Amazed at this scene upon landing in Ho Chi Minh
Approaching Ho Chi Minh from Da Nang. Heading back home. This is a better photo which is more representative of Vietnam. “Today Vietnam’s $4 billion in rice exports accounts for more than a fifth of the global total. (Source: The Economist Jan 2014)
Motorcycles everywhere in Vietnam – Be careful when crossing the road- just keep walking and do not move back – they know how to avoid you but just never step back or move back or you will get hit 
I thought these were handmade but maybe they are not. But they are still beautiful cards at approx US$ 1.00 each
Many street vendors
Notre Dame Cathedral and Post office
Looks like Tim Yap! 🙂
A beautiful home spotted while driving
Couples taking photos by the cathedral – many of them at different times of the day
Pictorial by the Cathedral ( not necessarily wedded couples )
They say this is the #1 coffee place in Vietnam 
Yes this is a very popular tshirt
Flower shop with just orchids 
Tall trees in several parks in the city
Nice manicured plants/bonsai at the Reunification palace and around the city
Love this store on the way to the Opera House. The chandelier was almost touching the floor
Opera House
Jollibee!! There are around 30 Jollibees in Vietnam. Tan Caking also bought Pho24 and Highlands coffee
Of course we visited Starbucks! Which is actually the number 1! 😉
Ms. Rica, these photos brought back a lot of memories for me. The first time I visited HCM, I was also stuck with the rice fields seen from the plane. The airport was still being constructed then. Two years ago, I went back and was amazed at the changes. The city was bustling with activity and yes the motorcycles are the kings of the road there. The food was memorable and the embroidery was to die for. The houses made you feel as if you were in Europe. What made me crazy was counting the money as single transactions could amount to millions :). Vietnam is a beautiful country, with gracious people. I know you have enjoyed the trip.