Arriving in Hanoi

We spent a few hours in the lounge and tried out several Korean dishes and canned drinks (green plum is delicious!). I have no doubt that we would enjoy spending some real time in South Korea as opposed to just seeing the airport, but that’s another trip for another year.

We boarded our plane for Hanoi, which was quite different than North American boarding. Here, there were no zones to be called or rhyme or reason - it was just, “Are you going to Hanoi? Get in this line!” To be honest, it was more civil but that might just be the people.

Brad and I were both exhausted. Nearing a solid 24 hours of traveling, this leg was a tough one. However, the sweetly dressed Asiana airline attendants served us the cutest little meal with real silverware and that perked us up briefly.

We landed in Hanoi around 9:45 pm (9:45 am MB time) and made our way through customs and to baggage. Luckily, we found our airport shuttle driver quickly and he whisked us away into downtown Hanoi.

One thing I noticed on our drive in was that the speed limit and lane lines are merely suggestions. I thought our driver was going to hit several scooter drivers, but somehow everyone seemed to know the “rules” of the road.

In any case, it’s midnight and we need to get on Vietnam time. Goodnight!Read more