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Mint
3 days ago
- Business
- Mint
Indian man flies to Vietnam, buys MacBook, takes a holiday, and still saves ₹36,500
An Indian man is going viral for pulling off a smart tech-buying hack: he bought a MacBook from Vietnam, saved money on the device, and turned the trip into an 11-day holiday, all for less than what the laptop would have cost in India. The user, who goes by @Shuict on Reddit, shared how a bit of planning helped him combine work, travel and savings in one go. 'If you're planning to buy a MacBook or iPhone worth ₹ 2 lakh+ in India, trust me, it's worth making a short trip to Vietnam,' he wrote. The MacBook model he wanted was priced around ₹ 1.85 lakh in India, even after bank offers. Instead, he booked the cheapest round-trip ticket to Hanoi, worked remotely from there, and bought the device from an authorised Apple reseller in Vietnam. Thanks to the country's lower pricing and VAT refund policy for tourists, he ended up paying only around ₹ 1.48 lakh for the same model-- a savings of nearly ₹ 36,500. He also advised others trying the same: 'Always ask: 'Do you provide VAT refund documents for the airport?' Some stores won't.' Even after accounting for the laptop, international flights, stay, food and sightseeing, the total cost of his trip came to about ₹ 2.8 lakh. But after receiving the VAT refund, the final expense was around ₹ 1.97 lakh. That means the entire Vietnam trip cost just ₹ 48,000-- less than what most domestic holidays cost.
Mint
3 days ago
- Business
- Mint
Indian man flies to Vietnam, buys MacBook, takes a holiday, and still saves ₹36,500
An Indian man is going viral for pulling off a smart tech-buying hack: he bought a MacBook from Vietnam, saved money on the device, and turned the trip into an 11-day holiday, all for less than what the laptop would have cost in India. The user, who goes by @Shuict on Reddit, shared how a bit of planning helped him combine work, travel and savings in one go. 'If you're planning to buy a MacBook or iPhone worth ₹ 2 lakh+ in India, trust me, it's worth making a short trip to Vietnam,' he wrote. The MacBook model he wanted was priced around ₹ 1.85 lakh in India, even after bank offers. Instead, he booked the cheapest round-trip ticket to Hanoi, worked remotely from there, and bought the device from an authorised Apple reseller in Vietnam. Thanks to the country's lower pricing and VAT refund policy for tourists, he ended up paying only around ₹ 1.48 lakh for the same model-- a savings of nearly ₹ 36,500. He also advised others trying the same: 'Always ask: 'Do you provide VAT refund documents for the airport?' Some stores won't.' Even after accounting for the laptop, international flights, stay, food and sightseeing, the total cost of his trip came to about ₹ 2.8 lakh. But after receiving the VAT refund, the final expense was around ₹ 1.97 lakh. That means the entire Vietnam trip cost just ₹ 48,000-- less than what most domestic holidays cost. His post, shared on July 30, has now gone viral, drawing praise for being both financially smart and travel-savvy. Several users commented saying they were considering trying something similar, while others were surprised to learn Apple products could be significantly cheaper in Vietnam.
Hindustan Times
5 days ago
- Business
- Hindustan Times
Indian man flies to Vietnam to buy MacBook, saves ₹36,500 and enjoys a vacation
An Indian man is being praised for his smart planning that helped him buy a MacBook at a lower price while enjoying an eleven-day holiday in Vietnam. A Redditor revealed how he pulled off a Vietnam trip for just ₹ 48,000.(Pexels/Representational Image) The user (@Shuict) shared his story online, explaining how a simple idea turned into a clever way to save money and take a break. 'If you're planning to buy a MacBook or iPhone worth ₹2 lakh+ in India, trust me, it's worth making a short trip to Vietnam,' the caption of the post reads. In his post, he mentions that he booked the cheapest round-trip flight ticket and headed to Hanoi, where he worked remotely and also enjoyed exploring the city. The cost breakdown: One of the smartest parts of his plan was taking advantage of Vietnam's lower Apple prices and tourist-friendly VAT refund system. 'Always ask: 'Do you provide VAT refund documents for the airport?' Some stores won't,' he adds. In India, the MacBook he wanted would have cost around ₹1,85,000, even with card offers. But by purchasing it in Vietnam from a store that issued the right VAT documents and claiming the refund at the airport, he managed to get the same model for about 1,48,000. That alone saved him ₹36,500, roughly the price of his flight. What makes the story even more impressive is the overall cost. After including the MacBook, flights, stay, food, and activities, the entire trip came to about ₹2,80,000. Once the VAT refund was processed, his total spend dropped to approximately ₹1,97,000. After removing the cost of the MacBook, the Vietnam trip came to just ₹48,000 all in. Also Read: Mystery woman found dead in Brazil bus with 26 iPhones glued to her body Check out the post here: Screengrab of the Reddit post.(@Shuict/Reddit) The viral post was shared on July 30, 2025, and has sparked mixed reactions online. Many Reddit users praised the clever budgeting and planning, calling it a 'Crazy genius travel hack'. Some were surprised that the savings covered nearly the entire trip, while others shared similar experiences of buying expensive devices abroad.
