Watch This BEFORE Visiting Hoi An, Vietnam 🇻🇳 (Vietnam Travel Vlog)

[@WheresWes]

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[@dannynguyen6877]

how the heck anyone can enjoy this video. You provided no information about the city, you're not there long enough, I rather watch paint drying.

[@annadang8520]

​@@dannynguyen6877 agreed

[@mikehunt-zx8tr]

It’s so refreshing to have a different point of view. I don’t agree with everything but I’m not a sheep who will listen to one guy online like all the haters on here seem to think ppl do. For every 10 videos that are an advertisement it’s nice to see one talking about negatives. Keep it up don’t listen to these sensitive ppl in the comments

[@MsMoinet]

I went last September and felt the same, vendors made me crazy, from 16PM buses full of tourists arrive in town and madness starts, Disneyland situation, cannot walk, we went back to the hotel quickly

[@dannynguyen6877]

Watch this before come to Hoi An? Let see, you visited the city for a few hours, you did no research on what the city has to offer, you did no research on the city history, and then to declare it's overated. Dont do an informative video if you dint have any information. Just saying.

[@kondiminoi4333]

I agreed. This video kind of ruin my view of Hoi A because of his negative critiques. It’s just not for him. But other do enjoy it. I don’t know why I even came across this video anyway. SMH.

[@litavee4549]

agree. the main tourist area isn't only just hoi an. so many lovely restaurants out in the rice fields outside the main area. did you even explore and venture out? seems lacking to me....

[@thachnnguyen]

What's wrong with his views on Hoi An? A tourist trap instead of an authentic Vietnamese place? I appreciate these types of vids because it's not ass-kissing like most others. A few relatives of mine share almost the same feeling: there's not much there except the lights at night, and nobody wanted to spend more than a day there.

[@vynguyen-zm5uk]

​@@thachnnguyen If an old town is not authentic, then what is?

[@Namratiug]

Another arrogant Yankee doodle that should go back home and crawl under rock.

[@thumtlnguyen3626]

Hoi An is not overrated it just doesn't suit your taste.

[@ngothuat2045]

I saw a long-time English teacher in Chiang Mai comment that Thailand core value 8, service 8. Vietnam core value 10, service 5. Many international tourists will be surprised by the beauty of Hoi An, Ninh Binh, Hagiang loop but yes, Vietnam still has many limitations. Thailand has 500 years of peace, while Vietnam had many wars until 1979, embargo until 1995. Vietnam has not had much time and finance to develop tourism. If I remember correctly: Thailand has made a lot of profit when leasing the airport to the US to bomb Vietnam (more than the total number of bombs in World War II).

[@DreiDobo]

Awesome vid man, never been to Vietnam yet, I usually stay in the Philippines and Thailand when I go home to SEA, but watching your vids make me wanna visit too

[@angec6682]

What is the point of this video if you didn’t show what it’s like at night???😩

[@ThePostmillennial]

Bro goes to Hoian and doesn’t experience it after dark 🤣🤣🤣 rookie

[@skyhawk2311]

Was in Hoi An back in September and my experience was a different one. I didn’t find the vendors to be overly aggressive (Cartagena, Colombia vendors are aggressive). I simply never broke stride and simply said “Thank you”, and kept walking. Didn’t find many that actually came up to me. There’s not a lot of stuff to do there. That part is true. That part where you were in is definitely a lot of tourists and all of the temples do charge. That area that you were in...where all the clothing vendors and other vendors is not all of Hoi An. Once you leave that area, you get a lot more of the authentic Vietnamese feel. The nightlife in Hoi An is nice, but it’s not a “party” place. It’s a cool, laid back vibe...where not a lot of people bother you. I personally liked Hoi An. Got some clothes made there and will definitely return.

[@mrc6182]

I've been in Vietnam, including Ha Long Bay, Hanoi, Ho Chi Minh City, and Hoi An, three times since April, 2022. I share your impression of Hoi An, but, also ... you think Hoi An's "touristy?" Head to Phu Quoc - an area that appears to have been completely designed and manufactured ONLY for tourists. I'm aware the Vietnamese Government is curious as to why people come to visit once, but, unlike other countries in S.E. Asia, they never return. One thing is what you're experiencing, but also, in the larger cities, LOTS of noise, traffic, and pollution levels that place air quality among the worst in the world (Hanoi especially!) However, even in quieter places like Hoi An, I'm struck by an attitude I'm perceived only as a "mark." Your only function in that area is to be taken advantage of by locals. Recently there was a story of a Vietnamese street vendor charging a tourist the equivalent of $50 USD for two melons. Vietnam is simply killing its tourism business.

