things to do in hanoi 2025

Hanoi Banana Island Countryside Tours 2025: A Local Review

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Hanoi Banana Island Countryside Tours 2025: A Local Review A Green Getaway Just a Bridge Away You know, there’s a spot just a stone’s throw from Hanoi’s Old Quarter that feels like a completely different universe. In fact, it’s called Banana Island, or ‘Bai Giua’ by the people who live here, and it’s a piece of quiet land in the middle of the Red River. Honestly, getting there is just a walk over the famous Long Bien Bridge. The air sort of changes when you get there; it’s just cleaner and a bit quieter. What’s amazing is how a city …

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A Genuine Look at the 2025 Hanoi Half-Day Tour by Minsk Motorcycle

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A Genuine Look at the 2025 Hanoi Half-Day Tour by Minsk Motorcycle So, you are thinking about how to really get a feel for Hanoi, right? You’ve likely seen the tour pamphlets and the big air-conditioned buses. Honestly, they are a way to see the city, I mean, but they feel a little detached. As I was saying, there is a totally different way to experience this place. We’re talking about hopping on the back of a classic Minsk motorcycle for a half-day outing that’s, you know, a mix of food, local life, and just pure fun. To be honest, …

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