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Saturday, 27 Sep 2014 | Views [270]
No big deal, just a $100,000 cup of coffee.
We be living large in Vietnam.
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Saturday, 27 Sep 2014 | Views [262]
Couldn't resist...
First McDonalds we've seen in Vietnam.
Interestingly, a Big Mac meal is about $3 cheaper than in Canada.
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Saturday, 27 Sep 2014 | Views [317]
We've got to catch the bus at 6am tomorrow, so tonight it's hostel time.
There's actually a guy sleeping in here, but he said exactly 0 words when he woke up around 4pm, and didn't actually return before we left the next day.
Incidently, the two ... Read more >
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Saturday, 27 Sep 2014 | Views [279]
Market in Ho Chi Minh.
Here you can find delicious food cooked fresh in front of you, in addition to fruit, meats, seafood, and pretty much anything else you could need.
Just beware of pickpockets, as it's very crowded and people regularly bump ... Read more >
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Friday, 26 Sep 2014 | Views [268]
Taking the ferry to Cat Ba island.
This provides an even better view of Ha Long bay, as the ferry goes right through the heart of the islands, providing a stunning view of the monolithic cliffs surrounding you.
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Friday, 26 Sep 2014 | Views [256]
So according to certain readers, I've been a bit negligent in updating my posts.
To them I say "look at Captain Travis".
Also, it's off to Hai Phong today.
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Thursday, 25 Sep 2014 | Views [245]
After a long day, Ha appears to be enjoying our downtime.
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Thursday, 25 Sep 2014 | Views [280]
Ha Long bay.
Much like the Grand Canyon, it's a sight that pictures cannot do justice.
For the low price of $45 USD, you get an air conditioned coach ride from Hanoi to Ha Long, an experienced English speaking tour guide, boat ride ... Read more >
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Thursday, 25 Sep 2014 | Views [272]
On the way to Ha Long bay, there's a quick break at a production facility where anything from large marble sculptures to artwork, to clothing is made and sold, ready to be purchased and shipped anywhere around the world.
Maybe I could fit one ... Read more >
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Thursday, 25 Sep 2014 | Views [311]
Last day in Hanoi!
Goodbyes to Bella, without her we wouldn't have had nearly as enjoyable of a visit.
The hotel may only be 3 stars, but the service she provided was beyond a 5 star experience.
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Wednesday, 24 Sep 2014 | Views [260]
Doner kebap.
That's not a typo.
They serve one thing and one thing only.
Donairs made with fresh ingredients, just sit, eat and watch the locals pull up on their scooters and get donairs to go, a process that takes less than 2 mins.... Read more >
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Wednesday, 24 Sep 2014 | Views [247]
Finally managed to find a cup of coffee that Travis actually likes. It only took a trip around the world to find it.
Cafe Sua da.
Vietnamese iced coffee that is best served from a tiny shop like this.
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Tuesday, 23 Sep 2014 | Views [239]
When visiting north Vietnam, phõ is the dish of choice.
$1.83 will get you a delicious bowl of phõ with beef.
Space is limited, but turnover is incredibly fast and well worth the 5 min wait.
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Tuesday, 23 Sep 2014 | Views [236]
Just an ordinary day in Vietnam.
The keys to crossing the streets:
1. Avoid crossing in front of cars or trucks. You won't win.
2. Maintain a steady constant pace.
3. Pick a point on the opposite side of the street and head ... Read more >
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Tuesday, 23 Sep 2014 | Views [218]
The view from our balcony at the Hanoi paradise hotel.
The experience begins with Bella, a wonderful woman who greeted us with fresh juice and scented towels.
She then proceeded to provide us with detailed directions and suggestions ... Read more >
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Monday, 22 Sep 2014 | Views [239]
Drinking with the men in the family is a Vietnamese tradition that involves a lot of food and non-stop beer.
Good thing we're accountants.
They had no idea who they were dealing with.
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Monday, 22 Sep 2014 | Views [219]
1st of 3 dinner meals...but it's too good to resist.
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Monday, 22 Sep 2014 | Views [241]
Fresh sugar cane juice is like drinking dreams floating on a cloud of angelic harp music.
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Monday, 22 Sep 2014 | Views [211]
Well, no one brought cards, so we had to improvise.
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Monday, 22 Sep 2014 | Views [256]
Gotta say, the chicks in Vietnam are stacked...
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