Is it possible to sweat this much?

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Halong Bay + Extreme sun = SWEAT!

Well, we had booked our trip to Halong Bay and set off without any problems. Bus was full of tourists from all over the world, but the island was full of Canucks! Jodi met another articling student who was doing the same as us....small world.
The only thing that we can both say is that we had an amazing experience that we will surely not forget. We did a little kayaking and stayed on a private island in a beach hut made from bamboo. Before leaving we looked up the weather network which was predicting rain both days.....instead we had two of the hottest sunniest days they have had recently and we're sweating from every orifice....seriously!
Our host/guide on this trip was Tinh (Ocean Tours) and was a great guy. He was a very enthusiastic guy who took us on a hike that almost killed the two of us. We had some great food and made some new friends along the way. It was nice to leave the busy streets and never ending honking of Hanoi for soft waves crashing on the beach.
My (Dan) weight loss must be at 5 pounds already as I have already started pullig up my shorts every 20 minutes or so. People here laugh at how much I sweat and laugh when I talk about winters in Canada and Ice Hockey.
Jodi is really starting to relax and enjoy herself. She makes me do most of the talking to people as they seem to respomd a little better, the lawyer comes out of her sometimes!
We are so thankful for this experience but look forward to our departure from Hanoi tommorrow morning.
Off to Hue......more to come!

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Photos

Breathtaking!
woke up to this

Hut #2
this was the second....Jodi wanted to change.

hospital cave on Cat Ba
This moutain had a hospital in it during the American war which housed 250 people/patients.....really amazing to see

Rice wine
Tinh invited me over to drink with him...tell you the rest when we get back!

Comments

[Jenn]

Pictures look great guys - especially the view from your porch! Can't wait to see more!

[normboucher]

Hot in paradise
Good to hear from you two! Looks like the humidity and heat is getting the best of you! Take care for now and ask before you eat something! Norm

[Shannon]

Wow!
Hi Jodi and Dan; Your posted pictures are fantastic. It sounds like you have already done a tremendous number of exciting things! Jodi, sounds like the hiking and tours will keep you in shape for soccer when you return. Shannon

[michelle]

Hot Stuff!
I just read through your blog - looks like you are having an amazing time! Who knew that you could lose weight traveling! Maybe that's what John and I should do. My last day of work is tmrw, and then i am heading for some beach and beer time of my own - thinking about you guyz lots and sending you happy travel vibes. keep us updated on all the adventures - and rub a buddha or two for good luck for me, would ya! love to you - michelle (and john says hi too)

[Erin]

Great photos!
Wow - I think Jodi has figured out the camera :) The beach resort looks amazing...can't imagine waking up to a sunset like that.

[Christine]

Green!
Seriously, you guys! I am turning green with envy over here!! You look like you are having such a great time, what an experience. It also makes me realize how long it's been since I've seen you so we must hook up when you are back in CA so I can hear all the stories!!

[Jon Yarwood]

hey
Nice pics guys.. You sure you guys cant meet up in Australia?

[sharon and grandma]

so envious
Hi guys..the pictures are fantastic..glad to see that you are having a grat time.Green with envy..I will just keep driving my asians all summer...Love Sharon