VIETNAM
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July 23 — Oct. 23, 2018 (RED)
Dec. 22, 2018 — Feb. 22, 2019 (YELLOW) Aug. 12 — Oct. 21, 2019 (GREEN) I keep coming back to Vietnam... three times so far! Such a beautiful country with so much to see. From the incredibly flat and wide-open Mekong Delta in the south, to the awe-inspiring mountains and dramatic karsts throughout the north.
Popular visits include renting a motorbike and riding between Hanoi in the north and Ho Chi Minh City,(Saigon,) in the south, or touring Ha Long Bay on overnight boats, or riding a loop along the northern border with China. Wherever you go, the traffic will frighten you while the wonderful Vietnamese people will steal your heart. ON THIS PAGE
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The Beautiful Vietnam
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Business in Vietnam
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Religion in Vietnam
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PHOTOS
Landscapes of Vietnam
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Getting Around Vietnam
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Working in Vietnam
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PHOTOS
War in Vietnam — NEW!
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The Buildings & Monuments of Vietnam
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The Agriculture of Vietnam
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The Food of Vietnam — NEW!
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The People of Vietnam — NEW!
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Recreation in Vietnam — NEW!
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Fun in Vietnam, (and just interesting stuff...) — NEW!
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Videos of Vietnam
November 14, 2019 — Fast Friends in Northern Vietnam
I rolled into the northern-Vietnam town like it was just another town and just another evening, but an 11-year-old boy changed all that for me.
I rolled into the northern-Vietnam town like it was just another town and just another evening, but an 11-year-old boy changed all that for me.
October 31, 2019 — Around the World with Type-I Diabetes
Tom, a Type-I Diabetic riding a bicycle around the world, is inspirational and he makes my journey look like a walk in the park. I me
Tom, a Type-I Diabetic riding a bicycle around the world, is inspirational and he makes my journey look like a walk in the park. I me
October 17, 2019 — If You Don’t Like the Way I Ride, Stay off the Sidewalk!
A short video on the realities of life on, (and off,) the streets of Vietnam.
A short video on the realities of life on, (and off,) the streets of Vietnam.
October 10, 2019 — Happy in Love on Ha Long Bay
Some say it is the most beautiful place in Asia — or on this planet Earth — and some say she was the most beautiful girl... (Ha Long Bay, Vietnam)
Some say it is the most beautiful place in Asia — or on this planet Earth — and some say she was the most beautiful girl... (Ha Long Bay, Vietnam)
September 26, 2019 — By Train, Ferry & Motorcycle to Cat Ba Island
I put my motorcycle on a train and rode from Hanoi to the coast of Vietnam. Then, had fun on the ferry and crossed the island.
I put my motorcycle on a train and rode from Hanoi to the coast of Vietnam. Then, had fun on the ferry and crossed the island.
September 19, 2019 — I Stood on a Rock...
… on the shore in a cove of a pond... On This Planet Earth. (Cat Ba Island, Vietnam)
… on the shore in a cove of a pond... On This Planet Earth. (Cat Ba Island, Vietnam)
March 6, 2019 — Little Boy Blue
The saga on a street corner in Hanoi, Vietnam, featuring one over-achieving boy, and another who is "lost in the depths of underachievement." If this doesn't play with your heartstrings or make you laugh, maybe you were never six years old?
The saga on a street corner in Hanoi, Vietnam, featuring one over-achieving boy, and another who is "lost in the depths of underachievement." If this doesn't play with your heartstrings or make you laugh, maybe you were never six years old?
February 14, 2019 — The Lonesome (Boat) Ride
Living a life of awesome solo adventure, I still find time to whine, this time about, traveling alone. But don't let that stop you from enjoying this quick tour through one of the most beautiful parts of Vietnam, the Trang An Grottos by rowboat. (Ninh Binh, Vietnam)
Living a life of awesome solo adventure, I still find time to whine, this time about, traveling alone. But don't let that stop you from enjoying this quick tour through one of the most beautiful parts of Vietnam, the Trang An Grottos by rowboat. (Ninh Binh, Vietnam)
January 24, 2019 — A Taste of Vietnam
Some of the best, (and most nutritious,) foods available are available right on the street throughout Southeast Asia. (Hanoi, Vietnam)
Some of the best, (and most nutritious,) foods available are available right on the street throughout Southeast Asia. (Hanoi, Vietnam)
January 10, 2019 — Friends
Does solo travel really make you lonely, or can it actually help some people feel less lonely? I've been out on this trip for 15 months, and have made a lot of friends; Some were very brief friendships, but some may just last a lifetime.
