Podcasts about ha long bay

¡Uves, moteros! Bienvenidos a un nuevo episodio de A Punta de Gas, donde Jose González (@damerueda) charla con Where_is_Esther, una motociclista de 57 años que no para de sorprendernos. Desde Tailandia, con el bikini aún puesto y lista para una fiesta lunar, Esther nos cuenta cómo llevó audífonos a niños sordos en Vietnam y recorrió el país en una Honda 125. ¿Resultado? Una historia brutal de solidaridad, aventura y carreteras salvajes. ¡Arrancamos! En este episodio: • Proyecto Solidario: Sester, junto a Roberto Peregrín y Alejandro, entregó audífonos a 29 niños sordos en Vietnam. Momentos emocionantes, como el de una niña que guardó una chuchería para su hermana, y planes para logopedia con profesoras locales. • Aventura en Moto: De Hanoi a Ha Long Bay, bordeando China hasta Ban Gioc y bajando por la Ho Chi Minh Road y Ha Giang Loop. Niebla, caminos off-road, frío y encuentros con la gente rural vietnamita. ¡Incluye vacas, perros en jaulas y pasos de montaña de infarto! • Tailandia y Más: Esther vendió su BMW y ahora explora islas tailandesas sin moto. Próximo reto: tripulante en un barco por el mar. ¿Bali, Filipinas o Japón? ¡Sin plan fijo, pura libertad! • Extra: Buceo (¡superó su miedo al agua!), anécdotas culturales y un final caótico por cortes técnicos. ¡Improvisación al estilo Dame Rueda! Encuéntranos en: • Whatsapp: +34 644 020 615 | wa.me/34644020615 • Email: Damerueda@gmail.com • Tienda: latostadora.com/shop/damerueda/ • YouTube: youtube.com/@damerueda • Instagram Dame Rueda: acortar.link/bqWGOu • Instagram Bicho Raro: instagram.com/bichoraro_damerueda/ • Instagram Diez-Once: instagram.com/diezonce_damerueda/ • Facebook: facebook.com/damerueda • Telegram: t.me/dameruedagrupo • Blog: damerueda.home.blog/ • TikTok: tiktok.com/@damerueda Timestamps (aproximados) • 00:00 - Intro y bienvenida desde Tailandia • 05:00 - Proyecto solidario: audífonos en Vietnam • 20:00 - Viaje en moto por Vietnam • 40:00 - Tailandia, buceo y planes futuros • 55:00 - Despedida (¡con cortes técnicos!) Suscríbete y déjanos tu comentario. ¿Qué te parece la vida sin plan de Where_is_Esther? ¡Uves y cuidadín ahí fuera! #APuntaDeGas, #WhereisEsther, #MotosVietnam, #ProyectoSolidario, #ViajeEnMoto, #Tailandia, #AventuraMotera, #VietnamRutas, #Buceo, #Mototurismo, #LibertadEnMoto, #DameRueda

Click here for Adventure Travel inspiration from our friends at Explore Worldwide. Don't Just Travel, Explore."Hanoi is this magical blend of chaos and serenity—you'll never want to leave."  - Klair SimpsonHaving this episode with Klair was an absolute delight—a perfect blend of nostalgia and discovery. Hearing Klair's unique journey, from arriving in Hanoi on a whim to becoming a local expert and food influencer, was both inspiring and eye-opening. Her insights into how Hanoi's culture, tourism, and food scene have evolved over the years gave me a fresh perspective on a city I thought I already knew so well. It reminded me of the magic that Hanoi holds, from the chaotic charm of Train Street to the serenity of Halong Bay, and how it continues to captivate both newcomers and long-term residents alike. Klair's passion for sharing her love of Hanoi is infectious, and it made me fall in love with the city all over again. - Niall MackayKey Takeaways:Train Street Magic - A thrilling combination of local charm and tourist allure, where a train rushes through narrow streets lined with cozy cafes.Hanoi's Foodie Paradise - Discover Hanoi's culinary gems, from the famous Bun Cha to the divisive Bun Dao Mam Tom.The Allure of Halong Bay - Why this UNESCO World Heritage Site remains a must-see, even after multiple visits.Cultural Evolution Post-COVID - The shift in Hanoi's tourism demographic from backpackers to families and older travelers.Bia Hoi Culture - The unique experience of enjoying freshly brewed, ultra-affordable beer while mingling with locals.Chapters & Timestamps:04:30 – Klair's journey: From the UK to Hanoi.13:00 – The timeless beauty of Halong Bay.21:30 – Post-COVID tourism in Hanoi: What's changed?26:10 – Train Street: Controversy and charm.30:20 – Foodie Heaven: Must-try dishes in Hanoi.34:00 – The Bia Hoi experience: Hanoi's beer culture.41:00 – Exploring Hanoi: Unique neighborhoods and cultural gems."Send me a message!"Support the show

For our first destination episode of Season 3, follow along as Carli describes the Girls Who Travel group trip to Vietnam! From Hanoi to Ho Chi Minh City (and everywhere in between), follow along with the 15 lucky ladies who got to explore Vietnam with GWT and listen along for plenty of tips to plan your own trip to Vietnam!

There are a few places on Earth where a photograph fails to convey the scale and magnificence of the location. One is the Grand Canyon. Another is Ha Long Bay in Vietnam - a magical, otherworldly archipelago for many miles, with aquamarine waters contrasted against 2,000 towering limestone islands. I was born in Vietnam and spent nearly all my childhood outside the U.S., including in Southeast Asia. In November I visited the region to scope out a possible documentary. Most everything in Vietnam is inexpensive: meals, lodgings, getting around. An abundant and delicious dinner can be $2 to $4. A bottle of cold beer or a cup of rich Vietnamese coffee is about $1.25. That may not be as surprising if you know that the average Vietnamese earns about $3,600 a year. I opted to visit a less-traveled part of Ha Long Bay known as Bai Tu Bay, ferried on a boat that mirrored a Chinese junk from few centuries ago. The handful of passengers hailed from Germany, France, New Zealand, Switzerland, Lake Tahoe and Missouri. It intrigued me to learn that the six people who were from Germany (Bavaria, Berlin and the German part of Switzerland) each spoke such different dialects that they could barely communicate with one another, even though Germany is about the size of New Mexico. The quiet and stillness of the bay was quite a contrast to the whirlwind of Hanoi, with its millions of coruscating motor scooters, often with a family of four perched atop one of them, in a universe with its own traffic laws. There are few crosswalks or traffic lights, and scarcely room on sidewalks. You forge ahead as if plunging into a school of fish. Bai Tu Long Bay Bai Tu Long Bay Hanoi Hoi An Hoi An Ninh Binh Ninh Binh I was blessed to visit the Ninh Binh area, a Ha Long Bay on land, where you can coast in a small boat through rural scenery, including caves. Each boat can hold four passengers and, by chance, I was paired with two young women from Hanoi attired in colorful, traditional attire. They must have taken a thousand phone selfies each during the 2½ hour ride. I offered to take a couple of photos of them together with their phones, in their traditional attire, in that fairytale landscape. Another stop was the ancient town of Hoi An, a well-preserved trading port dating to the 15th century that is lit with silk lanterns at night. Each evening, boats of all shapes and sizes cruise the river through town, bedecked with lanterns and holiday lights. It's quite a sight when the moon is full. I learned only late in her life that my mother had a true love in Vietnam (not my father) but ended the affair to stay in her marriage and with her children. This was during the Vietnam War, and the man was an American journalist for The New York Times and Time, among other publications. He died in a plane crash there in 1965, at age 31. When my mother died a few years ago, I took some of her ashes to his grave in upstate New York. My mother held him in her memory for another 57 years. I also brought some of her ashes on this journey to Vietnam to lay at the scene, as it were, of some of the happier moments of her life.

Vietnam was never in our original plans when we set off around the world. But oh how we are delighted to now be here and having a fantastic time.We headed to Ha Long bay for a 3 day 2 night cruise aboard the Dragon Legend 2 and it did not dissapoint.The kids had a blast, the food was tremendous and the scenery spectaular.Hope you enjoy the chat with Rocky, Sky, Abs and Nashy on all things Halong bay.Follow us around the world!Insta - @the_getafterit_familyNashy @getafterit_nashy Supported by www.saltrock.comwww.yeti.comwww.vango.co.uk Please follow, subscribe and share as we travel the world!

You've heard us share our travel stories and tips, but today we're introducing you to three incredible women who help make Travel Mom Squad possible. Megan, Traci, and Claire aren't just our teammates—they're passionate travelers and moms with their own inspiring journeys in the world of points and miles. In this episode, we dive into how they got started, their favorite travel wins, and what keeps them motivated to help families travel better. Hit play to hear their stories! Megan: From Student to Digital Manager Megan is the glue that holds our team together, managing everything from card consultations to staying on top of the best credit card offers. A longtime points and miles enthusiast, Megan took her first points-funded trip to China in 2014, booking round-trip flights and two weeks of hotels for free! Fast forward to today, and she's orchestrating epic family adventures, including a two-week trip to Hawaii and Australia. Her advice? Don't be afraid to expand your plans. As Megan says, “We were already halfway to Australia, so why not go all the way?” Traci: The Fact-Checking Pro Traci's role is all about keeping our blog and content accurate and compliant, but her travel experience is just as impressive. She's been in the points and miles game for over a decade and even introduced Jess to this world! Traci shared highlights from her family's DIY around-the-world trip, pieced together with points and miles. From art tours in Milan to a luxury cruise in Ha Long Bay, Traci's travel philosophy is all about maximizing memories while balancing practicality. And yes, she admits economy ankles are real—but so is the joy of exploring new destinations! Claire: Building Memories with Birthday Trips As our Facebook community manager, Claire is a familiar face to anyone in our group. But did you know she started her points journey by buying Travel Mom Squad's course for herself? Since then, Claire has turned family birthdays into opportunities for travel. Her next adventure? Taking her oldest to London and Paris for senior photos—a dream trip made possible with points. The Takeaway: Your Team, Your Inspiration What makes Travel Mom Squad special isn't just the places we've been—it's the team behind the scenes, working to help you unlock the magic of points and miles.  Whether you're new to points or a seasoned pro, this episode will inspire you to dream big, plan smart, and keep making memories with your family. Tune in now to hear their stories and start thinking about your next adventure!   Links: Join Our FREE Webinar, Learn How To Travel Nearly Free!  https://travelmomsquad.lpages.co/freevacation Links For All Things Travel Mom Squad: stan.store/travelmomsquad   Episode Minute By Minute: 01:15 – Megan's role at TMS and how she got started with points and miles 07:00 – Megan's most memorable family trip and how points made it possible 15:30 – Traci's background in points and miles and her favorite travel style 22:45 – Traci's incredible DIY around-the-world trip with her family 33:00 – Claire's introduction: How she discovered TMS and her role as the Facebook community manager 41:00 – Claire's approach to birthday trips and favorite points-based travel moments

As promised I tell you about the 50 countries I have visited in my life so far. In this episode I tell you about my visit to Cambodia and how hard it was. I documented my experiences in YouTube vlogs. You can find these here: - Ha Long Bay, Vietnam & Traveling to Cambodia - Struggles in Phnom Penh, Cambodia - Sightseeing in Phnom Penh, Cambodia Travel: I book all my travels with Expedia. Check it out for yourself: https://expedia.com/affiliate/dhK8Z6z Finances: Check out the Revolut app! Absolutely perfect for people that travel a lot! Use my referral code when signing up: https://revolut.com/referral/?referral-code=christq7h5!AUG2-24-AR Poker: Do you want to improve your poker game and support this channel? Then use this link to sign up to Raise Your Edge: https://www.raiseyouredge.com/amember/aff/go/grin5ekatze Get in touch with NICE & SUNNY: - YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/niceandsunny - Instagram: @niceandsunny - Twitter: @niceandsunny - Facebook: NICE & SUNNY - TikTok: @niceandsunny

