I lost US$2,200 in Hanoi

A stranger turned my distress into delight

One of my most memorable experiences in Vietnam was losing more than 20 US$100 bills.

I had gone on a hectic work trip to Hanoi and only realised that my money pouch was missing just moments before flying out from Hanoi International Airport. It was too late to file a police report.

When I returned to Singapore, I couldn’t find it in my checked in bag either. I was frantic and distressed.

After fretting for many days, I checked with the staff at Win Hotel where I had stayed. After a few hours, the hotel staff who responded with unbelievable news.

Quang, the hotel manager, had found the money in a pouch at the lobby and kept it in a safe, waiting for its owner to claim it.

Six months later, I travelled to Hanoi for a holiday and had the honour and pleasure of finally meeting the man of integrity who returned my money.

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