Ha Long Bay | Traveling Humans

/ DESTINATION #52 /

HALONG BAY

/ OCTOBER 24–27, 2017 /

One of the main attractions in Vietnam is Halong Bay. We decided to splurge on a two-night cruise, and we were glad we did.

Our luxurious ride to Halong

I may have fallen asleep

On the way, we were taken to a craft workshop/massive tourist center, where we were encouraged to buy art and jewelry and snacks.

The embroidery was pretty cool

Brandon tried to talk me into getting this dress.

We were also taken to a water puppet show, where we had lunch.

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Riding to the boat

Another ride to the boat

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Our luggage was delivered for us — so fancy.

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Brandon playing Rummikub with some German passengers (plus Denise, right, who is Dutch).

Breakfast on deck: chicken noodle soup

Kayaking around the bay

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This fisherman was rowing with his feet

Denise and Mathijs

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Brandon and this 10-year-old girl were the only ones brave enough to swim around the boat. There were jellyfish everywhere; we had people stationed around to yell at them if they came close to one.

Making pork rolls in our onboard cooking class

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Napkin hats. You can't take us anywhere.

Our tour guide explaining the next day's schedule

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Meals were delicious

Exploring a cave

Our ship from the distance

The view from outside our cabin

Relaxing with my Pringles

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Swimming with jellyfish again

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We took an excursion to a floating fishing village.

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