Frazer Alexander, A humble traveller connects with locals. (PEOPLE 2024)

A smile and some friendly gestures can bridge any language gap. Here Marije shows a local woman from Sapa, Vietnam, a self-portrait taken on her phone. Marije is met with playful laughter and affection from the woman and her friends.

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