Moon Hanoi: Including Ha Long Bay (Travel Guide)

**Moon Travel Guides: Your World, Your WayWandering Hanoi's jam-packed neighborhoods, bustling markets, and vibrant Old Quarter, you'll find the soul of Vietnam. See it all with __Moon Hanoi__.*** **Strategic itineraries** for seeing the best of the city and worthwhile excursions to remote villages in Vietnam's northern mountains * **Detailed maps and full-color photos throughout** * **Activities and ideas for every traveler:** Take in the history of this thousand-year-old city at the Temple of Literature, or visit the embalmed remains of Vietnam's greatest hero, Ho Chi Minh. Explore the art galleries of the Old Quarter, and sample authentic Vietnamese cuisine, including the country's best pho. Experience the best of Hanoi after dark with local craft beers and live music in the chic French Quarter. Head north to wander the markets of Sapa, hike to remote waterfalls, or learn about H'mong culture * **Expert insight** from journalist and expat Dana Filek-Gibson on her adopted home * Useful tips on health and safety, sustainable travel, traveling solo as a woman, and scheduling group tours * **Honest advice** on when to go, how to get around, and where to stay, plus a handy Vietnamese phrasebook * **Thorough information** on the landscape, history, and culture, all packaged in a book light enough to fit in your carry-on **With __Moon Hanoi's__ expert advice, myriad activities, and local know-how, you can plan your trip your way.**Seeing more than just the city? Check out __Moon Vietnam__. Expanding your trip? Try __Moon Phuket & Ko Samui,__ or __Moon Angkor Wat.__ Moon Travel Guides: Your World, Your Way Wandering Hanoi's jam-packed neighborhoods, bustling markets, and vibrant Old Quarter, you'll find the soul of Vietnam. See it all with Moon Hanoi . Strategic itineraries for seeing the best of the city and worthwhile excursions to remote villages in Vietnam's northern mountains Detailed maps and full-color photos throughout Activities and ideas for every traveler: Take in the history of this thousand-year-old city at the Temple of Literature, or visit the embalmed remains of Vietnam's greatest hero, Ho Chi Minh. Explore the art galleries of the Old Quarter, and sample authentic Vietnamese cuisine, including the country's best pho. Experience the best of Hanoi after dark with local craft beers and live music in the chic French Quarter. Head north to wander the markets of Sapa, hike to remote waterfalls, or learn about H'mong culture Expert insight from journalist and expat Dana Filek-Gibson on her adopted home Useful tips on health and safety, sustainable travel, traveling solo as a woman, and scheduling group tours Honest advice on when to go, how to get around, and where to stay, plus a handy Vietnamese phrasebook Thorough information on the landscape, history, and culture, all packaged in a book light enough to fit in your carry-on With Moon Hanoi's expert advice, myriad activities, and local know-how, you can plan your trip your way. Seeing more than just the city? Check out Moon Vietnam . Expanding your trip? Try Moon Phuket & Ko Samui, or Moon Angkor Wat. Your World Your Way! Explore the soul of Vietnam in this thousand-year-old city of Hanoi with Moon Travel Guides! What You'll Find in Moon Hanoi : Expert, local author Dana Filek-Gibson shares everything she's learned about this bustling city in her adopted country Full-color guidebook with vibrant, helpful photos Detailed directions and maps for exploring on your own, including information on Ha Long Bay and Sapa Strategic itineraries , such as a Ha Long Bay Cruise and A Long Weekend in Hanoi Activities for every traveler : Explore the labyrinthine karsts and limestone caves of Ha Long Bay. Learn about Hanoi's history and heroes at the Temple of Literature and the Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum. Soak up the sophisticated energy of Hanoi's art scene and cafe-culture, or go dress-shopping in the city's bustling older neighborhoods. Try a fresh batch of bia hoi , Vietnam's craft beer,... Travel writer and Vietnam resident Dana Filek-Gibson shares her expat perspective on the rich and vibrant city of Hanoi