Inappropriate compliment Not very long time ago, all the Vietnamese would like to be fatter, and like to say "you are wider/fatter now" as a usual nice compliment to someone "long time no see". Nowadays, most Vietnamese don't like to be fat but many still have the habit of saying that old and inappropriate comment. I feel sorry that the young girl might have confused or disappointed you.
Have a good time in Vietnam!
Paul
That explains it! Hey Paul-thank you so much for the explanation. I didn't get upset-I thought it was funny. Although, she did put a lot less sugar in my fruit drink than last year....
Thanks again for the helpful comment.
Suzie
Hotel in Dalat Hi there,
I would recommend Thien An-very clean, very organized, breakfast was good, and will lend bikes or rent motorbikes on premise, will also arrange tours. We had a huge room (really too big for us) for only 25$ per night-including breakfast. A little walk to town but the weather is so lovely you won't mind! The Hangout Cafe is good for beers and free pool table, and Tu Anh's Peace Cafe a few doors down has good food and good prices. Enjoy!
hotel in dalat Hi there, i'm going to Vietnam in a month's time and looking for a nice affordable quiet hotel/guest house in Dalat. Would you recommend Thien An?
thanks Betty! Good to hear from you. I am happy you are enjoying the travel blog-it is really fun to write and a good way to revisit it later. We will be posting pictures in a week-that will tie a lot of it together. We are going to Halong Bay tomorrow-our last "big thing" before heading home. I've never had a holiday this long and I gotta tell ya-I am LIKING it! But I miss my animals. Couldn't bring them though, they are dinner here. :)
You guys rock Hi Suzie and Steven-
Have been out of touch for a while since you left FB. I've missed you! As a reminder, I'm Karen's cousin from WIsconsin - Ocon'c to be exact. Suzie, I love what you did in this restaurant, sticking up for those children. It was just the right thing to do, and I am really impressed with your kindness, You both are good people! What a marvelous trip you are having. . . what great experiences. I cannot imagine it, but reading your report is the next bet thing to being there! Continue to enjoy, and be safe! Lots of love, Betty
Hoi An Thanks Heather. We are having trouble with pictures but would love to share about Hoi An. This is our second trip to Hoi An and it really is a wonderful place on the planet. We travel home later this week so I would be happy to write a piece for your blogspot. Or happy to answer any questions you might have.
Happy Travels,
Suzie
I really enjoyed your post about Hoi An. I hear great things about it but haven't yet been there myself. My blog is looking for travel reviews, photos, etc, to share. If you have the time, check it out at dirty-hippies.blogspot.com, or email me at dirtyhippiesblog@gmail.com. Continued fun on your travels!
Heather :)
Mr. and Ms Friendship It seems like you are making friends from all over the world. That is very interesting getting to know people from different countries. Go to different places.
I only get to explore them through books, the National Geographic Channel and perhaps the internet. And I am happy for both of because you have a chance to experience the whole thing.
Please keep sharing your amazing stories. I'll try to keep up because I know there will be more to come. Enjoy!
Paul Le
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Inappropriate compliment
Not very long time ago, all the Vietnamese would like to be fatter, and like to say "you are wider/fatter now" as a usual nice compliment to someone "long time no see". Nowadays, most Vietnamese don't like to be fat but many still have the habit of saying that old and inappropriate comment. I feel sorry that the young girl might have confused or disappointed you. Have a good time in Vietnam! Paul