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Halong Bay - Vietnam
EXPERIENCE THE JADE GREEN WATERS
Every day, the Emeraude journeys through one of the worldâs most dazzling
natural wonders and into the sepia realm of a dream. Named for a cruising
vessel that plied these waters between 1906 and 1937, the Emeraude aspires
to the magnificence of the bay itself. Its air-conditioned cabins, en suite
bathrooms, award-winning cuisine and spacious deck space set the stage for
the voyage of a lifetime.
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Sung Sot Cave
GO CAVING AT SUNG SOT GROTTO
Early French tourists who wandered among the 10,000 square meters of this
cavern dubbed this space âGrotte des Surprisesâ, or Surprise Cave. Sung Sot
more than lives up to its name on Bon Ho Island, situated right at the heart of
the UNESCO-recognised World Heritage area. From the wharf, 50 steep stone
steps lead up to the entrance, but the view is worth the effort. Â The grotto
features thousands of stalactites and stalagmites. Paths, lights and signposts
guide you through two caves which continue to offer yet more twists, turns
and, yes, surprises throughout.
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WILDLIFE
Halong Bay is rich in natural beauty and wildlife. Ancient trees are home to a
diverse bird population including Black Kites, herons, egrets, terns and gulls.
Halong Bay Wildlife
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FLOATING VILLAGE
Sixteen hundred people live on Halong Bay fishing villages in a calm bay
surrounded by limestone karsts. Most, not surprisingly, earn their living by
fishing and spend almost their entire existence living on the water.
Halong Bay fishing villages
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Hang Trong Cave
HANG TRONG AnCHORAGE
The Emeraude anchors at Hang Trong. Hang Trong or Drum Cave, refers to a
nearby cave that earned its name as a result of the sound made as the wind blows
through its stalagmites and stalactites. The waters here are quiet for swimming
and there is lots to explore by kayak.
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SQUID ANYONE
Try your hand at squid fishing with the Emeraude crew.
Squid fishing
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BEHOLD THE SILVER SCREEN
After dark, gather topside for a viewing of âIndochineâ, projected on deck with
surround sound and surround scenery. An unparalleled movie experience.
âIndocinaâ film
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Tai chi on Emeraude
TAI CHI, HALONG STYLE
To enjoy the ultimate serenity in the ultimate location, meet our tai chi instructor
on the sun deck at dawn with complimentary tea and coffee.
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How to Shoot Halong Bay
When it comes to photography, Recently, we spoke What should photographers be thinking
Halong Bay is a challenge. No with Kris LeBoutillier, about as they make plans for Halong Bay?
question about it. On board the a photojournalist who
Emeraude, weâve heard more has worked with National If youâre going specifically for
than a few passengers voice Geographic Traveler across photography, you have to go at the
frustration over not being able Asia and Australia. Hereâs best time of the year. Go for the optimal
to capture through the lens what Kris has to say about amount of good light. The second thing
what they feel in person. taking picture on Halong Bay. is a wide angle lens. You want as much
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of the beautiful bay at the right time as Read up on the stories, the legends, capture dragons. No, but you may get
you can. Whether you are at water level, the history. This will give you inspiration. mist and early morning light thatâs very
or on a hill looking down, the whole As you appreciate how others, from a soft, or afternoons where you get that long
point is to get the wide shot to show perspective of history or legends, see the light late in the day. With the right kind of
vastness. bay, youâll then have some impressions weather, and the lovely limestone, youâre
to go for in your pictures. Except that in going to get the ambiance of an East
What else would you recommend before Halong Bay so many of the stories are Asian fairy tale. Thatâs where your dragons
traveling to the bay? about dragons. No oneâs going to get to come in.
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ABOUT THE FOUNDER
Stepping onto the Emeraude is as looking - as was his habit - for anything revealed the name of one of the vessels,
transporting as time travel. And the vesselâs old with links to Vietnam and Indochina. the âEmeraudeâ. For some time, the cards
history is as captivating as a fine old yarn. On this day, he found three postcards, lay in Ericâs desk in Paris. From time to
dated 1916, 1917 and 1919. Two time, he took them out and showed them
The Postcard. In 1999, a young French pictured paddle steamers in Halong to friends. He dreamed of finding the
entrepreneur Eric Merlin was rummaging Bay. A third showed a steamer at port old vessels. Later, as those prospects
in the St. Ouen flea market in Paris, in nearby Haiphong. A magnifying glass dimmed, a new dream took sail.
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FACTSHEET
DESTINATION HISTORY
Only a mere 3 hours drive from Hanoi, In 1910 a paddle steamer called the brothers built Emeraude, Perle, Saphir,
Vietnam is one of the great natural Emeraude was offering unforgettable Rubis and Onyx to ferry passengers and
wonders of the world and a UNESCO cruises in Halong Bay for visitor to freight along the waterways of Indochina
World Heritage Site, Halong Bay what was then French Indochina. The and cruise on magnificent Halong Bay.
covers an area of 1,500km over which Emeraude was part of a flotilla owned by
are scattered thousands of limestone the Roque family who had left Bordeaux in
islands and grottoes rising from the 1858 in search of adventure and fortune.
clear, emerald waters of The Gulf of Bac Over a period of more than 50 years they
Bo. The majestic beauty of the bay and found both. After several ups and downs
its islands is only fully appreciated while including successful trading and timber
meandering among the islands, fjords businesses, near bankruptcy and being
and inlets. taken hostage by pirates, the Roque
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CONCEPT ACCOMMODATION Cabin configuration
The Emeraude offers a regular one night Each bespoke cabin exudes warmth 34 Luxury Cabins
2 days cruise & charter service on board and character with high standards of (04 Standard, 08 Superior, 22 Deluxe)
a luxurious replica steamer with 37 cabins workmanship, distinguished style and 01 Paul Roque Suite
meticulously designed to evoke the impeccable service. With its polished 01 Suite Emeraude
nostalgic charm of colonial Indochina . A wooden floors and brass fixtures and 01 Captainâs Suite
chance to experience timeless elegance fittings the Emeraudeâs rooms offer
and nostalgia of a by-gone era on board timeless elegance. All cabins have two way
Halongâs finest. air-conditioning, en suite bathrooms with
private shower.
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DINING ACTIVITIES FACILTIES
The Restaurant âą Tai chi classes on the Sun deck âą Spa Facilities
The Emeraudeâs restaurant offers âą Kayaking âą Major credit cards accepted - Visa,
delicious, freshly caught local seafood and âą Vietnamese food preparation demonstration AMEX and Master Card
other specialties. âą Squid fishing âą Souvenirs and gifts
Sun deck Bar âą Visit to Sung Sot Cave or Surprise Grotto âą First Aid and life jackets
A bar lounge serves refreshing cocktails âą Visit to Floating Village âą Multilingual Staff
and beverages ,it also provides relaxing âą Evening Movie show âIndochineâ
sun beds. âą Swimming
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