What do expats in Ho Chi Minh City appreciate most about the local culture?

We asked expats and digital nomads what they appreciate the most about the local culture in Ho Chi Minh City. They wrote...

"Expats in Ho Chi Minh City appreciate the city's vibrant culture, which is a mix of traditional Vietnamese and modern influences. They enjoy the city's bustling street life, with its vibrant markets, street food, and friendly locals. Expats also appreciate the city's rich history, with its many ancient temples, pagodas, and other cultural sites. Additionally, expats enjoy the city's diverse cuisine, which includes a variety of traditional Vietnamese dishes as well as international flavors. Finally, expats appreciate the city's welcoming atmosphere, which makes it easy to make friends and feel at home," remarked another expat in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam.

"Prices mate, prices! Taxi $3 from anywhere to anywhere, but people are so nice, everybody calls you sir and I was feeling embarrassed being sir all the time, food is magic and so cheap. Honestly we here in Perth don't have night clubs like those in HCMC," said a member in Ho Chi Minh, Vietnam.

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What do expats in Ho Chi Minh City appreciate most about the local culture?

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