Road trips have long shaped American photography, offering a lens on both continuity and change. As a genre, “road trip” photography spans joy rides, visual poetry, politics, and self-discovery—driven by a deep, westward longing for freedom and reinvention.

Vietnam is a fascinating and beautiful nation, shaped by a tumultuous history and a rich cultural heritage. For years, many in the West viewed the country through the lens of conflict, as images captured by photojournalists during the Vietnam War shaped its global perception. However, in recent decades, Vietnam has emerged from that shadow, with a new generation of image-makers capturing the essence of this unique and beautiful land.