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RE: 2 weeks August Hanoi--weather question

by oliverkr 31 May 2012

I have booked the hotel in Hanoi and stay in there for 4 days. I heard that it will be hot. But doesn't matter, I will visit Halong bay…
RE: 2 weeks August Hanoi--weather question

by ecotravelvietnam1 31 May 2012

August is the suitable time to make a visit in Vietnam with good weather. 2 weeks you can make a throughout Vietnam with Hanoi, Ha Long…
RE: Online Banking - Forgot Password

by Captain_Courageous 31 May 2012

> we're talking seroius dementia here, half the old codgers who subscribe here on TT can't even remember their own names, Ha! Ha! >Dementia…
Re: is November a good time for Vietnam and Cambodia travel?

by azvina 30 May 2012

Not sure about the weather in Cambodia, you may ask our travel agent there Mr. Rassmei at [http://www.absolutecambodia.com/|http://www.abso…
RE: Itinerary for 30 days in Vietnam and Easy Riders tour - advice please

by vegelion 30 May 2012

Totally agree with the above points. Cat Ba island is a complete and utter waste of time. Especially if the weather is bad. But even if…
RE: Lonely Plant Vs Rough Guide

by JJack 29 May 2012

To be perfectly honest it really doesn't make any difference. Both books will list the same attractions and things to do. Both will list…
RE: Itinerary for 30 days in Vietnam and Easy Riders tour - advice please

by vinnnn 29 May 2012

Well, you've definitely managed to pick all 8 of the top 8 tourist destinations in Vietnam... I would: 1. Skip Cat Ba island and jus…
Itinerary for 30 days in Vietnam and Easy Riders tour - advice please

by Vics1985 29 May 2012

Hi all, We are planning an 8 month trip around Asia, and have had some really helpful advice on the China leg of the trip at the beginnin…
RE: Hanoi in December- too cold for Halong Bay cruise?

by ecotravelvietnam1 29 May 2012

Although December is the cold month in Vietnam, it is the peak time for tourism. Normally it is cold so you cannot swimming. However,…
Re: Halong Bay Cruises on a Budget (Party Cruise & Dugong)

by Staltz 28 May 2012

Halong bay is Halong bay, no other way to say it, its one of the most beautiful places in the world and its only worsened by its huge…
RE: Street vendors really pushing their luck

by DancesWithGoats 27 May 2012

We only managed to hit HCMC,Hue,Hanoi,Sapa, and Halong Bay as we were on a tight schedule , but what we saw was enough to make us start…
Re: 3 Guys - 10 weeks - India and SE Asia - Budget / Itinerary Advice

by cltnative 27 May 2012

To the Wolfpackers, I just recently came back from India for 6 weeks and SE Asia for 3+months. Here is what I'd recommend based only…
Re: HaLong Bay: "Ha Long Party Cruise" or "Lotus Gold"

by Chats83 27 May 2012

Hey there, I am also looking to book a Ha Long Bay cruise today.. I'm staying in the Old Quarter in Hanoi and came completely unprepared…
Re: Hanoi in December- too cold for Halong Bay cruise?

by Monja16 25 May 2012

Thanks a lot for your advice everyone:)
RE: Hanoi in December- too cold for Halong Bay cruise?

by obione980 25 May 2012

larsay - I know many places where the sea is clean - by virtue of the fact that the authorities prohibit the discharge of shit into the…
Re: Hanoi in December- too cold for Halong Bay cruise?

by larsay 25 May 2012

You know a place where the sea is cleaned ???? Well, anyway, if you want a clean sea in Halong, don't go on the beaten "tracks" of the…
RE: Transportation from Halong bay to Siem Reap

by Francois 24 May 2012

The Hanoi - Siem Reap route is big business for Vietnam Airlines these days. For Tet you have to book seats two months in advance or…
RE: Hanoi in December- too cold for Halong Bay cruise?

by Francois 24 May 2012

You can still visit Halong Bay in December (or even January) and kayak - just don't jump into the water. The other factor is that although…
RE: Hanoi in December- too cold for Halong Bay cruise?

by maureenm 24 May 2012

Sadly I must agree with #4. The levels of visible pollution in Ha Long Bay sure take the edge off swimming plans and I can't imagine…
RE: Hanoi in December- too cold for Halong Bay cruise?

by obione980 24 May 2012

Be very careful about where you swim in Halong bay. the physical pollution of the water is unbelievable! Including large patches of what…
RE: Hanoi in December- too cold for Halong Bay cruise?

by huong_emilie 24 May 2012

Hi Monja 16, Halong Bay is a great destination which can provide you the most surpassing experiences of kayaking and swimming, but to…
Re: Hanoi in December- too cold for Halong Bay cruise?

by azvina 24 May 2012

Agree with HenningWessel! It will be very cold for swimming in Halong Bay at that time! It should be better if you plan in the beginning…
RE: Hanoi in December- too cold for Halong Bay cruise?

by HenningWessel 23 May 2012

Too cold for swimming.
Hanoi in December- too cold for Halong Bay cruise?

by Monja16 23 May 2012

Hi, I am planning a trip for next December and I'm a bit confused about the advice on 'when to visit'- this is supposed to be prime time…
RE: Transportation from Halong bay to Siem Reap

by Roadking95 23 May 2012

Many people fly there, daily flights with VN airlines, no need to go to Bangkok.