[@SiqFix]

Yeah Hoi An is like a 1 day and 1 night and the rest in Da Nang

[@PamelaSullivan-wc7yo]

Currently in Hoi An and loving it. Yes, lots of shopping and vendors can be a little pushy but we don’t find it bad. Love the quaintness of all the lanterns at night. Too busy and touristy mid day. Much fewer tourists in the morning and evening when all the day trippers aren’t there.

[@mrnarason]

Hoi an at night is a lot cooler, night market and lighting floating lanterns on the river while on a boat.

[@driftwoodpictures]

what time of year were you there? :)

[@zixuan77]

Obviously if there are no locals in the old town then there must be places where they hang out, but you didn’t bothered to do your research. Just less than 5 mins away from the old town is tiger market. Buzzing with locals and tons of road side hawkers and stalls. Had the best salt coffee from an unassuming push cart. So don’t complain because you are ignorant

[@charlesmassaquoi6717]

How was Poland ?

[@thongtech1984]

“Maybe I am wrong” correct, you are absolutely wrong

[@BlackExpatMom]

Thanks for sharing your true thoughts!

[@meimoran5223]

Ugh. 🙄 about Ba Na Hills, apparently it didn’t cross your mind that maaaayybe it was geared towards the locals who want to see “something like Europe” and it’s the closest thing they can get to enjoy coz not every local can afford to go to Europe. I understand that YOU didn’t want to see European-copied sites in Vietnam, but then if you did your research you would’ve known it wasn’t for you. It wasn’t intended for YOUR kind of traveler. But not every site in a country is geared towards foreigners, some are for locals’ enjoyment.

[@WheresWes]

when I went it was like 70-80% foreigners. Some westerners but a ton of Chinese/Korean tours

[@dannynguyen6877]

so there you go, its geared towards Asuans that cant afford to take a real trip to Europe.

[@Cytan-zt3vi]

Not Vietnamese so Im not offended by the shade. As a non-local, I appreciate an honest perspective. Have heard good things about Hoi An though from other tourists so I'd probably still visit Hoi An at some point. But definitely appreciate different perspectives about the place.

[@dannynguyen6877]

What perspective? This guy stop by this city for a few hours, and then give his oppinion, really?

[@JC-lu4se]

Use your imagination. Hire a bike, cycle the rice paddies, go to the beach and swim. Get out of the tourist ghetto. Learn how to travel.

[@mrmagic3331]

lol that sounds like stuff tourists do

[@patriciaflaherty]

I think a very touristy place can be a great spot to start exploring a country you've never been to before. There are more English speakers, which is nice if you need help. It looks like a beautiful city. Often the tour guides are a great source of information on where to go next to get a more authentic Vietnamese experience 😊.

[@jejudo3000]

Gotta start pumping out Poland vids Wes 🇵🇱

[@WheresWes]

They're coming bro, gotta release the southeast content first

[@BlahblahblahblahblahblahblahFU]

The point of vaccination is for people’s interest. I wouldn’t suggest this for an active “family” vacation… I’d go there for the chill, relax, educational and shopping vacation! Know what you want to do, before you down grade a place! That place WAS NOY FOR YOU!! BUT 100% for me and my daughter (adult)!

[@trex18369]

Very true felt Thai people were more friendly than Vietnamese people.. I have been Thailand four times and would love to go again, but I wouldn’t say the same thing for Vietnam…

[@EmanuelHook]

This man fishing crocodiles in Vietnam, you should try!

[@archietravers5697]

First time in Hoi An 2002, no coast road, no sealed roads and no bridges across the river. It's a tourist town that leans heavily on its heritage. By the way, the lantern tradition is BS. But going back to Da Nang in May and looking forward to seeing Hoi An.

[@luigiperez2025]

Said by whom?

[@ThePostmillennial]

Bro messed up. Hoian has a COMPLETELY different vibe once dark. It’s like another world compared to the same place in daylight. Have to experience it to understand.

[@huyentran-pp1rs]

Thailand suits you better man. Pattaya is best I guess, ALOT of "things" to do. I am sure any places in Việt Nam is overrated for you. Thanks for your review!

[@tim1traitimaccount269]

Like many places, the best places are where the locals go. Need to find locals

[@getsurasengan]

I appreciate the honest reviews but gotta say, I'm getting a little disappointed. I'm visiting Vietnam next month and I've been watching your videos and I feel like we have a similar outlook of what kind of things we want to experience and see but so far other than Da Nang I'm not getting great authentic vibes. Looking forward to seeing places you truly enjoy!

