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The Magic in Service Recovery: Spinning Your Customer Service Mistakes into Gold

Fri, 13 Dec 2019 08:03:00 +0200

It's simple, yet not many companies practice the magic of service recovery. The magic in service recovery occurs when a front-line employee solves a customer's problem and does so in 60 seconds or less. Acting quickly, taking responsibility, making an empowered decision, and compensating the customer will result in customer loyalty that will increase your sales and profits and help to ensure your success in an increasingly competitive world. In today's fast-paced world we need service recovery...

Danh sách 10 tập đoàn quản lý khách sạn nổi tiếng thế giới

Sun, 08 Dec 2019 10:46:00 +0200

► Marriott International - Xuất xứ, trụ sở: Bethesda - Maryland - Washington D.C, Mỹ - Năm thành lập: 1927 - Số khách sạn: 6.906 (tính đến cuối tháng 3/2019) - Các thương hiệu trực thuộc: + Luxury: JW Marriott Hotels, The Ritz-Carlton, St. Regis Hotels & Resort, Edition Hotels, Bulgari Hotels & Resorts, The Luxury Collection, W Hotels. + Premium: Delta Hotels, Marriott Hotels & Resorts, Marriott Vacation Club, Sheraton Hotels...

Dinner at Home Finest Saigon

Sun, 18 Aug 2019 08:20:00 +0200

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CAV charity trip on 13 July, 2019

Sun, 14 Jul 2019 09:37:00 +0200

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CAV Members dinner at Belgo-Craft Beer in June 2019

Mon, 01 Jul 2019 16:00:00 +0200

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CAV Members dinner at Di Mai restaurant in June 2019

Mon, 01 Jul 2019 15:58:00 +0200

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Dinner at The Garlik on June 2019

Sun, 23 Jun 2019 20:09:00 +0200

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CAV meeting on June 2019

Fri, 21 Jun 2019 16:55:00 +0200

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Inspection at Renkon restaurant in June, 2019

Sat, 08 Jun 2019 16:18:00 +0200

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CAV site inspection @ Vinpearl Luxury Hotel & Sky Observation Deck on May, 2019

Wed, 22 May 2019 17:26:00 +0200

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Hanoi Concierge meeting at Nhà 9NKC Fusion Restaurant & Cafeteria

Tue, 07 May 2019 21:40:00 +0200

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CAV meeting at Xu on 4 May, 2019

Tue, 30 Apr 2019 19:09:00 +0200

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CAV Members meeting at Xu Lounge & Restaurant

Tue, 30 Apr 2019 18:49:00 +0200

CAV Members meeting at Xu Lounge & Restaurant Date 4 May, 2019 Time 18:00

HCM City medical tourism guide released

Mon, 28 May 2018 08:53:00 +0200

The Ho Chi Minh City Department of Tourism and Department of Health on May 23 released a bilingual Medical Tourism Guide with basic information about travel and healthcare in the city. Ho Chi Minh City Medical Tourism Guide (Source: sggp.org.vn) The guidebook in Vietnamese and English has the names, addresses and phone numbers of 14 health facilities in the city, including the HCM City Heart Institute, Dermato-Venereology Hospital, HCM City Paediatrics Hospital,...

Hanoi has second pedestrians’ space

Mon, 14 May 2018 20:14:00 +0200

A new pedestrian street, Trinh Cong Son street in Nhat Tan ward of Hanoi’s Tay Ho district near the West Lake, was launched in the evening of May 11, offering additional entertainment spaces for locals and visitors. The street, named after Trinh Cong Son (1939-2001), one of the greatest songwriters of modern Vietnam, is designed to be a venue of arts and street food performance. Its opening was postponed several times for better preparations. Along with the street, the...

Vietnam recommended among top 10 welcoming countries

Sun, 01 Apr 2018 16:15:00 +0200

Vietnam has benefited from political stability, robust economic expansion, relaxing visa requirements and budget living costs, making it into the list of the 10 friendliest destinations in the world, according to InterNations, the world’s largest international community for people who live and work abroad. Vietnam came 9th in a new ranking of the 2018 annual Expat Insider survey conducted by InterNations, jumping three spots against last year. The organization says that the Southeast Asian...

Hoi An outdoor entertainment show breaks two Vietnamese records

Thu, 22 Mar 2018 21:32:00 +0200

A live entertainment show in the central province of Quang Nam which features bustling scenes of the trading port of Hoi An in the 16th and 17th centuries was acknowledged as the largest-ever outdoor visual art performance and the show with the largest number of actors by the Vietnam Records Organization (Vietkings). The daily show, which started on March 18 at Hoi An Impression theme park, attracts more than 500 actors while the stage of the show covers 25,000 square meters and is able to...

New night market opens in ancient city

Mon, 12 Mar 2018 08:08:00 +0200

The ancient city of Hội An has allocated some sections of four streets – Trần Quý Cáp, Bạch Đằng, Tiểu La and Hoàng Văn Thu – near Hội An market as a space for the third night market to serve tourists looking for shopping opportunities in the city. Vice chairman of the city’s People’s Committee Nguyễn Văn Sơn said the night market with 56 pavilions will open daily from 6pm to 11pm. He said the newly-launched night market will offer more shopping options for tourists at night, easing the...

Vietnam Airlines to open Nha Trang - Seoul air route

Thu, 08 Mar 2018 16:45:00 +0200

National carrier Vietnam Airlines will launch a new air route linking Nha Trang and Seoul from March 25, to meet the increasing demand for travel links between Vietnam and the Republic of Korea. A representative from Vietnam Airlines says this is the fourth air route launched by the national carrier to link Vietnam with Seoul, after opening routes between Hanoi/HCM City/Da Nang and Seoul. Establishing this new route is an important step in implementing the cooperation agreement on trade,...

A 170-year-old pagoda in town

Fri, 12 Jan 2018 09:46:00 +0200

Lying at the foot of Chanh Hung Bridge in District 8, HCMC, An Phu Pagoda with a history of more than 170 years is frequented by foreign tourists who want to explore its ancient and unique architecture. Its history dates back to Nguyen Dynasty which ruled the country from 1802 until 1945. Construction of the pagoda was completed in 1847 by Venerable Thich Thanh Duc under the reign of King Tu Duc. Due to the deteriorating structures, the pagoda underwent restoration in 1961 under Master Monk of...

Travellers can pay by e-wallet at airport

Fri, 22 Dec 2017 19:50:00 +0200

The Vimo Technology Joint Stock Company (Vimo.vn) and Southern Airport Services Joint Stock Company (SASCO) have signed a cooperation agreement on launching electronic payment services for Asian tourists when travelling into Vietnam. From January 1, 2018, Asian travelers will be able to use electronic payments in Vietnamese currency (VND) at SASCO duty-free and retail shops in the international terminal of HCM City’s Tan Son Nhat International Airport. Foreign customers can use WeChat Pay...

Byfas Premium Tailoring is looking for candidates

Thu, 28 Sep 2017 10:09:00 +0200

Sales staff x 3 Good at English & passion on fashion Kindly send your CV to Ms. Hanh at: info@byfastailor.com www.facebook.com/ByfasPremiumTailoring/

Mad Cow Wine & Grill

Tue, 08 Aug 2017 21:33:00 +0200

Mad Cow is Saigon’s newest outlet to meet, mingle and taste amazing grilled Steaks or Seafood and enjoy great selections of madly priced wines! Mad Cow is Saigon’s daring answer to a casual yet cool experience that is far from a normal restaurant. Maddie and the Gang are fresh on the scene and are the perfect hosts, guaranteeing a great night our, delivering mouthwatering meals including a damn-good steak, seafood matched with retail priced wines. Opening...

Republic Club

Mon, 01 May 2017 18:21:00 +0200

Located in Bui Vien area where Western & Eastern cultures merged together, Republic Club's proud to be part of Bui Vien's newest nightlife experience where you can get enjoy. Republic is a special place in town where the modern meets the vintage. Their own style of homemade syrups together with cocktails made from unique and fresh ingredients enhances customer experiences that cannot be found anywhere else. Their food varies from Asian to Western creating different tastes for lovers and...

Piu Piu

Mon, 01 May 2017 18:17:00 +0200

Recently opened at a prime location in District 1 just behind Saigon Opera House, Piu Piu is on the fast track to become one of the hottest music hubs in the city. Recognised for their weekly themed parties, Piu Piu attracts a loyal clan of followers who come for the fun and quirky atmosphere, as well as exclusive line-ups. Local/international artists and DJs who have made an appearance here include Hazard Clique, Suboi, DJ Duca Dan, etc. With Piu Piu, you certainly don’t have to wait ‘til the...

Play

Sun, 30 Apr 2017 15:18:00 +0200

The club-subset of Glow Skybar, this posh little pleasure den packs some serious volume. Leave your after-work conversations for the rooftop bar and gather your friends around one of the plush lounge seating areas for a night of miming and serious dancing. With stellar service for paying patrons and a crowd to fit the budget, this one avoids the grungy feelings of Apo in favour of refined hard partying. Live performances are sensuous, fun, crazy and definitely flesh out the...

Envy Club

Sun, 30 Apr 2017 15:09:00 +0200

Envy Club raises the bar on what it means to go out in Saigon. Born from passion and inspired by perfection, the newly opened entertainment venue is three levels of art-deco inspired opulence. Culminating in a colosseum-esque pulpit and stage, they aim to become one of Asia’s nightlife hotspots; ‘a unique collaboration of outstanding musical talents, world class artists and fashion shows under one roof’. Often featuring airborne acrobatic dancers who descend from the sky, light shows worthy of...

4 x Bellmen - Sheraton Saigon

Mon, 03 Apr 2017 09:20:00 +0200

Sheraton Saigon is looking for 4 Bellmen and 1 Doorman. Please send your CV to Mr. Hieng: ssht.concierge@sheraton.com ssssssssssssss Sheraton Saigon is looking for 4 Bellmen and 1 Doorman. Please send your CV to Mr. Hieng, Head Concierge: ssht.concierge@sheraton.com Read more: http://www.conciergevietnam.org/recruitment/

Vietnam ART Gallery

Mon, 13 Mar 2017 09:32:00 +0200

Vietnam ART Gallery has offered you both distinctive respective of Vietnam's Artful life and satisfactory of full service for you right collection. We not only sells the painting but also collects and exhibits them for everyone who want to enjoy the real ART. Contact: www.vietnampainting.vn/index.asp?a=Contact

Huong Nga Fine Arts

Mon, 13 Mar 2017 09:30:00 +0200

Huong Nga Fine Arts Co., Ltd. is an awards-winning company established in 1988 in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam. It boasts a proud tradition of manufacturing indoor lacquer-ware furniture and accessories of unsurpassed quality. A passion for excellence Huong Nga Fine Arts manufactures furniture and accessories that can truly be called "functional art". In the Huong Nga Fine Arts workshop highly skilled artists and craftsmen combine innovative modern designs with traditional craftsmanship to...

Supermarkets

Mon, 16 Jan 2017 11:17:00 +0200

Malls & Markets

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New Year activities in HCMC

Mon, 16 Jan 2017 10:45:00 +0200

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Nhatrang Dream Show

Sat, 14 Jan 2017 07:58:00 +0200

Head office 5 Hung Vuong Street, Loc Tho Ward, Nha Trang City, Khanh Hoa Province, Vietnam Add : 62 Thai Nguyen Ward, Phuong Sai Ward, Nha Trang City, Khanh Hoa Province, Vietnam Tel: +84 58 383 9999 Hotline: 0914 208 007 Fax: +84 583 529 177 Email: sales@haidanggroup.com Website: nhatrangdream.com.vn/

GALLERY VINH LOI

Wed, 28 Dec 2016 19:03:00 +0200

One of the most well known art hubs in Vietnam, Gallery Vinh Loi displays famous works by Nguyen Sang, Nguyen Tu Nghiem, Nguyen Thanh Binh, Hong Viet Dung, Thanh Van and many others at their Saigon gallery. Exhibits have been held around the world including shows in Singapore, Hong Kong, Korea, Britain and the United States. For a well-deserved art break, stop by Gallery Vinh Loi on your jaunts around Ho Chi Minh City. Opening Hours From 9:30 am to 6:00...

Tan Son Nhat international airport offers new service and facilities

Sat, 05 Nov 2016 08:58:00 +0200

Tan Son Nhat international airport (TIA) in HCM City has put into use part of the expanded international terminal, including a playground for kids and free sleeping pods for passengers. Three business class lounges at the international terminal have been upgraded, with a dining area serving European and Asian dishes and vegetarian food. The new space covers a total area of 8,780 m2. In...

1982 BISTRO

Tue, 01 Nov 2016 01:03:00 +0200

www.1982bistro.vn/Address 99 NGUYỄN HuỆ ,SG GARDEN ,DIST 1 Telephone 08 38216212 Whether or not reservation are necessary YES Opening Hours 10:00 - 22:00 Close days 30 ,01,02 ( TET) Name of Manager MR PHUC: 0938791207 Owners TRẦN GIA GROUP Dress code NO Atmosphere/good for ALL Price range 400,000++VND/PAX Credit cards accepted...

MOO BEEF STEAK

Tue, 01 Nov 2016 00:46:00 +0200

Name or restaurant MOO BEEF STEAK : Address 44 ĐỒNG KHỞI DIST 1 Telephone 08 38233566 Whether or not reservation are necessary YES Opening Hours LUNCH 10:30 - 14:30 DINNER 17:30 - 22:00 Close days 30 ,01,02 ( TET) Name of manager MR THANH :0907473266 Owners TRẦN GIA GROUP Dress code NO Atmosphere/good for ALL Price range and specialities 500,000++VND/PAX Credit cards accepted YES Description "Moo Beef Steak is a restaurant chain with American...

10 Halloween Decorations & Supplies in Saigon

Sun, 30 Oct 2016 10:22:00 +0200

1. Chip Chip Shop- Đón chào mùa lễ hội Halloween hằng năm Vào ngày đón dịp lễ hội Halloween tổ chức ngày vào 31/10 hàng năm, nhiều cửa hàng Halloween trên those tuyến đường Hà Nội, Tp. HCM, Đà Nẵng, Nha Trang, Vũng Tàu… bày bán nhiều đồ hóa trang phục vụ Halloween. Những món đồ độc và ấn tượng như răng nanh ma cà rồng, quan tài, áo ma, bộ khung xương người, áo phù thủy, mặt nạ, áo choàng hình kinh dị…dành cho cả trẻ em và người lớn. Nhiều người kỳ công hơn còn đặt may...

Beautiful lakes in Vietnam

Thu, 27 Oct 2016 09:51:00 +0200

With romantic and spectacular beauty, natural and artificial lakes throughout the country are seen as ideal destinations for travellers who want to discover natural landscapes. Ba Be Lake located in the northern province of BacKan is included in the MSN Travel website's list of 16 most beautiful lakes in the world. West Lake in the capital city of Hanoi Song Muc lake in Ben En National...

