Charming Hoi An Lights Up My Long Weekend
Vesak Day, also known as Buddha’s birthday, is a public holiday in Singapore. Since starting a full-time gig, mini vacations keep me excited about seeing different parts of Asia.
This weekend, I took an extra day to make it a 4-day weekend!!! We are in Hoi An, Vietnam and it is such a charming old town.
I would give a bit more history but hubby forgot our guide book at home :-/
I did read before coming that the city requires shopkeepers to hang and light lanterns outside their buildings. It creates a warm and colourful atmosphere.
Food is delicious and cheap; the city has several beaches; and locals are super friendly – even if you don’t buy something from a vendor, most reply with, “Have a nice day.” So there is something for everyone here!
Admittedly, we were a bit lazy on this trip. Normally, I feel the need to do all the top guidebook sights – Marble Mountains, Cham Islands, My Song, etc.
But this time we have chilled in the ancient town, walked around, eaten, hit the beach, and hung out at the pool – and I barely feel guilty!
Here are a few quick pics from my iPhone, although I took most with my DSLR and will have to upload once back in Singapore:
View from hotel room above
An Bang Beach
Found a local with very familiar pants!
Placing a light into the river for good luck!
Smile!
Delicious Tamarind Snapper from Vy’s Marketplace
Where have you travelled recently!?!
