Hanoi and Halong Bay, Vietnam

Imperial Citadel of Thang Long Vietnam’s capital races to make up for time lost to the ravages of war and a government that as recently as the 1990s kept the outside world at bay. Its streets surge with scooters vying for right of way amid the din of constantly blaring horns, and all around layers of history reveal periods of French and Chinese occupation – offering a glimpse into the resilience of ambitious, proud Hanoians. (http://www.lonelyplanet.com/vietnam/hanoi/introduction) We visited Hanoi, Vietnam and took a day tour at Halong Bay last October 14-18,2016. We stayed at Hanoi Elegance E-Central Hotel.   First breakfast and first Pho in Hanoi was eaten at Pho…