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Vietnam wants waterway tourism safety

The number of life jackets on tourist boats accommodating guests overnight must be twice the number of passengers on board, according to the draft of a circular to be issued by the Ministry of Transport.

The forthcoming regulation will require all passengers on board to be equipped with sufficient life jackets in the bedrooms, while the remainder must be available in dining, bar and working decks.

When coming out the rule will apply to all overnight… Continue

Added by Indochina Sails on October 25, 2012 at 6:04am — No Comments

Halong Bay_Unbelieve!

Coppy right PJandMike

Well yes I am back - I know you have all missed me whilst I have been scanning off on Halong Bay. So here goes, we get picked up on time by the cruise company and start picking up the other passengers. This is where the fun began as we had one gentleman who was Australian (name of Nigel), he had a very loud voice and very funny. …

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Added by Indochina Sails on October 5, 2012 at 3:10am — No Comments

Vietnam Mid Autumn Festival_The children’s festival

In Vietnam, Têt-Trung-Thu (tet-troong-thoo) or the Mid-Autumn Festival is one of the most popular family holidays. It is held on the 15th day of the 8th lunar month.

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Added by Indochina Sails on September 26, 2012 at 1:00am — No Comments

My Heart is still in Halong Bay

“It is the wonder that one cannot impart to others” – Ho Chi Minh’s thoughts on Halong Bay.

The night I spent in Halong Bay will be one I treasure forever, for more than one reason. I fell in love with the area as soon as our junk boat left…

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Added by Indochina Sails on September 7, 2012 at 2:30am — No Comments

What will you do if your cruise is canceled in Halong Bay!

You’ve got a good deal and now are dreaming about an interesting trip with beautiful cabin, delicious food, friendly staff waiting for you in Halong Bay, Vietnam. You’ll be relaxing on the sundeck while the boat cruises around the rising islands in the fresh air and quiet atmosphere.

Your dream…

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Added by Indochina Sails on August 30, 2012 at 11:13pm — No Comments

Indochina Sails kicks off hot offer for the Summer 2012

Halong Bay - one of the New Seven Wonder of the world, has become the most attractive destination for tourist when come to Vietnam. Visit Halong Bay, tourist will have chance to see the spectacular nature which the Creator award for Halong. Go with the development of Halong, Indochina Sails in over 10 years, has contributed in introducing the beauty of Halong all over the world by providing …

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Added by Indochina Sails on August 23, 2012 at 12:08am — No Comments

In Vietnam, Halong Bay's Floating Fishing Village Vong Vieng

As a large and age-old fishing village in Ha Long bay, Vong Vieng attaches great historical and cultural value and has currently attracted lots of tourists.

There are 4 fishing villages in the World Heritage site: Ba Hang, Cua Van, Vong…

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Added by Indochina Sails on August 22, 2012 at 9:02am — No Comments

Best cruise in Halong Bay – How to select!

Halong, literally “Descending dragon Bay”, is a true wonder of Vietnam and natural heritage site which is recognised by UNESCO. Around 3,000 limestone islets rise from the emerald waters, and no matter how many pictures, stories, and movies of Halong Bay you come across, you still need to see it with your own eyes.Cruising around Halong Bay can be enjoyed from small junk boats or luxury cruises. There are about 500 licensed boats, and on any given…

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Added by Indochina Sails on August 13, 2012 at 3:52am — No Comments

Halong Bay needs to be preserved and promoted the values of culture.

On 24^th July 2012, the Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism (MoCST) and the Quang Ninh People’s Committee held an int'l conference on “preserving and developing the values of Ha Long Bay world natural heritage - new vision” in Ha Long City, Quang Ninh Province.

At the seminar, Minister of Culture, Sports and Tourism…

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Added by Indochina Sails on August 7, 2012 at 4:26am — No Comments

Well worth the premium over the budget cruises!

We stayed on the Indochina Sails Premium boat in a deluxe cabin on the 2nd Floor, doing the 3 days/2 nights tour.

Firstly, I really recommend doing 2 nights instead of 1 - the full day out is relaxing and interesting, and less 'touristy' than the 1 night tour. And don’t…

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Added by Indochina Sails on July 31, 2012 at 12:05am — No Comments

Halong Bay islets

Am Islet

On the route to Quan Lan – Ngoc Vung islands; Am Rock or Kettle Islet is situated in Bai TuLong Bay. An island jutting out of the seawaters, the teapot of the Jade Emperor, who accidentally dropped it into Ha Longso, and its…

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Added by Indochina Sails on July 22, 2012 at 10:52pm — No Comments

Luxury Cruise through Vietnam's Historic Halong Bay with Indochina Sails

Halong Bay, only 105 miles from Hanoi, is a UNESCO World Heritage site and considered to be one of the most beautiful places in the world. Guests will be surrounded by hundreds of lush islands, each with names that reflect their unique shapes, like Voi Island (Elephant), Ga Choi Island (Fighting Cock), and Qua Chuong Island (Bell). The over 900 islands are said to have been created when God sent a group of dragons to help…

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Added by Indochina Sails on July 13, 2012 at 3:21am — No Comments

Ha Long Bay announces hot-line for tourism

A hot-line including phone numbers, fax and email have been officially released by QuangNinh Department of Culture, Sport and Tourism on July 3. The province possessing numerous stunning tourist destinations and a new wonder of the world - Ha Long Bay, is trying to tell tourists they are always ready for customers’ pleasure. The line is available for both locals andinternational…

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Added by Indochina Sails on July 11, 2012 at 10:17pm — No Comments

Daily life in the Halong Bay

The beauty of Halong Bay is not only famous for Vietnamese but also for people all around the world. Beside the different size limestone mountains and the unique ecological environment which attracts visitors, there is another beauty ofHalong which is not well-known, that is the picturesque daily life.…

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Added by Indochina Sails on June 28, 2012 at 11:42pm — No Comments

Discovering Halong Bay by Kayaking

If you’re looking for a different and fun way to experience Halong Bay, I can assure you a kayak tour is the best way to go. Though notorious for being misty this time of the year, the scenery was incredibly dramatic as it created a mystical- almost magical type of environment with the limestone rock formations producing truly beautiful reflections on…

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Added by Indochina Sails on June 18, 2012 at 10:55pm — No Comments

The Beauty of Vietnam's Halong Bay

For generations of visitors arriving by sea in North Vietnam, the geological marvel known as Halong Bay has been their first introduction to this remarkable country. The weathered limestone Karst pillars can be seen at several locations across southern China and northern Vietnam, but Halong Bay is the only place where they emerge from the sea. The bay received its name –“Bay of the Descending Dragon”…

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Added by Indochina Sails on June 16, 2012 at 10:49am — No Comments

Beautiful boat for a great tour

This is one of the most beautiful places I've ever been! Halong Bay was breathtaking and a once in a lifetime experience I will never forget. It is no wonder why this place is a UNESCO as a World Heritage Site.

We arrived at the pier mid-day and were taken by boat out onto Halong Bay for our 2 day/1night on the Indochina Sails cruise.…

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Added by Indochina Sails on May 31, 2012 at 11:51pm — No Comments

Tips for enjoying Descending Dragon Bay without going completely insane

By far one of the most beautiful landscapes on Earth can be savored while sitting on the deck of a boat in “Descending Dragon Bay,” otherwise known as Halong Bay, off the coast of North Vietnam. A beautiful ocean landscape, Halong Bay is riddled with the kind of limestone karsts you find jutting out of the waters in Krabi, Thailand – only it is said to be even more dramatic and…

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Added by Indochina Sails on May 17, 2012 at 3:30am — No Comments