Ambassador Signature Cruise

“         Ambassador Signature Cruise, Lan Ha Bay (less tourists and cruise ships)

1. The bus trip to Halong Bay was very pleasant and fast. The bus driver was very good and stopped for a 15 minute toilet break after 1.5 hours. When we arrived at Halong Bay cruise terminal he guided the whole family to the Ambassador Signature tour desk inside the cruise terminal. He handed us over to the Ambassador Signature staff who efficiently gave each family member a luggage ticket + wristband. The bus driver reassured us that he would meet us after we disembarked to transport us back to Hanoi. We were then guided to a waiting shuttle bus which took us to the tender boat. We boarded the tender boat and approximately 20 minutes embarked on the Ambassador Signature cruise ship. We were welcomed by all of the friendly staff and guided to our individual rooms and advised lunch would be served. 10/10

2. The buffet lunch when we boarded was excellent. One family member who had dietary requirements was well catered for lunch, dinner, breakfast. 10/10

3. The activity after lunch was to a small fishing village. The whole family particularly enjoyed the foot cleaning fish at the village!! We made a lot of videos for the family and photobook. 10/10
When we returned to the ship three of our family members went swimming off the back of the ship in Halong Bay.

4. Next activity offered was the cooking class demonstration, but all the family decided not to attend but rested instead prior to dinner.

5. The formal dinner and entertainment were exceptional. Everyone thoroughly enjoyed the Michelin style menu. On the night two family members were celebrating their milestone birthdays and were called up on stage and provided with birthday cakes. 10/10
After dinner three family members participated in the squid fishing and were successful in catching squid. 10/10

6. Tai Chi at 6:00am in the morning. Family members did not attend as everyone had a late night dancing and enjoying the party.

7. Kayaking: All family members participated in the kayaking activity and thoroughly enjoyed the experience of going through the caves. 10/10

8. Breakfast: buffet breakfast: Exceptional. 10/10

9. The rooms were well maintained and very clean with all round views. All the family members were very impressed with the luxurious decor. The 'Captain's Suite' was to a very high standard. 10/10

Overall, we would highly recommend this cruise company to family and friends. We were pleasantly surprised by the quietness of the bay during the day and evening with no other cruise ships anchored nearby. Security was very good as three staff did separate counts to ensure nobody was ever left behind. 10/10

Visiting Halong Bay was a wonderful experience for all of us and we were unaware of how extensive the area is. We suggest anyone visiting Hanoi should include Halong Bay in their itinerary.
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