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A scenic view of Turtle Tower on Hoan Kiem Lake surrounded by lush greenery in Hanoi, Vietnam.
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Tet Gift Culture: Li Xi, Lucky Money, and Family Visit Etiquette

If you're in Vietnam for Tet, you'll almost certainly be handed a red envelope — or expected to give one. Here's how the tradition actually works.

Jun 27, 20265 min readall
Young boy joyfully receives lucky money envelope during Lunar New Year celebration outdoors.
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Vietnam Gift Culture: Red Envelopes, Lucky Money & Birthday Etiquette

Understanding "li xi", birthday cakes, and the unwritten rules of gift-giving in Vietnam—from Tet bonuses to wedding contributions.

May 10, 20265 min readall
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