Hoi An, Vietnam

Hoi An is an absolutely charming city located in central Vietnam, about 45 min south of Danang. The city was an important Vietnamese trading center in the 16th and 17th centuries and it has an interesting mix of Vietnamese, Japanese and Chinese architectural influences. The town was fortunately spared during the French and American wars.

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Having left the chaotic streets of Hanoi, we decided to rent bikes and explore the surrounding area, including a nearby beach.

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While Regan cooled off in the South China Sea, I made friends with a group of students from a nearby town.

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Shops selling paper lanterns, viewed from across the river with reflections.