- [ ] 05/20 Today was am amazing day. As my last full day in Vietnam, we mpventured the day with more of a group style. Waking early, the group traveled to Saigon brewery, Sabeco. This brewery was created and designed by Royal haskinings, the business we visited the day before. I honestly would not mind working for this company. However, I probably would not want to be … [Read more...] about Last two days.
Today, some of the Vietnamese students took a few of us around town. I was lucky enough to be one of the individuals to get to go. On the bike ride, we visited two Buddhist temples. I was extremely excited. These temples did not disappoint. While inside, I saw followers lighting incense to honor and meditate Buddha and other gods. It was quite serene. I felt at … [Read more...] about Buddhist Temple
Tonight for dinner I had pho. We asked the concierge where to go that was close; and he suggested a local place. So I had a local brisket pho. It was delicious! We also visited the Vietnam war museum. It was super interesting, but somewhat made me ashamed that I am an American during that time. What I realized is that the United States and Vietnam both did not want to be at war … [Read more...] about Pho
Before traveling to Vietnam, I had a friend that told me their favorite food is rambutan. So, today, when we went to the buffet for lunch, after visiting STU, I tried some for the first time. and, I have to say, it was absolutely delicious. Alex was saying that in the US, he bought one for $2.00 a piece. Here, at market, you can get 1k for less than two dollars. It is crazy to … [Read more...] about Rambutan
05/14/16 / 5/15/16. Jet lag in LAX The PVNF presentation has been presented. We have traveled from Springfield to Dallas to LAX. As I sit in the LAX airport, waiting for the longest flight of my life, exhaustion overcomes me. I know that in a few extremely long hours, I will be able to sleep for an extended period of time, on e plane. A deep, possibly medicated sleep. I … [Read more...] about DimSum and flying.