Every Day is a Weekend my Friend
N: Well Saigon was definitely interesting to say the least, 6 million people and they all seem to be on the roads driving towards us at one time. We managed to cross the road for the first time...wait for it, two old ladies took pity on us and helped us across the road...they would have been 60 in the shade..ha ha! After our initiation we were professionals and were helping other tourists navigate the madness. We did a great walking tour of the city and I took us on some designated detours...I was not lost :)
L: There is a real French influence in Saigon, they ruled Vietnam for many years and really left their mark in regards to architecture, food and gardens. The War Museum was very sobering, they pull no punches in this place and really leave you wondering about the dark side of human beings. On a lighter note, the markets were fantastic, but some will be shocked to hear that I STILL havent bought a thing. Last night we skipped the motorbike idea and took cyclos for a wee tour, was heaps of fun and just a fantastic feeling being here. This morning Nat and I sought out a Blind Institute, these people make their living giving massages. So, we signed up for another very interesting experience! Hardly The Dome Retreat (Brisbane marriotts AWARD winning day spa, voted top 10 urban spas in the world - stick it Sydney) Yes, I work in Sales. But for $2US was wonderful and our ladies were lovely (and somewhat cruel as well) So,we are now in one of the most beautiful place I have been, Hoi An. THIS is what my shopping dollars have been waiting for, I tell you, I was FROTHING at the mouth as we came into town. This village on the water is a shoppers paradise - shoes, clothes, bags and nik naks - all for me! Better check my card balance before I go nuts and order the small freighter to take it back!!!!
N: "Just money? No bomb?" was the question I was asked with a smile as we were going through security at Saigon airport...um cough..but the guard must have seen the shock on my face and gave me a little slap on the back. We got the dogiest cab EVER from Danang, I think this guy had serious issues - of the mental variety and was looking at bikes like they were target practice, at one stage I think he was looking at a student on a bike as 50 points if he knocked them off. We finally arrived in one piece - just, to the most charming hotel ever, Michael Cain used two rooms as dressing rooms when filming The Quiet American, the place is AWESOME! Sorry for all of you sitting at your desks, but I will have photos...of course. Have not had a chance to shop, but had a wonderful dinner at a place over the river. On this issue of shopping...shoes, shoes, shoes...not in neon, just in my wildest dreams! You should see this place, Lauren is not the only one foaming at the chomps, I am salivating...Hey Suncorp, can I have an advance on the next couple of months pay?? We are going to head out for an early brekkie. Can't shop on an empty stomach now can we..Maybe a little latte sipping (Oh so Sydney) of the ice variety, which might I say is made with sweetend condenced milk...giddy up! Try it...
L: I fogot to mention THE LAMPS! Love the lamps. The streets are lined with lanterns...may write a letter to old man campbell newman for some in Brissy, pretty sweet.
N: We find that the Vietnamese love to say "same same, only different" when they are comparing anything with another country...quite funny really as they always crack themselves up when saying it.
Off now, catch you tomorrow when we can display our shopping prowess...in a list style...maybe, if you are lucky...
L: There is a real French influence in Saigon, they ruled Vietnam for many years and really left their mark in regards to architecture, food and gardens. The War Museum was very sobering, they pull no punches in this place and really leave you wondering about the dark side of human beings. On a lighter note, the markets were fantastic, but some will be shocked to hear that I STILL havent bought a thing. Last night we skipped the motorbike idea and took cyclos for a wee tour, was heaps of fun and just a fantastic feeling being here. This morning Nat and I sought out a Blind Institute, these people make their living giving massages. So, we signed up for another very interesting experience! Hardly The Dome Retreat (Brisbane marriotts AWARD winning day spa, voted top 10 urban spas in the world - stick it Sydney) Yes, I work in Sales. But for $2US was wonderful and our ladies were lovely (and somewhat cruel as well) So,we are now in one of the most beautiful place I have been, Hoi An. THIS is what my shopping dollars have been waiting for, I tell you, I was FROTHING at the mouth as we came into town. This village on the water is a shoppers paradise - shoes, clothes, bags and nik naks - all for me! Better check my card balance before I go nuts and order the small freighter to take it back!!!!
N: "Just money? No bomb?" was the question I was asked with a smile as we were going through security at Saigon airport...um cough..but the guard must have seen the shock on my face and gave me a little slap on the back. We got the dogiest cab EVER from Danang, I think this guy had serious issues - of the mental variety and was looking at bikes like they were target practice, at one stage I think he was looking at a student on a bike as 50 points if he knocked them off. We finally arrived in one piece - just, to the most charming hotel ever, Michael Cain used two rooms as dressing rooms when filming The Quiet American, the place is AWESOME! Sorry for all of you sitting at your desks, but I will have photos...of course. Have not had a chance to shop, but had a wonderful dinner at a place over the river. On this issue of shopping...shoes, shoes, shoes...not in neon, just in my wildest dreams! You should see this place, Lauren is not the only one foaming at the chomps, I am salivating...Hey Suncorp, can I have an advance on the next couple of months pay?? We are going to head out for an early brekkie. Can't shop on an empty stomach now can we..Maybe a little latte sipping (Oh so Sydney) of the ice variety, which might I say is made with sweetend condenced milk...giddy up! Try it...
L: I fogot to mention THE LAMPS! Love the lamps. The streets are lined with lanterns...may write a letter to old man campbell newman for some in Brissy, pretty sweet.
N: We find that the Vietnamese love to say "same same, only different" when they are comparing anything with another country...quite funny really as they always crack themselves up when saying it.
Off now, catch you tomorrow when we can display our shopping prowess...in a list style...maybe, if you are lucky...
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