INTRO: It would be hard to come up with a better first day in Vietnam. The day began with a walk through the exotic and bustling streets of District 1 in historic Saigon.
As I looked around, I reflected on how much Vietnam had changed. The Vietnam surrounding me was completely different from the Vietnam I knew decades ago. The economic boom had transformed the country.
First stop was at a stylish local restaurant serving some of the best regional dishes from Central Vietnam. Rod, a kind Planet Doug supporter, treated me to lunch there as a way of welcoming me to the country.
After lunch, we embarked on a fascinating 45-kilometer round-trip expedition on the Vinbus - a free shuttle bus that travels between Vinhome residential communities. It was a great way to get my feet wet in terms of exploring this unfamiliar area.
Upon our return, Rod and I enjoyed some delectable iced Vietnamese coffee while perched on pint-size plastic stools inches away from the unceasing Saigon traffic. It was a classic Vietnamese experience, perfect for my first full day in the country.
Speaking of classic Vietnamese experiences, don't sleep on the humble banh mi. This savory sandwich with its French and local influences is available everywhere, and I devoured one while taking in the street life around me.
The day ended with me back in my humble but very well-appointed hotel room enjoying a rare ice-cold beer.
So, sit back, relax, let me do all the work, and enjoy this video about my first full day in captivating and glamorous Vietnam.
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📸 GEAR LIST 📸
🎥 Action Cam: GoPro Hero 12 Black
🎥 Action Cam: GoPro Hero 9 Black
🎥 360 Cam: Insta360 One X3
🎤Microphone #1: Rode Wireless Go
🎤Microphone #2: Rode Wireless Go II
📱Smartphone 1: Samsung Galaxy Note 10 Plus
📱Smartphone 2: Samsung Galaxy S10 Plus
Laptop: MacBook Pro 13
Tablet: Samsung Galaxy Tab S5e
Editing App: Kinemaster for Android (Version 6)
Editing App: DaVinci Resolve
Music Source: RU-vid Audio Library
CHAPTERS
00:00 - Coming Up In This Video
02:33 - The 1st Day Begins
07:57 - Vietnam: Old & New
21:39 - Xóm Chợ Cũ Restaurant
37:45 - City Tour by VinBus
47:55 - Vietnamese Roadside Coffee
52:32 - Walk Around District 1
01:01:59 - My 1st Banh Mi
01:06:08 - Conclusion & End Credits
01:11:09 - Relive Animated Map
01:13:28 - Bonus Photo Montage
27 июл 2024