#15-NORTH VIETNAM HOLIDAY

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October 3rd 2008

Published: October 3rd 2008

#15-NORTH VIETNAM HOLIDAY I left Korea 28th September 2008, for a quick holiday in North Vietnam before going home. I was unsure if I would be ready for it or not, since I knew it would be more intense than Korea. I also only planned to spend my ‘laid-back’ two weeks(?) around the north of Vietnam only. I would like to see the other areas further south during other future ‘winter vacations... Read Full Entry

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John Oroad

Epoch

FROM CHINA TO KOREA I have recently returned from two trips to China teaching English and I am about to start teaching again; this time in South Korea. I love travel, especially in Asia and by working there, feel I experience the country more than by just passing thru it. My previous travels before China were 15 months in North America and Europe in 1975-76 and many South East Asian countries in 1980-81 for another 9 months. After almost another quarter of a century living in Australia, I got the travel bug once again. This time I decided to do it slightly differently by working. I hear... full info

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Sapa - a big walk

we leave the H'mong people, but not before they sell us souvineers

Sapa - a big walk

the various tribes in the highlands came from China at different times over the centuries. they are all very likeavle and friendly

Sapa - a big walk

gifts of native grass animals from H'mong people

Sapa - a big walk

now another hill tribe people take over walking with us. the Dzao women shave the the front of their heads

Sapa - a big walk

lunch with travelling companions from Ireland and America

Sapa - a big walk

water buffalo

Sapa - a big walk

water buffalo, H'mong, Irish and Dzao

Sapa - a big walk

Chicens roosting in ashes next to trail

Sapa - a big walk

rocks in rice field

Sapa - a big walk

a girl who walked with us (in yellow, in centre of picture) is sprung by her teacher as we walk past the school for being AWOL

Sapa - a big walk

another village

Sapa - a big walk

near the end of walk and a big storm rolls in

Sapa - a big walk

we get on bus just as rain starts. altogether, a great day with great company- another highlight in my journies

3rd October 2008

Sue Treadie
Susan Storr

This brings back great memories!
Hi John! Wonderful photos and such great memories it brought back for me although my trip was 10yrs ago. Seems you did such a lot in just 2 weeks! Also noticed you've rid yourself of your "scary" beard! Are you back in Oz now? I'm still on the move. Currently in Zorneding in Southern Germany visiting old travel buddies. See you when I get back home! ie if you're still there!

4th October 2008

Epoch
John Oroad

Hi,
Yes, back home and 'updating my home'. I am still taking a while to settle back into the routine of Oz. I shaved off beard in Korea, because everyone said i would look younger. The next day, went to buy movie ticket and they asked me if i was over 65 annd did I want a pensioner discount!!- so much for that....Good luck with future travels. I am happy for a short break.

16th October 2008

Bigbrother
Lee DaeHyung

This is Big Brother!
You are really FREE Man! Good Speed to your life.

26th October 2008

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John Nanchang China
Hi John. Great set of pictures.

11th November 2008

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John Nanchang China
John, please tell me you have grown your beard back? You just wouldn't be Tall John without the beard mate.

12th November 2008

Epoch
John Oroad

It's back!
Yes, the beard is back! It grew back slower but whiter.-John

16th November 2008

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Santa
Hey, Christmas is just around the corner - job in it for you, white beard and all.

10th May 2010

Jake of Tourism
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Your Tours
Fascinating John. I have never bothered with some of these new methods, and putting your experiences up for all to see is a splendid idea. Well done Cheers Jake See you Friday

29th May 2010

Epoch
John Oroad

Thanks
Yes, all tombs are not named correctly. I go a bit slack; too many captions of too many photos. maybe one day i will fix it up. Good luck on your third visit; well worth it!

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