Egg coffee – special drink in Hanoi

Mon, 24 Oct 2016 20:29:00 +0200

Egg coffee - or 'ca phe trung' - is a blend of coffee and egg whites, folded with sugar, drunk hot or cold. The very first cup of egg coffee was made in early 20th century by Nguyen Van Giang, who used to be a barista at the 5-star Sofitel Legend Metropole hotel. The great-grandfather Giang had turned the western Cappuccino into ‘egg coffee’ made of familiar ingredients and developed the recipe in days when milk was very scarce in Vietnam. That the reason why he used egg yolks to replace...

Vietnamese boy born without arms won’t let anything hold him back

Mon, 24 Oct 2016 07:52:00 +0200

A ten-year-old boy born without arms in Vietnam refuses to give in to his physical handicap, conquering everyday activities with his ‘magical feet.’ Ten-year-old Ha Van Tai lives in the small village of Kim Dau in Cam Lo District, Quang Tri Province on the central coast. Tai was born with neither of his arms, forcing him to rely on his flexible feet in order to perform daily tasks such as brushing teeth, writing, or turning pages in a book. Nguyen Thi Thuy, Tai’s homeroom teacher at Le Van Tam...

The ‘fenced’ market in Ho Chi Minh City

Mon, 24 Oct 2016 07:26:00 +0200

In Ho Chi Minh City, there is a market at which all trading and exchange activities have been done through the bars of a two-meter fence. The “fenced” market, nicknamed so by local residents, is situated at Pou Yuen Industrial Park in Binh Tan District. With a length of the fence stretched over one kilometer, trading and exchange activities here are always busy, especially in the late afternoon. Buyers at this particular market are mainly industrial workers. At the end of their work shift,...

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Sun, 23 Oct 2016 12:32:00 +0200

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Muse Dining & Grill

Sun, 23 Oct 2016 10:31:00 +0200

Art inspired cuisine. With a passion for excellence, Muse delivers an exclusive dining experience. Here at Muse Dining & Grill, we value authenticity. Only the freshest, organic and therefore the best ingredients from around the world are used. From a keenly assembled starter to the exquisite seven-course degustation menu, let yourself indulge in a posh vintage setting and slick copper decor. We promise to take you on a journey of unforgettable cuisine art. OPENING...

Discover famous tourist attractions in Ben Tre

Wed, 19 Oct 2016 10:39:00 +0200

A pristine area of coconut trees and large fruit gardens has made Ben Tre one of the nation’s precious green ecological complexes. As one of the major agricultural suppliers in the Mekong Delta, Ben Tre is a province of fertile flatlands, extensive waterways, sand-hillocks, green paddy fields and lush orchards. Here, visitors have the chance to enjoy various agricultural produces, especially fruits such as coconut, durian, shaddock, etc. The special feature of Ben Tre is the vast green...

Cambodia Angkor Air to open direct Siem Riep-Hanoi flight

Mon, 17 Oct 2016 07:33:00 +0200

Cambodia Angkor Air has officially announced that it will launch an international flight between Siem Riep and Vietnam’s capital city of Hanoi from October 30. An airplane of Cambodia Angkor Air There will be five flights per week on Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday on the route with Airbus planes. The peak time from December 15, 2016 to February 28, 2017 will see one flight per day. This is the third international route to be launched by...

Can Tho city wins Asian Townscape Award 2016

Thu, 13 Oct 2016 09:07:00 +0200

The Mekong Delta city of Can Tho has won the 2016 Asian Townscape Award from the Asia-Pacific regional office of the UN Human Settlements (UN-HABITAT) programme. Foreign tourists visit Phong Đien floating market, a unique feature in local life, of Can Tho. The award seeks to honour significant efforts made by Asian cities and...

4 real-life fairy-tale villages of Vietnam

Tue, 11 Oct 2016 09:10:00 +0200

So picturesque it's hard to believe they're real: The four fairy-tale villages of Vietnam that make for a truly magical getaway. Cu Lan Village in Da Lat Tiny stilt houses, pure air, and warm-hearted people characterize this quaint village of the K’Ho ethnic minority in Lam Dong Province located about 20km away from Da Lat. Cu Lan is named after a local plant species that flourishes between the rows of pine trees throughout the village and surrounding...

Hanoi opens another information counter for tourists

Mon, 10 Oct 2016 08:19:00 +0200

VietNamNet Bridge - The Hanoi Department of Tourism and the Vietnam Tourism Hanoi JSC yesterday opened a free information counter for tourists at No. 28 Hang Dau Street. This is the second free information counter in the Hanoi Old Quarter, following the first at the Emperor Ly Thai To flower garden. These counters provide Vietnamese and foreign tourists with free maps, brochures for hotels, restaurants and tours. The...

Which Countries Require Six Months of Passport Validity?

Sat, 08 Oct 2016 11:27:00 +0200

Countries with 6 Month Validity Rules Albania Angola Bahamas Bahrain Belize Bolivia Botswana Brazil Brunei Burma (Myanmar) Burundi China Cote d’Ivoire (Ivory Coast) Ecuador (including Galápagos Islands) French Polynesia Guyana Honduras Indonesia Iran Iraq Jamaica Kenya Kiribati Kenya Mexico Madagascar Malaysia Mauritius Mozambique Namibia New...

Ben Thanh night market

Wed, 05 Oct 2016 10:44:00 +0200

VietNamNet Bridge - Ben Thanh Market is a famous place for long-timeresidents in HCM City as well as visitors to the country’s most bustling hub. Ben Thanh Market offers visitors all they need such as clothes, footwear, accessories, jewelry, hardware, pet shops, crafts, flowers, spices, nuts, food and restaurants. In the market you can find everything from food to all kinds of Vietnam souvenirs symbolic of all regions of the country. For many tourists as well...

A 24-hour discovery of Cai Be floating market

Mon, 03 Oct 2016 09:02:00 +0200

We took a coach vexere.com/en-US from Ho Chi Minh City to Cai Be at midnight after an exciting talk about floating markets where boats full of fruits, vegetables and other goods gather and sellers on board their boats noisily talking in the early morning. After an hour-long trip, we headed for Cai Be wharf. The whole street was quiet but there were some dogs barking in a distance. We took a motorbike taxi after a short walk to get to Cai Be wharf. It was 2am but food, drink and...

TOP 5 CRAFT BEER BARS IN SAIGON

Sat, 01 Oct 2016 12:15:00 +0200

Craft beer is in. And it looks like it’s here to stay. But if it’s something that has so far passed you by, don’t worry, there could be a craft beer venue in your neighborhood soon. "I expect the number of micro-breweries in Saigon to have doubled by this time next year," Travis Smith from Bia Craft told AnyArena. As someone who’s seen the growth of its popularity here first-hand (mostly from behind the bar), he should know. Says Michael Rowland, co-founder of TeTe, a Belgian...

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Windsor Oktoberfest slated for next week

Fri, 30 Sep 2016 00:57:00 +0200

Windsor Plaza Hotel, which has hosted Oktoberfest Vietnam for 11 years, will be once again organizing this famous German beer festival from October 6 to 8 and from October 12 to 15 from 6 p.m. till midnight. Oktoberfest originally began as a celebration of the marriage of Crown King Ludwig and Queen Therese of Saxe-Hildburghausen in the Bavarian city of Munich, Germany in October of 1810. Today, it is a festival featuring beer tents, entertainment, performances, and...

How To See All Of Vietnam In Just 2 Weeks

Wed, 28 Sep 2016 10:23:00 +0200

Nicole Canning Freelance travel writer and co-founder of the adventure blog TheTwoScoops.com. NICOLE CANNING Want to see a whole, beautiful, cultural and colorful country in just two weeks? Book a flight to Vietnam and we’ll show you how to do it. This 14-day Vietnam itinerary is fast-paced and you’ll have night trains and long bus rides ahead of you,...

10 essential Vietnamese dishes every visitor should try

Sat, 24 Sep 2016 00:03:00 +0200

(CNN)Not only did President Barack Obama sample some of Vietnam's finest local eats in Hanoi in May, but his guide was none other than "Parts Unknown" host Anthony Bourdain."There is no better place to entertain the leader of the free world, in my opinion, than one of these classic, funky family-run noodle shops you find all over Hanoi," says Bourdain. "Dinner and a beer costs about $6. I'm guessing the President doesn't get a lot of state dinners like this."President or not, you don't need a...

Vietnam among top 20 world’s best countries to travel

Thu, 22 Sep 2016 09:15:00 +0200

Vietnam has been listed among the Top 20 favourite countries to visit by the US’s Condé Nast Traveler (CNT). The annual award is based on readers’ votes on which countries have the best food, feature the best places to stay, and offer the most bang for your buck. Vietnam ranked 20th place on the list, while Greece and Italy ranked first and second respectively. Asian countries saw two...

Super promotion at Novela Muine Resort & Spa

Tue, 20 Sep 2016 10:56:00 +0200

APPRECIATE PACKAGES VOUCHER It is with our pleasure to launch the APPRECIATE PACKAGES VOUCHER to the customers who was supported and used our properties for the past during time. You have got two nights’ with only VND 2.100.000 stay in a superior city view room at Novela Resort and Spa. This voucher inclusive of: · Accommodation with breakfast for two people in a superior city view room with the value of...

Super promotion at Novela Muine Resort & Spa

Tue, 20 Sep 2016 10:29:00 +0200

17 must-see destinations in Hanoi

Sun, 18 Sep 2016 10:36:00 +0200

These are images of the most popular tourist sites in Vietnam’s capital city. Hanoi Opera House The theatre is located at No.1 Trang Tien street on the August Revolution Square, the center of Hanoi, near Hoan Kiem Lake and the Vietnam History Museum. The 2,600m2 theatre was designed by two French architects Harlay and Broyer. The construction took place from 1901 to 1911. It’s a phenomenal piece of neo-classical French architecture featuring Gothic themes on...

Criteria For Membership Application (Full Membership)

Sat, 17 Sep 2016 01:00:00 +0200

Any Chef or Assistant Concierge, over twenty-one (21) years of age and of good moral character. The minimum educational qualification is GCE 'O' Level and must be proficient in both spoken and written English. He or she must have a minimum of five (5) years service in the hotel industry, preferably in Rooms Division, of which not less than three (3) years shall have been served as either Chef or Assistant Concierge, shall be eligible for election as a Full Member. He or she has never...

Local CAV Membership

Sat, 17 Sep 2016 00:59:00 +0200

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Criteria For Membership Application (Associate Membership)

Sat, 17 Sep 2016 00:59:00 +0200

Any firm or company in Viet Nam that has a minimum of three (3) years successful trading in their business or field, related to the hotel and tourist industry may apply for membership. Such application must be endorsed by two Full Members. A representative, preferably by a Director of Manager must be nominated by the firm or company in all application. The representative may change from time to time as instructed by the firm or company. Application form must be duly completed and...

Reinstatement Of Membership

Sat, 17 Sep 2016 00:53:00 +0200

Any member who has been expelled from the society shall not qualify for the reinstatement of membership for obvious reasons. Reinstatement of membership shall only be considered from a former member based on the following criteria: He or she has left the profession as a concierge and has returned to the profession and is keen and committed to the society He or she has previously left Singapore and has returned home and rejoin the profession There must be a lapse of at least not less...

Criteria For Membership Application (Full Membership)

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Saigon Classical Music Group in concert

Thu, 15 Sep 2016 11:14:00 +0200

The Saigon Classical Music Group will perform at the “Recollection” concert at the HCM City Southern Women’s Museum on September 17. The concert will open with compositions by Bach, Haydn, Brahms, César and Ketèbey. The event will continue with works by Vietnamese composers Nguyễn Thành Nhựt and Hoàng Cương, along with composers Scriabin, Chopin, Brahms and Saint-Saens. The performance will feature young musicians, including pianists La Quế Anh, Thiên Cát Vũ...

New water puppetry theater opened in town

Tue, 13 Sep 2016 07:38:00 +0200

A water puppetry performance by the Rex Sen Vang Theater - PHOTO: HUY NGUYEN Rex Sen Vang Theater will debut its first water puppetry and cultural performance program at the Vertical Garden of the five-star Rex Hotel Saigon in District 1, HCMC at 8 p.m. on September 17. The show will start with a performance featuring the art of classical theater or hat boi which was born in Vietnam 700 years ago, an imperial Hue-style dance which was known in the country 500 years ago, a performance of chau...

The best places to see ripening rice fields

Mon, 12 Sep 2016 08:41:00 +0200

VietNamNet Bridge - When autumn comes and the weather is cool, with light winds, it is the time to see terraced fields covered with ripening yellow rice in northern Vietnam. Here are some places to admire the special beauty of rice fields in the fall. Tam Coc (Ninh Binh) is part of Trang An tourist complex, a world heritage site. With a network of caves, karst mountains, and beautiful rice fields, this place is called a Ha Long Bay on...

One More Cafe

Sun, 11 Sep 2016 21:27:00 +0200

Cuisine Cafe, Contemporary, Australian, American, European, British Meals Lunch, Dinner, Brunch, Breakfast Good for Families with children, Dining on a budget Open Hours: 8:00 am - 9:00 pm Address: 77 Hai Ba Trung Street,Da Lat Phone Number: +84 129 934 1835 Description One More Cafe serves great coffee, amazing cakes and desserts and all the food you miss from home. The service is friendly and fast, the wifi is free and fast and that's about all that's...

Woody Bar – Café

Sun, 11 Sep 2016 21:23:00 +0200

Cuisine Bar, Pizza, Vietnamese, Cafe Meals Drinks Restaurant features Takeout, Outdoor Seating, Seating, Waitstaff, Street Parking, Serves Alcohol, Wine and Beer, Accepts Mastercard, Accepts Visa, Cash Only, Free Wifi, Accepts American Express, Digital Payments, Accepts Discover Good for Bar scene Open Hours: 1:00 pm - 11:00 pm Phone: +84 98 291 78 79 Address: 06 Nguyen Chi Thanh, Ward 1, Da Lat Phone Number: +84 63 3540...

Trong Dong

Sun, 11 Sep 2016 21:19:00 +0200

Cuisine Asian, Vietnamese Meals Lunch, Dinner Good for Dining on a budget, Families with children, Local cuisine, Large groups Phone: +84 63 3821 889 Open Hours: 11:00 am - 10:00 pm Address: 220 Phan Dinh Phung St., Da Lat Phone Number: +84 63 3821 889Cuisine Asian, Vietnamese Meals Lunch, Dinner Restaurant features Delivery, Waitstaff, Street Parking, Free Off-Street Parking, Highchairs Available, Accepts American...

