Made in Vietnam

Finally, after all the hulla-bulla of work and ridiculous deadlines, our company 'closed shop' for 4 days and packed us all to Hanoi, Vietnam. And believe me, i felt like a 'dragged' luggage indeed having to rush last minute materials to suppliers then run some errands before going back to the office to wait for the bus to the airport. Mind you, our flight was at 6.30am.. which means check-in at 4.30am.. which meant leaving our office at 3.30am. *collapses*

When we arrived in Hanoi, the air was dusty and the sky was foggy. Add that to overworking and no sleep, by time we got to our hotel, was already floating in sub-conscious mode. Had some food and went straight into exploring the area by foot. The place is swamped with motorbikes and NO traffic rules (or so it seemed). Everything is cramped into small spaces and alleyways. Claustrophobics beware!! Went to the market then to Hoan Kiem Lake before exploring the many streets leading back to the hotel.

Next day, we took a 3 1/2 hour journey by bus to Ha Long Bay and stayed over at Cat Ba Island. It was the boat ride that was of interest coz when we arrived on the island, there wasn't anything else to do. :P

Headed back to Hanoi the next day for more 'shopping' and exploring. Was rather disturbed by the sight of roasted dog in the market. Yes... they eat DOGS in Vietnam. They probably don't understand the meaning of 'man's best friend'. *shudders*

Shan't elaborate much about the trip here. Too much to tell. The people there seemed to move in their own rhythm and beat - and probably the very thing which threw Wiseman boss and i off kilter when we first arrived. It was with mixed emotions when the trip was over. Strange as it may sound, was almost getting used to the haphazard life and harrowing traffic.

Anyway, posted the rest of the pictures in 'Captured Moments'. Go see!! Work calls now. *SIGH*