Category Archives: Getting There & Tips

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 does a trip to Cat Ba island actually cost in 2026? Real prices for [...]

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

When is the best time to visit Cat Ba island? A month-by-month guide to weather, [...]

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: Vietnam’s Wild Escape Beyond Ha Long Bay

Everything first-timers need to know about Cat Ba Island: when to go, how to get [...]