Category Archives: Getting There & Tips

Hai Phong to Cat Ba: speedboat, cable car or ferry

Three ways from Hai Phong to Cat Ba in 2026: the Ben Binh speedboat, the [...]

What to Pack for Cat Ba Island: A Local’s Honest Checklist

A practical Cat Ba island packing list by season, written by a family who lives [...]

Cat Ba Central Bay Construction 2026: What It Means for Your Trip

Cat Ba town is a construction site in 2026. What the Central Bay development means [...]

Solo Female Travel in Cat Ba: A Safety Guide from a Local Family

Is Cat Ba island safe for solo female travellers? Honest, practical advice on transport, nights [...]

Cat Ba Island on a Budget 2026: What Things Really Cost

What Cat Ba Island really costs in 2026: transport, rooms, food, park fees and bikes [...]

Best Time to Visit Cat Ba Island: A Month-by-Month Guide (2026)

When to visit Cat Ba Island, month by month: weather, sea, crowds, storm season and [...]

Vietnam Health Declaration From July 1, 2026 — What Travelers Actually Need to Know

Vietnam's new health declaration applies from July 1, 2026. What travelers actually need to prepare [...]

Lan Homestay Travel Guide: Location, Transport & Tour Routes

How to reach Lan Homestay in Viet Hai village: boat schedules, transfer options and the [...]

Cat Ba Island Travel Guide 2026: When to Go, How to Get There, Where to Stay

Everything for a first trip to Cat Ba Island: best months, routes from Hanoi, Hai [...]