G’evening Ms Hai Yen
You were right … we only got a glimpse of Vietnam and it was a very busy schedule that we set ourselves. My apologies for not taking you up on your offer to come and visit you at the office but exhaustion combined with a fear of Hanoi traffic saw us go to our rooms most nights and sleep very soundly.
I am more than happy for you to publish and use our comments as you see fit to assist your future services.
When we looked into going to Vietnam we had limited time and budget in mind. With the assistance of Hai Yen and the team at Muslim Travel Vietnam, an itinerary that was incredibly interesting and practical was crafted.
Our initial urge to see all the sights was tempered by Ms Hai Yen’s wisdom and guidance and brought us back to what she termed a 10 day glimpse of Vietnam which extended from South to North and a few amazing stops in between.
Our guides each carried their own flavour of Vietnam and all the associated knowledge of the region that they helped us through. Tori was a whiz at Ho Chi Minh city and embraced the youth and more relaxed side of Vietnam.
Phan showed us the Hue and HoiAn and helped us appreciate the old culture and the beautiful vista of Hoi An beach life. Sang steeped us in the tradition of the north the love of a leader that bought Vietnam together and the history of the sadness and loss of so many wanting to make Vietnam their own.
The drivers who accompanied our guides were quiet and determined and guided us through the maelstrom of traffic in complete safety. Of course there was Halong bay which was amazing. I think the only thing that I would suggest is that riding a bicycle anywhere in Vietnam is for the brave. Whilst we had booked to do a couple of bike rides at different times, discretion was the better part of valour and a nice walk felt far wiser.
Oh … I almost forgot the hotels … The Sheraton in Saigon, fabulous. The Beach boutique in Hanoi, very beautiful. The Metropole Hanoi … I thought I was in France, magnifique.
Thank you for your help and guidance.
We’ll be talking about our trip and your assistance for a long time to come.
Cheers
Noel