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When to Go: Jan.–March, Nov.–Dec. Getting There: Most itineraries start in Hanoi or Ho Chi Minh City. Fly into Noi Bai International Airport (HAN) or Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN), respectively. Visa: Required. Vaccines/Medicine: Hepatitis A and B and typhoid, plus antimalarials in some rural destinations. Visit cdc.gov/travel for more.