
Getting to Cat Ba from Hanoi: Best Routes, Prices & Travel Tips (2026 Guide)
Discover the best routes, prices, travel times, and insider tips for 2026—plus the easiest transfers with Bong Hostel.

Discover the best routes, prices, travel times, and insider tips for 2026—plus the easiest transfers with Bong Hostel.

Old Quarter vs French Quarter explained for backpackers—costs, vibes, nightlife, and Bong Hostel tips for 2026.

Discover exactly what to bring for your trips to Hanoi, Sapa, and the Ha Giang Loop—plus smart tips and Bong Hostel tour essentials.

Planning a trip to Hanoi in 2026? Discover the 34 biggest mistakes tourists make in Hanoi—and how to avoid them.

Planning a Spring Itinerary for North Vietnam in 2026? Discover the ultimate 2-week route including the Ha Giang Loop, Sapa trekking, Cat Ba, and more with Bong Hostel.

Discover the ultimate spa day in Hanoi with these 19 top spots for nails, hair, and massages!

Introducing 20 of the best vegan places to eat in Hanoi.

If you’re looking for the best Banh Mi in Hanoi, you’ve come to the right place!

If you're short on time but hungry for adventure, let us show you how to make the most of 48 hours in Hanoi—the soul of North Vietnam.

In this blog post, we’ll explore 30 of the best coffee shops in Hanoi—and what experience they’re the best for—to provide the ultimate guide

While we’ve covered the best things to do in Hanoi before, here's a guide on 15+ free things to do, for the budget backpackers among us!

Hanoi is filled with many amazing experiences. But being spoiled for choice can be overwhelming; enter another Bong Hostel Survival Guide!

Welcome to Bong Hostel Hanoi, where comfort and affordability converge in the heart of the city’s Old Quarter.