Once upon a time, a friendly dragon lived in the heavens above Halong Bay.

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Halong Bay might be fun for the kids, plus you can swim and explore some caves.

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Converting the bikes to amphibious vehicles to explore Halong Bay might be a step too far for a holiday.

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Buy each other ridiculous presents along the way, but try not to have a major accident on the road to Halong Bay like Jeremy Clarkson.

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Like Halong Bay on high, karst peaks protrude from the top of rolling mountains and secluded villages are home to a colourful mosaic of ethnic minorities.

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Next they hop on a traditional junk for a sail across Halong Bay, whose waters teem with prawns, oysters, squid and snapper that are staples of the local cuisine.

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