Does solo travel really make you lonely, or can it actually help some people feel less lonely? I've been out on this trip for 15 months, and have made a lot of friends; Some were very brief friendships, but some may just last a lifetime.
December 27, 2018 — Merry Christmas Vietnam!
“Speak their language,” people say as a way to get along in foreign countries. Mark trips over himself saying those three little words... (Thai Ho, Vietnam)
“Speak their language,” people say as a way to get along in foreign countries. Mark trips over himself saying those three little words... (Thai Ho, Vietnam)
November 29, 2018 — Small Bridges
Some of the most beautiful bridges are some of the smallest, helping people in small and rural communities get from A to B without getting wet. (Luang Prabang, Laos)
Some of the most beautiful bridges are some of the smallest, helping people in small and rural communities get from A to B without getting wet. (Luang Prabang, Laos)
November 8, 2018 — Help me, Honda
The 100-125cc-powered motorcycle is by far the most popular in the world. Millions of Asians ride these bikes every day for every purpose. So, why did Mark help load a boat? (Luang Prebang, Laos)
The 100-125cc-powered motorcycle is by far the most popular in the world. Millions of Asians ride these bikes every day for every purpose. So, why did Mark help load a boat? (Luang Prebang, Laos)
November 1, 2018 — Games People Play
Recreation around the world is not as extravagant as it is in the U.S., but people in Southeast Asia have some clever and fun ways to entertain themselves. (Luang Prabang, Laos)
Recreation around the world is not as extravagant as it is in the U.S., but people in Southeast Asia have some clever and fun ways to entertain themselves. (Luang Prabang, Laos)
October 25, 2018 — Alley-oops! Urban Adventure Riding
How to navigate a city on the side of a mountain and stay off the streets. It might make you a bit dizzy, but there’s a tasty meal at the end. (DaLat, Vietnam)
How to navigate a city on the side of a mountain and stay off the streets. It might make you a bit dizzy, but there’s a tasty meal at the end. (DaLat, Vietnam)
October 18, 2018 — Wedding Crasher & Communist Party Pooper
Mark gets in too much trouble just wandering around, trying to stay out of trouble. He crashes a wedding and Communist Party party. (Hue, Vietnam)
Mark gets in too much trouble just wandering around, trying to stay out of trouble. He crashes a wedding and Communist Party party. (Hue, Vietnam)
October 11, 2018 — Roadside Attractions
Riding a motorcycle through Southeast Asian traffic is verifiably crazy, so why does Mark enjoy it so much? Here are a few reasons, (other than his obvious craziness.) (Danang, Vietnam)
Riding a motorcycle through Southeast Asian traffic is verifiably crazy, so why does Mark enjoy it so much? Here are a few reasons, (other than his obvious craziness.) (Danang, Vietnam)
October 4, 2018 — Travel Daze; F-ing Rain!
Rain takes most of the glory out of motorcycle adventures, and it is the most persistent reminder of the dangers involved. Mark has his worst wreck so far, which is not bad. (Hoang Gia Trang, Vietnam)
Rain takes most of the glory out of motorcycle adventures, and it is the most persistent reminder of the dangers involved. Mark has his worst wreck so far, which is not bad. (Hoang Gia Trang, Vietnam)
September 20, 2018 — Fruits of Southeast Asia
They’re colorful, exotic and beautiful; I discuss some of the more popular fruits of the region with a hotel manager in De Lat, central Vietnam
They’re colorful, exotic and beautiful; I discuss some of the more popular fruits of the region with a hotel manager in De Lat, central Vietnam
September 13, 2018 — Tossed in Translation — English!
Is English really the funniest language ever? It sure looks that way. (Dalat, Vietnam)
Is English really the funniest language ever? It sure looks that way. (Dalat, Vietnam)
September 6, 2018 — Happy Independence Day, Vietnam!
Mark musters up the courage to make a fool of himself in front of complete strangers, and makes a few friends in the process.
Mark musters up the courage to make a fool of himself in front of complete strangers, and makes a few friends in the process.
August 9, 2018 — Breakfast in Saigon
Pho is a very popular beef soup served for breakfast throughout Vietnam. I discuss the traditions of the meal with the owner of a small restaurant in Ho Chi Minh City, (Saigon,) and her daughter.
Pho is a very popular beef soup served for breakfast throughout Vietnam. I discuss the traditions of the meal with the owner of a small restaurant in Ho Chi Minh City, (Saigon,) and her daughter.