Send us a textIn this episode we delve into the vibrant yet often misunderstood city of Hanoi. While it is the capital, it often serves more as a transit point for travellers to visit other places like Halong Bay, Ninh Binh and Sapa. This is an opportunity to see Hanoi in a whole new light.I hope you enjoy this insightful conversation with my close associate, Ha (Hannah), a proud Hanoian with deep roots in the city.Spoiler Alert: In the show we don't walk the well-trodden tourist paths of Hanoi. We go below the surface to uncover its Christian background: Coffee culture, and the history behind the collective living quarters of Hanoi and how the Doi Moi period has shaped Hanoi and essentially the Vietnam you are visiting today.00:05:31 - Update on Typhoon Yagi 00:12:00 - Discovering Hanoi Below the Surface 00:18:19 -  Catholic Heritage 00:22:15 -  Coffee Culture 00:34:03 - Collective Living Quarters in Hanoi 00:36:26 - The Doi Moi Period Tours Churches tour,  Please email me whataboutvietnam@gmail.comYagi – AppealsLinks UNICEF - Blue Dragon Link - The Collective living quarters Half a million coffee shopshttps://en.vietnamplus.vn/vietnam-home-to-half-a-million-coffee-shops-post292030.vnpVietnam rises from deep povertyBook  -The Bridge Generation of Việt Nam (Spanning Wartime to Boomtime)Dau Thuy Ha & Nancy K Napier Other Hanoi Episodes - S3-E9, S4-E9, S4-E10,Thank you to Jack Soloman Photography for his contribution. The best way to connect with me is not via text, it is through the website www.whataboutvietnam.com website and email.Thank you for listening. Do not send TEXT as I am unable to respond directly. Please email whataboutvietnam@gmail.com Keep abreast of news on our social pages on FB, IG,LinkedIn and TikTokWe'd love a review on your podcast channel.Let me design your #customised #private tour of Vietnam - See our Travel ServicesDo you need a #Dental Procedure? Why not find out what's possible through our Dental and #Cosmetic Medical partner Worldwide Beauty Hospital. Mention #whataboutvietnam to receive 5% discount at Worldwide Beauty Hospital

Welcome to another inspiring episode of The Lucy Liu Show, your go-to podcast for fueling your mind, business, and life. Hosted by the ever-energetic and insightful Lucy Liu, this episode dives into the powerful benefits of taking a break from social media. Lucy begins by sharing her personal experience of taking the summer off to recharge during a family vacation to Taiwan and Vietnam. She highlights the beauty of Ha Long Bay and the joy of disconnecting from the digital world. Are you considering a social media hiatus? Lucy outlines five compelling reasons to take a break: Clarity: Discover newfound clarity in your values, goals, and strengths. Learn why clarity is priceless and crucial for reaching your full potential. Improved Mood: Understand how reducing social media time can boost your mental health, decrease depression, and enhance overall well-being. Increased Confidence: Avoid the comparison trap and focus on your own achievements. Embrace the confidence that comes with appreciating your journey. Gratitude: Shift your focus to the good things in your life and cultivate deeper gratitude, leading to more joy and resilience. New Possibilities: Explore new hobbies, get extra sleep, or start a new project with the time saved from scrolling through social media. Lucy also shares her top tip for successfully taking a social media break: removing apps from your phone and setting a clear timeframe for your return. She encourages listeners to be mindful of how they feel during the break and to create a positive social media environment upon their return. Join Lucy in this enlightening episode as she empowers you to take control of your life, embrace clarity, and enjoy a fulfilling social media break. Don't miss out on practical advice and motivational insights designed to help you lead a more joyful and accomplished life. Connect with Lucy: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mslucyliu Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/mslucyliu Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/mslucyliu LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mslucyliu TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@mslucyliu YouTube: https://youtube.com/@mslucyliu Website: https://www.lucyliucoaching.com Podcast: https://www.lucyliucoaching.com/podcast   Wanna double your confidence in 30 seconds?  Get the ultimate secret here: http://www.confidentandepic.com  

In this episode of "Sleepless in Singapore," I recount the continuation of my Southeast Asia trip, focusing on my experiences in Vietnam. I remember opting for a cheap flight from Bangkok to Hanoi, which, in hindsight, I regret due to the discomfort and long queues. Upon arriving in Hanoi, I stayed in a charming boutique hotel in the old quarter, where the hospitality was heartwarming. My first night in Hanoi was memorable, not just for the delicious local food like pomelo salad and pho, but also for a pivotal text from my friend Nikki, which eventually led me to cut my trip short and return to Germany for a new job opportunity. Exploring Hanoi, I was captivated by the city's vibrant street life, where tiny chairs and Heineken beers became the backdrop for life-changing conversations. My journey took me to significant sites like the Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum and the Hoa Lo prison, where history felt both real and surreal. A bus tour to Sapa introduced me to the lush, green rice fields and the warm hospitality of a homestay, despite the muddy trails. My adventure concluded with a visit to a quieter bay near Halong Bay, where the beauty was somewhat overshadowed by the throngs of tourists. Returning to Hanoi, I treated myself to a luxurious stay by West Lake, offering a peaceful end to my Vietnamese escapade.

In this episode of 'The Vacay Podcast', Sophie Jackson sits down with Robyn, the Owner/Director of Helloworld Mornington, to explore the wonders of Vietnam and Cambodia. Together, they delve into the awe-inspiring Temples of Angkor in Siem Reap and reflect on the poignant history of the Killing Fields and S21 in Phnom Penh. They discuss the serene experience of cruising the Mekong Delta and the charm of staying in the ancient town of Hoi An. Listeners will be taken on a journey through the historic streets of the old capital Hue, enjoy a walking tour of Hanoi, and discover the breathtaking beauty of Halong Bay with options for a 2 or 3-day cruise. This episode promises a deep dive into the rich culture, history, and stunning landscapes of Vietnam and Cambodia. Tune in to 'The Vacay Podcast' for an unforgettable journey through this beautiful destination, brought to you by nib & helloworld.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this weeks episode of the Bucket Lister Podcast Keith exploring Vietnam with a Bucket List group and we get to hear all about it.From Hanoi to Sapa to Ha Long Bay, Hai An and finally Ho Chi Minh City.Enjoy the episode and hopefully gives you some inspiration to visit Vietnam———————————————We are The Bucket List Company. Welcome to our Podcast, where wanderlust and inspiration meet practical tips and information for all of the top adventure travel destinations around the world.FOLLOW US:Instagram: https://instagram.com/the_bucketlist_coFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/bucketlistcompanyOfficial Website: https://thebucketlistcompany.co.uk/———————————————#bucketlisttravel #adventuretravel #travelbucketlist #bucketlisters

The Madison Common Council met Tuesday for the first time since we reported allegations of domestic abuse against one of its members – allegations he has repeatedly denied. This week, we have a recap of that meeting, which included some contentious discussion of a resolution of support for survivors of domestic abuse. We also get updates on the next chapter for beloved Vietnamese restaurant Ha Long Bay, and Mt. Zion Baptist Church's new building project. Plus, Yee Leng Xiong joins us from Marathon County to get us up to speed on his campaign to become the first Hmong American member of the Wisconsin State Assembly. And finally … what cuisine did Top Chef Wisconsin miss?   Links:   In wake of domestic abuse allegations against an alder, Council passes resolution “affirming unwavering support” of survivors; calls for censure and resignation continue   Myadze denies allegations of abuse in statement; fellow alders say they can't remove him from office   Madison Alder accused of domestic abuse; alleged victim calls for vote of no confidence   MTZ Charitable hosts luncheon highlighting capital campaign for new Family Life Center   Ha Long Bay to enter ‘new era' under second generation of family ownership   Resources for anyone experiencing domestic violence: National Domestic Violence Hotline: Call 800-799-7233 or text START to 88788 Domestic Abuse Intervention Services: Call 608-251-4445 or text 608-420-4638 UNIDOS Against Domestic Violence: Call 800-510-9195

Dans ce nouvel épisode de podcast, c'est Pierre qui nous présente le Vietnam

In November and December last year, 21 of us—including five veterans who had served in-country during the war—traveled to Vietnam, from Hanoi and Halong Bay in the North to Saigon and the Mekong Delta in the South. Vietnam is a beautiful and often bewildering place, ancient in history and now yoked to American culture and memory. The country presents to the traveler more than can be absorbed. Tonight, we'll talk with those who traveled with us and gather their impressions of the country, the people, and what they've learned from the trip. One of our travelers was Vietnam veteran Jerry Augustine who remembers almost every aspect of his harrowing service. Jerry captured his story in his memoir, Vietnam Beyond. Jerry served in 1966-1967 with B Company, 3rd Battalion,  21st Infantry Regiment, 196th Light Infantry Brigade in Vietnam. We'll hear from Jerry what he thought of Vietnam and how it may have changed his view and understanding of his service. Thank you to Tobacco Free Adagio Health and UPMC for Life for sponsoring this event!

We nemen je mee op cruise door Ha Long Bay oftewel door Lan Ha Bay, want daarvoor kozen wij. Wij delen hoe we deze cruise geboekt hebben, wat het kostte, wat we tegen - en mee vonden vallen en hoe het programma eruit zag. Wil jij ook op wereldreis met je gezin? Koop dan het e-book: Op wereldreis met je gezin! In het e-book omschrijf ik stap voor stap wat je allemaal moet regelen voor een wereldreis en deel ik mijn eigen ervaring en die van meer dan 125 gezinnen! Na het lezen van dit e-book ben jij ook klaar voor vertrek! Bestel het boek nu op: www.papamoetmee.nl/ebook

DON'T DO THIS ON A BOAT IF YOU'RE CLAUSTROPHOBIC! - Kevin's Travel Stories  Every place of beauty has its opposite side and, sometimes, unintentionally. There is little doubt that Halong Bay is one of the most beautiful spots on planet Earth. A UNESCO site that has brought visitors from around the globe. But Kevin Flanagan found that exploring under these huge natural rocks or karsts brought its own challenges, especially as he suffers from claustrophobia. In this podcast, he recounts the wonder and the terror of a visit to the caves of Halong Bay.  For more information, check out the accompanying article on https://thetoptraveldestinations.com/2024/02/13/cave-visits-in-halong-bay-exploring-natures-hidden-wonders/ And follow us on social media!  Instagram: @thetoptraveldestinations X: @becreativkev Facebook: The Top Travel Destinations

Halong Bay - Top Travel Destination Guide  Halong Bay has marked itself as one of the most beautiful and arresting natural wonders of the world. A UNESCO World Heritage site that has inspired visitors, artists and even filmmakers (you will recognise the floating landscape of James Cameron's Avatar). This place will enchant and fascinate in equal measure. In this episode, Kevin Flanagan takes an overnight boat trip to this extraordinary destination in Vietnam. For links and more information on the attractions mentioned in the episode, check out the accompanying article on www.thetoptraveldestinations.com/2024/02/12/halong-bay-top-travel-destination-guide And follow us on social media!  Instagram: @thetoptraveldestinations X: @becreativkevFacebook: The Top Travel Destinations

