A Common Site

The women are always seen walking around with a bamboo pole and two baskets, selling their goods. Don't forget the pointy hats!

Am I backpacking or on a luxury holiday? I seem to have forgotten...

February 15th 2007
DANGER! DANGER! Those on a tight budget should not go to Hoi An! Especially those that might be tempted with tailor made clothing... I took the forbidden fruit in a big way, spending about $200 USD on new custom made clothes. Who says you don't need a wool coat and party dress when backpacking in Vietnam? Among many other things... I had to break the code of conduct with backpackers, and ac ... read more

Asia » Vietnam » South Central Coast » Quảng Nam » Hoi An

The conquest of Vietnam by France began in 1858 and was completed by 1884. It became part of French Indochina in 1887. Independence was declared after World War II, but the French continued to rule until 1954 when they were defeated by Communist forc... ... read more

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