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Travel Adventures to Vietnam (Part 2) Capturing Culture Through the Lens
Photographing the Culture of Southern Vietnam Southern Vietnam doesn’t announce itself loudly—it reveals itself in moments. A woman balancing baskets of fruit on a motorbike, children laughing along the riverbanks as the sun drops low. Photographing the culture here wasn’t about chasing landmarks; it was about slowing down enough to see everyday life unfold. Nikon Z30, Nilkkor Z 16-50mm Life moves quickly in cities like Ho Chi Minh City, but it also flows with rhythm and purp

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Travel Adventures to Vietnam (Part 1) Preparation
In this three-part series, my 9-day trip to southern Vietnam explores my preparation, photography while traveling, and the fishing culture. So where exactly am I going? My adventure will take me to Hoi Chi Minh City, also known as Saigon. I will specifically be working in the city or district of Bình Dương, about an hour north-west of Hoi Chi Minh City. Early History (Before 17th Century) The area that is now Bình Dương was originally: Forested and sparsely populated Inhabite

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The Outer Banks, Nags Head offers beach access that’s both inviting and convenient. Its wide sandy shores and proximity to Jennette’s Pier add to its appeal—not just for scenery, but for getting right into the action. Photo Credit: Fishing Booker.com What You Can Catch Surf anglers here enjoy a rich variety of species all year: Bluefish , Spot , Pompano —common summer catches. Red Drum (Bull and Puppy Drum) —especially in spring and fall, Nags Head is a hotspot for both troph

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Vltava River Fishing - Prague, Czech Republic
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Fly Fishing on "The Little Lehigh" Allentown, PA
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