We take it back to the month we spent living in Vietnam to give you the overall experience we had in this amazing country. It's got it all! From modern cities, to amazing food, chaos and order, beauty in so many landscapes. We talk all the things you CAN'T miss like Ha Long Bay and Hoi An, to the things families need to know before planning a trip with there with kids. Tour with Harry in Hoi An: https://www.airbnb.com/experiences/411634 Friends Travel Vietnam: https://www.friendstravelvietnam.com/ Going (Get Flight Deals!): ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://goingwith.me/24s2fkx8⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Our Favorite Travel Credit Card: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://rb.gy/ffivb⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Earn Free Hotel Nights: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.referyourchasecard.com/210J/ZY530Y2TKP⁠⁠⁠⁠ COLIN + MEG Based in South Carolina, Colin + Meg are on a mission to visit 50 countries with their kids (Currently on #32!). Their journey as travel creators began when they were selected join the 'Live Anywhere with Airbnb' program, who they partnered with to learn about the patterns and lifestyle of digital nomads around the world. Their photography and video slowly became content that brands and companies from all over the world such as REI, Unsplash, and tourism boards resonated with. Behind their wholesome and engaging content however, you'll find parents who have decided to raise their two daughters to see the world as a playground and a classroom and to meet strangers that can become friends. Join them as they share stories of family adventures from around the world!  "Did You Pack Snacks?" is a podcast for all you parents out there who LOVE to travel AND you have kids you're bringing along for the ride. Hosted by family travel creators, Colin + Meg, they will chat about all the highs, the lows and the long miles in between of traveling with kids. Whether you're seasoned travelers who navigate the globe with young children, or ones that pack your cars full for a weekend getaway, this is a space for the moms and dads. Expect to go on deep dives on bucket list destinations, tips and tricks on how to travel with children, exchanging horror stories on travel days, and what it's like to instill a sense of wonder and adventure in our kids.  FOLLOW ALONG  Website: http:///www.colinandmeg.com Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠http://www.instagram.com/colinandmeg⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ TikTok: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠http://www.tiktok.com/@colinandmeg⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Spotify: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://open.spotify.com/show/3j8dTXl...⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Apple Podcasts: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast... --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/didyoupacksnacks/message

As we kick off another vibrant year, join me in reflecting on the fascinating intersection of global events and the world of real estate. Sipping hot cocoa while gazing out over the snowy expanse of Hokkaido, my family and I embraced a Christmas like no other, igniting a warmth that transcended the chill of the Japanese winter. These moments, savored during our 16-day sojourn across Asia, are the treasures I'm excited to share with you, not just as travel tales, but as a testament to the intangible wealth family experiences bring. As we journeyed from the powdery slopes of Japan to the electrifying streets of Tokyo for my son's 31st birthday, I was reminded that the richness of life lies in these shared adventures, etching memories that outshine any material legacy.Our travels also steered us to the somber realities of Ha Long Bay, where dreams of luxury echo in the silence of abandoned real estate, where skeletal structures stand as stark witnesses to economic turbulence.There, amidst the ghostly structures of Tuan Chau Island, I unravel the threads of economic turmoil - from the Asian debt crisis to the collapse of China's property market, and a pandemic that choked the life from tourism. The echoes of these deserted projects not only resonate across Tuan Chau Island but also reflect the fragility of China's middle class, and with an eye towards the future, I discuss the poignant parallels between them, whose financial stability teeters with the fluctuating fortunes of real estate. Join me as we reflect on these tales of beauty and heartache, and consider the silver linings that could yet be mined from the rubble of lost aspirations. This tale of caution is also one of opportunity for the astute investor seeking potential amidst the ruins. If you're interested in investing with First Lien Capital please connect with me at bill@firstliencapital.com or go to firstliencapital.com and press the INVEST button to be contacted by our team.    To learn more, visit:https://billbymel.com/Listen to more episodes on Mission Matters:https://missionmatters.com/author/bill-bymel/

Boosted by a population surpassing 100 million, Vietnam counts one of the region's fastest growing travel and aviation markets. To assess the outlook for tourism in 2024, Gary and Hannah welcome back Ho Chi Minh City-based Mike Tatarski, founder of the Vietnam Weekly newsletter. We begin by recapping the 2023 recovery for inbound, outbound and domestic travel, and dissect the top visitor markets. We discuss the challenges for the air market, particularly with high prices irking domestic passengers and the financial struggles of Bamboo Airways. Transport infrastructure remains a hot topic. We assess the progress of new airport developments in Ho Chi Minh City and other provinces, and the latest status of the much-hyped North-South high-speed railway. Plus, we talk overdevelopment in Phu Quoc, environmental management in Halong Bay, and why Japan is such a popular destination for Vietnamese tourists. 

Exploring the Beauty of Vietnam's Halong Bay: A Conversation with Local Guide, QuanIn this episode host Niall Mackay invites special guest Quan, a local tour guide from Ha Long Bay, who shares his wealth of knowledge and experience regarding this UNESCO World Heritage Site. The conversation covers various aspects of the Halong Bay experience from the types of tours available to historical significance and environmental concerns. A thorough understanding of why Halong Bay cruises, including the traditional 'junk' boats and luxury boats, are a must-visit is presented. Additional highlights include a brief foray into the changes brought about by COVID-19, efforts towards environmental conservation, and fascinating insights into life on a Halong Bay cruise.00:11 Introduction and Host Background00:44 Guest Introduction: Local Tour Guide01:04 Guest's Journey to Becoming a Tour Guide02:14 Understanding Junk Boats05:01 UNESCO World Heritage Site: Halong Bay06:56 Tour Options in Halong Bay07:59 Experience of Overnight Tours08:58 Recommendations for Tour Duration10:04 Exploring Caves in Halong Bay22:43 Impact of COVID-19 on Tourism25:25 Environmental Protection in Halong Bay28:29 Final Thoughts and RecommendationsSend me a message, niall@sevenmillionbikes.com!Or book a free consultation if you want to start your own podcast or need help with an existing one. Ian Paynton was one of the first students in our course and now has a podcast, You Don't Know Vietnam, that is in the top 10% of podcasts worldwide and already bringing him business! Get 68% off and three months free when you join NordVPN today with Seven Million Bikes.As an affiliate partner it also means that I will get a small commission when you sign up, but at no extra cost to you. So not only will you be getting a great deal through Seven Million Bikes, you get a great VPN and you'll be supporting Seven Million Bikes Podcasts. Stay safe online and enjoy the shows you love. Any questions, just let me kSupport the showThese are the programs the Seven Million Bikes Podcasts uses. These are affiliate links so they will give us a small commission, only if you sign up , and at no extra cost to you! You'll be directly supporting Seven Million Bikes Podcasts too.NordVPN | Descript | Buzzsprout | Fiverr | PodcastMarketing.ai

According to the Journal of Marine Science and Engineering, earlier this year researchers were surprised to discover new underwater species in the Ha Long Bay of Vietnam. Peering into a “semi-dark” tunnel, they identified a new species of sea sponge: Cladocroce pansinii. In John 20, Jesus had risen from the dead. While this was wonderful news to His followers, some of them struggled to accept the reality of His resurrection, even after seeing it with their own eyes. After leaving the tomb, Jesus encountered Mary Magdalene (vv. 11–18), His closest disciples (minus one) (vv. 19–23), and then all the disciples, including Thomas (v. 26). Thomas struggled with the idea that Jesus rose from the grave. Although he witnessed firsthand the raising of Lazarus from the grave (John 11:43), he quickly forgot that death was no match for Jesus. His mind would not accept the fact that Jesus had actually risen. Thomas was so adamant that he stated, “Unless I see the nail marks in his hands and put my finger where the nails were, and put my hand into his side, I will not believe” (v. 25). It is human to struggle with belief. In the Old Testament, God said Sarah would have a child, but she didn't believe (Gen. 18:12–15). In the Gospel of Luke, Zechariah is told that his wife, Elizabeth, would have a son, but he didn't believe (Luke 1:20). God's people often struggle to accept the seemingly impossible things God says He will do. When Jesus encountered Thomas, He had a word for him (and us): “Because you have seen me, you have believed; blessed are those who have not seen and yet have believed” (v. 29). >> Learning about a different species of sponge is interesting but not life- changing. Knowing Jesus and believing the truth about Him is imperative. He gives new life! As we approach a new year, let's resolve to take Jesus at His word and believe what the Bible says about Him (and us).See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Treba ísť na sever, juh alebo do stredu Vietnamu? Záleží na tom, čo chcete. Dáme vám rady na gastrotrip, ale aj cestovateľské tipy od Vietnamcov a aj od slovenského turistu.Turisti a cestovatelia si musia vybrať, či chcú vo Vietname odpočívať alebo veľa vidieť a zažiť. V prvom prípade nájdete tropický raj a ostrovy. Ak chcete cestovať, musíte sa pozrieť na mapu a poriadne si naplánovať cestu.My vás dnes vezmeme zo severu na juh. Začneme Hanojom a Dračou zátokou (Ha Long Bay). Pokračujeme centrálnym Vietnamom s historickým cisárskym mestom Hue, pobrežným Danangom, kde nie sú takmer žiadni turisti a fotogenickým mestom Hoi An.Dostaneme sa až do horského strediska Da Lat. Ako však po Vietname cestovať? Čo kde ochutnať? Napríklad na polievku Pho je najlepším miestom Hanoj. Každá z lokalít má svoju vlastnú špecialitu. Niektoré, ako napríklad dananský Mi Quang, v bežných vietnamských reštauráciách na Slovensku nenájdete. Stredovietnamské jedlo je úplne iné ako to zo severu, je väčšinou pikantnejšie.Podcast Banánové deti moderuje Claudia Alner, ktorá sa narodila na Slovensku vietnamským rodičom. Spoluautorom scenára je Peter Hanák.

Hey Mythic Fam!Let's learn about some Dragons in Asia! Specifically, China, Japan, Korea and Vietnam.Learn about how each country views dragons and hear a few of their stories!!Send any personal experiences with cryptids or any other spooky stuff along with your thoughts on the episode to weirdmythicpodcast@gmail.com Merch: https://my-store-bf9745-2.creator-spring.com/Twitter: @WeirdMythicInstagram: WeirdMythicPodcastFollow Briauna (@briilikewii) | Instagram and Melancholy Monster (@melancholymonstr) | Instagram and @FleshwadYT on Twitter! https://t.co/xyClx0z56V Thank you for all the Weird Mythic art!Go to my https://linktr.ee/Weirdmythic for Merch!!Original music by Jim Mazerik.Show Notes:Asian Dragons | AMNHThe Legend of Ha Long Bay in Vietnam | Sixty and MeHa Long Bay Restaurant (halongbaymenu.com)You Didn't Know This About the Korean Dragon – KORELIMITEDAsian Dragons: History, Significance, Types & Facts (animalvivid.com)King Munmu the Great, the Guardian of Silla l KBS WORLDKorean Yong | Dragonology Wiki | FandomJapanese Dragon: Mythology and Legends | Japan Avenue (japan-avenue.com)Japanese Dragon: Mythology and Legends | Japan Avenue (japan-avenue.com) https://yougojapan.com/famous-japanese-dragons/ Chinese Dragon: Meaning, Colors Symbolism, Mythology, Types (chinahighlights.com)The last official sighting of a dragon in China. (livejournal.com) Long | Folklore, Legends & Myths | BritannicaGLOSSARY: Long men (Dragon's Gate), carp jumping over the (gotheborg.com)-Chinese Dragons in Mythology, Stories, Fables, and Legends (chinaeducationaltours.com)

This week we're joined by TONY MARTIN and CAMERON JAMES! We're at Karl's house so of course we give his DVD library a going over before hearing about the last ever bootleg DVD stall in Thailand. Tommy The Weatherman has got more updates on his Hoi An tailor social media post, as well as being annoyed by Australian tourists in Ha Long Bay, PLUS Karl's been writing zingers for the roast of John Cleese, AKA the inspiration for the Fawlty Towers Dining Experience. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We take in the sights and sensory experiences of Northern Vietnam in Hanoi. We dabble in the watery of world of Halong Bay. Beyond Vietnam, we explore more of Indochina, with a dip with Cambodia and exploring wonderful Angkor.

