After a week in Hong Kong, it was time to challenge the backpacking living attitude I have to the test. I gave myself one week in Vietnam because obviously, work needs to be done at home and, who knows, maybe after a month in Asia I'll need some normal American living.
I could already tell by the ghetto-ness of the airport that I was in for an interesting adventure.
As I exchange some money to DONG and became an instant multi millionaire, my Asian math skills needed a little refresher. How is someone suppose to divide everything by 17 thousand??? At least they don't love coins like Hong Kong.
At first glimpse of the town, people seem friendly but curious, traffic was heavy and loud but normal for them, and the overall vibe was that people just like to chill. So I knew I could be right at home.
First stop, pho ba aka beef pho. Simple, medium size, super quick as usually, and ghetto fab, just the way I like it. Conclusion, that was some damn good pho. I could get use to this. Damage - 12,000 Dongers aka 75 cents. I love this place.
Second stop, Hoan Kiem Lake. People exercising, old folks stretching, kids fishing, and just enjoying the view. Quite relaxing and tranquil in one ear, but cars and bikes honking in the other. Great lake but interesting contrast. Nobody told me it was a pajama party. Hahaha. Gotta see it to believe it.
Heard there was a night market tonight. Might have to check that out. No other plans but being Dora the Explora. Funniest and super fun thing to do...crossing the street. I love it. I don't know why, but the rain has been following me everywhere in Asia. Wtf!
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