Goc Ha Thanh Restaurat

Sun, 11 Sep 2016 21:16:00 +0200

Cuisine: Northern Vietnamese Add:53 Truong Cong Dinh, Da Lat Phone:+84 63 3553 369 Opening: 6:00 - 22:00

Dã Quỳ Restaurant

Sun, 11 Sep 2016 21:13:00 +0200

Local cuisine, Families with children, Special occasions, Dining on a budget, Large groups Add: 49 Truong Cong Dinh, Da Lat Phone: (063) 351 0883 Opening: 6:00 - 22:00

News and new art Café

Sun, 11 Sep 2016 20:32:00 +0200

Cuisine: Vietnamese Add:70 Truong Cong Dinh, Da Lat Phone:+84 63 3510 089 Opening:6:00-22:00

Quán Nướng Ngói Cu Đức

Sun, 11 Sep 2016 20:29:00 +0200

Casual Vietnamese cuisine, friendly & fast service. Add: 6A Nguyen Luong Bang, Ward 2, Da Lat Phone: +84 96 268 68 48 Opening: 17:00-22:00

M Bistro

Sun, 11 Sep 2016 20:25:00 +0200

Good food, reasonable price is all you can talk about this restaurant. Add: 25 Truong Cong Dinh, Da Lat Phone: Opening: 6:30am-21:00

Windmills Café

Sun, 11 Sep 2016 20:15:00 +0200

Nice restaurant with good atmosphere, friendly service. good for lover couple. Cuisine: Vietnamese, Italian Add: 133 Phan Dinh Phung, Da Lat Phone: 0633540580 Opening: 6:00am-22:00

Tu Anh's Peace Cafe

Sun, 11 Sep 2016 20:12:00 +0200

Tu Anh’s Peace Café is a quite small café in Dalat. It is an ideal place for tourists finding a peace corner, for family and friend get together. The soft music and great Western food make the café excellent place as well. Cuisine: Vietnamese, Coffee 57 Truong Cong Dinh, Dalat, Vietnam +84-(63)-3-511-524 Opening: 6:00am-22:00

Pernn waterfall

Sun, 11 Sep 2016 19:33:00 +0200

Prenn waterfall is located at the foot of Prenn Pass which is 10 km far from Dalat city. Prenn waterfall is the gateway of Dalat. In the old time, there was a village of prenn up the stream, so the waterfall bears the name Prenn. It has the height of 9m, and the width of 20m and it lies on the stream of Prenn. From its height, the water flows down over a cliff of basalt rock creating a white curtain of water like the hair of a fairy. Around 1960, at Prenn waterfall, there...

Hang Cop waterfall

Sun, 11 Sep 2016 19:33:00 +0200

The waterfall is located in Xuan Tho Commune, Dalat city, in National road 20. Take a turning at the km-post No.13 and keep going around 2.7 km, you will see the waterfall. < In 1950, the place was a deep forest with plenty of wild animals, of which the fiercest animals are tigers "Lords of forest". There was a big tiger which often lived in a cave close to the waterfall. At that time a local hunter tried to kill the tiger, but it did not die; it just got injured in one leg...

Damb'ri waterfall

Sun, 11 Sep 2016 19:32:00 +0200

Damb'ri waterfall is located in the Northwest of Baoloc town, Lamdong province. Damb'ri waterfall is a famous destination for tourists and it is the highest waterfall in the province (57m). Its surface width is 30m. According to legend, in the old time, there live two hill tribes, however, they did not get on well with each other so conflicts happened very often. The two hill tribes have a beautiful girl, B'ri, and a brave boy, K'Dam, they passionately loved each...

Langbiang Mountain

Sun, 11 Sep 2016 19:31:00 +0200

Langbiang Mountain is located in Lac Duong district which is 12 km from Dalat in the North. With its height of 2,169m above the sea level, Langbiang Mountain has not only been an attractive tourist site but also kept a legend about a passionate love. According to the old people, there was a love story of K'Lang (a boy of Lach minority people) and Ho-biang (a girl of Chil minority people). Their families both lived at the foot of the mountain. They met each other by chance and then they were...

Dalat Bus Station

Sun, 11 Sep 2016 19:29:00 +0200

Dalat railway station is another famous landscape recognized as the national historical and cultural relic by the Ministry of Vietnam Culture and Information. Dalat railway station is considered the most ancient station in Vietnam and Indochina. It has a unique architectural style and was built from 1932 to 1938 by the French. The station is now the most...

Linh Phuoc Pagoda

Sun, 11 Sep 2016 19:28:00 +0200

Linh Phuoc pagoda is located at 120 Tu Phuoc - Ward 11 which is in the northeast, 8km from the city center. The pagoda was built in 1949 and finished in 1952. It had being managed by 4 Buddhist monks, including Mr. Thich Minh The (1951-1954), Mr. Thich An Hoa (1954- 1956), Mr. Thich Quang Phat (1956-1959) and Mr. Thich Minh Duc (1959-1985). Since 1985, Mr. Thich Tam Vi has managed this pagoda and it had a big restoration in 1990. The remarkable feature of the pagoda is the Dragon- shaped...

Xuan Huong Lake

Sun, 11 Sep 2016 19:27:00 +0200

Xuan Huong Lake has an area of 32ha and the average depth of 1.5m. It is located on an elevation of 1,478m above sea level and it is considered as the heart of Dalat. Xuan Huong Lake in former times was the valley with Cam Ly stream running through, is inhabited by Lach residents. In 1919, according to the suggestion for a plan of building Dalat city of the ambassador, Mr. Cunhac - the civil engineer, Labbe built a dam to retain water and then the stream became a lake. The French called the...

Domaine de Marie Church

Sun, 11 Sep 2016 19:22:00 +0200

It is also known as the Cherry Church as it was formerly surrounded by cherry trees and home to 50 Roman Catholic nuns of the Mission of Charity. The complex consistsof the main church and two convents. Built from 1930 to 1943, the facade is designed as an isosceles triangle with small arched windows and a central rose-shaped window, typical of the 17th century French style. The...

Truc Lam Monastery

Sun, 11 Sep 2016 19:21:00 +0200

The Buddhist Meditation is located on phoenix hill with an area of 25 ha. From there, we can see the panoramic view of Tuyen Lam lake and Elephant mountain in the far distance. With its advantage of location, Truc Lam monastery meditation was designed with a new style of architecture by Mr. Ngo Viet Thu. The sanctum was designed by architect Huynh Ngoc An. The sanctum has rectangle shape which is toward the South. Sanctum surroundings are a lot...

The Valley of Love

Sun, 11 Sep 2016 19:20:00 +0200

The Valley of Love is located in the Northeast which is 6 km from Dalat city, Valley of love is one of the poetic beauty-spots of Dalat. There are many ways to explain the name: Valley of Love. * Among 1930s, Governor-general of Indochina - Mr. Varenne and a lot of French couples used to come here to sightseeing and exchange confidences on weekends. So, the French called the place Vallée D'amour (the Valley of Love). Until 1953, Mr. Nguyen Vy, chairman of Dalat at that time suggested to change...

Mid-autumn Full Moon Festival to light up cities

Sat, 10 Sep 2016 21:11:00 +0200

Exploring after sunset: A night market on Nguyễn Phúc Chu street beside the Hoài River. — VNS Photo Công Thành HÀ NỘI — The moon is getting full and the Mid-Autumn Festival is approaching so close to every corner. The festival is traditionally for children but now, adults also wait for it. Hà Nội Old Quarter will be lighten up by lanterns during the full-moon festival which opened yesterday and runs until September 15 (the fifteenth day of the eighth lunar month). The...

10 top tourist attractions in Da Lat

Fri, 09 Sep 2016 09:21:00 +0200

The following are the recommended places for tourists to Da Lat, one of the most famous tourist destinations in Vietnam. 1)Langbiang mountains This is the most attractive place of Da Lat City for both domestic and foreign visitors with two mountains, called the “He-mount” and the “She-mount”, in Lac Duong district, around 12km from the center of Da Lat. The mounts are 2,167m above the sea level; therefore, it is called the “roof” of Da Lat. From that height, visitors can...

Hungarian pianist to perform at HCM City Conservatory

Thu, 08 Sep 2016 10:04:00 +0200

HCM CITY — The Consulate General of Hungary in collaboration with the HCM City Conservatory of Music will host a piano recital by Hungarian pianist Ernõ Fehér on September 10. “A Hungarian Night” will include masterpieces by composers Debussy and Haydn, among others. Fehér, 37, studied at the Franz Liszt Academy of Music in Budapest, and received his master’s degree in 2004. He won a Silver Medal and two Special Honours at the Béla Bartok International Piano Competition in Hungary, and...

l'Escale

Tue, 06 Sep 2016 08:00:00 +0200

Address: 4th Floor, 1 Ngo Quyen ,Ninh Kieu Quay, P. Tan An, Can Tho Phone Number: +84 710 3819 139 Hours: 6:00 - 23:00 Description: L'Escale is the more select top-floor restaurant of the Nam Bộ Boutique Hotel. It offers fine market-inspired cuisine, a well-furnished wine cellar and quiet lounge with an unbeatable view of the river. Fine dining The wine cellar at l'Escale L'Escale is perfect for those who look for a quiet,...

Phuong Nam

Tue, 06 Sep 2016 07:57:00 +0200

Address: 48 Hai Ba Trung Street - Tan An Ward - Ninh Kieu District, Can Tho Phone Number: +84 710 3812 077 Hours: 10:00 am - 11:00 pm Description The house was built between 1913 and 1915, Built with the French, In the past year, the house was restored to its original shape, the tiles of its secondary roofs green again, then it just needed to be repainted, as the strong arch is actually as new today as it ever was. The Ninh Kieu park was also overhauled last...

Sao Hom

Tue, 06 Sep 2016 07:56:00 +0200

Address: Hai Ba Trung Street | Can Tho Market, Can Tho Phone Number: +84 710 3815 616 Hours: 6:00 am - 11:30 pm Description Mekong delta and Vietnamese cuisine, but also western dishes to accommodate travelers with kids; overlooking the river in a unique setting. Phone Number: +84 710 3815 616Address: Hai Ba Trung Street | Can Tho Market, Can Tho Phone Number: +84 710 3815 616Address: Hai Ba Trung Street | Can Tho Market, Can Tho Phone Number:...

Spices Restaurant

Tue, 06 Sep 2016 07:47:00 +0200

Spices Restaurant overlooks the Hau River, with both indoor and outdoor seating. The Restaurant offers casual all day dining with both European and Vietnamese cuisine. Seating capacity: 100 pax indoors, 70 pax outdoors. Tel: + 84 8 6290 9720 Fax: + 84 8 6290 9710 Email: reservation@victoriahotels.asia Tel: + 84 8 6290 9720 Opening hours: 6:00 AM to 10:00 PM.Spices Restaurant Spices Restaurant overlooks the Hau River, with both indoor and outdoor seating....

Cafe English

Tue, 06 Sep 2016 07:42:00 +0200

Address: 27b Vo Thi Sau, Can Tho, Vietnam Phone Number: +84 126 588 7551 Hours: 14:00 - 23:00 Description Cafe English and 4Friends is a place for tourists and students to meet and swap experiences. We cater simple western style dishes in a relaxed atmosphere and we encourage our guests to mix with h the local students to learn about local culture and also allow them to get much needed practice speaking English. Phone Number: +84 126 588 7551Address: 27b...

Shredded chicken with pomelo

Mon, 05 Sep 2016 20:04:00 +0200

The Mekong Delta is endowed by nature with lots of delicious fresh produces. Taking advantage of those ingredients, the chef can cook rustic delicacies. Shredded chicken with pomelo is one of the attractions. This dish is considered an improved version of the milling shredded chicken, with a little more creative when combine available fruits in your garden to change the taste without losing the flavor. To cook shredded chicken...

Bún Riêu Cái Răng (Cai Rang Crab Noodle Soup) to the top must-try delicious food in the world

Mon, 05 Sep 2016 20:03:00 +0200

Culinary experts of Skyscanner travel site introduce bun rieu at Cai Rang floating market in Can Tho as a dish that should try once in your lifetime. Bun rieu at Cai Rang floating market, Vietnam "A crab and tomato broth, bun (rice noodles), fresh herbs, chunks of tofu, and much more, it is a lovely departure from the norm. An explosion of flavour in every bite." Jodi Ettenberg, travel blogger majoring in cuisine of Legal Nomads. Source: VnExpress - Translated by Ngoc Diep

Custard Apple Pie

Mon, 05 Sep 2016 20:02:00 +0200

The unique feature of custard apple pie is the beautiful and delicate appearance, each node is as vivid as a real custard apple with peduncle and green leaves. To bake the custard apple pie, the baker must go through several stages. Glutinous rice is cleaned, drained and ground smoothly, then roasted. After that, the roasted glutinous flour is mixed with coconut milk and sugar with appropriate proportion. The...

Can Tho Simple Folk Cakes

Mon, 05 Sep 2016 20:01:00 +0200

Can Tho is famous for different delicious cakes, especially folk cakes. With these cakes, the bakers usually make them manually, traditionally and skillfully. Folk cakes at Mr. Chin Chieu’s bakery The family of Mr. Duong Hoang Trung and Mrs. Truong Thi Chieu (with the nickname as Chin Chieu) at the alley of 556, Cach Mang...

Banh xeo cu hu dua (palmito rice pancake) in Can Tho

Mon, 05 Sep 2016 19:58:00 +0200

Located on Cai Son - Hang Bang Street, a pancake diner outlying in Can Tho City is small but always crowded with customers. A golden-colored Banh xeo dish, comes with sweet and sour sauce and fresh raw vegetables....

Duck Braised Noodles – Can Tho Good Food

Mon, 05 Sep 2016 19:57:00 +0200

Duck braised noodles is an age-old dish in Can Tho, which is preferred by many people. This dish includes many spices, especially medicinal herbs, which make it has a light sweet and a strange taste. To make the duck braised noodles tasty, the cook usually chooses musk ducks, because they have firm meat. After cleaning the duck, people usually rub it with white wine to reduce the fishy smell; then,...

Luscious and fragrant Bun Ca (rice noodles and fish) in Can Tho City

Mon, 05 Sep 2016 19:53:00 +0200

Bun Ca (rice noodles and fish) is a famous dish in the Southwest of Vietnam, especially in An Giang Province and Kien Giang Province. But in Can Tho, Bun Ca (rice noodles and fish) has its own feature – Its luscious and fragrant taste will imprint in your mind forever when you have ever tried the dish. In An Giang Province, Bun Ca (rice noodles and fish) often has a distinctive saffron, small noodles, flavor with strong spices...

Can Tho City’s Nice Dish: Ba Khía Rang Me (Freshwater Crabs Cooked with Tamarind Sauce)

Mon, 05 Sep 2016 19:50:00 +0200

If you have an opportunity to visit Can Tho City, you should save time to go Dinh Tien Hoang Street, Thoi Binh Ward, Ninh Kieu District to enjoy many unique delicacies from Ba Khia cooked in various ways such as boiling, frying, steaming… This street is also called "Ba Khia Street" by the locals! Pre-processed Ba Khía Every year in the flood season (from August to October, lunar calendar), when the...

Hotpot of Linh (Cirrhinus jullieni) Fish and Điên Điển (Sesbania Sesban) Flowers

Mon, 05 Sep 2016 19:47:00 +0200

It goes without saying that Linh Fish and Dien Dien flowers are typical features of the Western South during the flood season. Westerners have been proud of the abundant produce from the nature, especially the dish called Lẩu cá linh hoa điên điển (Hotpot of C.jullieni Fish and Sesbania Sesban Flowers). To prepare a delicious hotpot, you should choose very fresh Linh Fish, then gut them thoroughly, clean and put them in a little for drainage. After that, the fish will be marinated with...

