We made it to Saigon, aka Ho Chi Minh City. We spent a full day in Chau Doc, and absolutely loved it. It was a fairly small city, and the people were incredibly friendly. We could hardly bike 2 blocks without a half dozen hellos. Our day there was filled with hiking up Sam Mountain with thousands of Vietnamese pilgrims. It is a religious mountain, but almost takes on a festival or I dare say, even a carnival atmosphere. At the top of the mountain, we caught a great look at the Mekong Delta, and could even see Cambodia.
Of course the food is great, and we are enjoying trying new dishes. Today it was waffles stuffed with rice, coconut, black-eyed beans and mung beans. Rather tasty, but not something we'll choose to eat all the time.
Today we took the bus to HCMC, and what a ride. Thankfully the roads are 100% better than Cambodia, but they compensate for it by cramming as many people as humanly (or inhumanly) possible onto the bus. At top count there were 34 people "seated" on the 20 seater bus. And of course, no A/C. I never thought I would say this, but A/C is something we now seek out, even if its for 30 mins while we stock up on water and fruit.
HCMC is a huge, noisy, traffic ridden city. We managed to navigate the public buses to the right area of town, and then walked to the area we wanted to stay in, with very little trouble. We're becoming quite proficient in finding places, and usually with only one try.
The beach is calling, and tomorrow we are headed to Nha Trang. We're hoping to add one more mode of transportation to our list (the famous Unification Train), but it seems to be quite over priced. We are both looking forward to relaxing on the beach and taking it slow for a few days.
Miss you all!
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Thanks for the great updates.
My favorite story so far is the account of the Khner people and how they have dealt with their tragic past and remain so optimistic. A great example for all of us.
We are so glad you are having a good time...Dad A
Hey Ang & Kelly
We (the Rosetown church) had a work bee today and Maxine and Ashley are staying with us tonight. We found out from them that you had a blog, so decided to see what you wrote today. It sounds like you are having quite a bit TOO much fun....but go ahead (as if we can do anything about it!) Keep us up to date and tell us how you enjoyed church in HCMC. Love Uncle Vern and Ashley
Hi Ang & Kelly...Really enjoying the blow-by-blow of your trip, and glad you are young and adventurous so I can read about it and still be cool and comfortable! We miss you! Sounds like you are squeezing every last drop of adventure from this, and it's certainly the trip of a lifetime. Take care of yourselves & continue to have a fabulous time.
"Bass Gitar Moma"
I mangaged to find a computer in our hotel in Osoyoos, so thought I'd update. We've had awesome hot weather and no wind. Temps up to 37 when we arrived here. Saw snow in the mountains tho. Today is cooler and cloudy, rain in the forcast, heading to Van. Keep up the fun. Love you lots.
Motorcycle mama
Hey Guys,
Glad to hear you're having such a good time. Enjoy your relaxation time at the beach! We're thinking of you both every day!
Love Kara and Greg
Hey... Sounds like a great trip! I really can't wait to see pictures. I just saw Miss Saigon put on by the highschool kids in Cranbrook, a little borderline but extremely well done. Interesting place you are at.
Love,
Stephanie
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