Foreigners in Vietnam Call for Stricter Rules on Disrespectful Tourists

Foreign residents in Vietnam are voicing strong support for authorities to screen and prevent tourists who exhibit disrespectful or illegal behavior. Following an article by Ray Kuschert, an Australian who has lived in Vietnam for over a decade, numerous readers have shared their opinions, backing measures to curb offensive conduct.

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No country has to accept guests who cause trouble.

Many commenters stressed that tourists are guests and must adhere to the laws, culture, and people of the host nation. "No country has to accept guests who cause trouble," commented Carl A. Bennett, echoing the sentiment of Maitin Rhode, who stated tourists "are guests" and should "behave like guests."

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I always try to respect their people, language, and culture, and show goodwill to make friends. That is always well received.

George Noyes, who has traveled to approximately 40 countries, shared his approach: "I always try to respect their people, language, and culture, and show goodwill to make friends. That is always well received." This perspective was echoed by Ian Henry, who advised, "We are guests here, follow the rules. Respect everyone and everything will be fine."

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We are guests here, follow the rules. Respect everyone and everything will be fine.

While acknowledging that disrespectful tourists represent a small fraction of the millions visiting Vietnam annually, readers like Jani Dalenga and Grant Wilson believe stricter oversight is necessary. They emphasize that these individuals do not represent all foreigners, but their actions warrant attention to maintain the country's welcoming environment.

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I have been to Vietnam eight times and each time I visit, I respect the people and the culture. People need to remember that when you are in another country, you are a guest. Would you trash a friend's house when you visit? Politeness and courtesy will bring a lot of good things in life, in my opinion.