Most of us would love a holiday in Vietnam. Indeed, “Vietnam” is a happy word in Singapore. At the mention of Vietnam, most of us would conjure a holiday (or some kind of adventure in the works). Only a few of us (especially baby boomers) would associate Vietnam with the heart-wrenching war years (Vietnam War) and the “Boat People”. (The Boat People were a result of people fleeing Saigon when the war ended.) 
Today, our tour will focus on the Boat People and the place where they stayed while being held here in Singapore – Welcome to Hawkins Road! Hawkins Road does not exist anymore. The memories may not be so sweet for many to remember. But History doesn’t lie, especially when all these happened only in 1975, with a tail-back dating to 1996 (which isn’t exactly very long ago). 
Your ole Uncle Chris grew up reading all about the Vietnam War and the Boat People. These are sad stories, complete with risk, danger and almost everything you can think of. Some survived. Many perished at sea. You would be lucky if you landed at the refugee camp at Hawkins Road. 
The refugee camp at Hawkins Road had the honor of being the most friendly and most hospitable refugee camp. To many, it was like a holiday in Singapore – with visits to the zoo and the nearby bustling Chong Pang Village – all done by volunteers (Kudos to the volunteers!). 
Years later, many former refugees have spoken and written very favorably about their experiences. Indeed, some former refugees have returned to live in Singapore permanently, complete with family! On our tour, we’ll relive the world they went through. And we’ll take a look at the campsite and the surrounding areas. 
We meet, 9am at Sembawang MRT, 31
st
 May 2023 (SUNDAY). 
From there, we’ll take bus service 856 to where Hawkins Road used to be. This tour will end at View Road, about 11.30, maybe 12pm.
 
I
f you were a former Boat People, please join us. We would love to have you with us!
Note:
We do the worldwide practice of tipping at the end of the tour. Tipping guide as follows: $20 for a satisfactory guide, $20+ for a guide who exceeds expectations, and $30 for an outstanding guide.
We also reserve the right to accept or reject habitual late cancellations and no-shows.
Call or message Uncle Chris at +65 91814298 for corporate, private, or student bookings.
Do not sign up for this tour if you are not sure of your schedule. Please understand this method of booking platform can only perform its best with your full sincerity. Sign up only when you are sure of your schedule.
 
We look forward to your graciousness and generosity!
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