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Ho Chi Minh City, Part 2: The American War

Ho Chi Minh City, Part 2: The American War

Destinations, Personal, Thoughts about life in general, Vietnam, Vietnam
Published on January 25, 20164 Comments on Ho Chi Minh City, Part 2: The American War

After I made it past the door man with my iPad in my backpack, I set out to explore my new neighborhood. Eventually I found what I was looking for on Bui Vien street behind my hotel: a backpacker neighborhood. You know you’re in the right place when you see folks...

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Ho Chi Minh City, Part 1: The Crush

Ho Chi Minh City, Part 1: The Crush

Vietnam
Published on December 22, 20152 Comments on Ho Chi Minh City, Part 1: The Crush

The immigration window at Ho Chi Minh airport was staffed by silent Vietnamese officials with stiff posture and stern expressions. I held my breath when I showed the letter of invitation I’d bought online from a visa service to a man with machete-like cheekbones.

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