Vietnam has a fascinating dichotomy between urban high energy and the peaceful remote areas of the country. Ho Chi Minh City has a buzz to it that I haven’t felt in a lot of places. Taking a boat on the Mekong Delta or visiting the Cu Chi tunnels in the jungle north of Saigon is incredibly serene. I can’t wait to go back and see more.
I am in the midst of a 15 day trip wandering across Asia that cost me $1,521 to book. It also required a lot of miles and points – 216,750 to be exact – but considering I have a first class ticket from the US, a business class seat home, coach flights intra-Asia, and 14 nights at Starwood and Hyatt properties, it was completely worth the effort amassing the points.
So how did I book it? Continue reading…