 The
appeal of distant lands, the unique sights and
smells, the oddity of it all. Southeast Asia can
capture your imagination, startle you, tempt you
and seduce you. And on a cruise ship, your first
views of each stop along the way will be memorable
- ah, so that's Hong Kong! Indeed it is, in its
full glory.
And Vietnam, so different, so beautiful, not
like you would have imagined it from your studies
of North American history. Southeast Asia is
a bizarre, enchanting and exciting place - the
right honeymoon for the right couple. And a
cruise is a carefree way to sample it.
You
will board the Radisson Seven Seas ship M. S.
Song of Flower in cosmopolitan Singapore after
two days at the historic Raffles Hotel. This
is a peaceful place to transition from airplane
to Asia, where you will be captivated by its
colonial charm and pampered to the fullest extent
possible. Before departing the hotel, don't
forget to stop by the famous Long Bar for an
original Singapore Sling. Soon, you will board
the ship, head out of port and begin your journey
towards Vietnam.
You've
heard so much about this exotic destination….
you are both anxious to get out and explore.
First stop is Ho Chi Minh City, which still
goes by its original name of Saigon. What did
Ho Chi Minh do to this place? The Cu Chi Tunnels,
the Museum of American War Crimes (as it is
known locally), the hustle and bustle of the
streets, and oh, the food! Look out for all
those motor scooters!
You've
had your first taste of Vietnam, now there's
more. Visit the historical cities of Qui Nhon
and Da Nang, where as one of you may find interesting,
the women choose their husbands. Side trip to
the countryside to see Hue, the former home
of Imperial Emperors, or frequent the museums
that capture the history of the Vietnam coast.
 Next,
at Hai Phong, don't miss the opportunity to travel
inland to visit Hanoi - a fascinating city rich
in architecture, culture and history. Many find
the city's eclectic mix of French and Vietnamese
culture to be alluring.
By
contrast, and by now you know Asia is full of
them, you will travel to Halong Bay, a natural
wonder with thousands of craggy mountain peaks
jutting straight out of the water. Take a boat
tour, or take a more intimate look via kayak.
During
this trip, you may find yourselves saying…
Is that bar really called Apocalypse Now? How
will we ever fit through that tiny opening at
the Cu Chi Tunnels? Why does Hanoi remind us
of Paris? Will our pictures of Halong Bay turn
out - no one will believe us otherwise! Is it
possible that Hong Kong has the most beautiful
skyline of any city?
And
so your adventure comes to a close in Hong Kong,
but not before you have some fun in this remarkable
city. Your base for exploration will be a beautiful
suite at the luxurious Regent Hotel overlooking
Hong Kong Bay. This side of Asia is electric,
filled with energy but still in harmony with
the peace and tranquility you saw earlier. A
perfect way to start your marriage - with excitement,
relaxation and balance.
Who
will enjoy this trip
Those who are culturally intrigued by Asia,
or wish to experience the stark contrasts this
continent provides. Those who enjoy visiting
cosmopolitan cities and out of the way places.
Those interested in discovering Vietnam.
Who should avoid this trip
Those who prefer not to explore the shore options
- there are plenty of other cruises where you
can simply relax on board. The sights here are
not to be missed.
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