Hanoi, Halong Bay, Hoi An, Ho Chi Minh City! So many adventures to be had in Vietnam!

This week Mike Yardley joined Jack to chat about his recent visit to the beautiful Halong Bay in Vietnam.  LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Welcome to Flashback Friday. Join me in this episode of The Radio Vagabond, where I visit Hanoi and Halong Bay in northern Vietnam. This one was first released in May 2017.

Velkommen til Flashback fredag. Tag med, når jeg besøger Hanoi og Halong Bay i det nordlige Vietnam. Denne episode blev udgivet første gang i maj 2017.

Last time we spoke about Francis Garnier and his wild expedition in Vietnam. Yes against all his superiors orders, Garnier decided to grab a few of the boys and sail up river to threaten and steal territories for France. He first struck at the grand city of Hanoi, taking it much to the shock of the Nguyen officials. But he did not stop there oh no, he then set his eyes upon the provinces of Hung Yen and Phu Ly. Both were taken with shockingly small forces, but Garnier strived for even more and dispatched a force to take Hai Duong. Then he found out the Vietnamese at Ninh Binh were forming an army to fight him so he attacked it. This greatly pissed off the Vietnamese and their Black Flag Army allies who attacked Hanoi and in the process Garnier died charging into the enemy like a madman. Today we continue the story of how France colonized Indochina.   #43 The Tonkin Campaign   Welcome to the Fall and Rise of China Podcast, I am your dutiful host Craig Watson. But, before we start I want to also remind you this podcast is only made possible through the efforts of Kings and Generals over at Youtube. Perhaps you want to learn more about the history of Asia? Kings and Generals have an assortment of episodes on history of asia and much more  so go give them a look over on Youtube. So please subscribe to Kings and Generals over at Youtube and to continue helping us produce this content please check out www.patreon.com/kingsandgenerals. If you are still hungry for some more history related content, over on my channel, the Pacific War Channel where I cover the history of China and Japan from the 19th century until the end of the Pacific War. Now last we spoke, Henri Riviere basically took up the mantle of Francis Garnier and began to seize territory in Tonkin against his nation's wishes. That was of course until the government changed and the new administration led by Jules Ferry were very pro colonization and immediately supported Riviere.  Now Rivieres actions had caused a real maestrum for the Nguyen empire. Liu Yongfu went to Hanoi and slapped a note against the citadel on March 26th of 1883 threatening to kill Henri Riviere, taunting the french into battle. This scared the hell out of the Nguyen court who expected Riviere to unleash hell so they ordered prince Hoang Ke Viem to go seek out the Black Flag Army to see what could be done. Hoang Ke Viem was sent under the guise he was trying to move the Black Flag forces away from Hanoi, but Riviere did not buy it at all. Riviere sent a letter to Hanoi's military commander Hoang Dieu, demanding he submit or get rid of the Black Flags, otherwise he would yet again attack Hanoi. Hoang Dieu simply stated it was impossible for him to do so. Thus Riviere and his forces occupied Hanoi by April 26th, further stressing out the Nguyen court who desperately sent envoys to negotiate with France. Meanwhile Hoang Ke Viem saw the paint on the wall and began to mobilize forces in the northern provinces for war. During the negotiations with the French, Riviere demanded the French be allowed to garrison at Son Tay, but the Nguyen court said they could not, it was in fact because the Black Flags were there. Rivier took this as an act of hostility and began to suspect Hoang Ke Viem was working directly with the Black Flags. Things were however not looking good for Riviere, he had very limited forces and was forced to go on the defensive. The Nguyen court then ordered Hoang Ke Viem to write a letter to the French in Hanoi to officially explain the role of the Black Flags, in the vain hope of regaining Hanoi free of conflict. Despite all of this Hoang Ke Viem and the Black Flags mobilized for battle. On March 28th, in response to Liu Yongfu's taunting, Riviere elected to go out and fight the enemy. Why would he do this with basically under 500 men against thousands? According to the French, Riviere was forced to do so to protect the prestige of France, so he led a column of 450 troops out of Hanoi's citadel to face the Black Flag Army who had taken a position in Phy Hoai, just a few miles away. His force was soon discovered by Liu Yongfu's scouts who set up an ambush at a village called Cau Giay. Within this village was a bridge, known to the french as Pont de Papier “Paper bridge”. The Black Flag forces hid themselves west of the bridge in the village of Trung Thong, Thien Thong and Ha Yen Ke. These 3 smaller villages were covered in thick bamboo groves and trees making them excellent spots to perform an ambush. The French column reached the Paper bridge around 7:30am led at the ron by the Chef de Bataillon Berthe de Villers. As they crossed the bridge, the French vanguard was suddenly fired upon by Black Flag troops prompting Berthe de Villers to deploy his men into a line formation and push forward towards the 3 villages. Liu Yongfu waited for the enemy line to fully commit, then tossed in his reserves, launching a sudden flank attack to the French's right. The Black Flag flank's volleys caused tremendous casualties upon the french, mortally wounding Berthe de Villers, forcing Riviere to assume direct command of the column. To avoid encirclement, Riviere ordered his men to pull back and regroup on the other side of Paper bridge. The retreat was conducted initially in good order, being covered by artillery support, but then disaster struck. Suddenly their artillery cannons overturned by the force of their recoil fire, prompting Riviere and some officers to rush forward to help the gunners allowing the Black Flag to unleash some deadly volleys. The volley's killed some French officers and wounded Riviere, and upon seeing this the Black Flag Soldiers surged forward to attack the French rearguard. During the mayhem Riviere was killed, and almost complete catastrophe occurred for the French forces, until Lt De Vaisseau Pissere took command and pulled the men to the eastern side of the bridge. The Black Flag were finally pushed back and the French column was forced to limp back to Hanoi. The French had lost 5 officers, 30 men and had 55 wounded. The Black Army were estimated to have lost 50 dead and perhaps 50 wounded out of a total of 1500 men. In the greater scheme of things, it was a small battle, but it had a significant effect. Aside from the loss of face for France and death of Riviere, it prompted action from the new government of France. Jules Ferry's administration received word of the loss and Rivieres death on May 26th and it was met with outrage. French Naval minister Admiral Peyron declared “'France will avenge her glorious children!' His words would be echoed in the Chamber of Deputies for they immediately tossed 3.5 million france to finance a punitive expedition to Tonkin. The Tonkin Expeditionary corps were established in June of 1883 sent primarily to pacify Tonkin. They were led by General de Brigade Alexandre-Eugene Bouet, the most senior marine infantry officer close on hand, that being in Cochinchina. Bouet began his new mission by changing the attire of his forces, introduced lightweight black pyjama style summer uniforms, with some added black cloth to cover their white pith helmets. The idea behind this was simple, try not to stand out like a sore thumb so much in the jungle. Bouet arrived to Tonkin to find their position pretty precarious. The French only had small garrisons in Hanoi, Nam Dinh, Haiphong and very isolated small outposts in Hon Gai and Qui Nhon. Thus for the month of June he had the men dig in and perform defensive actions, sporadically being harassed by Vietnamese and Black Flag forces. Bouet needed to wait for reinforcements and decided to hire some local Yellow Flags. I have not mentioned them, but the Yellow Flag's were basically the same type of force as the Black FLag's, Chinese bandits who crossed over the border after the Taiping Rebellion. The Vietnamese government initially began to support the Yellow Flags to fight off the Black Flags, but as time went on the Black Flag's pretty much beat the shit out of the Yellow flags, excuse my French. Bouet would allegedly hire 800 Yellow Flag members to augment his forces.  In late july Bouet received reinforcements when Admiral Amedee Courtbet arrived to Ha Long Bay giving the French around 2500 infantry, 6 gunboats and some artillery pieces to work with. Bouet knew with these forces he could perform some offensive campaigns against the Black Flag Army, but he also was under orders to push for a political settlement with the Nguyen empire to recognize the French protectorate in Tonkin. Bouet and Courtbet met with Jules Harmand the new civil commissioner general for Tonkin to discuss war plans. The 3 men agreed that Bouet should launch an offensive against the Black Flag Army in Phu Hoai as a first action. They also noted that Rivieres suspicions about the Nguyen working with the Black Flags covertly was most likely true, therefore they decided to also strike against the Vietnamese forces as well. This was a significant escalation as attacking the Nguyen army forces could provoke the Qing dynasty.  The first thing to be done was sail up the Hue river, but in order to do so the French would need to seize the Thuan An forts guarding its entrance. Admiral Courtbet took his flagship Bayard out on august 16th to scout the forts while his flotilla assembled. Courtbet would have the ironclad Bayard and Atalante, the cruiser Chateaurenault and gunboats Vipere, Lynx and armed transport Drac and Annamite. On August the 18th the flotilla got into position at the entrance of the Hue river. A delegation was sent in advance to the Nguyen officials to demand the surrender of the forts, but the fort commander declined to respond. At 5:40pm the French ships began to open fire, met by return fire from the forts. The bombardment lasted only an hour, until it got dark and the ships had to turn on their electric searchlights to illuminate the forts. Dawn the next day the ships recommenced bombardment devastating the forts, though the Nguyen return fire did manage to strike their ships a few times. On August the 20th, 2 marine companies were landed near the northern fort led by Captain Parrayon of the ship Bayard. The Vietnamese trench line troops fired upon the invaders. After and hour of fighting, Parrayon seized the northern fort and raised the French flag.  After taking this fort the French turned their attention to the southern fort and began to bombard it and prepared marines to land. It was all for nothing however as the defenders had abandoned the fort and nearby village while the northern fort was under attack. The casualties for the Nguyen forces were heavy, with some outrageous estimates ranging up to 2000. Enseigne de vaisseau Louis-Marie-Julian Viaud served under Admiral Courbet aboard the Atalante and he wrote extensively of the Tonkin campaign under the pen name Pierre Loti. He wrote about the battle of Thuan An, giving accounts of atrocities committed by the French forces. He would later be recalled by the French navy and suspended from duty for publishing such works, here is a passage about the aftermath of the battle “The great slaughter now began. Our men fired double volleys, and it was a pleasure to see their streams of well-aimed bullets shredding the enemy ranks, surely and methodically, twice a minute, on the word of command... We could see some men, quite out of their senses, standing up, seized with a dizzy desire to run... They zigzagged, swerving this way and that way as they tried to outrun death, clutching their garments around their waists in a comical way... Afterwards, we amused ourselves by counting the dead…” Pierre Loti spoke of how the French marines took pleasure bayoneting wounded Vietnamese troops, slaughtering the clearly outgunned men. The seizure of the forts shocked the Nguyen court and an 48 hour armistice was quickly agreed upon. The Nguyen court agreed immediately to evacuate 12 inland forts defending the Hue river, destroyed their ammunition and removed barrages. Jules Harmand sailed up the Hue river to meet directly with the Nguyen court where he threatened them with complete annihilation unless they accepted a French protectorate over both Tonkin and Annam. This is what he said to them “If we wanted to, we could destroy your dynasty root and branch and seize for ourselves the entire kingdom, as we have done in Cochinchina. You know very well that this would present no difficulty to our armies. For a moment, you hoped to find help from a great empire on your borders, which has on several occasions posed as your suzerain. But even if such a suzerainty ever existed, and whatever the consequences that might once have resulted from it, it is now nothing but a historical curiosity. Now here is a fact which is quite certain. You are completely at our mercy. We have the power to seize and destroy your capital and to starve you all to death. It is up to you to choose between war and peace. We do not wish to conquer you, but you must accept our protectorate. For your people, it is a guarantee of peace and prosperity. For your government and your court, it is the only chance of survival. We give you forty-eight hours to accept or reject, in their entirety and without discussion, the terms which we are magnanimously offering you. We believe that there is nothing in them dishonourable to you, and if they are carried out with sincerity on both sides they will bring happiness to the people of Annam. But if you reject them, you can expect to suffer the most terrible of misfortunes. The worst catastrophe you are capable of imagining will fall far short of what will actually befall you. The empire of Annam, its royal dynasty and its princes and court will have voted for their own extinction. The very name of Vietnam will be erased from history.” The Nguyen court, cowed to this on August 25th by signing the Treaty of Hue. The treaty forced the Nguyen empire to recognize the French protector for both Tonkin and Annam. The Nguyen court would survive, but now had to take direction from  French advisors. The Nguyen Emperor would be required to take personal audience with the French commissioner general in Tonkin, a unprecedented thing for them. And in return for all of this, the French would drive out the Black Flags, something they were already doing.  Now while Admiral Courbet slammed the Nguyen forces at Thuan An, General Bouet led the offensive against Liu Yongfu's Black Flag army. He led 2500 French and Vietnamese troops augmented by a further 450 Yellow Flag members. His force was divided into 3 columns, the left led by Lt Colonel Revillon consisting of marines, Cochinchinese riflement, 2 artillery sections and the Yellow Flag battalion. The central column led by Chef de bataillon Paul Coronnat consisted of a marine battalion, a marine artillery battery and some Cochinchinese riflemen. Finally the right column was led by Colonel Bichot consisting of a marine infantry battalion, a artillery battery and more Cochinchinese riflement.  Bichot took his column along the Red river where 6 French gunboats could support his movements. Bouet took a reserve force and marched behind Revillons column as they went to Phu Hoai. Liu Yongfu's Black Flag army consisted of around 3000 men who he had position 2 lines of field fortifications blocking the roads going to Son Tay. The first line was near the village of Cau Giay where Riviere had died on paper bridge and the second was close behind it defending the approach to the villages of Phu Noai, Noi and Hong. As Revillon's left column tried to attack the right side of the Black Flag first line they were quickly counterattacked by Liu Yongfu and the bulk of his forces. Revillons men began to run low on ammunition and performed a fighting withdrawal towards the Paper bridge. As they did so their Vietnamese coolies began to panic, nearly causing a rout. However a marine infantry battalion took up a position in the village of Vong and provided cover fire for the withdrawing forces inflicting heavy casualties upon the Black Flag army units who had left their defensive line to pursue them out in the open field. As night was approaching, Bouet tossed his reserves in enabling Revillon to stabilize a line. During the evening, Bouet had not received word from the other 2 columns thus he ordered Revillons column to pull back to Hanoi. It turned out the other 2 columns had failed to apply enough pressure on the Black Flag line of defenses allowing Liu Yongfu to toss nearly the kitchen sink at Revillons force who were simply more isolated. Coronet's center column had no even made contact with the enemy at all while Bichots column captured the village of Trem but then became stuck when they ran into the 2nd black flag defensive line. On the night of the 16th of august, Bichots men advanced on the defensive line only to find out the Black Flag units abandoned it during the night, because while all of this was going on, the Red River had begun flooding on august the 15th. The Black Flag army knew more so about the flooding situation in the area and had slowly pulled out. Bichot meanwhile was simply content with occupying their abandoned line and decided not to pursue the enemy which was a huge mistake as the black flag army was actually in quite a disarray from the flooding. The battle of Phu Hoai as it became known resulted in 17 deaths and 62 wounded for the French and perhaps a few hundred deaths and many hundred wounded black flag units. Though the Black Flag army took very heavy casualties, the fact was they had stopped the french advance and thus won a victory. This led to local Tonkinese officials to be quite wary over who was going to win the conflict.  Now the flooding forced the Black Flag to pull back behind the Day River. They took up new positions around the villages of Phong which lay on the road going to Son Tay and the village of Palan which lay at the junction of the Red and Day rivers. Bouet resolved to attack the black flags again, so now he took his French, Cochinchinese and Yellow flag forces alongside 6 gunboats to hit the village of Palan. On August the 31st he began his offensive by using his gunboats to bombard the village and sent a French battalion to storm Palan. The village was taken with ease as the Black Flag units fled along the dykes away. Then the next day Bouet's column marched towards Phong along the 2 meter wide dykes running along the bank of the Day River. The column made it 3 kms from Palan where they ran into 1200 or so Black Flag units supported by over 3000 Vietnamese. The Black Flag units were armed with many modern Winchester rifles fighting tenacious giving little ground. The Vietnamese forces meanwhile were not making much of an active resistance and instead beat gongs, drums and made war chants, perhaps sitting on the fence so to say. As the French column pressed forward the Black flags began to pull back to a central defensive line behind earthen works and dykes. Li Yongfu had his HQ in a small pagoda and around his central command were hidden artillery positions well camouflaged. As the French approached the earthen works and dykes the artillery began to fire off causing heavy casualties amongst the French. The French were unable to locate where all the fire was coming from, prompting Bouet to order his gunboats to come closer to bombard the area. However the gunboat shells were soaked by rain and many were failing to explode causing little damage. Eventually Bouet ordered an assault upon the enemy's center. The column marched into a flooded rice paddy wading up to their breast in water and holding their rifles above their heads. The Black Flags from their concealed positions rained hell upon them. Despite the carnage the French pressed forward forcing the defenders to give way from intense fire and soon the Black Flag right wing collapsed towards the center. The French forces took advantage and began charging upon the enemy causing a rout as the Black Flag army fled. The french had roughly 16 dead with almost 50 wounded while the Black flags left 60 dead on the battlefield and probably had several hundred more dead and wounded carried off.  Bouets men tried to keep orderly conduct, but apparently the Yellow Flag units went around cutting off heads from the corpses and plundering peaceful nearby Vietnamese villages, so Bouet disbanded them. Liu Yongfu retained his army despite the tactical victory for the French, thus from the point of view of his superiors, Bouet had failed. Bouet resigned in early september as a result and would be replaced by Lt Colonel Anicet-Edmon-Justin Bichot, the next high ranking officer in Tonkin. His tenure would be short lived however and consisted of little more than reconnaissance actions, though during these his men did find the remains of Henri Riviere, whose mutilated body had been buried near the village of Kien Mai. From that point on France decided to give Admiral Courbet command over the expeditionary forces. Courbet would receive significant reinforcements in the form of over 10,000 men led by General Charles Theodore Millot. Courbet was instructed to uphold the primary mission, to annihilate the Black Flag army of Liu Yongfu. However things were about to get a whole lot messier. The Black Flag army had fled to the fortified city of Son Tay and the French had gradually figured out they were being supported by the Qing dynasty. The French had discovered the Qing had sent a large amount of troops over the border pretending to be Black Flag army units. French foreign minister Paul-Armand Challemel-Lacour had met with the Qing minister Zeng Jize in Paris multiple times in 1883. He attempted to get the Qing to withdraw their covert forces who were garrisoning cities like Bac Ninh, Lang Son and Son Tay. The Qing refused and continuously made excuses. The French tried to speak to the German government to delay their recent sale of the battleships Dingyuan and Zhenyuan to the Qing to pressure them, only to be met with anti-french protests within China. Riots and minor attacks began against French held concessions in Guangzhou. The French knew, to attack the Black Flag Army further would most likely see a war break out with the Qing. France's military planners decided if they could launch a lightning storm campaign against the rest of Tonkin and seize it quickly enough, the Qing would likely back down. Thus in december of 1883 Admiral Courbet received authorization to launch a campaign against Liu Yongfu and the Black Flag Army, knowing full well it would probably result in an undeclared war against the Qing dynasty. I would like to take this time to remind you all that this podcast is only made possible through the efforts of Kings and Generals over at Youtube. Please go subscribe to Kings and Generals over at Youtube and to continue helping us produce this content please check out www.patreon.com/kingsandgenerals. If you are still hungry after that, give my personal channel a look over at The Pacific War Channel at Youtube, it would mean a lot to me. The French kept allowing officers to stir up trouble in Vietnam leading to the Tonkin Campaign. Now France was stuck in a war against the Nguyen Empire, the Black Flag Army of Liu Yongfu and soon the Qing dynasty would join in the fun.

