Review: Southeast Asia Review, Tour of Cambodia, Laos, Vietnam, Hoi An, Hue, Halong Bay, Angkor Temples, Biking, Culture

There were so many -- but highlights included biking in northern Laos, through villages to ancient Cambodian temples, and through the town and into the rice paddies in Hue.  Hanoi was beautiful and exciting, Halong Bay spectacular (despite less than perfect weather). Hoi An was charming, the Temples of Angkor were spectacular.  Getting to both know our guides and meet with locals (artists, musicians, schools, neighbors and others) was awesome -- including a fascinating baci ceremony in Luang Probang.  Getting to know our local guides was a critical part of this great trip.  And to top it off, the food (from the street food to elegant restaurants) was fantastic.