Phong Dien Fine Rice Vermicelli

Mon, 05 Sep 2016 19:45:00 +0200

Whenever you come to Can Tho City and have a chance to visit Phong Dien District full of fruit laden orchards, enjoying a 1-day picnic tour to try working as local farmers doing harvest activities such as vegetable gardening, boating and fishing, you should not miss Gardener Minh Canh’s house to enjoy fine rice vermicelli with roast pork prepared by himself. Allium tuberosum are soaked by drizzles Allium...

Cai Rang Floating Market Festival: A Highlight in Can Tho Tourism

Mon, 05 Sep 2016 10:12:00 +0200

Cai Rang Floating Market Festival is the first time to be held on July 8-9. It is planned to be held every year in order to preserve the featured cultural identity of the people in the South West waterways region. Also, this annual festival can help provide a tourism highlight so as to attract more visitors to Can Tho City. Enjoying local food on boats_ a wonderful experience for...

Southern Traditional Cake Festival takes

Mon, 05 Sep 2016 10:11:00 +0200

According to the plan of the People's Committee of Can Tho City, The Fifth Southern Traditional Cake Festival 2016, hold by the Centre for Investigation – Trade Promotion and the Can Tho Exhibition Fair, will take place from October 15 to 19-04, (from 9 to 13-03 of lunar calendar), at the Cai Khe roundabout, Ninh Kieu...

Some highlights of the culinary culture of Can Tho

Mon, 05 Sep 2016 10:10:00 +0200

The ecological characteristics of Can Tho are quite similar to other provinces of the Mekong Delta so basically food and dishes in Can Tho are also similar to other regions’ food. Cooked ordinary rice is the major food and dishes are fish, meat ... processed by grilling, frying, steaming, stirring, braising... In addition, eels, frogs, turtles, snakes, birds ... are plenty and easy to be found that contribute to enrich the meals of Can Tho people. It can be said that, a meal of Can Tho people...

Waterways and Cultural – Historical Relics Tourism

Mon, 05 Sep 2016 10:08:00 +0200

Binh Thuy is famous not only for its various cultural-historical relics but also for the network of interwoven rivers and orchards laden with fruits, which makes up the unique path for exciting discoveries. To fully enjoy all this beauty, you should have a try with a waterways tour including visits to the historical-cultural relics. Tourists visiting fruit gardens in Son Island, Binh Thuy District. * Experience the culture on water ... From the ditches namely Muong Khai, Pho Tho or Long...

"Tan Loc Orchard Festival of 2015” with many new activities

Mon, 05 Sep 2016 10:07:00 +0200

"Tan Loc Orchard Festival" of this year is from June 18th to 20th 2015 (or May 3rd to 5th of Lunar Year), at Tan Loc Dong temple, Tan Loc Ward, Thot Not district. Illustrated photo The festival begins with an exchange program of traditional music called don ca tai tu played by many clubs of 9 local wards of Thot Not district in the...

Developing Culture-oriented Tourism

Mon, 05 Sep 2016 10:06:00 +0200

Cai Rang Floating Market, Can Tho City has existed for over 100 years with the unique culture typical for the inhabitants of the Mekong River region. Today, the market is no longer prosperous as ever, facing risk of shrinking due to many factors. Local leaders and tourism agencies are searching ways for the sustainable development of this...

Rural Tourism – Strengths of Can Tho Tourism

Mon, 05 Sep 2016 10:05:00 +0200

Currently, Can Tho City has 14 tourist destinations with large gardens, attracting more than half a million visitors annually, accounting for nearly 50% of visitors to Can Tho. In the future, Can Tho rural tourism will be invested to meet the needs of most tourists, especially resorts “along the Hau River system of islets” ... International tourists...

Phong Dien District aiming to develop community-based tourism, responsible tourism

Mon, 05 Sep 2016 10:04:00 +0200

Phong Dien is the "green belt" of Can Tho City with lush orchards, fresh air, a complex system of winding rivers, which reminds you of an affluent countryside with gentle, simple and hospitable people. This advantage helps Phong Dien to develop its "green tourism", community based tourism which has attracted visitors from many other places. Lots of...

Southern Folk Cake Festival in Can Tho to Take Place on Occasion of King Hung’s Death Anniversary

Mon, 05 Sep 2016 10:02:00 +0200

Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism (VHTTDL) has issued an official text on the proposal to expand the size of South Folk Cake Festival in Can Tho by Department of Culture, Sports and Tourism. Introduction of Tet Cake in the 3rd Can Tho Southern Folk Cake...

Mini stage for traditional theatres in Can Tho

Mon, 05 Sep 2016 10:01:00 +0200

Performances of traditional theatre on a mini stage have become popular in Can Tho city over the past year. Launched in early 2013, this type of theatre has attracted local people as well as visitors and has contributed to preserving and promoting traditional theatre. Ninh Kieu...

Thom Rom fishing village

Mon, 05 Sep 2016 09:58:00 +0200

If you think that visiting Can Tho City is only to shop in the floating markets, bicycle around the orchards or drift along canals under shades of water coconut trees, think again. Tourists have just got to spend time stopping by the Thom Rom craft village to know more about the fascinating ancient craft of fishing net weaving and the daily life of fishermen. Workers at Thom Rom village weave a fishing net The village belongs to Thuan Hung Commune, Thot Not District,...

Thuan Hung paper cake craft village

Mon, 05 Sep 2016 09:56:00 +0200

When you visit the Mekong Delta city of Can Tho to shop on floating markets or drift along canals and bicycle around orchards, you should not forget to visit Thuan Hung paper cake craft village. Students cycle on a road lined with trellis mats with paper cakes drying out Located on the road to Thot Not District...

Knitting Portable Bamboo Traps (Lọp) at Thoi Long Commune

Mon, 05 Sep 2016 09:55:00 +0200

At Thoi Long Commune (O Mon - Can Tho) there is a trade of knitting portable bamboo traps for catching tiny shrimp (instrument for catching tiny shrimps). This trade is considered as an indispensible means of earning a living for thousands of farmers living in flood areas in the Mekong Delta in the yearly flood season. The commune of 300 households becomes bustling with knitting activity from May to September of the lunar year. Visitors to this place will witness how subtle and meticulous...

Fragrance of Com ruou Co Do (Co Do Fermented Glutinous Rice)

Mon, 05 Sep 2016 09:53:00 +0200

Can Tho City has registered trademarks for 6 featured products of the Western area of the Mekong Delta. Among them is Com ruou Co Do - fermented glutinous rice - of Trung Thanh Commune, Co Do District. Mrs. Hua Thi Dao_ making fermented glutinous rice Trung Thanh fermented glutinous...

Quietly Pass the Trade of Making Non la (Conical Hats) through Generations in Can Tho City

Mon, 05 Sep 2016 09:52:00 +0200

Non la - conical hats - has become much closer to the people of the South for ages. Through the ups and downs of life, they are not only used for preventing the locals from the sun, the rain, but are also the national unique charming feature. Therefore, people are quietly preserving the skill of making Non la in some traditional trade villages. One-time Fame We have just arrived at a small village...

Cai Rang Floating Market

Mon, 05 Sep 2016 09:50:00 +0200

Cai Rang Floating Market is a very familiar address when it comes to tourism in Can Tho. The market majors in trading fruits, agricultural products of the region. Every morning, hundreds of boats moor in close proximity to one anothert, hanging the products being sold on the boat that do not need to cry loudly like on the mainland. Coming to market in the morning, apart from buying specialties, tourists also can have breakfast and experience the enjoyable life on a floating boat. Source:...

Binh Thuy Ancient House

Mon, 05 Sep 2016 09:46:00 +0200

The house is located on Bui Huu Nghia Street, Binh Thuy Ward, Binh Thuy District, Can Tho City, having French-style architecture with 5 compartments and 2 roofs. The building were built by the Duong family in 1870. Having great values in culture and architecture, this is a rare template of ancient houses left intact to help researchers study the daily life, culture and the development over time of residents in Mekong delta. Source: zing.vn - Translated by Ngoc Diep

Bang Lang Stork Sanctuary

Mon, 05 Sep 2016 09:45:00 +0200

Located at Thoi An Hamlet, Thoi Thuan commune, Thot Not District, Can Tho City, it is one of the largest bird sanctuarys of the Delta. If tourists come in spring, they will see Lagerstroemia flowers blooming on both sides of the river. To contemplate the beauty and life of bird flocks here, tourists shall come in the early morning to see flocks of storks spread out for food, and return in late afternoon. Source: zing.vn - Translated by Ngoc Diep

Ba Bo Flower Village

Mon, 05 Sep 2016 09:43:00 +0200

Ba Bo flower village is considered as one of the tourist attractions in Can Tho contributing to enrich the Orchards tour at Binh Thuy District. In 2015, it had nearly 250 gardener households with main flowers such as marigolds, sunflowers, ixora species, apricot blossoms and roses. With an area of nearly 20 hectares, tourists can leisurely contemplate and take photos to capture memories with different gardens. Source: zing.vn - Translated by Ngoc Diep

Fruit Orchards

Mon, 05 Sep 2016 09:43:00 +0200

Many orchards laden with fruits are located around the Can Tho City. A lot of large fruit orchards for visitors like My Khanh, Sau Duong’s orchard, Ba Cong orchard, Muoi Cuong cocoa garden, Binh Thuy orchid garden, orchards along the river routes of Phong Dien and Phung Hiep and many other home gardens for tourists in O Mon and Thot Not. Source: zing.vn - Translated by Ngoc Diep

Ninh Kieu Quay

Mon, 05 Sep 2016 09:42:00 +0200

The streets in Ninh Kieu Quay always attract tourists to visit and go shopping. Being a symbol of youth and development of Can Tho City. Ninh Kieu Quay attracts tourists by the charming river scenery and views of the Hau River. Located on the right bank of the Hau River, at the confluence of Hau River and Can Tho River, Ninh Kieu Quay is not only famous for promenade, but also as a place for young people, tourists to meet and gather for dining. Source: zing.vn - Translated by Ngoc Diep

Tay Do and Ninh Kieu Night Markets

Mon, 05 Sep 2016 09:42:00 +0200

Night markets in Can Tho City are the amusement attractions that should not to be missed. Markets are the focal hub of products to other locals in the country. Makets also have bustle food and entertainment services at night. Source: zing.vn - Translated by Ngoc Diep

The Southern Truc Lam Zen Monastery

Mon, 05 Sep 2016 09:41:00 +0200

The Southern Truc Lam Zen Monastery is located on an area of 4 hectares in My Khanh Commune, Phong Dien District, Can Tho City. The Monastery is in the Lo Vong Cung historical site, a few hundred meters from My Khanh Orchard and 15 km from the city center. The landscapes and architectural culture of Ly - Tran Dynasty at the largest temple of the Western region of Mekong Delta will leave in tourists lots of imprints and senses of peace. Coming to the Southern Truc Lam Zen Monastery to...

Can Tho Museum

Mon, 05 Sep 2016 09:40:00 +0200

Can Tho Museum has a large area of nearly 3000 m2 located at 1 Hoa Binh Avenue, Tan An Ward, Ninh Kieu District. It exhibits a lot of ancient artifacts of the country, residents of Can Tho as well as the Mekong Delta through many different periods. Artifacts with cultural and artistic values of the Kinh, Hoa, Khmer in the process of building and defending the country are also preserved in this museum. Source: zing.vn - Translated by Ngoc Diep

My Khanh Tourist Village

Mon, 05 Sep 2016 09:39:00 +0200

Going downstream the Hau river about 20 minutes from the Cai Rang floating market, tourists will come to My Khanh tourist village that is not far away from the Southern Truc Lam Zen Monastery. Having a cool and fresh atmosphere, you will feel much more relaxed, comfortable and pleasant than in bustling city. Experiences that shall not to be missed here are enjoying more than 20 kinds of fruit in large gardens, visiting traditional handicraft villages, brewing wine, baking with local people,...

Five Customer Service Lessons PR Professionals Can Learn From A Hotel Concierge

Sun, 04 Sep 2016 20:58:00 +0200

Five Customer Service Lessons PR Professionals Can Learn From A Hotel Concierge Being a master communicator or PR pro means being resourceful, tenacious and obsessively good at customer service. Specialized skills like understanding the news cycle and writing great releases are important too, but knowing the basic tenets of customer service can make your life — and your work — much easier. Before my communications role at Intrepid Group, I spent two years as a concierge at a...

Hanoi’s new walking streets set to open with festive activities

Fri, 02 Sep 2016 19:37:00 +0200

The newly opened pedestrian areas around Hanoi’s iconic Hoan Kiem Lake are set to thrill visitors with an array of activities starting tomorrow, September 1. The inauguration ceremony for the new walking streets, also intended to celebrate Vietnam’s National Day on September 2, is scheduled for Thursday evening with traditional performances, Duong Duc Tuan, chairman of Hoan Kiem District People’s Committee, said on Tuesday. Hanoi has decided to turn a number of streets into walking streets...

Visiting the most beautiful ancient house in Can Tho

Thu, 01 Sep 2016 20:22:00 +0200

Located on Bui Huu Nghia street, Can Tho, the ancient Binh Thuy house is a rare ancient constructions in Vietnam which has been well preserved and kept intact, allowing visitors to explore the culture and the life of Southwest region’s people in the 20th century. The house, imbued with French architectural style, was recognised as a national heritage site. It was built in 1870 by the Duong family on an area of nearly 6,000 sq m and is currently managed by Duong Minh Hien, the family’s...

NGAN DINH RESTAURANT

Thu, 01 Sep 2016 08:36:00 +0200

Ngan Dinh Restaurant is located on the 5th floor of the Windsor Plaza Hotel. The dim sum dishes are a highlight of the authentic Cantonese cuisine served at this multi-award winning restaurant. Available for small groups or large banquets, Ngan Dinh has 9 individual VIP rooms capable of serving 10 persons each. Operating Hours 07:00 - 14:00 17:00 - 22:00 Ngan Dinh Restaurant Location: 5th Floor Reservations: +84 8 3830...

Opera

Thu, 01 Sep 2016 08:16:00 +0200

Overlooking Lam Son Square and the Opera House, Opera has become a popular venue for all day dining. Inspired by Italy's hearty cuisine, Opera serves authentic and sophisticated regional Italian dishes that incorporate the best of locally and internationally sourced produce, meats and fish. Through simple preparation techniques such as braising and roasting, fine ingredients are transformed into satisfying comfort food. OPENING...

R&J Italian Lounge & Restaurant

Thu, 01 Sep 2016 08:12:00 +0200

R&J ITALIAN LOUNGE & RESTAURANT Taking its name from Shakespeare’s epic romance, Romeo and Juliet, R&J stokes a similar passion in lovers of traditional Italian cuisine. CUISINE: ITALIAN Lounge: 5:00pm to 12:00am Restaurant: 6:00pm to 10:00pm R&J Italian Lounge & Restaurant applies a dress code and no children under 12. RESERVATIONS PLEASE...

