Once we finally got to Hanoi airport, we were advised to get additional VISA photos done. We didn't have enough money for them and there was no ATM so Dad pleaded with customs to let him through and get some more money. It took dad 20 minutes in the security line, then 20 minutes getting the cash. We finally got our VISA photos & left the airport.
Hanoi and Halong Bay have been great places even though we were only there for 4 days & 3 nights. We went to some great places & have stayed in a very nice hotel. The hotel staff have been very kind & helpful just like all the other local vietnamese people.
Cyclo-Rickshaw:
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| It isn't really that cold |
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| Lots and lots of motorbikes |
Vietnam Museum of Ethnology:
Playground near Museum:
Caves and Halong Bay:
We also had a 2 day trip to Halong Bay which involved a night on board a Vietnamese boat, with food included & activities planned. The activities involved visiting a cave and night fishing - I caught a squid!
Night Fishing:
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| No Bait, so we used corn from dinner |
Cooking Class - making spring rolls:
Anna trying new foods (Dragon Fruit):
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| Getting ready |
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Markets on the way back from Halong:
Train from Hanoi to Hue
We had to catch a 14 hour overnight train from Hanoi to Hue. The taxi did not arrive and Martin from the hotel helped us with our bags to the train in the dark and rain - about 1.5km - we only just made it! The train was great although Mum didn't sleep so well as she felt she was on night watch protecting us from any creepy mozzies and cockroaches!
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| Nice Beard :) |
