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Ho Chi Minh (aka Saigon), Vietnam

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Today was a long day as we were in a bus for over 4 hours going to and from Ho Chi Minh City. Vietnam is nothing like what most people imagine. In the last 40 years this war torn country has re-invented itself into a regional financial, agricultural, and commerce center of the Far East.

Saigon River
Ho Chi Minh

Ba Thien Hau Temple

Presidential Palace

Until Saigon fell in 1975 this was where the country was governed from. After 1975 the capital moved to Hanoi and now the old Presidential Palace is a museum.

Central Post Office

A great example of French Colonial architecture that has survived.

Lacquerware Factory

BAO TANG LICH SU Museum

Milestone: 60 Countries

Today marks Scott’s 60th country visited!

Tokyo (Sort of)

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After almost 12 hours of flight time we made it to Tokyo. Well, Narita International, to be more accurate. This was a quick over night before we leave for Singapore in the morning. It was nice to sleep in a real bed for a bit.

Decorated for Christmas
Time for a nightcap before bed.
Hey – it is better than a seat on a plane!
Backup early for the airport.
With enough time for a quick Phase 10 game.
And of course, matching shirts to make sure we don’t get lost in the airport.