5, Vietnam - 4. In Thailand, we have been to private clinics and parastatals. The service is of a high level, the staff is friendly, the prices are not so high. All necessary medications are dispensed in the required amount immediately after a doctor's appointment. It is very comfortable. In Vietnam, we applied for insurance once. Then the doctor came to our house. He spoke very bad English, gave antibiotics and a couple of related medications, and left. But I liked dentistry in Vietnam. Dental treatment was not expensive at all. By the way, as far as we know, there are doctors in Vietnam who speak Russian. There are a lot of clinics in Thailand and Vietnam.

Adaptation

Thailand - 3.5, Vietnam - 3.5. This is a very personal aspect. Everyone in new country always adapts differently. In Thailand, it was difficult for us to get used to food, both of them came down with stomach pains in the third week. The food is really spicy and very specific: completely new flavors that we have not tried before. Well, the smells. In Vietnam, food is more bland and simple: rice with meat or fish, mild rice noodle soup can be found in any village.

It is more difficult in Vietnam with language adaptation. Very few Vietnamese who are not connected with tourism in any way speak English. All price tags in supermarkets are in Vietnamese. While we were driving around the country, we learned numbers and a couple of phrases in order to find out at least the cost of food in a cafe. We often used a translator. This did not happen in Thailand. V tourist spots any you local will be able to answer in passable English. Even in a market where there are few tourists.

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Among the Asian tourism destinations, the question often arises, where is it better and cheaper to go, to Thailand or Vietnam? It is quite difficult to choose, since both countries have their own flavor, which has a loyal following. But still, if you are faced with a choice of where to spend your vacation, you should carefully study all aspects of life in these countries in order to accurately choose for yourself which is best for your vacation - Vietnam or Thailand.

The decision largely depends on your personal preferences, financial capabilities and the expectations that you place on the trip. That is why you need to carefully read all aspects of tourism.

Flight to destination

When choosing a place to stay, many pay attention to the time factor. What type of transport can be used, how many hours the trip takes and what is the price of tickets - these are the questions on which the final decision depends.

From this point of view, when comparing both countries, neither one has advantages. In time, it turns out that it takes an hour longer to fly to Thailand. And given that the cost of the ticket depends on the chosen tour operator or airline, as well as on the season, you can find reasonable prices for each direction.

Thus, in the question of what to choose, Thailand or Vietnam, this criterion is not decisive. You can even purchase a Thailand-Cambodia-Vietnam tour and visit three countries for more than little money.

Vietnam and Thailand, a comparison of climatic and weather conditions

Despite the fact that both countries have a tropical climate with high humidity, Vietnam is more comfortable in winter. You can be sure that during the day you will not have to succumb to the heat, while in Thailand the temperature is much higher. But it all depends on your personal preference.

Peak tourist season in both countries falls between early December and late March. At this time, you can not be afraid of tropical showers and the mercilessly scorching sun.

Which is better - Thailand or Vietnam, beach comparison

When deciding which country to go to, you should decide what type of beaches you are interested in.

If we talk about a civilized vacation with hotels on the coast and developed infrastructure, as a rule, these are city beaches. In Vietnam, these are located in the cities of Nha Trang and Phan Thiet (Mui Ne). In Thailand, these are Phuket, Pattaya and Koh Samui.

According to this criterion, the preponderance is in the direction of Vietnam, where there is no huge crowd of people, prices for food and housing are cheaper, and you can also enjoy clean air and a real riot of greenery. In addition, in Vietnam you can much more often find signs with an inscription in Russian, which means that it will be much easier to navigate the country.

And if we talk about wild beaches, Thailand has a tangible advantage here, here you can find a wide variety of places to relax in solitude. In Vietnam, such an opportunity is only on the island of Phu Quoc, Kon Dao and Catba. Moreover, in the last two cases, paradise seclusion will cost you quite a lot.

As for Thailand, there are a number of resorts for your attention, of which you only need to choose the one you like the most, which will definitely cost less. This is an impressive list of islands, some of which are semi-civilized, where you can find some kind of service, for example, shops, bars, restaurants, massage.

This number includes:

• Koh Chang;
• Phangan;
• Koh Tao;
• Phi Phi;
• Koh Lanta.

There are also completely wild places in Thailand where you can feel yourself in complete seclusion. These are islands such as:

• Samet;
• Koh Kood;
• Ko Mak;
• Ko Wai and many others.

The maximum level of service here comes down to massage at the hotel and several restaurants on the whole island, but at the same time the cost of services is much cheaper.

So to choose where better rest, Vietnam or Thailand, you should consider what kind of vacation you need.

If you prefer a civilized vacation, go to Vietnam, and if you want to take a break from society and fully enjoy the closeness to nature, choose Thailand.

Thailand or Vietnam - which is cheaper

When it comes to housing prices, in order to choose a more economical option, it is important to consider how long you plan to stay in the country. If your vacation lasts no more than 2-3 weeks, accommodation in Vietnam will be cheaper, and the conditions in the room will be approximately the same.

But if you are going to stay at the sea for more than a month, the price will be about the same. It may even be that Thailand will cost you less due to the fact that the Vietnamese are not yet accustomed to renting out housing for a long time, which is why there is practically no competition here.

Cost of goods and services

In each country, the price of food, massage services, movement around the city for public transport, motorbike rental is about the same. Alcohol is an exception; Vietnamese winemakers have it much cheaper than in Thailand.

However, at the same time, the cost of products of global brands is approximately the same. Therefore, choosing which is much better - to Thailand or Vietnam, this criterion is not decisive.

What to see on vacation, sights of countries

Vietnam or Thailand, where is the best time to spend? If, besides beach holiday, if you want to walk around the resort and see its sights, it is difficult to give an unambiguous answer which country is better to choose.

It should be borne in mind that there have been no global wars in Thailand for many centuries, so here you can find sights related to antiquity. You can even get to the museum located directly open air such as Sukhothai or Ayutthaya.

But, despite the fact that the war of the last century in Vietnam destroyed a lot in the country, you can also find many interesting sights here. For example, in large cities there are palaces and other buildings related to European style, while in Thailand it will be simply impossible to see this. Therefore, you need to choose a country for a visit based on personal preferences.

Where better to go, visa regime comparison

If your vacation will last no more than two weeks, it doesn't matter which country you choose. In Thailand, you can stay without a visa for 30 days, and in Vietnam -15.

But if the period of your stay in another country will be more than a month, you must have an official permit for a long stay. In this regard, it is better to choose Vietnam, since the visa regime here is not only easier, but also cheaper. So, you can apply for a three-month visa, and after the expiration of the term, extend it for another six months, without leaving the country.