Chandan Anand
Vietnam has been on my mind for as long as I can remember. As an avid traveler, I’ve always sought places that go beyond just beautiful landscapes—they have to offer something deeper, something that can challenge my perspective and transform me as a person. Vietnam, with its ancient history, vibrant culture, and stunning natural beauty, feels like the perfect place for that journey.
I imagine myself walking through the bustling streets of Hanoi, the scent of street food wafting through the air, and the sound of motorbikes buzzing past me. There’s something magical about cities like Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh City, where tradition and modernity collide in the most unpredictable ways. The local vendors selling pho on the side of the road, the hidden alleyways filled with colorful markets, and the temples that seem to whisper stories of ancient times—each detail feeds my imagination and sparks new creative ideas for my writing and content creation.
I can already picture myself sitting in a quiet café by the lake, notebook in hand, observing the lives of people passing by. For an actor and a writer, it’s a dream to be surrounded by such raw, real moments. Every face, every interaction, every smile exchanged or story shared in Vietnam holds a different lesson, a different piece of culture that would challenge me to think beyond my own world. As someone who believes that embracing new cultures makes you a better, more well-rounded person, Vietnam feels like the perfect classroom.
And then there’s the natural beauty—Ha Long Bay, with its towering limestone islands and emerald waters, seems like something out of a dream. I want to wake up to the sound of the waves, take a boat out into the bay, and just breathe in the serenity of it all. It’s in places like these where I feel most connected to the world, and that connection often leads to some of my best creative work.
Being an actor and content creator, I’ve always felt that the stories we tell are shaped by the experiences we have, and I know that Vietnam will offer experiences that are rich, unexpected, and deeply human. I want to climb the terraced rice fields of Sapa, learn about the country’s history through its war memorials, and immerse myself in the calm of the Mekong Delta. The diversity of Vietnam’s landscapes, cultures, and traditions offers a playground for both the mind and the heart.
More than anything, I believe that this journey to Vietnam would help me grow—not just as an artist, but as a person. I’ve always believed that travel, with all its challenges and beauty, helps us see the world more clearly and, in turn, see ourselves more clearly. Vietnam, with its rich history, resilient spirit, and stunning landscapes, is the next chapter in my journey of self-discovery, and I can’t wait to see what it teaches me.