The day begun with a well-deserved sleep in, after three tiring days in the Mekong Delta. After yet another delicious breakfast, we all checked out of our rooms and prepared to say goodbye to what we used to call Ho Chi Minh City, dubbed Saigon by the smiling locals. Our second enjoyable plane trip entailed breathtaking views of Da Nang and its surroundings, and a swift exit from the airport. Once outside, we were greeted with a refreshing change from the populous Saigon with clear roads and a culture strongly linked with nature. A quick bus ride took us to the spectacular Hoi An Hotel, situated on the edge of the old town. Our jaws dropped when we laid eyes upon the modern yet classically colonial resort, featuring a large swimming pool and massive grounds. After quickly unloading, we set out to explore the historic old town, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. We then split up into small groups to go shopping in the town, famous for its tailored clothes which come at little expense. We then enjoyed some modernised Vietnamese cuisine before resuming our pursuit for bargain prices. To conclude our first day in Hoi An, the group decided to have a relaxing swim at the hotel, highly anticipated by all.
Just another day in paradise.
By Oliver and Alec
