07 March 2007

A brief update from Gavin (1:36PM local time)


After a hectic, but extremely productive, schedule in Thailand we've been enjoying a bit of rest and recovery time since arriving in Hanoi on Sunday. I've also been working to facilitate an itinerary for the rest of our time in Viet Nam, with the help of our friend in Hanoi. Things aren't as easy here and it is taking a little time to organise something. We're meeting again this afternoon to talk about a plan. There is a possibility that we might head north of Hanoi on the weekend and spend a few days there. I have a former student based at Thai Nguyen University, about 2 hours drive north, and my friend also has a colleague who might be able to assist us in the north. If this happens then we would be aiming to head south towards Hue around the middle of next week.

As you've already read Karen, Lena and Alice are enjoying their time in Hanoi. Karen is still a bit nervous crossing the roads, but they're all greatly enjoying the many interesting small shops, the quaint little streets in the old city, and many other interesting sights. We've also found a nice bakery where we're now going each day to buy fresh baguettes, sometimes other small goodies, and milk for the girls!

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