Author: Anita L Hummel
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20 Reasons Vietnam Remains A Top Travel Destination
The other day, as I was traveling back to Hanoi, Vietnam, I couldn’t help but notice the significant number of foreigners on my flight. It was astonishing, especially considering the challenges posed by Covid in recent years. Very few foreigners traveled to Vietnam not long ago, but things have changed remarkably. It seems that more…
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Potholes Along Dusty Road – Why We Should Embrace Failure
I recently wrote a book titled A Bus On A Dusty Road—Life Lessons Learned From Asia. In it, I told stories about what I have learned and discovered through my many travel adventures and how travel has changed my life and perspective. In my latest endeavor, “Potholes Along Dusty Roads: Life Lessons Learned From Failure,”…
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Embracing The World: 21 Reasons Why Global Travel Is Invaluable
I recently traveled from the United States back to Hanoi, Vietnam, and marveled at the diverse crowd of international travelers on my flight. This starkly contrasted with the quieter days of travel during the COVID-19 pandemic when the skies and airports were nearly empty. Today, the resurgence of global travel is evident, with people from…
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Was Vietnam A War Or Conflict? The Vietnam War Quandary
Having resided and worked within Vietnam over numerous years, I’ve garnered substantial insight into the period commonly referred to as the Vietnam War, though technically termed the Vietnam Conflict. This era, which unfolded from November 1, 1955, to April 30, 1975, is etched as a period of intense and divisive conflict in the annals of…
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The Vietnam War: An Enduring Conflict 1955 To 1975
Since the early 1990s, I’ve had the privilege of traveling to or residing in North Vietnam. My inaugural visit was around 1992, and the Vietnam I encountered then, particularly Hanoi, bore stark contrasts to its current state. In those days, the city was a vivid tableau of the profound impacts of the Vietnam War on…
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Navigating History: The Origin Of “Bow” And “Stern” On Boats
My passion for sailing runs deep, and of late, I’ve embraced the art of sailing with renewed vigor and earnestness. Yet, if there’s one invaluable lesson my experiences on the water have taught me, it’s the critical importance of nautical terminology. Sailing isn’t just a pastime; it’s a tradition-rich activity where every term and command…