Rod Eime, travel writer, takes Philip Clark to Ha Long Bay, Lan Ha Bay and Cat Ba Island.

Mit der Mein Schiff 5 unterwegs in Asien, von Singapur über Koh Samui und Bangkok nach Ho-Chi-Minh-Stadt, das die Einheimischen immer noch Saigon nennen: In dieser Podcast-Episode sprechen wir vor allem über die Reise-Erlebnisse in Asien. Über die Mein Schiff 5 haben wir auch im Podcast schon ausführlich bei ihrer Indienststellung 2016 berichtet, sodass wir uns in dieser Episode vor allem auf Asien-Kreuzfahrt mit ihren Zielen konzentrieren. Singapur, Thailand, Vietnam: Gemeinsam haben diese Länder die herzlichen, offenen, fröhlichen Menschen, die einem hier begegnen – und das gute Essen. Aber jedes dieser Ziele hat auch seine ganz eigenen Reize und Besonderheiten, Überraschungen und Geheimtipps. Wir sprechen im Podcast darüber, was man auf einer solchen Asien-Kreuzfahrt mit der Mein Schiff 5 erleben kann und worauf man sich einstellen sollte. Übrigens waren wir aus Zeitgründen nur auf einem Teilstück der Reise dabei, von Singapur bis Ho-Chi-Minh-Stadt. Die gesamte Kreuzfahrt der Mein Schiff 5 führte anschließend noch weiter über einen zweiten vietnamesischen Hafen sowie die Halong Bay bis nach Hongkong. After-Show als Bonus und Extra-Podcast für unsere Steady-Abonnenten: In der „After Show“ zu dieser Podcast-Episode sprechen wir über einige aktuelle News-Themen: die Initiative von Carnival Cruise Line, an Bord der Schiffe gutes Benehmen und die Einhaltung der Regeln konsequent durchzusetzen; Royal Caribbeans neueste Marketing-Aktion, einen Teil des kommenden Schiffs Icon of the Seas in das Online-/Computerspiel Fortnite zu portieren; und Eindrücke von der Reisemesse ITB in Berlin von Anfang März 2023. Die After Show ist ein besonderes Goodie [exklusiv für unsere Unterstützer via Steady](https://steadyhq.com/de/cruisetricks-podcast/about), das wir in einem eigenen, kleinen Podcast bereitstellen. Bei Steady finden Sie als Abonnent eine [genaue Anleitung](https://get.steadyhq.help/hc/de/articles/360002251118), wie Sie diesen Podcast abonnieren können.

