Vietnam

Vietnam wasn’t on my radar until flights became cheap. I figured a week. That turned into one of my longest stays in Southeast Asia. Something about Vietnam gets under your skin. The chaos feels energizing. Hanoi introduced itself through motorbike symphonies and street food aromas. Crossing the street requires faith. You step into traffic and…

The Vietnam Guide Nobody Asked For (But Everyone Needs) Crossing streets in Hanoi should count as an extreme sport. First day, I stood on a corner for 15 minutes, waiting for a gap. There wasn’t one. Eventually I just walked slowly into traffic and somehow made it across. That’s Vietnam – chaotic and wonderful. Traveled…