21 Apr 2022 | 03:24 PM UTC
Vietnam: Transport disruptions likely during holiday period April 30-May 3
Transport disruptions anticipated in Vietnam during holiday period April 30-May 3. Confirm travel reservations and appointments.
Event
Vietnam will observe two consecutive national holidays - Reunification Day and Labor Day - over a four-day period beginning April 30. Millions of people are expected to travel domestically during the holidays. Increased travel and heavy traffic associated with the holiday period are likely between at least April 30-May 3. Many domestic train and flight reservations for travel during the period have reportedly been fully booked.
Transport disruptions are anticipated, as the surge in travelers will likely strain rail, bus, and airline networks, causing increased congestion and possible delays at transport terminals. Expect increased demand for hotels and private car services in urban centers and rural tourist areas. Traffic disruptions on national and regional expressways are likely, especially as the holiday period begins and concludes. The most significant traffic disruptions will likely occur on highways linking major urban centers. Many businesses, along with nonessential government offices, will remain closed during the holiday period.
Advice
Consider minimizing unnecessary trips April 30-May 3. Reconfirm all rail, bus, and airline reservations. Airports and train stations will be particularly crowded; arrive much earlier than usual due to volume delays at check-in counters and security checkpoints. Confirm all business appointments during the holiday period and make allowances for the closure of nonessential government offices.