4x4 Videos
"Four Worldly Topics in Only Four Earthly Minutes"
December 12, 2019
1. 'Cane You Cut It? — VIETNAM
2. Dancing in the Park
3. In the Footprints of Giants
4. Hard-pressed Treats
1. 'Cane You Cut It? — VIETNAM
2. Dancing in the Park
3. In the Footprints of Giants
4. Hard-pressed Treats
December 5, 2019
1. A rent-by-hour cinema hotel in Hanoi — VIETNAM
2. A brand-new toilet on the road? — VIETNAM
3. A courageous boy wrangling water buffalo — VIETNAM
4. An incredible, spoiled restaurant view? — VIETNAM
1. A rent-by-hour cinema hotel in Hanoi — VIETNAM
2. A brand-new toilet on the road? — VIETNAM
3. A courageous boy wrangling water buffalo — VIETNAM
4. An incredible, spoiled restaurant view? — VIETNAM
November 20, 2019
1. Mongol “Taxis”
2. Mark Does His Own Stunts — VIETNAM
3. Drummer Boys
4. Icy Treats on the Streets
1. Mongol “Taxis”
2. Mark Does His Own Stunts — VIETNAM
3. Drummer Boys
4. Icy Treats on the Streets
August 20, 2019
1. Mongolian tour guide ready for his 600th trip
2. Beautiful street lamps in China
3. Typical food court in Malaysia
4. A shipyard in Vietnam — VIETNAM
1. Mongolian tour guide ready for his 600th trip
2. Beautiful street lamps in China
3. Typical food court in Malaysia
4. A shipyard in Vietnam — VIETNAM
June 13, 2019
1. Meet wonderful people on subways...in China!
2. Tour the OnThisPlanetEarth.com website
3. In any park in China, you can hear music
4. What's a Tet Cake and how to make one? — VIETNAM
1. Meet wonderful people on subways...in China!
2. Tour the OnThisPlanetEarth.com website
3. In any park in China, you can hear music
4. What's a Tet Cake and how to make one? — VIETNAM
May 16, 2019
1. Vietnamese addressing system — VIETNAM
2. "Robo-restaurants" with tireless waiters
3. Chinese firefighting
4. Chinese public parks
1. Vietnamese addressing system — VIETNAM
2. "Robo-restaurants" with tireless waiters
3. Chinese firefighting
4. Chinese public parks
April 11, 2019
1. Railroad Over-Security
2. China’s Big, Fat Time Zone
3. Getting my Shirt Sewn on the Street
4. The Fall of Saigon ending the Vietnam War — VIETNAM
1. Railroad Over-Security
2. China’s Big, Fat Time Zone
3. Getting my Shirt Sewn on the Street
4. The Fall of Saigon ending the Vietnam War — VIETNAM
March 28, 2019
1. Try some "alt-tourism" on a community corner
2. These are the coolest safety hats EVER.
2. Why do Asians burn so much money? — VIETNAM
4. Do I have too much stuff? (And did I overdo it with the towel bit?)
1. Try some "alt-tourism" on a community corner
2. These are the coolest safety hats EVER.
2. Why do Asians burn so much money? — VIETNAM
4. Do I have too much stuff? (And did I overdo it with the towel bit?)
March 21, 2019
1. Keep your hands warm riding through China
2. Tour a science museum
4. Did I get taken for a $100! — VIETNAM
3. Imported beer in China in a “ca-bottle?”
1. Keep your hands warm riding through China
2. Tour a science museum
4. Did I get taken for a $100! — VIETNAM
3. Imported beer in China in a “ca-bottle?”
March 14, 2019
1. Haircut & Shave? — VIETNAM
2. The Hanoi Hilton — VIETNAM
3. Community Bulletin Boards — VIETNAM
4. Dragon Boat Races — VIETNAM
1. Haircut & Shave? — VIETNAM
2. The Hanoi Hilton — VIETNAM
3. Community Bulletin Boards — VIETNAM
4. Dragon Boat Races — VIETNAM
February 7, 2019
1. The Lunar New Year in Vietnam — VIETNAM
2. Robo-gates — VIETNAM
3. Motorcycle trailers — VIETNAM
4. How to peel a pineapple. — VIETNAM
1. The Lunar New Year in Vietnam — VIETNAM
2. Robo-gates — VIETNAM
3. Motorcycle trailers — VIETNAM
4. How to peel a pineapple. — VIETNAM
