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Matthew Van Saun

The Night Express to Myitkyina - Myanmar, Asia

Matthew Van Saun boards the night express train from Mandalay to Myitkyina. Forty eight hours later, he comes into Myitkyina with an escort, treated as though he were a foreign dignitary.

The Ice Maker of Burma - Myanmar, Asia

Matthew Van Saun met the ice maker - a unique man - whom he'll not forget. Read why.

Heading Down River in Laos - Asia

Heading down river in Laos, Matthew Van Saun wonders if this is a dream or reality.

A Different Military Coup - Thailand, Asia

Matthew Van Saun understands Thai culture reasonably well. Thailand was the best place to get caught in the middle of a military take over - stressful at times, though.

How do you say Happy Birthday in Lue Mien? - Ban Chong Ka, Laos, Asia

Matthew Van Saun had quite the adventure getting to Ban Chong Ka. His purpose was fulfilled, yet...

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