CultureShock! Vietnam will give you a good feel of the life and activities of the Vietnamese people and help you enjoy your stay in the country. • Insights into the people and their culture and traditions • Advice on adapting into the local environment• Essential information on the coutnry’s history, traditions, beliefs, etiquette, cusine and leisure activities• Suggestions on how to get the most out of the travel experience• Linguistic help and hints on how to learn the language and do business• A useful list of foreign words and phrases and a conprehensive resource guide• A glossary books for further reading and a list of interesting websites for additonal reference• Lively and humorous illustrations that capture the essence of the text

About the Book: Culture Shock! Vietnam aims to be the definitive account of the country for travellers or those relocating to the country. Based primarily on the author’s first-hand experience in Vietnam, the book leads the reader on a journey that covers every aspect of arrival, settling in, integrating with local culture, and grappling with a wholly foreign language and customs. The book doesn’t turn a blind eye to the country’s warts, and it’s also not tourist-minded propaganda. Culture Shock! Vietnam simply presents Vietnam and its challenges for what they are, and provides useful strategies for adapting.About the Series: CultureShock! is a comprehensive, dynamic and indispensable guide for travellers looking to truly understand the countries they are visiting, as well as expatriates settling into a new assignment in a foreign land. Each title explains the customs, traditions, social and business etiquette in a lively and informative style. CultureShock! Authors, all of whom have experienced the joys and pitfalls of cultural adaptation, provide warm and informative advice to those who seek to integrate seamlessly into diverse cultures. The books have a friendly and honest writing style and are full of personal experiences, practical advise and useful information