Kobe Teppanyaki Restaurant

Thu, 01 Sep 2016 08:03:00 +0200

Description: The chain restaurant Kobe Teppanyaki has finally arrived in Vietnam for the first time with the best of Japanese Teppanyaki cuisine. With 10 VIP rooms have been specially designed by our Japanese designers. You can enjoy our premium Kobe beef, fresh seafoods and full range of sushi and sashimi in a luxury and cozy atmosphere. Address: 13A Tu Xuong, W.7, D.3, HCMC. TEL : (+84)8 393 20187 (+84)8 39320189 Hotline : (+84) 901...

Ichiba Sushi Vietnam

Thu, 01 Sep 2016 07:57:00 +0200

Our Story Mr. Van was born, February 1972 in Saigon Vietnam. Van Phan moved to the United States in 1989, to be reunited with his family at the age of 17. Van relocated in the San Francisco Bay area in Northern California. While going to school, he began working at a Japanese restaurant called Tachi Sushi. His first position was a dishwasher. Through five years of hard work and dedication, Van worked his way up from a dishwasher, prep cook, and eventually to a head chef. Van always had a...

Vietnamese Cuisine Festival 2016 to gather cuisine features and farm products

Tue, 30 Aug 2016 08:17:00 +0200

Vietnamese Cuisine Festival 2016, which will take place at Thanh Nien Park, Nha Trang City, Khanh Hoa Province from August 29 to September 4, will become a place for regions nationwide to introduce their specialties. Diversified cuisine Vietnamese Cuisine Festival 2016 is expected to advertise cuisine specialties of regions as well as of Khanh Hoa Province to tourists. This will also be an...

Hanoi offers free Wi-Fi around Hoan Kiem Lake next month

Mon, 29 Aug 2016 08:45:00 +0200

Twenty-one hotspots are being installed around Hoan Kiem Lake as Hanoi prepares to launch its free public Wi-Fi service in the area on Sep. 1, an official has said. Visitors to the lake, a well known tourist destination, will be able to roam using the free Wi-Fi hotspots as of Sep. 1, Tuoi Tre newspaper quoted the official from the Hanoi Information and Communication Department as saying. Users, however, will need to log in again after every 30 minutes to continue using the service, he...

Hanoi to ban vehicles around Hoan Kiem Lake to attract tourists

Sat, 27 Aug 2016 10:49:00 +0200

A corner of Hoan Kiem (Sword) Lake in Hanoi. Photo: Ngoc Thang Hanoi is set to ban all vehicles on streets around Hoan Kiem (Sword) Lake every evening from Friday to Sunday starting September 1 to make it tourist-friendly. They will be pedestrians-only from 7 p.m. to midnight, and relevant agencies will assign personnel to regulate traffic and prevent possible congestion elsewhere as a result, according to Hanoi Transport Department. Several bus routes will be...

What is a Concierge?

Fri, 26 Aug 2016 00:43:00 +0200

You can recognize Concierge Clefs d’Or by the keys they display on the collar of their uniforms. These crossed gold keys are more than just the symbol of the organization — they are the symbol of guaranteed, quality service. Concierge Clefs d’Or will accommodate every guest request so long as it is morally, legally, and humanly possible. Their services run the gamut from the mundane to the extraordinary, yet each request is fulfilled with vigor to the guest’s full satisfaction. Concierge...

12 Most Popular Theme Parks Around The World!

Thu, 25 Aug 2016 08:23:00 +0200

Magic Kingdom Park at Walt Disney World: The Magic Kingdom is the heart of Walt Disney World, where costumed Disney characters roam the streets and Space Mountain rules the rides. Cinderella’s Castle, based on the turreted German castle Neuschwanstein, is a guaranteed favorite with little ones [Disney vacation]. You will find wonder, fantasy and pixie dust everywhere around the magic kingdom park. The seven enchanted lands lead the...

HCMC to spend $90,000 on firework displays to celebrate Independence Day

Wed, 24 Aug 2016 08:08:00 +0200

Save the date: September 2 in Ho Chi Minh City for firework displays and other fun activities. Ho Chi Minh City People’s Committee has approved a firework plan to celebrate Vietnam’s 71st anniversary of Independence Day on September 2. People will be able to enjoy fireworks at two locations, one high-range display near the Saigon River Tunnel in District 2 and a smaller-scale performance at Dam Sen Park in District 11. The two shows are estimated to cost around VND2...

Events in HCMC on 22 August

Mon, 22 Aug 2016 08:24:00 +0200

I) Salsa Night @ Cuba La Casa Del Mojito Free Salsa Class! The hottest Salsa Night in Ho Chi Minh is coming to Cuba la Casa del Mojito every Monday evening. If you’ve ever dreamed of moving like the hottest Salsa king or queen, now is your chance to make your dream come true. Free salsa dance classes start at 9PM, followed a session of social dancing after the class. Practice makes perfect. Cuban DJ...

Sky36 Club at Novotel Danang Premier Han River

Sat, 20 Aug 2016 00:41:00 +0200

Sky36 Club sits on the 36th floor of five-star Novotel Danang Premier Han River, making it the costal town’s highest rooftop bar. Offering panoramic views of Da Nang City, Bach Dang River, and verdant mountains, this swanky nightlife spot attracts a steady clientele of affluent travellers and local elites looking to party in style. The music policy varies from EDM and trance to deep house and hip-hop. Despite the lack of cover charge, do note that drinks served at Sky36 Club are more...

Waterfront Danang Restaurant & Bar

Sat, 20 Aug 2016 00:40:00 +0200

Waterfront Danang Restaurant & Bar overlooks Han River in Da Nang City Centre, where sports fans can catch the latest sports events whilst enjoying authentic Vietnamese, Thai, European, Japanese and American cuisine. Set along Bach Dang Street, the establishment is fitted with a modern dining venue and terrace on the upper level and a lively sports bar downstairs. Waterfront Danang Restaurant & Bar’s extensive drinks list ranges from imported wines by glass and bottle, malt whiskies,...

New Phuong Dong Nightclub

Sat, 20 Aug 2016 00:39:00 +0200

New Phuong Dong Nightclub is Da Nang’s definitive club, having been operating since 1994. Located within the city centre, it boasts modern audio-visual systems, a spacious dancefloor, and a centre stage where prominent local DJs, dancers, and bands perform every night. New Phuong Dong Nightclub’s music policy ranges from EDM, disco and house to rock, jazz and funk. Offering an extensive array of cognacs, tequila, beers, wines, and champagnes. The price range here may be higher than your...

Brilliant Top Bar

Sat, 20 Aug 2016 00:39:00 +0200

Set on the rooftop of Brilliant Hotel, Brilliant Top Bar offers a good selection of cold beers, bar snacks, and western delicacies as well as expansive views of Han River, My Khe Beach and Da Nang City. With a capacity of 100 people, the rooftop bar is fitted with rattan chairs, warm lighting, unobtrusive music, and glass panels that overlook the iconic Dragon River Bridge - perfect for quiet evenings with fellow tourists and expats. Brilliant Top Bar also offers a daily happy hour promo...

Seventeen Saloon Da Nang

Sat, 20 Aug 2016 00:38:00 +0200

Seventeen Saloon Da Nang is the second branch of Saigon’s iconic live music bar, featuring fun-loving waitresses in sexy cowgirl costumes, ice cold beers, and talented musicians performing until late. Attracting mostly expats and backpackers, this western-style bar overlooks the tranquil Han River in Da Nang City with a Filipino band covering a medley of classic rock tunes by U2, Aerosmith, and Bon Jovi. Drinks are priced between VND 44,000 and VND 150,000, serving a selection of imported and...

Oasis Tapas Bar

Sat, 20 Aug 2016 00:37:00 +0200

Oasis Tapas Bar stands out amongst most expat bars in Da Nang City for its tasty and authentic Spanish delicacies, friendly service, and satisfying range of cocktails, wines, and premium gins. Just a four-minute stroll from Bac My An Beach, this funky bar opens at 17:00 onwards, where you can enjoy over 40 types of tapas such as stuffed eggplants, buffalo mozzarella, Spanish omelette and duck crepe for as low as VND 20,000 per dish. Great for unwinding after a day at the beach, Oasis Tapas Bar...

Bamboo2 Bar Da Nang

Sat, 20 Aug 2016 00:36:00 +0200

Bamboo2 Bar Da Nang is a small yet vibrant nightlife spot along the bustling Bach Dang Street, drawing mostly expats and tourists looking to catch live sports matches such as AFL, NRL, Rugby Union, and Premier League. The bar has three levels with open-air terraces that overlook the Han River and Dragon River Bridge, as well as walls decorated with graffiti by past patrons, ample bamboo bar stools, and a pool table. With a music policy of popular English tunes, Bamboo2 Bar Da Nang hosts a...

Golden Pine Pub Da Nang

Sat, 20 Aug 2016 00:35:00 +0200

Golden Pine Pub Da Nang is favourite late night hangout spot for 30-something locals and expats due to its laidback vibe, lively parties, and chatty staff. Set along Bach Dang Street, this three-storey bar is fitted with a dancefloor, numerous pool tables, and an al fresco terrace where you can catch the illuminated Dragon River Bridge in action. Drinks-wise, Heineken or Guinness are priced at VND 45,000 while Saigon or 333 Beer is about VND 35,000, but patrons get to enjoy ‘buy two, free one’...

Billabong Pub & Restaurant

Sat, 20 Aug 2016 00:32:00 +0200

Billabong Pub & Restaurant is an Australian-owned nightlife spot in Da Nang City, offering an extensive selection of beers and western fare until late. Great for a relaxing night out, this classic-looking tavern features bare-bricked walls, wooden furnishing, and vintage photographs while English tunes plays unobtrusively in the background. There are also several flat-screen TVs airing Australian sports matches such as Rugby World Cup, Caufield Cup, and AFL. Patrons can also enjoy an...

LA MAISON 1888

Sat, 20 Aug 2016 00:27:00 +0200

Located in the Intercontinental Da Nang Sun Peninsula Resort, La Maison 1888 deserves to be listed on top of your list. It has been ranked number 4 of 10 the most beautiful restaurants in the world by two prestigious online newspapers: The New York Daily News and The Daily Meal. The design of this restaurant reflects the antique French mansion design which will give you a very romantic atmosphere to enjoy dinner or lunch here. ...

THE BEACH HOUSE

Sat, 20 Aug 2016 00:25:00 +0200

If you would like a restaurant with a view of the sea, The Beach House is your perfect choice. Ideally located on the beach with marvelous views over the sea, the Beach House, which is part of Hyatt regency Da Nang Resort and Spa, is ideal place to sample authentic Vietnamese seafood or Western grills. You and your partner can opt for an intimate indoor seating or outdoor dining under the stars with a view of the great sea in front and enjoy a gentle...

LAM VIEN RESTAURANT

Sat, 20 Aug 2016 00:25:00 +0200

If you would love to dine in a restaurant with the green atmosphere of the trees around, Lam Vien restaurant is your choice. The restaurant is a beautiful garden with an old tribal house for dining inside. Outside is beautiful garden which can bring you the feeling of getting close to the nature. Overall, the place looks great, romantic, quiet and ideal for a date or even a business meeting. They don’t just serve some great Vietnamese dishes here but also Western ones. The freshest and highest...

RED SKY BAR & RESTAURANT

Sat, 20 Aug 2016 00:24:00 +0200

If you are looking for a good Western food restaurant and romantic setting or a trendy bar in Da Nang, look no further than the Red Sky Bar & Restaurant. The restaurant has been opened for a pretty long time and is now regarded as one of the best restaurants & bars in Da Nang. Red Sky Bar is separated into two floors. The downstairs bar area looks cool and is an awesome place to have drinks with friends before or after your main dishes upstairs. Upstairs is equipped with...

THE RACHEL

Sat, 20 Aug 2016 00:23:00 +0200

The Rachel (named after the owner) is both a restaurant and a bar, centrally located on Da Nang’s vibrant riverside. The restaurant has a good view of the Han River and the Dragon Bridge. The Rachel is regarded as one of the best places for tourists and locals alike to experience a great dining experience of traditional Vietnamese, Asian and Western cuisines. The atmosphere in The Rachel Restaurant The Rachel’s upstairs, with its great design, is the perfect venue for family dining or a...

LIMONCELLO

Sat, 20 Aug 2016 00:22:00 +0200

Limoncello Italian Restaurant Danang is located between the Han Bridge and the Dragon bridge at 187 Tran Phu street. The Restaurant is run by a very friendly Italian couple, Filippo and Valeria – who opened the restaurant in August 2014. Limoncello is conveniently located in a relaxed setting. Limoncello Restaurant Coming to Limoncello you can enjoy authentic Italian food with the best service you can find in Da Nang. A touch of Italy in the center of Da...

WATERFRONT RESTAURANT

Sat, 20 Aug 2016 00:20:00 +0200

If you are a wine enthusiast and international food lover, Waterfront Restaurant & Bar will be your great choice. Located by the Han River and not far from the city center, Waterfront Restaurant will bring you nice atmosphere with its two-story building consisting of an upstairs restaurant and downstairs bar. Both feature modern, fresh interior and excellent view to the Han River. An upstairs restaurant The talented Western chef here will offer you a delicious range of International...

LE BAMBINO

Sat, 20 Aug 2016 00:17:00 +0200

Opened in 2003, Le Bambino Da Nang is great for escaping the bustling streets without actually leaving Da Nang City. Accessible within a 10-minute walk from Han Market, this atmospheric restaurant is divided into two indoor dining areas (smoking and non-smoking) and a swimming pool patio. Its menu comprises fresh seafood, homemade pastas, salads, and prime cuts imported from New Zealand and Australia. Some of Le Bambino Da Nang’s signature dishes include foie gras pate with toast bread (VND...

Top Romantic Restaurants in Da Nang

Sat, 20 Aug 2016 00:00:00 +0200

TOP 8 MOST ROMANTIC RESTAURANTS IN DANANG You are searching for some romantic restaurants to hang out and have a dinner or lunch with your beloved in Da Nang? Congratulations! You’ve come to the right place! 1. LA MAISON 1888 Located in the Intercontinental Da Nang Sun Peninsula Resort, La Maison 1888 deserves to be listed on top of your list. It has been ranked number 4 of 10 the most beautiful restaurants in the world by two prestigious online newspapers: The New York Daily News and The...

Nine top destinations for upcoming National Day

Fri, 19 Aug 2016 08:35:00 +0200

Con Dao, Phu Quoc and Nha Trang are among the leading getaways for the upcoming National Day (September 2), according to reputed travel agencies like Fiditour, Ben Thanh Tourist and Vietravel. Con Dao is perfect if you like old French colonial buildings, deserted private beaches, crystal clear waters, stunning mountains and evergreen forests Phu Quoc is the spot if you’re looking for a resort area, entertainment areas and a...

The best islands in Vietnam

Wed, 17 Aug 2016 21:05:00 +0200

Out of the 4,000 or so islands in Vietnam, the Ba Lua Islands received top honours, according to a survey taken by Traveltimes. Here’s a complete rundown of the top 10 choices. 1. Ba Lua Islands, Kien Giang Province 2. Binh Hung island, near Binh Ba Island, Khanh Hoa Province 3. Nam Du Island, Kien Giang Province 4. Cham Isles, near Hoi...

