VIETNAM | Tuesday, 2 Nov 2010 | Views [1558]
My
stay in Hoi An certainly didn't start on the right foot because it
didn't start on my feet. The friendly hotel receptionist at Hue had
organised his 'friend' to pick us up and escort us to his $10 hotel
that had a pool. We were ... Read more >
Tags: on the road, shopping, touts
VIETNAM | Tuesday, 2 Nov 2010 | Views [1178]
Most
tourism involves some test of patience when confronted by conditions
or customs completely at odds with what is considered normal back
home. One's understanding and appreciation of the diversity of
humanity is broadened by approaching ... Read more >
Tags: philosophy, shopping, touts