The most recent trip of Minh Truong’s family (36 years old) was to Sa Pa, Y Ty (Lao Cai) on December 3-5.
For this trip, he and his wife had to prepare carefully, bring more blankets, and buy more firewood from locals to light a fire within a 5-meter radius to keep warm.
Many people may find it strange, but this is his family’s regular trip every week.
Mr. Truong shared that in the past, his family also traveled simply, mainly driving to coastal areas, staying at hotels and homestays.
More than a year ago, he installed a roof tent on the car that can be opened to rest when stopped.
The vehicle has a rechargeable battery system for lighting, fans (in summer), an electric stove and a 50-liter water tank for washing feet and hands.
Mr. Truong said that having a private `mobile home` helps his family save on room rental costs, in addition to ensuring privacy and safety during Covid-19.
Ms. Dieu Thuy, Mr. Truong’s wife, prepares 50% of the food for the entire trip such as meat and fish, the remaining spices and vegetables can be bought at the local market, which is also a way to learn about life and its features.
99% of family trips are together.
He shared that letting your children travel from a young age is also a way to train their independence, increase their adaptability and exploration.
Mr. Truong and his wife have been in the coffee business for 14 years and thanks to their passion for traveling, they opened a camping equipment system, building the Vietnam Camping Association community with more than 11,000 members.
`I am always grateful and feel lucky to have my children by my side, accompanying me from childhood to adulthood,` Mr. Truong said, adding that family trips are always a strong bond that binds the members together.
VnExpress coordinated with the Tourism Advisory Board (TAB) and the Private Economic Development Research Board (Division IV) to open a survey of the needs and trends of Vietnamese tourists after 2 years of the impact of Covid-19.