Apr 30, 2025Da Nang, Vietnam
Reunification Day in Da Nang - Journey's End
My last day in Vietnam on Reunification Day, meeting my fraternity brother Jared Peters who found his new life in Da Nang.
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Southeast Asia
Vietnam
A 4,000 km motorbike run through Ha Giang, Cao Bang, rice fields, caves, and coastal roads.
HanoiHo Chi Minh CityHa Long BayHoi An
Visited: March 2025 - April 2025
Stories
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Months
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Food
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Stories from Vietnam
Apr 29, 2025Hoi An, Vietnam
The Economics of Selling My Motorbike
A fascinating lesson in microeconomics and negotiation strategy while selling my motorbike in Hoi An's informal markets.
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Apr 28, 2025Hoi An, Vietnam
The Economics of Hoi An's Tailor Market
Exploring how hundreds of seemingly identical tailor shops can coexist with wildly different prices—a lesson in market dynamics.
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Apr 27, 2025Hoi An, Vietnam
Tea with a Stranger - The Hai Van Pass Journey
An unexpected encounter with Vietnamese kindness and the stunning drive through the legendary Hai Van Pass.
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Apr 27, 2025Hoi An, Vietnam
AI Analysis of My Travel Blog
Using AI to analyze the biggest takeaways and patterns from months of travel writing and self-reflection.
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Apr 26, 2025Hue, Vietnam
Cupping Therapy and the Famous Duck Stop
Another grueling day on the Ho Chi Minh Road, featuring traditional cupping therapy and the silly but delightful Duck Stop experience.
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Apr 25, 2025Phong Nha, Vietnam
The Crash - When I Hit a Dog on the Ho Chi Minh Road
A dramatic crash with a dog on the Ho Chi Minh Road leads to an unexpected display of Vietnamese hospitality and kindness.
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Apr 24, 2025Hanoi, Vietnam
7 Months of Travel - Hanoi Reflections
Reaching the 7-month milestone of my worldwide travels, reflecting on Northern Vietnam adventures and questioning modern society.
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Apr 19, 2025Ba Be Lake, Vietnam
Ha Giang Loop - RATED
Completing the legendary 4-day Ha Giang Loop with Jasmine Tours - incredible views, group dynamics, and personal revelations.
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Apr 13, 2025Ha Giang, Vietnam
Sapa Reflections on AI, Energy, and the Future
After four nights in Sapa, contemplating Vietnam's young population, global connectivity, energy needs, and preparing for the Ha Giang Loop.
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Apr 10, 2025Sapa, Vietnam
The Power of Sharing - Rest Day in Sapa
A much-needed rest day in Sapa, reconnecting with friends and reflecting on the importance of sharing experiences and opening up.
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Apr 9, 2025Sapa, Vietnam
Turning 25 - What I Care About
Reflecting on turning 25 and the things that matter most to me - from professional sleeping to the importance of sunshine.
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Apr 8, 2025Mu Cang Chai, Vietnam
Birthday Bliss - UF Championship and Mountain Views
My favorite day riding yet - perfect sleep, UF basketball championship, incredible mountain scenery, and an authentic Hmong homestay.
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Apr 6, 2025Tà Xùa, Vietnam
Why Did the Chicken Cross the Road?
Discovering the real meaning behind the age-old joke while navigating Vietnam's mountainous roads filled with unpredictable wildlife.
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Apr 4, 2025Mai Chau, Vietnam
Understanding Vietnam's Ethnic Diversity
Exploring ethnic minorities in Mai Chau and reflecting on how nationality differs from ethnicity in understanding cultural identity.
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Apr 3, 2025Hanoi, Vietnam
Mission: Fix Mr. Drone - Hanoi Emergency
A 5-hour urgent drive to Hanoi to fix my broken drone, experiencing rural schoolgirls, bike mechanics, and tech repair economics.
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Apr 2, 2025Pu Luong, Vietnam
Pu Luong Paradise and Drone Disaster
Discovering beautiful terraced rice fields and getting amazing drone footage, only to break the drone when trying to charge it.
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Apr 1, 2025Pu Luong, Vietnam
First Mountain Adventure - Near Disaster in Pu Luong
My first day of mountain motorbiking leads to a near-catastrophic crash on gravel roads, but incredible scenery makes it all worthwhile.
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Mar 31, 2025Ninh Binh, Vietnam
Monday March 31st, 2025, Ninh Binh, Vietnam - 6 Month Trip Awards
Celebrating 6 months of world travel with awards for the best cities, experiences, and moments from across 12+ countries.
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Mar 31, 2025Ninh Binh, Vietnam
March 31st 2025, Ninh Binh, Vietnam
One of the coolest days of my life - buying a Honda Wave motorbike in Vietnam and riding 122km to Ninh Binh to start an epic adventure.
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Mar 30, 2025Hanoi, Vietnam
March 30th 2025, Hanoi, Vietnam
First day in Vietnam's capital - trying egg coffee, reuniting with travel friend Ben, and exploring the infamous Hoa Lo Prison.
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Food in Vietnam
Pho Bo
A fragrant and comforting Vietnamese noodle soup made with tender slices of beef, flat rice noodles, and a rich, slow-simmered broth infused with star anise, cloves, cinnamon, ginger, and fish sauce, topped with fresh herbs, lime, and chili.