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Beyond expectation service

posted on Mar 28, 2013

We booked a  Halong Bay  2 day/1 night on Indochina Sails and it was the highlight of our trip in Vietnam. Everything was smooth from the beginning to the end.  Halong Bay and Bai Tu Long Bay are so wonderful in its nature. The boat was spacious and nicely...

Sailing Halong Bay

posted on Mar 15, 2013

In my hometown of Vancouver, we take topography for granted; we’re spoiled by scenery. Moving to Bangkok, your perspective changes; scenery morphs into concrete. Traveling out of Bangkok reminds you how much you miss a “nice view”. Traveling to Ha Long Bay reminds you that...

Indochina Sails Recommends Tips for Female Travel

posted on Mar 6, 2013 about Halong Bay guide,Indochina sails,luxury cruises,Vietnam travel tips,Wome

  The International Women's Day is coming soon. On this occasion, Indochina Sails - the most  luxury cruise  & safest in Halong Bay sending to all women over the world love and wishes your day is as unique and special as you are!  Vietnam...

Halong Bay - How to Choose your Junk

posted on Feb 19, 2013 about Halong Bay

  Halong Bay , Vietnam is AMAZING and completely worth the time and effort to plan. Before going, do put some time and effort into choosing what tour you do, as this will make a big difference to whether you come back raving about your trip or warning others not to make the mistakes...

TET - the biggest festival in Vietnam

posted on Jan 31, 2013 about Vietnam

TET, Vietnamese New Year, occurs somewhere in the last ten days of January or the first twenty days of February, nearly halfway between winter solstice and spring equinox. This year (2013), Vietnam celebrates Tet on Feb 10th as the first day of the Lunar New Year. Although the Lunar New Year...

The Fishermen of Halong Bay, Vietnam

posted on Jan 23, 2013 about Halong Bay, Vietnam

  “We live in a wonderful world that is full of beauty, charm and adventure. There is no end to the adventures we can have if only we seek them with our eyes open.” – Jawaharial Nehru Mesmerizing panoramas of limestone karsts often covered with lush green...

Halong Bay's sunset praised on CNN

posted on Jan 16, 2013 about Halong Bay

  Thanks to its unique beauty,  Halong Bay  was selected as one of Asia’s top five tropical island paradises which possess the most beautiful sunset.   Sunset over Ha Long Bay With this spirit of maritime adventure in mind, CNN...

Indochina Sails attends International Tourism Fair

posted on Jan 10, 2013 about Hanoi, Vietnam

Indochina Sails  announces to attend the International Tourism Fair in Spain from January 30, 2013 to February 3, 2013. We welcomes all attendees to discuss about the possibilities of working together.   Indochina Sails is the first and biggest company to...

Christmas atmosphere is everywhere in Vietnam

posted on Dec 21, 2012 about halong bay

How is Christmas in Vietnam celebrated?  Despite Christmas not being traditionally celebrated in Vietnam, the Christmas spirit has certainly arrived in recent years, with decorations proudly lacing many an office and apartment building. Today, Christmas is one of the major festivals in...

Tips for cruising with children in Halong Bay

posted on Dec 14, 2012 about Halong bay

It is a great experience when your family can spend time travelling together. However, travelling with children can cause some difficulties for parents. Here are some tips that parents should know when joining a   cruise   in Halong Bay: Preparation...

Ha Long Week aims at European market

posted on Nov 24, 2012 about halong bay, vietnam

The Ha Long Week 2012 will take place in the northern province of Quang Ninh from November 27-30 at Ha long city, with a focus on European market. During the week, participants and European tourists will have the chance to enjoy art and cultural programmes, join a picture drawing competition on...

Enjoy Lobsters When Visiting Halong Bay

posted on Nov 24, 2012 about halong bay

When you are on your favourite Vietnam Tours and you think you have marvelled enough on the beauty of Halong Bay, then you have only satisfied one of your senses. Of course the landscape, the emerald sea, the more or less 2000 limestone karst and the beautiful junk boat cruises leave nothing...