L'Olivier

Mon, 15 Aug 2016 13:31:00 +0200

•FRENCH / MEDITERRANEAN •Location: Sofitel Saigon Plaza, 17 Le Duan, District 1, Ho Chi Minh City. •Tel: 3824 1555. •Open hours: 11.30-14:00, and 18:00–22:00 •Price range: $20 - $50 •Good for: Romance, Doing business, Special occasions, Entertaining clients •Description: A traditional French restaurant offering Mediterranean cuisine that’s well known for its quarterly Michelin star promotions and award winning pastry team. Seating 80 people, the restaurant exudes a...

5 experiences not to be missed in Vietnam

Mon, 15 Aug 2016 10:23:00 +0200

There's no point dipping your foot in the water; you have to dive right in on a trip to Vietnam. Vietnam boasts an abundance of beautiful sights to behold and delicious food to taste. But if time is not your friend, here are five must-visit destinations that will guarantee you a trip to remember. Taking a train to Sapa Sapa is a small town in the northern province of Lao Cai. Dubbed the "the Tonkinese Alps", the region is home to hill tribe minority groups who farm on terraced rice...

Twenty top destinations in Vietnam

Sun, 14 Aug 2016 15:05:00 +0200

VietNamNet Bridge - Let's travel to the 20 worth-to-visit places in Vietnam through beautiful panoramic images taken by photographer Le The Thang. Bac Son Valley in Lang Son Tho Ha Village in Bac Giang West Lake in Hanoi Terrace fields in Ha Giang Moc Chau Highland in Son...

7 things scare foreign tourists in Vietnam

Fri, 12 Aug 2016 10:10:00 +0200

A voluntary youth helping tourists crossing the street in Ho Chi Minh City. Photo: Diep Duc Minh Seventy percent of international tourists do not return to Vietnam for a second time and there are seven things that scare many of them away, Deputy Prime Minister Vuong Dinh Hue said at a tourism promotion conference in Quang Nam Tuesday. They are robberies, minor thefts, traffic gridlock, traffic accidents, services quality, dirty toilets, and pollution, he...

7 things scare foreign tourists in Vietnam

Fri, 12 Aug 2016 00:43:00 +0200

A voluntary youth helping tourists crossing the street in Ho Chi Minh City. Photo: Diep Duc Minh Seventy percent of international tourists do not return to Vietnam for a second time and there are seven things that scare many of them away, Deputy Prime Minister Vuong Dinh Hue said at a tourism promotion conference in Quang Nam Tuesday. 1.robberies, 2.minor thefts, 3.traffic gridlock 4.traffic accidents 5.services...

20 must-try experiences in Hoi An

Wed, 10 Aug 2016 10:15:00 +0200

Cycling around the old town, dropping lanterns on the Hoai River, enjoying local cuisine... are the experiences that tourists should try in the ancient town of Hoi An, a world cultural heritage site in central Vietnam. 1. Cycle to explore the old town. 2. Taste che (sweetened porridge) on the roadside. 3. Take breakfast in markets with local specialties...

NAMO Artisanal Pizzeria

Tue, 09 Aug 2016 10:11:00 +0200

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OFFICIAL LAUNCH OF TAKASHIMAYA HO CHI MINH

Sat, 06 Aug 2016 10:08:00 +0200

First one stop shopping center in Saigon Centre Core tenant "Takashimaya HOCHIMINH" Opening on Saturday, July 30th 2016 Last Saturday, July 30th 2016, through the joint venture between Takashiyama Co., Ltd and its subsidiary - Toshin Development Co., Ltd. with Keppel Land (Singapore) and two other Vietnamese companies, the Takashimaya Group officially launched the first one-stop shopping center in Saigon Centre in Ho...

Takashimaya Ho Chi Minh

Sat, 06 Aug 2016 10:02:00 +0200

Name TAKASHIMAYA Ho Chi Minh ◆ Store area About 15,000 m2 (3 levels, 2 basements) ◆ Operation hours Weekdays 9:30 ~ 21:30 ◆ Public holidays Same schedule as Saigon Centre ◆ Operated by Takashimaya Vietnam Limited ◆ Website www.takashimaya-vn.com/

The night seafood market in Saigon

Sat, 06 Aug 2016 09:29:00 +0200

Every great seafood-eating city has a great seafood market - Tokyo has the Tsukiji Market, New York has the Fulton Market, and Ho Chi Minh City has the Binh Dien Market. Located on the outskirts of the city, Binh Dien is a huge market spanning 20,000 square metres. Boats and trucks arrive in the wee hours of morning to unload their produce, fresh from the rivers of the Mekong Delta, East Sea, and Gulf of...

BAI TRUOC

Tue, 02 Aug 2016 21:47:00 +0200

Located in the West – South, Bai Truoc, Vung Tau is also named “Tam Duong” beach with crescent shape leaning into the mainland and two ends are two mountains of Tuong Ky and Tao Phung. The charming mountain and water landscape has created dreamlike Bai Truoc where is the port for ships after long voyages. Along Bai Truoc, there are rows of coconuts and...

BAI SAU

Tue, 02 Aug 2016 21:46:00 +0200

Bai Sau is located in the East – South of Vung Tau city, with the length of about 8 km with other name of “Thuy Van” beach. This is long and dreamlike beach, with the gentle beauty of a sea with sunlight all year round. Thuy Van avenue is runing along Sau beach, with one side including noisy streets, modern and luxurious and with all comforts hotel...

BAI DUA

Tue, 02 Aug 2016 21:45:00 +0200

Along Ha Long avenue and curling on a section of the mountain side, Bai Dua appears before the visitors, with not noisy beauty but dreamlike and silent beauty. On the mountain along Ha Long avenue luxurious hotels are constructed next to ancient pagodas such as Tinh Xa Nirvana, Sir Nam Hai...

HO COC BEACH

Tue, 02 Aug 2016 21:44:00 +0200

Ho Coc beach is located in Xuyen Moc district, which is an attrative tourism destination to the visitors for its pristine and rare beauty. Ho Coc sea has pure water and the beach has white sand and slopes gentle and the beach is specially beautiful thanks to large rock located in the beach to create waves with white...

DAU BEACH

Tue, 02 Aug 2016 21:44:00 +0200

Dau Beach is in the western Lon Mountain and the northern center of Vung Tau City. From Truoc Beach, following Tran Phu Street and passing Bach Dinh monument about 3km is Dau Beach. Formerly, Dau Beach was also called May Pool...

THUY DUONG BEACH

Tue, 02 Aug 2016 21:43:00 +0200

When the spring comes, the visitors traveling on Provincial Road 44 through Nuoc Ngot pass can see a forest of cherry trees with many flowers along two sides to Thuy Duong beach, located in Phuoc Hai township, Dat Do district. The beach has slopes gentle, with small rock to create the dreamlike beauty. Thuy Duong beach tourism are equipped with all services shall give the comfortable feeling to the visitors when visiting and resting here.

HO TRAM BEACH

Tue, 02 Aug 2016 21:43:00 +0200

Ho Tram beach is wonderful and attractive marina to help the visitors to enjoy the beauty of East sea when visiting the resort. The visitors can wallow in the nature where many marine creatures are living. Here, there is Ho Tram Beach Resort and Spa, an ideal place where the visitors can be relaxed with sky, water, white beach while listening to the sound of wave and enjoying the pure and cool air.

LONG HAI BEACH

Tue, 02 Aug 2016 21:42:00 +0200

Long Hai beach is located in Long Hai township, Long Dien district which is a wonderful and clean beach with pure and blue sea water. Long Hai beach is connected with Nuoc Ngot Pass where has mountains rising up to the sea as issuing the challenge to the endless sea with waves to create the dreamlike and mighty landscape. Whenever the spring comes, from Nuoc Ngot pass looking down, the visitors will feel surprised before the wonderful picture of the nature with the purple...

DAM TRAU BEACH

Tue, 02 Aug 2016 21:41:00 +0200

Dam Trau beach located in Con Dao district is the place with wonderful landscape and yellow sand stretching under the stone walls with many strange shapes. On a stone slope to the sea, there are two big stones leaning together as two birds are caressing. Visiting...

AN HAI BEACH AND LO VOI BEACH

Tue, 02 Aug 2016 21:40:00 +0200

An Hai beach and Lo Voi beach are two wonderful beaches in two ends of centre of Con Dao distrct with gentle sea and pure water. Along the beaches, there are rows of birch-trees giving the shaper with charming landscape between the endless of sea and sky of Con Dao island.

TINH XA NIRVANA

Tue, 02 Aug 2016 21:18:00 +0200

Tinh Xa Nirvana is located on the slide of Nho mountain, this is a combination of Eastern and Western architectures: the Central Chamber has Buddha Nirvana statue lying on one’s side forwarding the West. On the right, there is Bat Nha boat where is decorated with many flowers and trees and Tho Da forest to reappear the legend about Grotama Crown Prince who saved the life of the people. Bat Nha boat yard has bell tower with four curved roofs, the gables were installed with copper statues,...

THICH CA PHAT DAI PAGODA

Tue, 02 Aug 2016 21:16:00 +0200

Thich Ca Phat Dai is the most typical and biggest pagoda in Vung Tau with typical architectures following the storey about the life of Buddha Shakyamuni from the time the Buddhist was born until going to Nirvana. Thich Ca Phat Dai is the typical Buddhism works of Vung Tau in particular and in Vietnam in general with many visitors to visit and worship every year. Tran Phu street, ward 5, Vung Tau city

ANCIENT CANNON BATTLEFIELD

Tue, 02 Aug 2016 21:14:00 +0200

Ancient Canon Battlefield was constructed by the French colonialism for more than one century ago which is connected between Lon mountain and Nho mountain of Vung Tau city to create the safe corridor for the Southeast region border gate governed by the French. The Ancient Cannon Battlefield was divided into three areas: Da bridge Cannon Battlefield, Lon mountain Cannon Battlefield and Tao Phung Cannon Battlefield. Vung Tau Ancient cannon Battlefield is within the biggest...

BAI DAU VIRGIN MARY STATUE

Tue, 02 Aug 2016 21:14:00 +0200

Bai Dau Virgin Mary Statue is located on the side of Tuong Ky mountain (Lon mountain) and constructed in 1992. The statue is in white with height of 25m forwarding the sea and holds Jesus Christ. Within the campus of Bai Dau Virgin Mary church, there is a giant religious architecture. There is the way to the peak of Lon mountain to see the whole view of Vung Tau city. The finish location is the Holy Cross and follow the road of 14 ways of the Christ. Tran Phu street, ward 5, Vung Tau...

BACH DINH

Tue, 02 Aug 2016 21:13:00 +0200

Located on the side of Lon mountain, Bach Dinh is an interesting destination which attracts many visitors. Bach Dinh was constructed by the French to be the resort for the Governor-General of Indochina Paul Doumer. Visiting Bach Dinh, the visitors will be impressed with the green color of the nature with trees, flowers, pure air and ancient color of the building. For more than...

LONG SON BIG HOUSE

Tue, 02 Aug 2016 21:12:00 +0200

Long Son Big House was constructed by Mr. Le Van Muu - a follower of Tu An Hieu Nghia religion in Long Son island commune, Vung Tau city at the beginning of XX century. The Big House was constructed in an area of 2 ha and divided into 3 zones: Worshipping zone, School zone, Long Son Hoi building. Annually, on the Death Anniversary of Mr. Tran (Lunar 20/02) and Trung Cuu day (Lunar 09/09), Long Son Big House organizes festival which attracts many visitors throughout the country. Together...

LIGHTHOUSE

Tue, 02 Aug 2016 21:12:00 +0200

Vung Tau Lighthouse was constructed for the first time in Viet Nam in 1862 after the French Army occupied 3 Southeast provinces. Lighthouse tower is cylinder-shaped with height of 18m and diameter of 3m and has a spiral staircase leading to nearly the peak of the tower and the access to the external corridor to watch the whole view of Vung Tau city. For many years, the Lighthouse is an attractive destination for the visitors when visiting Vung Tau for not only its...

JESUS CHRIST STATUE

Tue, 02 Aug 2016 21:11:00 +0200

Jesus Christ Statue is located on Nho mountain at the height of 170m comparing to the sea water level which was constructed by the Catholicism in 1974 and finished in 1993. Jesus Christ Statue is a large-scale religious works at regional level and...

THANG TAM DEITY TEMPLE

Tue, 02 Aug 2016 21:09:00 +0200

Thang Tam Deity Temple is the place where keeps the typical cultural features of the fisher in Vung Tau and bring both common features of Vietnamese villages and the typical features in worshiping religion and cultural life of Vung Tau people. Besides the historical and cultural values, Thang Tam Deity Temple is the place to organize...

HON BA

Tue, 02 Aug 2016 21:08:00 +0200

From Nghing Phong cape to the sea, the visitors will see a small island with white and dreaming sea waves and so poetic, that is Hon Ba. Hon Ba is about 200m away from Nho mountain and is a beautiful spot of Vung Tau, which attract many visitors to visit and worship for good lucks at the temple constructed here. Nghinh Phong cape, Ha Long...

ARCA AND SNAIL PRODUCTS FINE ARTS AND HANDICRAFT VILLAGE

Tue, 02 Aug 2016 20:43:00 +0200

Currently there are about 45 groups in Vung Tau city specialized in producing handicraft and fine arts products. The handicraft and fine arts products in Vung Tau city are very diversified and various with more than 10 business sectors such as: flowers, bamboo, stone, arca, snail,lacquer,... There are about hundreds of types and samples of products made of arca and snails. This kind of products is divided into 3 types: preliminarily processed arca and snails, linked arca and...

COPPER BELL CASTING TRADE VILLAGE

Tue, 02 Aug 2016 20:42:00 +0200

Copper bell casting trade village is located in Long Dien township since 1968 which is maintained and developed until today. There are many product such as pots, bells and statues,... which are famous products in the Southern market. The copper bell casting business of Long Dien has been passed through many generations to help to keep the typical patterns in Vietnamese culture.

HOA LONG WINE COOKING VILLAGE

Tue, 02 Aug 2016 20:42:00 +0200

There are about 120 household specialized in cooking wine in Hoa Long village, Ba Ria town and they together form Hoa Thanh Agricultural Service Cooperative was certifiel by the Department of Intellectual Property with the sole trademark for Hoa Long wine. This is the shared happiness of the wine cooking households in the village because this will help them to extend the wine consumption network and ensure the quality of their products as well as promote the trademark...

AN NGAI GIRDLE CAKE TRADE VILLAGE

Tue, 02 Aug 2016 20:41:00 +0200

The girdle cake trade village exists for long time in An Ngai commune, Long Dien district. An Ngai girdle cake is traditional food of the Vietnamses people which generates from this generation to other generation and develops until today.

ONG TRAN'S DEATH ANNIVERSARY

Tue, 02 Aug 2016 20:39:00 +0200

Ong Tran Death Anniversary is organized on the 20th of Lunar February every year at Ong Tran Temple under the foot of Nua mountain to commemorate the credits of Ong Tran (Le Van Muu), was born in Ha Tien, Kien Giang who came here to cultivate this land and carry out missionary work.

