Magical, mystical — even enigmatic,

The journey felt truly cinematic.

A trip so special, deep to the core,

Fulfilled, satiated — who could ask for more?

From shopping sprees in Hanoi’s maze,

To cuisine that set the soul ablaze.

Each moment, a treasure, rich and rare,

Woven with joy, beyond compare.

Pinch me — was I dreaming in Sapa?

The moment I stepped in, heart struck with drama.

The lobby loomed, both grand and sublime,

Arrestingly elegant, frozen in time.

Whimsical, enigmatic, delightfully eclectic,

Hotel de la Coupole — pure majestic.

A property so rare, I fell right in love,

A slice of Paris kissed by skies above.

I asked myself, “Can this be real?”

Moments so surreal they hardly feel

Like Earth — where else can you ride so far,

On a fairytale cable car?

To Fansipan, proud and high,

The Roof of Indochina, brushing the sky.

Part of the great Himalayan chain,

Where mist and magic forever reign.

Long rails rising through clouds so steep,

To mountaintop temples, silence deep.

It felt like heaven opened a door —

And I whispered, “Thank you, Lord,” wanting more.