Hans visits Vietnam as part of a trip around the world for the first time in the early 90th. In 'Culture Clash'' you are taken on a journey through this colourful country.
At his second visit and later as a tour leader working in Vietnam, he will introduce you carefully to the 'invisible' characteristics of this country. Not only the seemingly warm but also the dark side of the colonial-, Vietnam War time and the current government influence in daily life.
When meeting Linh in Saigon and deciding to marry in 2003 they start a tourist business in Hoi An, Central Vietnam. (part 1)
Hoi An, business, storms & corruption in Vietnam (part 2)
The 'real face' of Vietnam.
Collision of perception & leaving Vietnam (part 3)
Selling the Lighthouse business and cultural differences which are too difficult to bridge makes Hans decide to leave Vietnam and Linh.
About the writer
Hans van der Broek is an entrepreneur, traveller and writer who let his life guided by the events around him.
