Category Archives: Guide to Ha Long Travel

The contrasting landscapes of Sapa and Ha Long Bay will make a surreal adventure
Ha Long Bay to Sapa: Direct Transfer or Via Hanoi?

Compare a direct Ha Long Bay to Sapa transfer with going via Hanoi. We’d choose [...]

18
Feb
What is Halong famous for?
What Is Ha Long Bay Famous For? Karst, Caves and UNESCO

Ha Long Bay is famous for its limestone karst seascape, UNESCO recognition, caves, landmark islets [...]

15
Feb
Ha Long to Da Nang route comparing Cat Bi flight, road and train options
Ha Long to Da Nang: Flights, Distance & Best Route

Plan Ha Long to Da Nang by Cat Bi flight, Hanoi connection, bus or train. [...]

14
Feb
Ninh Binh to Ha Long Bay direct road transfer route
Ninh Binh to Ha Long Bay: Distance, Transfer Time & Best Route

Plan Ninh Binh to Ha Long Bay with direct road-transfer timing, distance, shared vs private [...]

03
Feb
Ha Long City waterfront and mainland attractions
Things to Do in Ha Long City: Sun World, Museums, Markets & Views

Choose things to do in Ha Long City by the time you actually have before [...]

02
Feb
Tra Bau fishing village, is located in the heart of Lan Ha Bay, near Cat Ba Island (Hai Phong).
Tra Bau, Lan Ha Bay: A Guide to the “Precious Tea” Lagoon

The magnificent Tra Bau area has emerged as the most tranquil and beautiful “secret enclave” [...]

01
Feb
Hon Co Island in the Ha Long Bay heritage area
Hon Co Island: Cave, Beach & Cruise Route Fit

Decide whether Hon Co Island is worth prioritising on your cruise. See how Thien Canh [...]

31
Jan
The fishing villages on Lan Ha Bay are charming floating communities, notably Cai Beo (the oldest fishing village) and Tra Bau, offering an authentic glimpse into the lives of fishermen amidst a majestic limestone landscape.
Lan Ha Bay Fishing Villages: A Guide to the “Soul of the Archipelago”

The fishing villages of Lan Ha Bay have transformed into the “Soul of the Archipelago.” [...]

30
Jan
Monkey Island, also known as Cat Dua Island, is a hidden gem in Lan Ha Bay, part of the Cat Ba archipelago.
Monkey Island, Lan Ha Bay: Your Guide to a Primate Paradise

Monkey Island (known locally as Cat Dua or Pineapple Island) stands as the premier wildlife [...]

29
Jan
Ha Long Bay limestone islands off the Quang Ninh coast in northeastern Vietnam
Where Is Ha Long Bay? Map, Hanoi, Cat Ba & Cruise Ports

Ha Long Bay is in Quang Ninh on Vietnam’s northeastern coast. See how it relates [...]

28
Jan
Queen Cable Car crossing Cua Luc Bay between Bai Chay and Sun Hills in Ha Long
Queen Cable Car Ha Long Bay 2026: Tickets, Hours & Views

The Ha Long Cable Car, also known as the Queen Cable Car, crosses Cua Luc [...]

27
Jan
Bai Chay Beach on the mainland side of Ha Long City
Bai Chay Beach: Is It Worth Adding Before or After Your Ha Long Cruise?

Bai Chay Beach works best as an easy mainland stop before or after a Ha [...]

26
Jan
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