What's inside the mountain? Tommy and Lucy the Cat go to Vietnam. They go on a boat at Ha Long Bay. Listen on Youtube: https://youtu.be/s0EidbXIGdY Read story scripts: https://katrinahao.substack.com

Ninh Binh stands out in more ways than one if you set your compass to the north of Vietnam. Located 60 miles south of Hanoi lies this magical, almost mystical province featuring mountainous peaks and a labrynth of waterways inviting you to explore its many viewpoints. Sharp limestone peaks, shoot up from the ground reminiscent of what you might see doing the same thing out of water, in Halong bay. Which explains why they often refer to it as the Ha Long Bay on land. It is by all accounts Halong Bay's mystical rival.My guest, Jack Taylor joins me on the show. His talents lie in the skilful way he has captured the essence of the region in his videos. Jack, an English teacher by profession has been travelling and living abroad for most of his adult life. Spain for 3 years, China for 4, and now Thailand for 4 years has meant Jack has had a front row seat to some of SE Asia's treasures. Don't forget to check out his You Tube channel “I go cool places”. As you will see in Jack's video of Ninh Binh the outstanding beauty and serenity are breathtaking. Add to that a National park featuring a staggering amount of wildlife, and many pagodas including one of the biggest being the Bai Dinh Pagoda. You can easily get a sense of why some people think it has more to offer than Halong Bay. It is important to note that the Bai Dinh pagoda is considered a masterpiece of both nature and heritage, and it is the pride of Vietnamese people in terms of its quintessential architecture, culture and historical value. And, it's NOT the major drawcard for the area. Jack does a great job in giving us some handy tips for staying in the region, what are the best times to visit and some of “The Must Do” things. I hope you enjoy the show and will surely investigate this region as a place of surreal beauty, almost lost in time, close to Hanoi. Check out his Video on his stay in Ninh Binh HERE.Follow his work here - Linkedin Youtube Instagram I wanted to wrap up the year of 2022 and go out with a bang, and I couldn't think of a better way to do it.This is the last show for the year. I close the year on a truly happy note with the achievement of over 72 shows, and the release of my ebook called – Book, Pack & Stay - A travel Guide to Vietnam.  If you are looking for some guidance to help you make smart choices in regard to how you best book; pack for all conditions; and make the most of your stay in Vietnam, then this is the book for you. As a companion short read guide; Its uniqueness is in its interactivity with links to Videos, Podcasts, Blogs, Apps, travel accessories and websites to apply for your Visa and get extra information. It's all there and makes the ideal gift for Christmas. Available through Amazon HERE.Wishing everyone a happy Christmas and safe and prosperous New Year. See you in 2023. Time Stamps:-8.14     How best to describe Ninh Binh9.45     How long should you stay11.19   Must do things15.16   The cave system18.00   Foods unique to the region19.57   How to spend your time wisely20.10   Stand out experience21.27   Best accommodation experience  Please reach out and give us your feedback.Let me design your customised tour of Vietnam.Search your subject. Sign up for the newsletter. Read our blogsListen for FREE. https://www.whataboutvietnam.com/

Episode 124In this weeks episode we avoid all talk of Black Friday and Cyber promotions, focusing on the weeks real cruise news from Windstar, Silversea, Seabourn, Carnival, Princess, Uniworld and Pandaw. Enjoy the show!Image Credit: Windstar Cruises Star BreezeSupport the showListen, Like, Subscribe & Review on your favourite podcast directory.Share the podcast with someone you think will enjoy the showBuy Me A Coffee – This podcast is only possible thanks to our supporters, simply buying a coffee keeps us on air. It is just like shouting your mate a coffee, and we consider our listeners close mates. https://bit.ly/2T2FYGXSustainable Fashion – choose a TBCP design or design your own… all using organic cotton, green energy and zero plastic https://bit.ly/32G7RdhCruise NewsSmall Ship Line Windstar Cruises' Star Breeze Makes First Call in Australia in Sydney on November 22Windstar Cruises' 312-passenger, all-suite Star Breeze yacht makes its first-ever call in Australia today in Sydney, where it will embark on a 13-day privately chartered cruise to Melbourne, arriving on December 4. The charter cruise kicks off several weeks of Australia-centric consumer sailings for the U.S.-based small ship cruise line. It's the first time Windstar has sailed extensive itineraries in the region, including first-time ports in Mooloolaba and Phillip Island. Windstar will leave Australia on February 7, 2023, returning in December, 2023.All sailings take place on Windstar's newly renovated Star Breeze. The all-suite yacht was cut in half/lengthened with 50 new suites and has two new restaurants, a true spa/fitness centre, and more efficient engines, among other improvements.Silversea Cruises Cuts Steel for Second Nova-Class ShipLeading ultra-luxury travel brand Silversea Cruises® officially begins the construction of Silver Ray℠, the second ship in the Nova class, holding a traditional steel cutting ceremony at the Meyer Werft shipyard in Papenburg, Germany, on November 23. Silver Ray is set to join her sister ship, Silver Nova℠, as one of the most environmentally conscious ships ever built when she launches in summer 2024. The cruise line has taken the opportunity to set a new launch date for Silver Nova, which, due to the global situation, is now expected to join Silversea's fleet on August 14, 2023, sailing round-trip from Fusina (Venice) on her maiden voyage.Silversea's Nova-class ships are set to become the world's first low-emissions cruise ships with advanced hybrid technology that utilise fuel cells, batteries, and dual-fuel engines that use liquefied natural gas, emitting zero local emissions while in port. A first for Silversea, each will incorporate a horizontal layout and an innovative asymmetrical design, with public spaces and suites spanning the entire length of each ship, and each will enrich guests' travels with an unprecedented openness to the destination.Seabourn Venture arrives in Antarctica for the first time. Seabourn, reached another milestone with Seabourn Venture making its first-ever visit to Antarctica. The line's first purpose-built expedition ship, Seabourn Venture marked the inaugural voyage to the “Great White Continent” with the official naming ceremony on Sunday, November 20, 2022, when the ship came to a stop in the fast ice of the Weddell Sea, part of the Southern Ocean.Seabourn Venture's guests, serving as honorary godparents, joined the ship's godmother, global adventurer, mountaineer and polar-explorer Alison Levine, who carried out her ceremonial duties virtually, to wish Seabourn Venture many blessings and extraordinary expeditions to come. The onboard team released a bottle made of ice that was broken against the ship, a time-honored ship naming tradition. The ship's guests and team were all smiles throughout the ceremony, warmed by their complimentary Seabourn expedition-grade parkas while toasting Seabourn Venture.Though Seabourn Venture launched on July 27, 2022, in Tromsø, Norway, Seabourn chose Antarctica for the naming ceremony as the southernmost continent represents everything for which the ship is intended. The ship departed San Antonio, Chile, on November 7, 2022, and sailed down the coast of Chile, rewarding guests with breathtaking beauty in channels, narrows, sounds, fjords, and glaciers, before reaching the icy continent.In Antarctica, the ship offered hiking tours and Zodiac rides, all led by a dedicated 26-member Expedition Team of wildlife experts, scientists, historians, and naturalists. Guests also had the option to partake in expedition experiences such as kayaking where expedition guides led guests to paddle amongst the beautiful landscape, or diving Antarctica by Seabourn's luxurious expedition submarines where guests' eyes were opened to the wonders beneath the sea.Carnival Celebrates naming of Celebration and opening of new Terminal FCarnival Cruise Line's new flagship Carnival Celebration arrived at its PortMiami homeport and was christened by actress Cassidy Gifford Sunday evening. The festivities were befitting of the ship's name and underscored Carnival's year.An innovative Excel-class sister to the groundbreaking Mardi Gras, Carnival Celebration is launching year-round service from its hometown of Miami.-long celebration of 50 years of fun.Along with an impromptu performance by Kathie Lee, who sang the memorable tune to the now-legendary commercials that helped to popularize the Carnival brand in the 1980s, attendees were also treated to a preview of Carnival Celebration's spectacular entertainment programming, including an aerialist performance. A concert by Kool & The Gang capped off the night, which included their dance classic, “Celebrate!” In addition, the event was broadcast online so Carnival fans could share in the festivities from anywhere.Carnival Celebration's first guests to board the ship from Miami will depart today on a special six-day Thanksgiving cruise, with visits to Grand Turk, Amber Cove and Nassau.On Nov. 27, the ship will begin a rotation of week-long Eastern and Western Caribbean sailings that depart every Sunday and visit popular destinations, such as the Dominican Republic and St. Thomas, as well as Cozumel and Costa Maya, Mexico.Adding Carnival Celebration at Terminal F, now five of Carnival's 24-ship fleet are homeported in Miami. Going forward, Carnival expects to embark more than 20,000 guests per week from PortMiami.Diamond Princess Sets Sail With a Season of Mexico and Hawaii Sailings From San DiegoThe newly refurbished Diamond Princess today (20 Nov) welcomed guests onboard for its inaugural sailing from its new homeport, San Diego, helping to fuel tourism in the area and support local businesses. The sailing milestone completes the Princess Cruises fleet.From November 2022 through February 2023, Diamond Princess is offering a series of  new cruise itineraries ranging from five- to 16-days and calling at ports along the Mexican Riviera, California Coast, and the Hawaiian Islands. In addition, the ship sails a unique 20-day cruise to Central America, roundtrip from San Diego on November 27.Deeper and further on the MekongPandaw are excited to announce a new expedition to commence in October 2023 which will go deeper into the Mekong Delta and further up the main Mekong River than any river cruises on offer.This pioneering route provides a fresh and exciting new opportunity for intrepid travellers to explore much more of the waterways between Vietnam and Cambodia and visit truly off the beaten track destinations. Designed for the adventurous traveller, this is the perfect itinerary for those looking to fully enjoy the wonders of the Mekong Delta and Cambodian waterways in comfort and style.No ship could be more appropriate for this expedition than the much-loved Mekong Pandaw that was the first ship to pioneer the river in 2002 and historically open the river border between Vietnam and Cambodia.With 24 staterooms she has been refitted with a sumptuous spa, library and gym this ship, built in Burma from golden teak. This is the most spacious of all Pandaw's ships with broad promenades running around each deck and a vast sun deck of over 600 square meters on top.The inaugural sailing on 15th October 2023 will be offered on a Members First basisUniworld Announces Rivers of the World 2024 Cruise. Uniworld Boutique River Cruises announces its latest version of a world cruise, Rivers of the World 2024.The 55-night trip will depart on October 3, 2024, from Lima in Peru taking travellers to three continents, ten countries and sailing aboard four luxury Super Ships combining both cruise and land, finishing with a gala finale event in the Saigon Opera in Vietnam. This river cruise is limited to only 68 adventurous travellers and will include a range of exclusive experiences and special surprises throughout the journey.Uniworld guests will be greeted in Lima to stay in one of the leading hotels of the world, the Country Club Lima Hotel, where they will be taken on a journey of exploration and a gala welcome dinner.The group will then spend six nights cruising the Amazon River on board the brand-new Aqua Nera.They will continue to stay at the Tambo del Inka hotel in the Sacred Valley visiting Cusco and Machu Picchu. Guests will complete their stay in South America with two Rivers of the World exclusive stays, at Belmond's Hotel del Cataratas to visit Iguazu Falls from both the Argentinian and Brazilian sides. Plus, a final night at the Belmond Copacabana Palace in Rio de Janeiro before the group will fly to Amsterdam to cruise the Rhine, Main and Danube Rivers on board the stunning SS Beatrice.After seven nights in France, it will be off to Hanoi in Southeast Asia staying at the Sofitel Metropole. Here their Asian adventures will commence with an overnight cruise in UNESCO World Heritage site, Halong Bay, to see some of the 1,600 islands and limestone pillars.  Guests will then have exclusive access to Angkor Wat and Angkor Thom in Siem Reap, Cambodia and will then embark on Uniworld's brand new Super Ship Mekong Jewel to experience the splendor of the Mekong River. The fourth and final cruise will disembark in Ho Chi Minh City where guests will experience a once in a lifetime gala grand finale at the Saigon Opera.‘Rivers of the World' itineraries are all-inclusive including onboard dining, unlimited premium wine, beer and spirits, Wi-Fi, excursions, scheduled airport transfers, onboard gratuities, and flights between cruise segments. A dedicated Traveling Concierge will accompany guests for the entire journey to assist with all needs.Image Credit: Seabourn Venture, Antarctica.and more...Join the show:If you have a cruise tip, burning question or want to record a cruise review get in touch with us via the website https://thebigcruisepodcast.com/join-the-show/ Guests: Chris Frame: https://bit.ly/3a4aBCg   Chris's Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/c/ChrisFrameOfficialListen & Subscribe: Amazon Podcasts: https://amzn.to/3w40cDcApple Podcasts: https://apple.co/2XvD7tF Audible: https://adbl.co/3nDvuNgCastbox: https://bit.ly/2xkGBEI Google Podcasts: https://bit.ly/2RuY04u  I heart Radio:  https://ihr.fm/3mVIEUASpotify: https://spoti.fi/3caCwl8 Stitcher: https://bit.ly/2JWE8Tz Pocket casts: https://bit.ly/2JY4J2M Tune in: https://bit.ly/2V0Jrrs Podcast Addict: https://bit.ly/2BF6LnE Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome to Paradiiiiiise!!! Or honestly, as close as you're going to get to it on Earth. We finish off our tour in northern Vietnam with a luxury cruise through the storied islands of Ha Long Bay, and they live up to their reputation for beauty, luxury, and island. Join Jess as she drinks snake wine, Chris having to sit through the happy birthday song in front of a room full of 50 strangers, and generally just the most comfortable experience of our entire trip to date. Definitely one for the books.

