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An Afternoon in Ocean Park 2 and 3, Hung Yen, Vietnam

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We spent an afternoon exploring the Vinhomes Ocean Park 2 and 3 neighbourhoods in Hung Yen, Vietnam. It was not what I expected...

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Sapa Night Market, Sapa, Vietnam

I wouldn't say Sapa's night market is one of the best in Vietnam, but we found some interesting things to buy, including an amazing dessert found only in Sapa!