Been away for the past 6 days in Vietnam. I have the luxury of travelling with my parents for the 3rd time this year. First to Genting in May, then to Taipei in July-August and Hanoi for the past 6 days.
I'd been to Hanoi in December 2003 when I was still a NUS newbie doing community work. Things really change - the buildings are getting taller, motorbikes are getting more and more (including the loud horns every split second) and the pho ga (chicken noodle) costs US$1 to US$2 (previously only US$0.40 to US$0.80).
As always, they will be so happy and thankful when you give them a small tipfor their wonderful service. After all, $1 for us is just $1; but $1 to them may need them to work for one whole day.
Though everything are still not as good as any of the cities I have visited this year, the 'speed' of living is pulsing fast - just look at how fast they walk and drive. More and more properties been developing and the news reporting on 6 consecutive days of positive rally of their index. I look forward to seeing Hanoi develop into a more vibrant city - more commercial yet keeping the good old days in the Old Quarter (aka 36 Street).
And personally, I have thought of some new business ideas that I will be exploring into - HD cinematic experience, luxury hostel/hotel and cafe etc.
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