LONG KIEN RICE VERMICELLI VILLAGE

Tue, 02 Aug 2016 20:39:00 +0200

Long Kien rice vermicelli village is located in Long Tam ward, Ba Ria town which is famous traditional foods such as: rice vermicelli, noodles with seasoned and sauté beef, soya-cakes,...This trade village was formed in 1958 with only 5 households at the first time and then there are 30 households. The income from rice vermicelli has helped to improve the living standards of the local people and create jobs to many labors at stable income.

TRUNG CUU FESTIVAL

Tue, 02 Aug 2016 20:38:00 +0200

Trung Cuu festival is organized on the 8th and 9th of Lunar September every year at Long Son Big House. This is the festival to ask for good luck, peace, happiness and wealthy to the people. In the evening of Lunar September 8th, Tien Thuong festival is carried out with animal meats and on September 9th, Chanh Gio is carried out with vegetarian foods. The festival attracts many visitors, especially the visitors from Eastern region and West region of the South of...

BA NGU HANH TEMPLE FESTIVAL

Tue, 02 Aug 2016 20:37:00 +0200

Ba Ngu Hanh Temple festival is organized annually on the 16th 17th and 18th of Lunar October at Ba Ngu Hanh temple, Vung Tau city. The festival is organized solemnly with many traditional rituals and traditional games which attract many people and visitors to carry a thurible.

TRAN HUNG DAO'S SAINT DEATH ANNIVERSARY

Tue, 02 Aug 2016 20:35:00 +0200

On the 20th of Lunar August every year, Tran Hung Dao's Saint Death Anniversary is organized at Tran Saint temple located at No. 68 Ha Long, ward 2, Vung Tau city. Tran's Saint Death Annivesary is the occasion for the visitors to commemorate the credits of the talent General of the Nation who defeated Yuan Mongol enemy for three times to achieve the peace and freedom to the country. This is the beautiful traditional cultural feature kept from this generation to other generation in...

DINH CO FESTIVAL

Tue, 02 Aug 2016 20:35:00 +0200

Dinh Co festival is organized every year on the 10th, 11th and 12th of Lunar February to commemorate the credits of the Goddess “Long Hai Than Nu Bao An Chanh Truc Nuong Nuong Chi Than”. On the festival, the visitors from many other places visit and carry out a thurible to commemorate the Goddess. The old fishers wear traditional customs to control the festival in accordance with traditional rituals. They together wish for a new year with peaceful, wealthy and happy life.

HCM City among 30 cities with best cuisine in the world

Sun, 31 Jul 2016 08:17:00 +0200

Business Insider has selected the best 30 cities worldwide for culinary enthusiasts, including Ho Chi Minh City. HCM CITY, VIETNAM The southern Vietnamese city is famous for its delectable varieties of bánh mì — a French-inspired sandwich consisting of a baguette filled with meats and topped with fresh vegetables, daikon and carrot pickles, cilantro, and various sauces. Head to Banh Mi Huynh Hoa to sample one before trying the extensive menu at Cuc Gach Quan, which is...

Annam Gourmet Market

Sat, 30 Jul 2016 09:09:00 +0200

Our stores www.annam-gourmet.com/our_stores Ho Chi Minh City (Saigon) Annam Gourmet Hai Ba Trung(Annam Coffee Lounge) 16-18 Hai Ba Trung St., Ben Nghe Ward, Dist. 1, HCMC Tel : +84 8 3 8 229 332Fax : +84 8 3 8 229 391 haibatrung@annam-gourmet.com@ Annam Gourmet Market B2-11/12, Takashimaya, 65 Le Loi, D1, HCMC Annam Gourmet An Phu 41A...

Annam Gourmet Market New Store Opening

Sat, 30 Jul 2016 09:03:00 +0200

Annam Gourmet Market New Store Opening @ Annam Gourmet Market The fine food market opens its second shop Since the first store opening in 2001, Annam Gourmet Market has grown and become Vietnam's finest food and beverage lifestyle store, bringing to Vietnam a wide-range of high quality gourmet food and drinks at an exceptional value. At the end of this July, a new and even more spacious store will open at Saigon Centre. During the opening week, from 30 July to 7 August, new customers will have...

Events on Friday night in HCMC

Fri, 29 Jul 2016 10:00:00 +0200

Latin Nights With Luna Negra Band @ Cuba La Casa Del Mojito Dance all night on Cuban groove Luna Negra will put fire on the dancefloor all night, starting at 10PM and setting the tone for the entire evening. Get ready to spend the night on the dance floor, enjoying the music you love for the perfect evening out sweet, rich, vibrant and a little intoxicating party at weekends. Every Friday | from 10PM till late @ Cuba la Casa del Mojito 91...

Membership FAQ

Thu, 28 Jul 2016 09:28:00 +0200

Criteria For Membership Application (Full Membership) Any Chef or Assistant Concierge, over twenty-one (21) years of age and of good moral character. The minimum educational qualification is GCE 'O' Level and must be proficient in both spoken and written English. He or she must have a minimum of five (5) years service in the hotel industry, preferably in Rooms Division, of which not less than three (3) years shall have been served as either Chef...

Ha Long Bay ranks 3rd in Southeast Asia’s most ideal destinations

Thu, 28 Jul 2016 08:46:00 +0200

Touropia, which features the most amazing sights around the world divided into “best of” lists, has recently named Ha Long Bay as the third most ideal tourist attraction in Southeast Asia. Located in the northeast of Viet Nam, Ha Long Bay resembles a scene from a fantasy story with its thousands of limestone islets. Touropia said that some of the islands contain lakes while some are hollow,...

12 top destinations for foreign visitors in HCM City

Sat, 23 Jul 2016 20:12:00 +0200

VietNamNet Bridge - According to travel agencies, the Ho Chi Minh statue on Nguyen Hue Street, the Notre Dame Cathedral, and the Ben Thanh Market ... are among the top attractions for international tourists in HCM City. President Ho Chi Minh monument Ho Chi Minh statue on Nguyen Hue Street, District 1 was inaugurated in May 2015. The statue is made of copper with a height of 7.2 m, and cost VND7 billion...

Unique Vietnamese island looks and feels like heaven

Sat, 23 Jul 2016 10:09:00 +0200

Yen Island, around 25 kilometers from Nha Trang resort town, is considered by many as heaven on earth for its scenery. Photos: Pham Duy Dong/Zing There are bamboo bridges for tourists to walk around the island. Tourists have to buy tickets from Cau Da Port in Nha Trang. A one-day tour to the island costs VND350,000 (US$16) a person and tourists will be served breakfast, lunch, drinks and fruits. All...

Con Dao among best destinations in Asia

Mon, 18 Jul 2016 18:23:00 +0200

Lonely Planet has named Vietnam’s Con Dao Islands as one of the top ten places to visit in 2016. Their appeal includes coral gardens that offer Vietnam’s best diving, rewarding hikes in wildlife-rich tropical forests, and a coastline studded with gorgeous white-sand coves, describes Lonely Planet. The site adds that with improved flight connections from Ho Chi Minh City, there is no better place right now to feast on fresh seafood, explore in search of a perfect beach and revel in a...

Vietnam among the best destinations for backpackers

Sat, 16 Jul 2016 16:01:00 +0200

THE WORLD’S BEST BACKPACKING DESTINATIONS – AS VOTED BY YOU Backpacking can be one of the most rewarding ways to travel – with little more than your clothes on your back and an onward ticket in your hand. But where are the world’s best backpacking destinations? We asked our readers, and here are the results. 10. THAILAND Thailand’s rich culture, affordability and abundance of sights and activities...

THE ORGANIC-Vegetarian

Sat, 16 Jul 2016 15:16:00 +0200

Add: 54 Lý Văn Phức, District 1 Tel : 08 38200278 / 08 3 8200279 E-mail:trinhbichdung@bacdau.info Openig hour: 8:00-14:00; 16:00-21:00 E-mail:trinhbichdung@bacdau.infoNHÀ HÀNG CHAY THE ORGANIC Địa chỉ: 54 Lý Văn Phức, Phường Tân Định, Quận 1, Hồ Chí Minh Tel : 08 38200278 hoặc 08 3 8200279 E-mail:trinhbichdung@bacdau.infoNHÀ HÀNG CHAY THE ORGANIC Địa chỉ: 54 Lý Văn Phức, Phường Tân Định, Quận 1, Hồ Chí...

The Best Chocolate You’ve Never Tasted

Fri, 15 Jul 2016 20:28:00 +0200

Marou founders Vincent Mourou (left) and Samuel Maruta taste the cacao pods, which are brightly colored on the outside. Justin Mott The world’s most exquisite bars are being made in a garage in Ho Chi Minh City. There is nothing unusual, not in this era, about being a tiny, artisanal, single-origin chocolate maker. But the artisanal, award-winning chocolate I’ve come to see is being...

Chocolate made in Vietnam wins French people’s favour

Fri, 15 Jul 2016 20:23:00 +0200

Marou chocolate is favoured by many French customers The lightly bitter, sweet taste of Vietnamese chocolate bars has won the hearts of many French people in a recent meeting in Foyer Vietnam in Paris. Imported by Delikats Company, the Vietnamese chocolate brand Marou is now present in France, one of the world’s best-known chocolate makers and processors. The creation of the Marou brand name is attributed to the passion and creativity of two French chocolate makers, Vincent Mourou and...

Hue ancient citadel tops tourist destinations in Vietnam

Thu, 14 Jul 2016 21:15:00 +0200

The ancient imperial citadel in Hue City, the central province of Thua Thien-Hue, has been selected the top tourist destinations in Vietnam in 2016 by the National Administration of Tourism and the Vietnam Tourism Association. Tourists visit Hue citadel, which tops tourist destinations in Vietnam. Hue Imperial Citadel is part of the Complex of Hue Monuments, a political, cultural and religious...

Latin Fever @ Cuba La Casa Del Mojito

Sat, 09 Jul 2016 18:48:00 +0200

Authentic Mojitos, fine Cuban Cuisine and chilling music Come and enjoy live vibrant Cuban Music with a wide range of creolized musical styles including Latin jazz, Reggae, Hip Hop, Pop, Rock, Electronic, Fusion, Salsa-Timba, and traditional Cuban music. As always at Cuba la Casa del Mojito you can also enjoy authentic Mojitos and fine Cuban Cuisine. --------------------------------------------------------------- Every Saturday, 2016 | from 10.30PM to 12.30PM @ Cuba la Casa del...

AMERICAN AIRLINES

Wed, 06 Jul 2016 19:30:00 +0200

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10 essential Vietnamese dishes every visitor should try

Tue, 05 Jul 2016 20:46:00 +0200

(CNN)Not only did President Barack Obama sample some of Vietnam's finest local eats while in Hanoi this week, but his guide was none other than CNN "Parts Unknown" host Anthony Bourdain. But you don't need a celebrity guide to make the most of this nation's eats. Anthony Bourdain, Obama dine in Vietnam The cheapest and one of the most delicious places to find Vietnamese cuisine is in a traditional open-air market. Here single-dish food stalls,...

The most famous fruit wholesale market in Hanoi

Mon, 04 Jul 2016 15:49:00 +0200

Bustling from mid-night to early morning, the Long Bien Fruit Market is the biggest wholesale market in Hanoi and northern Vietnam. It is also a popular destination among those who want to discover Hanoi beauty at night. Long Bien is the biggest market from which variety of fruit and produce are taken to every corner of Hanoi and other provinces in northern Vietnam. It is considered an ideal destination to sell and buy fruit and vegetables in Hanoi. Separated from the quiet air of Hanoi at...

Vietnam is a safe country for tourists afraid of terrorism

Sat, 02 Jul 2016 20:44:00 +0200

How dangerous is YOUR holiday? Safe alternative travel destinations for British tourists THE horrific attack in Istanbul has left us wondering about the safety of our own summer holidays, so we've put together a list of peaceful places to help you avoid the threat of terrorism. Digsby IM, Email, and Social Networks in one easy to use...

Caravelle Hotel

Sat, 02 Jul 2016 18:52:00 +0200

The Caravelle Hotel is located in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam. The hotel was opened to the public on Christmas Eve 1959, when the city was known as Saigon. Contemporary journalists noted its use of Italian marble, bullet-proof glass and a “state-of-the-art air-conditioning system and a Berliet private generator.” The hotel’s modern design was the work of a Vietnamese architect, Mr. Nguyen Van Hoa, a graduate of Ecole Superieure des Beaux Arts in Hanoi. (Ref: "Caravelle-Saigon, A...

Five O'Clock Follies

Sat, 02 Jul 2016 18:48:00 +0200

The Five O'Clock Follies is a sobriquet for military press briefings that occurred during the Vietnam War. Richard Pyle, Associated Press Saigon bureau chief during the war, described the briefings as, "the longest-playing tragicomedy in Southeast Asia's theater of the absurd. The briefings occurred in a bar on the roof of Saigon's Rex Hotel, and journalists alternately cracked cynical jokes and shouted at officials, often complaining about a Credibility gap between...

CIA Office in Saigon

Sat, 02 Jul 2016 18:41:00 +0200

One of several evacuations by helicopter from 22 Gia Long Street on 29 April, 1975. Photographed by Hubert van Es, working for UPI. 22 Gia Long Street, now 22 Lý Tự Trọng Street, is an apartment building in Ho Chi Minh City, then called Saigon, that became an icon of the Fall of Saigon when chosen as an assembly point for Operation Frequent Wind in 1975. A Dutch photographer, Hubert van Es, working for UPI, took a photograph that captured the last chaotic days of the Vietnam War,...

Vietnam renews visa waiver program for Europeans

Fri, 01 Jul 2016 17:40:00 +0200

The Government on June 30 issued a resolution on the extension of visa exemption for citizens of the United Kingdom, France, Germany, Spain and Italy. Accordingly, the visa exemption for citizens from the five Western European countries, who stay in Vietnam for a maximum of 15 days, will be extended one more year to June 30, 2017, regardless of the type of passports and immigration purposes, on the basis of fully meeting the conditions prescribed by the law of Vietnam. Ministers, heads...

Big C

Wed, 29 Jun 2016 19:21:00 +0200

Address Lot A, Cityland zone, no.99, Nguyen Thi Thap Street, Tan Phu Ward, District 7, HCM City Opening hours Monday - Sunday: 07:30 - 22:00 Telephone 0862989757 or hotline: 1800 555 555 Fax 0862989758 Parking Free ATM Vietcombank Credit Cards Visa, Master, JCB, Dinner Club,...

co-opmart

Wed, 29 Jun 2016 18:46:00 +0200

iờ mở cửa / đóng cửa tại hệ thống siêu thị Co.opmart Bản In STT Co.opmart Thông tin liên hệ Giờ mở cửa - Giờ đóng cửa Thành phố Hồ Chí Minh 1 Bình Tân Địa chỉ: 158 đường số 19, Bình Trị Đông B, Q.Bình Tân, Tp.HCM, Điện thoại: (08) 37 626 706 Số Fax: (08) 37 626 701 7h30 - 22h 2 Bình Triệu Địa chỉ:...