The hidden gem of South East Asia, Vietnam! This week on Travel. Explore. Celebrate Life. we talk about this beautiful country. Which cities to visit in Vietnam? What is the best time to go to Vietnam? How is Halong Bay? Vietnamese coffee, food and a whole lot more. Tune in as we go explore this massive country.

The hidden gem of South East Asia, Vietnam! This week on Travel. Explore. Celebrate Life. we talk about this beautiful country. Which cities to visit in Vietnam? What is the best time to go to Vietnam? How is Halong Bay? Vietnamese coffee, food and a whole lot more. Tune in as we go explore this massive country.

Day 2 – heading to Cat Ba Island Gallery from Cat Ba Island & viewpoint: Day 3 – cruising home My 2015 trip with Vega Travel – 9/10 I just took my second trip to Ha Long Bay and it was as glorious as the first time!If you're not familiar with Ha Long Bay already, it's.... View detail https://vietnamese.top/photos-to-persuade-you-to-visit-ha-long-bay-tour-review-s316753-html/

If you are too bored with activities such as visiting Ha Long Bay or “breaking the island” of amusement parks, picnic places in Quang Ninh promise to bring many interesting things. Busy life with a lot of work, you want to find a wild place to “hide” with friends. In Quang Ninh, there are also many.... View detail https://vietnamese.top/chill-is-intoxicating-with-a-series-of-super-beautiful-picnic-places-in-quang-ninh-s316821-html/

Its another fine day on the pirate ship, the Komodo Dragon, where Jimmy has just caught a turtle accidentally, along with the fish, in the fishing net. Jimmy wants to make turtle soup, but Captain Teruk warns him strictly against it, telling Jimmy that turtles are nature's greatest protectors. This leads the Captain to narrate the legend of how the majestic Ha Long Bay in Vietnam was formed, and how a small village was saved by the intervention of some magical beings...If you like this episode, do give us a rating - it really adds wind to our sails! For updates, hit the notification bell, or give us a follow - either here or @rofstories on Instagram, TikTok and Twitter. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Tourist icons and famous landmarks such as Ninh Binh, Ha Long Bay, Hue, and Khue Van Cac… are printed in the new passport to promote the image of Vietnam. The new ordinary passport form will be applied from July 1. Accordingly, the green cover is changed to blue-violet. The procedures for issuance and exchange remain the same […]. View detail https://vietnamese.quest/famous-landmarks-appear-in-new-passports/

Epsiode 103In episode 103, Chris answers listeners questions about Ships Whistles/Horns, we welcome Coral Princess to Australia and discuss the latest cruise news.PLUS – Check out Chris's latest video filmed on Pacific Explorer: https://youtu.be/UUNqwH7VBPECoral Princess arrives in AustraliaSupport the showListen, Like, Subscribe & Review on your favourite podcast directory.Share the podcast with someone you think will enjoy the showBuy Me A Coffee – This podcast is only possible thanks to our supporters, simply buying a coffee keeps us on air. It is just like shouting your mate a coffee, and we consider our listeners close mates. https://bit.ly/2T2FYGXSustainable Fashion – choose a TBCP design or design your own… all using organic cotton, green energy and zero plastic https://bit.ly/32G7RdhListener QuestionsSanget asks Chris what is the difference between a ships whistle and ships horn (if any).Ali asks Chris, what do the various signals via whistle/horn mean? I often hear 3 short blasts just prior to a ship leaving port.Cruise NewsNo more COVID-19 tests for passengers into the USA effective 12 June.CDC will announce this weekend it will be ending its requirement of a negative COVID-19 test for Americans to re-enter the United States. The change means that U.S. travellers can pursue their love of cruising from homeports elsewhere in the world without concern they could be denied entry to return home. Likewise the news will be welcomed by guests elsewhere in the world wanting to visit the USA for a land or cruise holiday.Coral Princess Arrives at New Homeport of BrisbaneThe return of cruising in Queensland continued this week with the arrival of Princess Cruises' Coral Princess into Brisbane (7 June) to commence her inaugural season.  The ship's arrival marks the first ever ship to be homeported at the new state-of-the-art Brisbane International Cruise Terminal (BICT) and the first of Princess Cruises' MedallionClass vessels to call Australia home.Building on the momentum of sister line, P&O Cruises Australia's Pacific Explorer's first sailing from Sydney last week, Coral Princess is set to depart on its first guest cruise on June 16, 2022The 2000-guest ship will offer 11 cruises departing Brisbane ranging from 3-12 nights between June and August before returning for another 10 cruises this summer from November. The MedallionClass ship will make 48 calls to the State's ports this year, including her first visits to Airlie Beach in the Whitsundays, Cairns and Port Douglas.Virgin Voyages Revises Launch Schedule for Third Ship, Resilient LadyA decision rooted in guaranteeing the delivery of brilliant guest and crew experiences, Virgin Voyages will defer the upcoming launch of its third Lady Ship to Q2 2023. Initially scheduled to set sail from Athens mid-August of this year, Resilient Lady will remain in Genoa getting on-board work completed, hitting the high seas next spring. As part of an ambitious launch sequence, Virgin Voyages is now operating two ships, its first, Scarlet Lady in the Caribbean and second, Valiant Lady in the Med. Despite challenges stemming from the pandemic, the new brand introduced two ships in the span of a year, including the launch of its new Terminal V at PortMiami in February.As an experience-led brand with strong ties to the Virgin legacy of disrupting industries, Virgin Voyages did not land on this decision lightly, and despite making tremendous strides alongside the cruise industry as a whole, the brand is not immune to the global challenges the world is facing. This includes supply chain obstacles, a level of regional uncertainty for international travellers and crewing challenges.While this delay was not anticipated, Virgin Voyages is successfully operating its first two Lady Ships and looks forward to welcoming Resilient Lady to its fleet early next year, with its fourth ship in the fleet, Brilliant Lady, soon thereafter.Carnival deploys Menu Mate Extensive dining options help feed the fun at Carnival Cruise Line, and as anyone with food allergies knows, having a variety of healthy choices is more than just enjoyable – but also important to safety. That's why Carnival is now introducing the Menu Mate™ food ingredient program fleetwide to accommodate guests with special diets more efficiently than ever.Easily operated on touch-screen tablets at food venues across the Carnival fleet , the Menu Mate food ingredient program is powered by award-winning CertiStar software to mitigate the risks of allergic reactions. The new program is the first of its kind among major cruise lines.The program eliminates the lengthy process of conferring between guests, wait staff and chefs over the ingredients of menu items and possible substitutions. Now that the process of selecting items with allergen friendly ingredients is simplified, it is also no longer necessary for guests to inform Carnival of food allergies in advance of their cruise.NCLH Steps up commitment to Sail Sustainably Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings has released its 2021 Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) report, as part of its Sail & Sustain program,Highlights from the report include:Committing to pursue net zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2050 across the operations and value chainDeveloping short and near-term greenhouse gas reductions to support the path to net zeroInvestigating the feasibility of retrofitting existing engines to operate with both diesel and methanol fuelsAiming to test the use of methanol fuel by 2025Setting a target for approximately 70% of the fleet to be equipped with shore power capabilities by 2025Offsetting three million metric tonnes of carbon dioxide equivalent from 2021-2023 to help bridge the gap in decarbonisation efforts whilst exploring long-term alternative fuel solutionsSeabourn is celebrating the return of its entire fleetSeabourn Sojourn return to service on June 6, 2022, from Athens, Greece for a sun-soaked European summer.The ultra-luxury cruise line now has all five of its ships in operation for the first time since March 2020. This summer, Seabourn Sojourn will join Seabourn Encore and Seabourn Quest in the Mediterranean, while Seabourn Ovation will visit Northern Europe and Seabourn Odyssey will explore Alaska. The excitement will continue for the line when Seabourn Venture, the first of the line's two ultra-luxury, purpose-built expedition ships, embarks on its inaugural expedition this summerHolland America Line's Holds Naming Ceremony for RotterdamHolland America Line's flagship Rotterdam received the royal treatment in a ceremony rich with Dutch heritage May 30, 2022, in Rotterdam, the Netherlands. Her Royal Highness Princess Margriet of the Netherlands served as godmother and officially named the ship in front of invited dignitaries and guests.Upon arrival, Princess Margriet was welcomed at the gangway with a traditional floral bouquet presented by seven-year-old Nora van Dijk, daughter of Nathalie van Dijk, who has been with Holland America Line for 15 years, most recently as a business development representative in sales in the Rotterdam office. During the daytime naming celebration, Carnival Corporation President and CEO Arnold Donald, Holland America Group President Jan Swartz, Rotterdam Captain Werner Timmers, Lord Mayor of Rotterdam Ahmed Aboutaleb and Mariner Ambassadors David and Gisela Gere joined Princess Margriet to officially welcome Rotterdam to the fleet.Holland America Line's connection to The House of Orange goes back nearly a century to Prince Hendrik launching Statendam III in 1929. Since then, members of the Dutch Royal Family have launched 11 more Holland America Line vessels throughout the years, including Her Royal Highness Princess Margriet who named Prinsendam (1972), Nieuw Amsterdam II (1983), Rotterdam VI (1997) and Oosterdam (2003).Additional members of the Dutch Royal Family who are godmothers include Queen Máxima, who named Koningsdam in 2016 and Nieuw Amsterdam in 2010. Then-Queen Beatrix served as Eurodam's godmother in 2008. Rotterdam V was launched in 1958 by Queen Juliana. Then-Princess Beatrix named Statendam IV in 1957 and Prinses Margriet in 1960. Nieuw Amsterdam II was launched by Queen Wilhelmina in 1937.The third vessel in the Pinnacle Class series and the seventh ship to bear the name for Holland America Line, Rotterdam carries 2,668 guests and features highly successful amenities and innovations introduced with her sister ships.Windstar Cruises' Reimagined Star Pride Makes Debut in GreeceWindstar Cruises announces the debut of its all-suite Star Plus Class Star Pride yacht today, sailing from Athens on a sold-out, eight-day voyage to Barcelona, stopping at ports including Gythion, Corfu, Argostoli, Messina (Taormina), Trapani, and Cagliari. Star Pride is the third and final of Windstar's Star Plus Class yachts to emerge from Italy's Fincantieri shipyard following a complex lengthening and transformation project. Now, all six of the line's all-suite and sailing yachts are back in the water cruising while requiring vaccines of all passengers and crew amongst a host of health and safety precautions including testing and high-tech air filtration.The line's three all-suite Star Plus Class yachts (Star Breeze, Star Legend, and Star Pride) underwent major transformations, with an investment of more than $250 million. Star Breeze was the first to launch in June of 2021, with Star Legend as the second in September of 2021, showcasing new suites and expanded outdoor and indoor public spaces. The yachts are also more environmentally friendly with new efficient engines, generators, and advanced wastewater treatment systems.All three yachts increased in maximum capacity from 212 guests to 312 and provide more of what Windstar's customers want, like additional dining experiences (one is an outdoor barbecue concept with grilling guru Steven Raichlen and the other a Spanish small plates restaurant from Anthony Sasso, one of the youngest chefs to be recognized by the Michelin Guide), a true spa and fitness center, an elegant infinity pool, and more outdoor deck areas.A new build for PandawLaunching in mid-2023 the RV Song Hong, which means Red River, will join the company's highly successful RV Angkor on its routing through North Vietnam's Red and Black River network from Halong Bay to the mountains beyond. The Angkor is so popular it books out months in advance so there is a real need for a second ship on this routing.With just ten enlarged staterooms, going a bit bigger than the classic much-loved Pandaw cabin, this expedition vessel will like all Pandaw ships have an ultra-shallow draft to enable it to cope with such tricky waterways.Pandaw first opened on the Red River in 2015 and it has been one of the company's most successful small ship routings offering a real insight into the life and culture of North Vietnam with its amazing scenery and time spent in and around the capital Hanoi.The new ship will be built in the region at Hai-phong, and fitted out in hardwood from sustainable forestry. It will have the usual Pandaw promenades running around the ship that are conducive to so convivial and atmosphere on board and a choice of indoor or outdoor dining, in the spacious saloon or aft deck.Proof of vaccination or recovery is no longer required on A-ROSA cruisesFrom 4 June 2022 participating in cruises of A-ROSA Flussschiff GmbH will again be possible without proof of vaccination, recovery or a certified negative test result. The cruise line has adapted its hygiene protocol to the relaxed European entry regulations. After the removal of the mask mandate on board as well as the rapid antigen test upon boarding, this is the next major relaxation step.An exception is the A-ROSA ALVA in Portugal. Here, due to regional regulations, guests over 12 years of age continue to require proof of complete vaccination or recovery from COVID-19 in order to participate in Douro cruises. In addition, the requirement to wear a mask and the need for a rapid antigen test prior to boarding remain in place.The additional hygiene measures such as the strengthened cleaning and disinfection protocols are maintained everywhere onboard. The A-ROSA Care Team continues to closely monitor the very dynamic developments and will adapt the protection and hygiene protocol to changing circumstances if necessary.Since the start of the season in March 2022, the A-ROSA ships have once again been sailing on the Rhine, Danube, Douro, Rhône and Seine. Guests can enjoy high-quality drinks all day as well as breakfast, lunch, coffee and dinner as a buffet in the premium all-inclusive tariff. The SPA-ROSA with sauna, fitness room, massages and wellness treatments as well as the pool are open without restrictions. Individual shore excursions are just as possible as organized tours.Carol is tuned in to the music of cruising Professional musician, Carol Johns, fine tuning one of P&O Cruises Australia's flagship Pacific Explorer's pianos.​The fine tuning of P&O Cruises Australia's flagship Pacific Explorer extends to also fine tuning the ship's five beautiful pianos.After more than two years of not sounding a note, the onboard pianos needed some special tender loving care from piano tuner Carol Johns.A professional musician, Carol has a good ear for the music of cruising and so it was for her a labour of love to strike the right note with Pacific Explorer's pianos.According to Carol, it takes about two hours to tune a piano properly and she also acknowledged that two years of no playing had taken a toll on Pacific Explorer's five.“After nearly two and a half years, they've got themselves to under concert pitch so you have to lift them back up to get them in tune,” Carol said.“That happens with any piano but it's exaggerated because of the time and being on a ship is a tough time for a piano.“It takes about two hours to tune a piano if you want to make it really beautiful because there are about 88 notes but there are more than 220 strings and they've all got to be tuned, some of them more than once.”During normal operations, piano tuners made regular “ship calls” to P&O Cruises ships but that was impossible during the pause when the fleet was far from their Australian home.After being carefully tuned by Carol, the pianos will be glad to be home as well.And moreJoin the show:If you have a cruise tip, burning question or want to record a cruise review get in touch with us via the website https://thebigcruisepodcast.com/join-the-show/ Guests: Chris Frame: https://bit.ly/3a4aBCg   Chris's Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/c/ChrisFrameOfficialPeter Kollar: https://www.cruising.org.au/Home Listen & Subscribe: Amazon Podcasts: https://amzn.to/3w40cDcApple Podcasts: https://apple.co/2XvD7tF Audible: https://adbl.co/3nDvuNgCastbox: https://bit.ly/2xkGBEI Google Podcasts: https://bit.ly/2RuY04u I heart Radio:  https://ihr.fm/3mVIEUASpotify: https://spoti.fi/3caCwl8 Stitcher: https://bit.ly/2JWE8Tz Pocket casts: https://bit.ly/2JY4J2M Tune in: https://bit.ly/2V0Jrrs Podcast Addict: https://bit.ly/2BF6LnE Hosted on Acast. 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Lover Boy checks in from a boat going through Ha Long Bay in Vietnam.

