Bhaya Cruises is inviting invites travellers to embrace slow travel and mindful living amid the serene landscapes of Halong Bay with the launch of Bhaya Soul, its newest vessel which will set sail in July 2025.

Heritage Line has heralded a “new chapter” of sailing the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Halong Bay by charting a course into the lesser-known waters of Bai Tu Long Bay starting January 2026.

Heritage Line’s smallest vessel, Violet, has undergone a redesign, featuring revamped suite accommodations, a new dining venue, and completely renovated and enhanced public areas.

InterContinental Halong Bay Resort and InterContinental Residences Halong Bay has been proposed for a 2023 opening. The property marks InterContinental Hotels Group’s expansion into Vietnam’s Quang Ninh province.

Hanoi-based Lux Group has fully acquired the five-star, all-inclusive Emperor Cruises, adding to the travel and hospitality company’s portfolio which includes the DMC Luxury Travel and Heritage Cruises. The purchase makes Lux Group the largest luxury cruise and travel group in Vietnam.

Southeast Asian boutique river cruise specialist and Traveller Made Hotel Partner, Heritage Line, has announced plans to add two new vessels to its fleet in 2019 as it celebrates 10 years of operation.

Halong Bay is bracing itself for its biggest and most luxurious cruising vessel yet replete with 46 spacious cabins, an evening piano bar, spa, fine dining restaurant and two expansive sun decks.