[@garretthohn]

Don't get discouraged. Different strokes for different folks. For what it's worth, Hoi An is one of our favorite places on earth. Stay outside of city center near a rice paddy and be equal distances to old town and the beach. Save money, sleep well at night and enjoy the delicious local cuisine!

[@unknownninja4430]

Like a Vietnamese version of varadero

[@Cyclotreker]

Arn’t you a foreigner?? You came with negative attitude. But you are fortunate to be able to travel and have money at a young age … your rating doesn’t match your words.

[@thebebsofficial452]

Thanks for this man

[@KaiRollman]

Da nang looks the coolest, followed by ho chi min city,

[@WheresWes]

I think Hanoi may be better than Saigon

[@KaiRollman]

@@WheresWes interesting. From what I have seen Hanoi doesn’t look too appealing to me and lots of honking bikes and lots of congestion but I can’t knock it till I try it.

[@rizamismail5921]

Probably Bangla Road in Phuket is more suitable for him where he can find many pubs and clubbing, lady boys, live band entertainment and caberat shows.

[@oldrabbit2121]

somewhat funny when a foreigner complains about other foreigners in a foreign country....🤔😉🤔

[@leodeleo18]

You’re clearly a city person so just go visit cities. To me Danang is another boring city but u seem to wow it 🤷

[@kassimo2169]

Weren't you in Europe? Now the name "Where's Wes?" makes alot of sense 😂

[@WheresWes]

I'm still in Europe

[@kondiminoi4333]

I think you went with a negative thought and view so it becomes like that. Approach it with open mind and you shall enjoyed at least somewhat. Maybe you just have different taste or expectations.

[@eattaylove]

Hoi An is wonderful, your video isn't. Do better.

[@R58-n8n]

Hoi An is a tourist city. It’s all about making money.

[@Madaboutthailand]

The click bate worked for your shit short video, you can't express an opinion on somewhere you visit for a 30 min afternoon stroll, you should get yourself a boyfriend or girlfriend and go back at night time.

[@MinhNguyen-ff6xf]

If you were disappointed with Hoi An, then you would be bored of all historic towns in the world including those in the States (Mackinac Island, Galena, Portsmouth, Newport, Saint Augustine, Jim Thorpe…)

[@anjinsan3953]

Hoi An is definitely not overrated, open your eyes! 😂

[@Henrythefather]

Love your content brother 👌🫡

[@damalsvor100jahren-fc5iv]

@whereswes ...beeing a tourist and complaining about tourism :) hahahahaha

[@anthonytiramani-ct3tt]

What is there to do here in Hoi An ? Lmao Boy.. just stay home and play your PC games.. seriously

[@marcosrodes2897]

Man, I saw this Hoi An video, and I felt tele-transported to one of these super-touristy places in the Meditarranean. For sure Hoi An might be beautiful building-wise, but I hate the superficial and touristiy atmosphere, and that you see more foreigners/tourists rather than locals. I like to feel the authenticity of places, like you do when you go to non-touristy places of Latin America.

[@WheresWes]

I had the same feeling when I went to Santorini. Super overrated

[@damalsvor100jahren-fc5iv]

hahahah , and then 7/10 ....great one , its quite funny....7 is quite good I would say. if the scale is 1-10 ..hahahah, you are really funny, a waste of time for me , as Hoi An for you , but at least its funny

[@ThePostmillennial]

All of Vietnam is a tourist trap bruh. Slow down and take a chill pill.

[@hvtc3]

Different people with different mindset. who cares

[@curtisfields2702]

Delat is much better.

[@abdeldorado]

leave vietnam and go visit Santorini in August, that´s where your kind belongs.

[@DecathlonG-BTXX]

im bike packing from hanoi to Can tho and hoi an is the most horrible expensive aggressive dissapointing town in vietnam😮😢

[@luisalbertoguanche5245]

Looks kind of like Pai? Wtf hahaha

[@gullsrus]

Wow so negative. Pointless review.

[@emalalala7085]

Its Disneyland for rich and ignorant people

[@DecathlonG-BTXX]

its a tourist trap. its crap i wished id watched your video before coming so expensive compaired to da nang ca phe sua in danang d15-18000 but in hai an 45000- 100.000. i cant wait to leave i feel like in in a theme park😮😢

[@eugene9723]

im first

[@blushihtzu]

Rage baiting