Halong Bay is one of Vietnam's most stunning attractions. The name translates to "where the dragon descends," and, according to local legend, the bay's islands were formed when a dragon charged ...

The major city in North Vietnam is Hanoi and it is definitely worth a visit for one day, once. It is three hours inland. Staying at Halong Bay makes for a much more relaxing and exjoyable day.

Visit Ninh Binh and Tam Coc to discover spectacular limestone karsts, historic temples and rice paddies stretching beyond the horizon.