The trip to Vietnam was incredible!
It enabled me to reflect on the sacrifice
made by our ANZACs during the war as well as to explore the rich history and
culture of Vietnam. I didn’t know anyone
in the group at first but now feel I have made lifelong friends and connections
with people who all share a common interest in history. I was very appreciative to be amongst such a great
group of peers and dedicated teachers who really made the trip what it was! The
tour guides were also outstanding and particularly Martin. His knowledge of his
country, the war and history in general made every bus ride an unforgettable
learning experience.
We visited many scenic and fascinating
places; personally, my favourite place over the course of the trip was Hoi An.
I enjoyed visiting the markets and interacting with the locals. It was also fun
to try different foods here. Aside from the fun aspects of the trip, there were
also some powerful and moving moments. I thought that the ANZAC Day Service led
by Dennis in Hanoi was particularly moving as even though we were far from home
we were still able to acknowledge and appreciate the sacrifice of our ANZACs regardless
of where we were. After this service,
many people spoke of their appreciation for each other as we were nearing the
end of the trip. ANZAC Day was the most
pivotal moment of the trip for me.
I returned to Australia with a new sense of
gratitude and a fascination for travel.
That's Awesome!
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