Ten days ago, we entered Vietnam via the Mekong River. We cruised around in the Mekong Delta, visiting small towns along the way. When we disembarked, we took a bus to Ho Chi Minh City, where we boarded a plane to Hanoi. We’ve been in Hanoi four days, and now it’s time to return home. Here’s a Vietnam trip summary. Continue reading “Vietnam Trip Summary”
Tag: Ha Long Bay
Beautiful Ha Long Bay
We set out from our hotel in Hanoi this morning, headed for world-famous Ha Long Bay. Three hours later we pulled into the parking lot at Tuan Chau Marina, where there must have been at least twenty boats waiting for tourists like us to show up. We boarded a boat named the White Tiger. Continue reading “Beautiful Ha Long Bay”
On Our Way to Ha Long Bay
We’re on our way to Ha Long Bay. We signed up for a tour that includes transportation there and back from Hanoi, all in one day. Not the optimal plan, perhaps, but according to the guide books, it’s doable.
Ha Long Bay is Vietnam’s number one tourist attraction. You’ve probably seen pictures of it, although you may not have known where the picture was taken. The sight of those giant rocks rising up out of the mist is pretty special. Our itinerary didn’t allow much time, but we didn’t want to be this close to Ha Long Bay without getting a chance to see it. Continue reading “On Our Way to Ha Long Bay”