Folha Turismo desta sexta-feira vai até o Vietnã. O jornalista Fabiano Antunes, do site de viagem Rota1976.com fala sobre a capital Hanói, a agitação noturna de bares e restaurantes, o estilo de vida da população local e um dos principais atrativos turísticos que é o tour até as ilhas de Halong Bay.

Mui Ne - A sun kissed piece of paradise that offers an amazing contrast of experiences. This idyllic location will blow you away literally as the winds bring thousands each year to kitesurf. This, alongside adventure lovers on dune buggies on white and red sand dunes will have you believing for an instant you are in the Sahara desert. But only for a milli second. Its more recent badge is for being one of the  worlds top 10 beach locations.Find out all you need to know to enjoy this beautiful destination only 4 hours from HCMC.I am joined in this episode with Nikki Cornish from the Sailing Club Resort Mui Ne. A gorgeous resort set right on the beach. A sneak peak of the resort  and the hero image is featured on the show's website page here  www.whataboutVietnam.comNikki comes to show in her original capacity as GM of the Mui Ne Sailing Club property, and as an expat living there since 2018; born and raised in Zimbabwe, Africa. Nikki is a talented Swiss Hotel trained hospitality professional who began her career in the industry at a very young age. From running upmarket game lodges in Southern Africa, to working on private charter boats in the Caribbean. Nikki went on to opening her own eventing company in Zimbabwe where she did large scale events for many large international brands such as Coca-Cola, Heineken and Toyota to mention a few.Nikki is a delightful guest and you will love hearing her talk about this place that she has obviously come to love. Her insights and knowledge of the town, climate and experiences there will help you decide if its the place for you. While Mui Ne doesn't feature all the typical tourist attractions of other cities in Vietnam, it does offer a charm and cool atmosphere with great seafood and affordable accommodations. And let's not forget those white and red sand dunes and the famous “fairy” stream. A “must do” during your stay.Nikki has recently moved up to Halong Bay as the F&B Director for 3 brand new Sailing Club restaurants that will open in early 2022.  You can find out more about Nikki and the gorgeous Sailing Club locations through the links below:- https://www.linkedin.com/in/nikki-cornish/https://www.linkedin.com/company/sailing-club-leisure-group/ https://www.sailingclubmuine.com/ https://www.facebook.com/sailingclubmuineWHATABOUTVIETNAM - check out more podcasts to help you trip planIf you are liking what I am doing with the show, I'd love it if you would please consider giving me a short review on Apple Podcasts/ITunes.Sign up for Kerry's WAV newsletter -  https://www.whataboutvietnam.com/newsletterInstagram; https://www.instagram.com/whataboutvietnampodcast/Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/whataboutvietnamYou Tube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCavCC1--oE5rUhO_SlENmqw

A travelers paradise, a budgeters dream and home of the world's cheapest pint (according to us and our guests anyway), we present to you: Vietnam. The boys and their guest, Invisible John, exchange some old war stories... No, not that war of course. From motorbiking the coastal roads featured on Top Gear to exploring Ha Long Bay and appearing on a prime-time TV show; this one was quite the adventure as Big Sid and our guest cover everything between Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh City. Many of you know Ellen DeGeneres, but do you know her Vietnamese counterpart? For the foodies among you, prepare yourselves for some of the most extreme foods we have covered on this podcast NSFW. As beautiful as Vietnam is in the day, it can be very interesting at night, so join us on this ultimate adventure and make sure to make Vietnam your next travel destination! RIP Robin Williams, we love you. . . MUSIC: @Rock.e.r . . Travel Travel Travel Travel Travel Travel Travel Travel Travel Travel Travel Travel Travel Travel Travel Travel Travel Travel Travel Travel Travel Travel Travel Travel Travel Travel Travel Travel Travel Travel Travel Travel Travel Travel Travel Travel Travel Travel Travel Travel Travel Travel Travel Travel Travel Travel Travel Travel Travel Travel Travel Travel Travel Travel Travel Travel Travel Travel Travel Travel Travel Travel Travel Travel Travel Travel Travel Travel Travel Travel Travel Travel Travel Travel Travel Travel Travel Travel Travel Travel Travel Travel Travel Travel Travel Travel Travel Travel Travel Travel Travel Travel Travel Travel Travel Travel Travel Travel Travel Travel Travel Travel Travel Travel Travel Travel Travel Travel Travel Travel Travel Travel Travel Travel Travel Travel Travel Travel Travel Travel Travel Travel Travel Travel Travel Travel Travel Travel Travel Travel Travel Travel Travel Travel Travel Travel Travel Travel Travel Travel Travel Travel Travel Travel Travel Travel Travel Travel Travel Travel Travel Travel Travel Travel Travel Travel Travel Travel Travel Travel Travel Travel Travel Travel Travel Travel Travel Travel Travel Travel Travel Travel Travel Travel Travel Travel Travel Travel Travel Travel Travel Travel Travel Travel Travel Travel Travel Travel Travel Travel Travel Travel Travel Travel Travel Travel Travel Travel Travel Travel Travel Travel Travel Travel Travel Travel Travel Travel Travel Travel Travel Travel Travel Travel Travel Travel Travel Travel Travel Travel Travel Travel Travel Travel Travel Travel Travel Travel Travel Vietnam War --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/2beerstilltakeoff/message

Imagine waking up to the smell of rich black coffee and warm croissants in Paris. And last month it was taking a day cruise in Halong Bay, Vietnam.  How would you like to travel the world not only for free but also creating your own income on the fly?  In this episode, The Prisoner and the Postman drop knowledge bombs that only come from experience. If you're looking for practical tips and the inspiration you need to get started and succeed in your next travel quest, give today's episode a listen! For a completely free training on how to create true freedom as an online coach and how to join our amazing community visit www.thecoachingmasters.com Coach Your Way to Freedom