"Orla was beautiful, independent and very funny, with a sharp wit. She loved to look good and lived life to the full."
"At this extremely difficult time for our family, we chose to donate Orla's organs, as we believe that if there were a way to give opportunity to others, this is what Orla would have wanted."
"Vietnam was a country she loved and so to give back to Vietnam as well I think is very important for us."
"She had the best time here, she had the best time here, she was loving every minute of it. So it is our way of thanking you."
Orla Wates, a 19-year-old British teenager, died following a motorcycle accident on the Ha Giang loop in Vietnam. Her family expressed their grief and paid tribute, describing her as beautiful, independent, and funny. They chose to donate her organs, believing it aligned with her spirit of giving. Orla's parents emphasized her love for Vietnam and expressed gratitude to the hospital staff. The Ha Giang loop is a popular route for tourists, often attracting inexperienced motorcyclists. The Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office is providing support to her family during this difficult time.
Read at www.theguardian.com
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