Sa Sung in Halong

posted on Nov 10, 2012 about halong bay

There are many special foods in Ha Long Bay . Almost people will talk about Sa Sung firstly when talk about special food here.  Sa sung (Vietnamese: Sá sùng) is a kind of sea worn. It is found in some sea areas in Vietnam such as: Quang Ninh, Hai Phong, Con...

Special Foods In Halong Bay

posted on Nov 10, 2012 about Halong Bay, Vietnam

  Culinary is one of part that can’t miss in each of trip. When travelling to any destination, most of tourist not only visit beauty spots, search about cultural, historical values but also discovery and enjoy culinary there. In facts, they often use a significant time to enjoy...

Vietnam wants waterway tourism safety

posted on Oct 25, 2012 about Halong Bay, Vietnam

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...

Kayaking in Halong Bay – Things to know

posted on Oct 12, 2012 about Halong Bay, Vietnam

Halong Bay attracts thousands of passengers every month. Nearly five hundred  cruises  run every day and hundreds of passengers stay on board every night. Halong Bay is famous for its natural beauty and thousands of limestone islands and islets. When you are on ...

Halong Bay_Unbelieve!

posted on Oct 5, 2012 about Halong Bay Vietnam

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...

Vietnam Mid Autumn_The children's festival

posted on Sep 26, 2012 about Vietnam

  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. Vietnamese families plan their activities around their children on this special day. In...

Great 3 day trip through Halong Bay!

posted on Sep 11, 2012 about halong bay. vietnam

Coppy right Blogger BertBo  Amsterdam   , The  Netherlands  We had booked a 3 day trip through  Halong   Bay  with  Indochina Sails   on board of their Indochina Sails 1 or 2 and we stayed in two  Superior  rooms. A good mid...

My Heart is still in Halong Bay

posted on Sep 7, 2012 about Halong Bay, Vietnam

“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...

If your cruise is canceled in Halong Bay!

posted on Aug 30, 2012 about Halong Bay, Vietnam

  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...

Indochina Sails kicks off hot offer for the Summer

posted on Aug 23, 2012 about Halong Bay, Vietnam

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,...

Visiting Vong Vieng floating village in Halong bay

posted on Aug 21, 2012 about Halong Bay ,Vietnam

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 Vieng and Cap La, A village of...

Best cruise in Halong Bay, How to select!

posted on Aug 13, 2012 about Halong Bay, Vietnam

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...

Preserve and promote Halong Bay

posted on Aug 7, 2012 about Halong Bay

On 24th 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.  ...

Well worth the premium over the budget cruises!

posted on Jul 31, 2012 about Halong Bay

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...

Halong Bay islets

posted on Jul 22, 2012 about Halong Bay

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 Long so, and its handle was broken....

Luxury Cruise through Historic Halong Bay

posted on Jul 13, 2012

  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...

Ha Long Bay announces hot-line for tourism

posted on Jul 11, 2012 about Halong, Vietnam

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...

Daily life in the Halong Bay

posted on Jul 5, 2012

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 of Halong  which is not well-known, that...

Discovering Halong Bay by Kayaking

posted on Jun 18, 2012 about Halong Bay

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...

The Beauty of Halong Bay

posted on Jun 12, 2012 about 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,...

Indochina Sails - Luxury Cruises on Halong Bay

posted on May 31, 2012

  One hundred and seventy kilometers from Hanoi, in northeastern Vietnam, Halong Bay  is a UNESCO World Natural Heritage website and undoubtedly 1 of the most gorgeous locations on earth. The bay is a magical blend of land and sea with thousands of limestone islands and...

Beautiful boat for a great tour

posted on May 24, 2012 about Vietnam

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...

Tips for enjoying Descending Dragon Bay

posted on May 8, 2012 about Vietnam

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...

Ways of Saving Money on Halong Bay Cruises

posted on May 3, 2012 about Vietnam

Going on  Halong Bay cruises  is one of the best ways to enjoy a vacation with loved ones. However, these  cruises  can be a bit expensive. Hence, you need to know of some of the ways to keep the costs of going for Halong Bay cruises low. This will make your vacation...

