The land of the Blue Dragon
(36 Reviews)
100% Recommended
Susan Tindell
Rice Lake, WI
Certified Tahiti Specialist
La ora na! With 40 years of expertise, I've dedicated myself to bringing the enchanting vistas of Tahiti closer to you. Imagine waking up to the serene beauty of crystal blue waters kissing white sands, right from your bungalow in paradise. The So...
La ora na! With 40 years of expertise, I've dedicated myself to bringing the enchanting vistas of Tahiti closer to you. Imagine waking up to the serene beauty of crystal blue waters kissing white sands, right from your bungalow in paradise. The South Pacific islands, true jewels in the South Pacific, offer idyllic escapes. As a Certified Tahiti Specialist, I’ve not only experienced the allure of Tahiti and her islands multiple times but have also transformed these experiences into dream vacations for my clients. Whether it's a romantic retreat in an over-the-water bungalow where sunsets blend seamlessly with the sea or a family adventure in a beach bungalow with direct sand access, I specialize in making it happen.My passion lies in uncovering the hidden gems of Tahiti, mastering the tips, tricks, and local secrets. This insight allows me to craft personalized, extraordinary travel experiences. My goal goes beyond mere travel planning; it's about crafting journeys that offer a new perspective on life. Vacations tailor-made by me promise an immersion into exotic cultures, breathtaking landscapes, and experiences that change how you view your world. Let me empower you to step away from the ordinary and embrace the extraordinary. The power of travel is profound – it transforms, enlightens, and enriches. With every vacation I plan, I aim to open doors to new possibilities, turning dreams into reality. Haere tatou! Let's embark on this transformative journey together.
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Saigon in her beauty by night!
Like every American of my generation, I'd grown up with the Vietnam War, when everything we heard about that exotic land was associated with conflict and destruction. But the war ended more than 40 years ago, and ever since, I'd been curious. What is Vietnam like today? What are its people like, its culture? This year, I finally got to find out for myself. Our Travel Leaders International Summit would be held in Japan, and my group of travel friends decided to explore Vietnam and Cambodia. I didn't require much persuasion.
We had an early call for our first day in Vietnam. EXO had arranged for us to hit the water today, on a speedboat up the Saigon River to explore some relics of the Vietnam War. We also were joined by the final two members of our party, Tim and Margo Kennedy from Atlanta. Part of our reason for making this trip was for our friend Denise, whose father served in the U.S. Army and was killed in action in Vietnam when she was very young. We were curious to learn about the Vietnamese perspective of the war, and today we would see the famous Cu Chi Tunnels. During the war, Viet Cong insurgents dug a vast network of tunnels around Saigon and in many parts of South Vietnam, using them as hiding places for fighters and their equipment and supplies. Malaria was widespread in the cramped, damp tunnels, along with insects and other vermin. Oftentimes the fighters would spend days at a time underground. The tunnels were bombed many times by American B-52s but U.S. and allied forces were never able to wipe them out completely. The Cu Chi complex has 75 miles of underground tunnels. Some of them have been enlarged slightly to accommodate tourists. Of course I had to go in!
See http://travelleadersyournextjourney.blogspot.com/2018/
for more tales of my travels to Vietnam, Cambodia and Japan.
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