Travel
Attendees and speakers are responsible for arranging and paying for your own flights, travel insurance and transfers to and from the Sheraton Saigon Grand Opera Hotel, Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam.
Please note that speakers are entitled to one or two nights accommodation dependent on speaking time.
Vietnam Visa Requirements
All foreign nationals travelling to Vietnam require an E-Visa. Before your trip, make sure that your passport is up-to-date, has 6 months validity and that you have applied for your visa to Vietnam. You can apply for an E-Visa by clicking here via the official Vietnam Government website. Please allow 30 minutes to complete and pay for your e-visa which will cost approximately $38 AUD ($25USD).
Ensure you allow at least 14 days for processing time before your departure.
Flights
Travel Insurance
Travel insurance is not included within your Connect 2026 registration and if required, should be arranged at your own expense.
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Vaccinations
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention recommend that all travellers are up-to-date with their routine vaccinations including; measles, mumps, rubella, diphtheria, tetanus, pertussis (whooping cough), hepatitis B, polio, influenza and pneumococcal disease.
These vaccinations are given as part of the National Immunisation Program (NIP). For a full list please refer to the NIP schedule, available here. In some cases, you may need a booster or re-vaccination against a disease to ensure you still have immunity.
In addition, protection against hepatitis A and typhoid is advisable for most travellers to Vietnam. Vaccinations for hepatitis B, Japanese encephalitis or rabies may also be recommended depending on your itinerary and planned activities. Malaria is present in some parts of Vietnam, so see your doctor at least 4 weeks prior to your departure to ensure you're adequately protected.
More information can be found here: https://www.vaccinehub.com.au/travel/vietnam
Airport Transfers
The hotel can organise a hotel transfer from Tan Son Nhat International Airport to the hotel which is approximately 8km and takes 30-45 minutes by car.
Please email sheratonsaigon@sheraton.com
to make a booking.
Luxury Sedan for 2-3 pax
Luxury Van for 4-6 pax
VND 2,200,000 net per way
VND 3,200,000 net per way
Using Taxis
Using GRAB in Vietnam (similar to Uber), is the most convenient way to travel, offering safe, fixed-price transport via car or motorbike. We recommend that you download the GRAB app and register with your phone number, prior to departing Australia. You can pay in cash directly to the driver or connect your credit card. Please note a 4% fee may apply, more details can be found on the GRAB website.