One of the things I love about travel is how it expands your mind, your opinions, your preconceived ideas and notions about people, places and history. I always learn so much about where I am, where I’ve been, and also about me! But…sometimes it’s not all serious learning and discovery. Sometimes, travel in different countries […]
Vietnam
Kayaking, Karsts, Caves and Coves: Cat Ba Island
On to Cat Ba. Just a few hours south of Hanoi, this is one of the largest islands of the 367 Islands in the archipelago in Halong Bay. So you might remember I said that Ninh Binh was “like Halong Bay without water”. Well, this is Ninh Binh with water. 😘 Cat Ba Island is one […]
Hanoi – The Paris of the Orient
My journey continues ever northbound to Hanoi — and to meet up with meet Lynsey Seminary. She and I have worked together at Simpson for the past 4+ years and became great friends along the way. We began conspiring to leave our jobs and travel the world, and agreed to meet in Vietnam at some […]
Cave, Rice, Bike and Other Four-letter Words: Phong Nha and Ninh Binh
From the Imperial City of Hue, I headed a bit northwesterly to check out the infamous and awe inspiring caves at Phong Nha which everyone I’ve met along the way has been to or is on their way to see. Once again heeding Morgan and Kevin’s advice, I booked the Midtown Hostel in the town […]
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Danang and Hue – of Marble Mountains Majesty and a Purple Forbidden Palace
Sad to leave Hoi An, and sorry to part company with Alysha, but heading north to Danang. Danang (or Da Nang) is a modern metropolis on the coast and offers beaches and skyrises as well as an old city. According to ancient folklore, a dragon emerged from the waters of Non Nuoc and laid an […]
Hoi An – Ancient City of Lanterns in Vietnam
Hoi An – lanterns, charm and peaceful rivers. An ancient Japanese bridge. Tiled roofs in intricate layers. According to UNESCO’s website, “ Hoi An Ancient Town is an exceptionally well-preserved example of a South-East Asian trading port dating from the 15th to the 19th century. Its buildings and its street plan reflect the influences, both indigenous […]
Dalat – Weasel Poop, a Crazy House and Celebrating 2nd Place
From the crazy hustle and bustle of HCMC, I began working my way north through the country. Next stop, Dalat for 4 nights. A beautiful, small town at an altitude of 4900 feet, Dalat was once a summer escape for the French and was developed as a resort. Many of the old buildings remain and […]
Vi-et-Nam! 🇻🇳 Vi-et-Nam! 🇻🇳
NIght bus! From the sleepy beach town of Sihinoukville, Cambodia to The Big City — Ho Chi Minh City. Should be a 12 hour bus-ride aboard a comfy sleeper bus. Great way to get to the next spot while saving money on a hostel, since I could sleep on the bus. I was impressed with […]
