Language Programs in Vietnam

For comprehensive language programs in Vietnam, the two bigger cities are your best bet. Hanoi, the country’s capital, is a city always on the move. An eclectic world full of swerving scooters, lively marketplaces, and the best darn phở you’ve ever had, Hanoi blends Vietnam’s exhausting history of occupation with a progressive vision of tomorrow.

Situated opposite of Hanoi, Ho Chi Minh City stands along the southern coast close to Cambodia. Formerly known as Saigon, Ho Chi Minh City is now the economic center of Vietnam, driving commerce and industry for the whole country. The only thing better than Ho Chi Minh City’s nightlife is the countless street vendors on every corner. You’ll find haunting war memorials juxtaposed by beaming skyscrapers that make one unique, urban home for all walks of life.     

Outside these two major cities, you’ll find fewer language programs, but greater opportunities for complete and utter language immersion. Don’t forget, you’re in Vietnam to learn a language after all, and there is no better way to learn a language than 24/7 exposure. Immersive language programs in Vietnam are typically cheaper and you will be less likely to rely on your native language, which means even more growth. Don’t worry, no matter where you take language courses in Vietnam, know that Netflix IS available throughout the country, phew (but we sure hope you won’t be using it, except to watch movies in Vietnamese!).