Indochina Sails Cruise chosen as "Dream Hotel"

posted on Apr 16, 2012 about Vietnam

  The popular, long-running German movie series called “Das Traumhotel” was filmed on  Indochina Sails . The series of movies Das Traumhotel, which translates in English to “Dream Hotel”, features 5-Star properties from all over the world in which to set the...

Indochina Sails kicks off the Promotion 2012

posted on Apr 8, 2012 about Halong, Vietnam

  This promotion is valid from May 1st, 2012 to September 30th, 2012 2Days 1Night cruise: Superior Double:  448 USD/cabin (for 2 adults) Superior Single:  338 USD/cabin (for 1 adults) Deluxe Double:  500 USD/cabin (for 2 adults)...

How to Choose a Ship for Halong Bay Luxury Cruises

posted on Apr 4, 2012 about Halong, Vietnam

There are so many ships that can take you on  Halong Bay  luxury cruises. Since you pay a lot to go on these Halong luxury cruises, you need to ensure that you get value for your money. There are a few things that you can look out for when you are choosing the best  Halong...

Ha Long Bay to focus on safe tourism

posted on Mar 28, 2012 about Halong Bay, Vietnam

  Ha Long Bay  has seen a boom in tourism over the last two months, as a result, authorities in Quang Ninh Province are paying special heed to ensure safety and security for visitors and implementing measures to protect the environment. Ever since Ha Long Bay was listed...

Halong Bay Treasures the Caves of the Dragon

posted on Mar 21, 2012 about Halong, Vietnam

Vietnam  is one of the most beautiful countries of Southeast Asia and one of the most popular destinations for European tourists. Among its natural landscapes the Halong Bay in the north of the nation, continues to surprise visitors from around the world. The Vietnamese call this...

Discover of Ha Long Bay in your own style

posted on Mar 13, 2012 about Halong Bay, Vietnam

Have you already started planning for next vacation? If you are planning to spend the vacation outside the country, you can think about Vietnam, especially Ha Long Bay. About Ha Long Bay Ha Long Bay has been declared as world heritage by UNESCO and now has been...

Discover of Ha Long Bay in your own style

posted on Mar 13, 2012

Have you already started planning for next vacation? If you are planning to spend the vacation outside the country, you can think about Vietnam, especially Ha Long Bay. About Ha Long Bay Ha Long Bay has been declared as world heritage by UNESCO and now has been...

Halong is magical no matter the weather

posted on Mar 7, 2012 about Halong Bay, Vietnam

I’ve been haunted by  Halong Bay  for years. This beautiful spot on the north coast of Vietnam screams ‘dream holiday’ from every photo, with its famous blue skies, clear seas and towering limestone columns. We ignored the hundreds of touts offering...

Indochina Sails announces to attend ITB Berlin

posted on Mar 1, 2012 about Berlin, Germany

  Indochina Sails fleet of six newly built wooden junks is designed to combine the very best of traditional styling and contemporary luxury. We provide our passengers with a sumptuous "home away from home” in which to enjoy the spectacular scenery of Halong Bay, Vietnam....

Sung Sot -one of most beautiful caves in the world

posted on Feb 22, 2012 about Halong Bay

  Sung Sot (Amazing) cave, one of the largest caves in  Ha Long Bay , has been selected as one of the world’s ten most beautiful caves by the Association of Tourism Offices and Brokers in the Czech Republic. According to the Association, Sung Sot cave is...

The stunning Halong Bay

posted on Feb 19, 2012 about Halong Bay, Vietnam

Luxury cruising through the stunning  Halong Bay , swimming in turquoise waters, lazing on island beaches, kayaking through caves, cocktails on deck - for me anyway - and amazing 6 course meals.... such has been our lot for the last few days. It's a hard life!...

Halong Bay - A Impressive Holiday Experience

posted on Feb 16, 2012

  Halong Bay  is a very popular travel and leisure destination. It’s location is in the Quang Ninh province of Vietnam and is also acknowledged as being a UNESCO World Heritage site. It is a body of ocean of roughly one thousand five hundred square kilometres in...