That would be a great goal. It has always struck me as an amazingly beautiful place, both in terrain and people.
Does anyone there speak French? I know it’s the old colonial language but if it is still understood in some areas, or used in signs or menus, that would make it a little easier for us, since I did very very well with it back in high school. At least as another option if there were no English speakers around. :)
It was difficult to see any beauty in the land or the people as you were being fired on and calling in arty to blow the hell out of the people shooting at you. The millions that served over there from 63 to 73 probably didn't get to the beautiful views.
There are some who still speak French. If you try it on people, especially in the smaller towns one or two old men will seek you out to be able to speak French again with someone. Thee will probably invite you into their homes for tea.