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Halong Bay Vietnam Cruise

There is a time when advise to visit Ha Long Bay, North Vietnam, which still retains its charm with all temperatures, with the sun and rain. However, November is the ideal month if you want a mild climate (between 21 and 26 degrees) and dry.

The name Ha Long means "descending dragon" and derives from a legend that at the time when the Vietnamese were fighting against the Chinese, the gods sent to the rescue of the dragons, who began to spit jewels that turned into a myriad of small islands rock to form a wall.

Been thinking about the Loch Ness monster? The magic of this bay is not very dissimilar. Surfing in Ha Long means immersing oneself in a quiet South China Sea, dotted with islands of sandstone, subject to the erosion of wind and sea, seem spiers and pinnacles. Sometimes, in the mist of early morning, you could really ask if you are in Vietnam or in Scotland. But when the sun is high and on the surface of the emerald sea are visible coral reefs, there is no doubt, can only be Ha Long.

From Hanoi is very easy to buy a package for a harbor cruise travel agencies. Usually a car will pick you up at the hotel and takes you to docking of the boat, the boats used are typical of the junks from the red sails draped. There are boats from two or more persons, depends a little 'to you: you might want to live intensely the mystery of the area or take advantage of the undeniable romance. Typically you will be accompanied by a guide who speaks English, at least two sailors and a cook. The food is always excellent and simple: crustaceans, fish and rice. You can surf, visit the caves and the larger islands, swim at dusk or at any other time of day. If the boat is yours second the crew willingly to your wishes: but Love Boat!

Asia Cruise Tours

Your interest in taking vacations on cruise lines will eventually lead you to the exotic continent of Asia. The dazzling culture and customs, glimmering white beaches, and fine cuisine will call to you like no other place in the world. See temples and statues from far back in history.

A cruise to Asia may just be the thing for you if you wish to explore exotic lands. There are many different cruise lines that offer trips to Asia, and all of them feature various itineraries to choose from.

One of the specific cruise lines that offer cruise travel to Asia is Crystal Cruises. They feature cruises that last anywhere from 11 to 16 days, and include many exciting adventures in Asia. They have four different excursion packages to choose from that include the Ancient Dynasties, Mysteries of Asia, Kingdoms of Jade & Gold, and the Exotic Asian Odyssey.

The Ancient Dynasties cruise lasts for two full weeks and includes trips to Honk Kong, Beijing, and Shanghai, China, Taipei, Taiwan, Kagoshima, Japan, as well as offering an “Adventures In Beijing” land tour once the cruise has completed.

The Mysteries of Asia excursion includes overnight stays in many cities including Nagasaki, Hong Kong, Shanghai, and Osaka. Optional land tours are also available with this particular cruise package.

The Kingdoms of Jade & Gold will take the traveler from Hong Kong to Singapore with several stops included, and this adventure lasts for a total of eleven days.

The Exotic Asian Odyssey goes to Thailand, Myanmar and India. It lasts for an extensive sixteen days and many land excursions are also available.

While cruising through the open sea you can enjoy the many amenities offered aboard the cruise ship. The ship can accommodate 940 guests, and features a full service fitness facility, a Jacuzzi and two swimming pools, a Caesar’s Palace casino, a teak Promenade Deck, and a wide variety of live entertainment and exquisite cuisine.

On any given night, or during the day for that matter, the entertainment choices seem virtually endless. On board entertainment choices include Broadway style shows, classical musicians, jugglers, ventriloquists, comedians, live jazz in the piano bar, dancing in a choice of lounges, a movie theater which features new and recently released motion pictures, as well as offering lectures on such topics as golf, gambling, health & fitness and so much more.

Some cruises that travel to Asia also have stops in Hawaii, and these will allow you to enjoy island life for a day before setting off on the Pacific Ocean as you head towards Hong Kong. While many cruises that offer a stop over in Hong Kong have predetermined land excursions that all passengers must participate in, other cruises allow passengers to plan their own day trips while in Hong Kong. If your cruise affords you this worthwhile opportunity, one of the things that you must see is Victoria Peak. Victoria Peak is in essence a mountain that features magnificent restaurants, wonderful shopping, and the most gorgeous views in all of Hong Kong. The top of Victoria Peak can be reached by taking the Peak Tram, which will afford you the opportunity to see all that the Peak has to offer as you make your way to the top.

A cruise to Asia is in no doubt something that you will never forget, no matter what your destination will be.