What a week it's been. We have been unable until now to access our blog to update because the friendly folk at gmail shut us down due to 'suspicious activity'! But all's good now (thanks Andre!)
Hanoi was hectic. There were more motorbikes than you can imagine and absolutely no road rules. It was truly an adventure just to cross the street. The trick is to look one way only and keep a steady pace. The traffic will dodge you as long as you make your intentions clear!
Our 3 days in Hanoi included a cyclo trip around the 'old quarter', an introduction to street eating and an education in being hustled.
We then took a 3hr bus trip to beautiful halong bay and with a seafood lunch and boat cruise around the limestone pillars. We also visited some caves, did a mountain trek on Cat Ba Island and took a hydrofoil to the busy sea port of Haiphong.
After a 13 hr overnight train trip we arrived in Hue where it was raining and didn't stop for the next three days. We took a motorbike tour of the countryside which was the highlight of the trip so far. We are currenty in Hoi An where the shopping and food are amazing. Tiana had a dress tailored for $22.
We're off to Nha Trang on Tuesday where hopefully the weather will be more permitting for some snorkel action. We'll keep you posted!
Ain't nothing like it is there?! Almost no time constraints, money in your pocket and a thirst for adventure make for the best holiday ever! The photo is great by the way. Look forward to keeping tabs on your movements and am soooo happy for you both. Lots of love, Pam xxxx
ReplyDeletehey guys i hope ur having lots of fun missing you. the photo's look great. love jel
ReplyDeleteLoving the photos...Looks like you're having a fab time!!! Coz im TNT....im dynamite!!! hahaha
ReplyDeleteMissing you both heaps and glad ur safe and sound. All is well in Wag digity dog:)
Luv Gem and Kell Kell xoxo