GIANT SUPERMARKET

Wed, 29 Jun 2016 18:43:00 +0200

Giant is a leading food and general merchandise retailer that operates supermarket and hypermarket formats in Singapore, Malaysia, Indonesia and Brunei. Giant forms part of the Dairy Farm Group, a leading pan-Asian retailer that operates over 5,500 retail outlets in the region. The Group operates supermarkets, hypermarkets, health and beauty store, convenience stores, home furnishings stores and restaurants under a number of well-known local brands. With its “one-stop-shop” merchandising...

Saigon Tour in 1966

Wed, 29 Jun 2016 16:52:00 +0200

In 1966, Flickr user Mikey Walters' father, a US serviceman, sent a series of photos to his wife documenting downtown Saigon for the folks at home. The photographs and their accompanying captions serve as a 2D tour of the city, featuring The Rex and the Opera House, Saigon's Hotel de Ville and Notre Dame Cathedral as well as Le Loi, Nguyen Hue and Dong Khoi Streets. Many of Walters' captions would still be applicable today – comments about bustling traffic and the...

New traditional theatre to be built in HCM City

Fri, 24 Jun 2016 16:56:00 +0200

A new theatre offering traditional shows aimed at visitors will be built in downtown HCM City next month. The 180-seat theatre will be located in the Vertical Garden of Rex Hotel in District 1. The investor, Rex Hotel, has worked with its partner, Thái Dương Performance Company, to build the theatre specialising in traditional performances such as water puppetry, royal dance in Huế style, and cải lương (reformed opera). The Thái Dương Performance Company owns IDECAF...

LIST OF DELICIOUS DISHES IN DA NANG

Wed, 22 Jun 2016 20:42:00 +0200

1. Bun cha ca (noodle soup with filleted fish slices grilled over charcoal) - Ba Lan (Ms Lan Restaurant): 87 Le Hong Phong Street - Ba Phien (Ms Phien Restaurant): 63 Le Hong Phong Street - Restaurant at 152 Quang Trung Street -Ly Thai To Street: the corner of Ly Thai To Street and Phan Thanh Street (only open from 6 pm). 2. Be thui cau Mong (roast...

SPECIALITIES OF DA NANG

Wed, 22 Jun 2016 20:39:00 +0200

1. Mi Quang (Quang noodles) - Quan Tran (Tran Restaurant): 300 Hai Phong Street; Tel: 0511 3752777 4 Le Duan Street; Tel: 0511 3849022 43A Ngo Thi Nham Street; Tel: 0511 3775234 5 Hai Phong Street; Tel: 0511 3827936 - Ba Ngan (Ms Ngan Restaurant): 108 Dong Da Street; Tel: 0511 3537007 - Ba Lu (Ms Lu Restaurant): 126 Ham Nghi...

Five must-eat dishes in HCM City

Tue, 21 Jun 2016 20:10:00 +0200

Goasean, the world's first ASEAN travel channel–tune, has suggested five Vietnamese delicious cuisines to try when travelling to Ho Chi Minh City. According to the website, banh mi (bread) is extremely popular in Vietnam and sold many across the street pavement. ‘Although there are many shops selling bread, but each shop has different taste, this is what makes branding and differentiation for each diner’, says Goasean. GOASEAN said Pho is a traditional dish and is considered one...

Bai Xep (Qui Nhon) in top Asian unknown but incredible destinations

Mon, 20 Jun 2016 21:13:00 +0200

The remote fishing village of Bai Xep is located on a stretch of white sand near Qui Nhơn, Vietnam. It’s ideal for those looking to escape the hustle and bustle of city life, with a car-free village that includes a relaxing beach and plenty of fresh seafood. Visitors can rent the village's traditional circular boats, take cooking classes, and enjoy hiking trails that lead to waterfalls. Source: businessinsider

The Mekong experiences

Mon, 20 Jun 2016 15:23:00 +0200

14 things you should try for a complete summer vacation in Vietnam’s Mekong Delta Orchard tour: Summer is the season of tropical fruits and the delta is definitely the place for that. Many orchards are open for visitors and you just buy an entrance ticket to enjoy the feast as much as you like. Photo: Nexagro/Zing Canal exploration: A journey on a small boat through the delta’s thick canals will help one understand...

Pho Da Pagoda

Fri, 17 Jun 2016 22:23:00 +0200

Pho Da Pagoda is at 340 Phan Chau Trinh Street, Binh Thuan Ward, Hai Chau District. It was founded and built by the Venerable Thich Ton Thang in 1915, and was restored in 1962, 1970, 1983 and 2000. The Da Nang Buddhist High School (formerly called The Buddhist High School of Quang Nam-Da Nang Buddhist Association) is also located at this pagoda, and many monks and nuns from Da Nang and Quang Nam have been trained here since 1992.

Linh Ung Pagoda, Son Tra Peninsula

Fri, 17 Jun 2016 22:22:00 +0200

Built on a site of 12 hectares on the Son Tra Peninsula, the Lin Ung, Son Tra Pagoda is the largest in Da Nang in terms of scale and artistic architecture. The pagoda is famous for its beautiful 67-metre-tall Goddess of Mercy statue standing on a lotus-shaped platform. A large courtyard containing many statues leads visitors to a giant three-door gate. From here visitors can relax their minds, by gazing across the boundless sea below with numerous boats bobbing on the water...

Linh Ung Pagoda, Ba Na Mountain

Fri, 17 Jun 2016 22:21:00 +0200

The Linh Ung Pagoda on Ba Na Mountain was inaugurated on 5 March 2004. It is one of three Linh Ung pagodas in Da Nang, the other two being Linh Ung, Son Tra Peninsula and Linh Ung, Marble Mountains. Linh Ung, Ba Na, is the highest pagoda of the three, located at around 1,400 metres above sea level. The pagoda is part of the Ba Na-Suoi Mo Eco-tourism Zone on top of Ba Na Mountain, which is about 28km to the west of Da Nang, and is in An Loi Hamlet, Hoa Ninh Commune, Hoa Vang...

Linh Ung Pagoda, Marble Mountains

Fri, 17 Jun 2016 22:21:00 +0200

The pagoda is on the eastern side of Thuy Son (Water), one of the five Marble Mountains. To the right of the pagoda is Vong Hai Dai (sea-viewing pavilion), which offers a clear view of Non Nuoc Beach, and to the left is Ngu Coc Cave. Tang Chon Cave is behind the Linh Ung Pagoda. It is an ancient pagoda with great historical value. The pagoda was constructed and named Ung Chan in the period of King Gia Long (Nguyen Dynasty), but King Thanh Thai (Nguyen Dynasty)...

Da Nang Cathedral

Fri, 17 Jun 2016 22:20:00 +0200

Located at 156 Tran Phu Street, Da Nang Cathedral was constructed by Louis Vallet, a priest who sketched the overall building on the land around the Rue du Musée (the present Tran Phu Street). Construction began in February 1923. The candy-pink cathedral is nearly 70m high and was the only church built in Da Nang by the French colonialists. It was constructed in a Gothic style. The grotto of Our Lady is behind the church, and its decoration is an adaptation of the grotto in...

Protestant Church

Fri, 17 Jun 2016 22:19:00 +0200

The church, located on Ong Ich Khiem Street, is one of the biggest Protestant churches in Da Nang. The church was designed and constructed by American missionaries R A Fabbray, Paul M Hoaster and G Loyd Huglers in 1913, and it started classes for Bible teaching in 1920. The church was rebuilt with solid materials in 1922 and restored with a modern architectural style in 2000.

Da Nang Caodaism Missionary Society

Fri, 17 Jun 2016 22:18:00 +0200

Caodaism was established in Tay Ninh Province in 1926. In Da Nang, it has two sects: Caodaism Missionary and Caodaism Tay Ninh. Caodaism Missionary The headquarters of the Caodaism Missionary Society is at 63, Hai Phong Street, Da Nang. The temple is a smaller, simpler version of the one in Tay Ninh. It has three gates. The left-hand gate to the complex is for women, the right-hand gate is for men, and the central gate is used for priests only. The altar...

Quan Am Pagoda

Fri, 17 Jun 2016 22:17:00 +0200

Quan Am Pagoda was founded in 1957 by former monk Thich Phap Nhan at Kim Son (Metal or Gold), one of the Marble Mountains. It is located at 48, Su Van Hanh Street, Ngu Hanh Son District. A statue of Quan Am (Goddess of Mercy or Avalokitecvara Bodhisattva) formed from a stalagmite provides a mystical air at this pagoda. The Quan The Am Festival, held annually at this pagoda on the 19th day of the second lunar month, attracts thousands of...

Tam Thai Pagoda

Fri, 17 Jun 2016 22:17:00 +0200

Tam Thai Pagoda is on Thuy Son (Water), one of the Marble Mountains. This pagoda was constructed in 1930 and is considered a national pagoda and a Buddhist site. The pagoda has three storeys, which are: Thuong Thai, Trung Thai and Ha Thai. Pho Dong Tower, Tu Lam Pagoda and Vong Giang Dai (river-view pavilion) are adjacent to Tam Thai Pagoda. Vong Giang Dai offers a fantastic view of the Truong Giang and Cam Le rivers, and the Truong Son Mountain range. To...

Phap Lam Pagoda

Fri, 17 Jun 2016 22:15:00 +0200

Phap Lam Pagoda, also known as Tinh Hoi Pagoda, is at 500, Ong Ich Khiem Street, Nam Duong Ward, Hai Chau District. Built in 1934 based on Asian style, this pagoda has a 1.1-metre-high seated Buddha statue and two brass statues of the Goddess of Mercy (Avalokitecvara) and Dai The Chi Bodhisattva in the courtyard. The building was formerly used as the headquarters of the An Nam Buddhist Association - Da Nang branch. The pagoda was renamed Phap Lam in...

Da Nang Museum

Fri, 17 Jun 2016 22:12:00 +0200

Da Nang Museum was established in 1989. It was later rebuilt at a new location within the precinct of the national historical relic of Dien Hai Citadel at No 24 Tran Phu Street, Thach Thang Ward, Hai Chau District. It is equipped with modern audio/visual equipment and lighting systems. The new museum was inaugurated and opened for visitors on 26 April 2011. Da Nang Museum covers a three-storey display area of 3,000 m2. It introduces more than 2,500 valuable...

Ho Chi Minh Museum and Military Zone No 5 Museum

Fri, 17 Jun 2016 22:11:00 +0200

The Ho Chi Minh Museum has 3 display rooms of photographs and articles about the life and career of Ho Chi Minh. It also has a replica of his house in Ha Noi. The adjacent Military Zone No 5 Museum has 12 display rooms of photographs, objects and models depicting the struggles by soldiers and people from Military Zone No 5 as they protected national independence and territory in the two persistent wars against the French and American invaders; and the outdoor displays of...

Dong Dinh Private Museum

Fri, 17 Jun 2016 22:10:00 +0200

Dong Dinh Private Museum is the first private museum in Da Nang. Located in Hoang Sa Street, Son Tra District, the 10,000m2 museum is set in a garden in harmony with the natural surroundings of the Son Tra Peninsula. Artist Doan Huy Giao is the museum’s curator and owner. Artefacts date back 100 to 2,500 years, and some belonged to ancient cultures including the Sa Huynh, Cham Pa and Dai Viet. Many of the more recent items were collected from ethnic minority tribes of the...

The Museum of Cham Sculpture

Fri, 17 Jun 2016 22:10:00 +0200

The Museum of Cham Sculpture is at the junction of Bach Dang Street and Tran Phu Street, Hai Chau District, near the Dragon Bridge. It is a graceful building and an eclectic mix of French-colonial architecture and Cham elements set in picturesque surroundings by the Han river. The history of the museum starts in 1891 when Charles Lemire started to collect Cham sculptures that had been discovered in scattered areas of Quang Nam Province and brought them to Da Nang. The number...

Nam O Fish Sauce Village

Fri, 17 Jun 2016 22:05:00 +0200

The Nam O Fish Sauce Village was established in the early 20th century. Nam O is a small fishing village at the mouth of the Cu De river, at the foot of the Hai Van Pass, and is in Hoa Hiep Ward, Lien Chieu District. Nam O fish sauce is a speciality of Da Nang. It is well-known throughout the country for its qualities which are highly appreciated. The fish sauce is made of long-jawed anchovies. To find out how the fish sauce is produced, you should visit two...

An Hai Communal House Festival

Fri, 17 Jun 2016 21:49:00 +0200

An Hai Village, formerly called Phuoc Vang Commune, used to be part of Phuoc Chau, Hoa Vinh District (now Hoa Vang District). It was renamed as An Hai Commune, An Luu, Dien Phuoc District, in King Nguyen Phuc Chu’s reign (1691 - 1725). This area, on the eastern side of the Han River, was chosen by the Nguyen Dynasty to build a citadel called An Hai. Together with Dien Hai Citadel on the western side, it was responsible for protecting the Da Nang harbour. After many...

Hoa My Communal House Festival

Fri, 17 Jun 2016 21:45:00 +0200

Hoa My, which appears on a map of Viet Nam dated 1825 (the fifth year of King Minh Mang’s reign), now belongs to Hoa My Group, Hoa Minh Ward, Lien Chieu District. A festival is held annually on the 12th day of the first lunar month to remind the young people of the tradition “uong nuoc nho nguon” (be grateful to your ancestors), and to recognise their successes and what they should do in the next year. Because of the war, the festival did not take place for a long period, but it has been held...

Non Nuoc Stone Sculpture Village

Fri, 17 Jun 2016 21:41:00 +0200

Perhaps no one visits the Marble Mountains without also visiting the Non Nuoc Stone Sculpture Village, where the nationally and internationally famous marble handicrafts are produced. Non Nuoc stone carving is said to have a nearly two-hundred-year history. The village was initially established in the late 18th century by Huynh Ba Quat, a craftsman from Thanh Hoa Province, and local people have earned their living from stone carving here since the...

Tuy Loan “banh trang”

Fri, 17 Jun 2016 21:40:00 +0200

Tuy Loan is an ancient village in Hoa Phong Commune, Hoa Vang District, about 15km to the west of Da Nang. This village is famous for sesame “banh trang” (rice paper/rice cracker) and mi quang (quang noodles). The village residents usually put “banh trang” on altars on death anniversaries or at Tet. Today, the Tuy Loan “banh trang” has become a speciality of Da Nang. Tuy Loan Village produces grilled “banh trang” which has a round shape and a diameter of...

Kho me cakes

Fri, 17 Jun 2016 21:40:00 +0200

Kho me (sesame) cakes are made from glutinous flour, rice flour, granulated sugar, ginger, and sesame. The rice flour is mixed with the glutinous flour, then poured into a mould to be steamed and then dried. Next, the cakes are soaked in sugar or sesame. The ones that are soaked glutinous flour are called “kho no”, and those soaked in sesame are called “kho me”. The delicious cakes are soft with well-dried sesame and, when they are broken, the sugar must be like thin yellow silk cords. Kho me...

Cam Ne Mat Village

Fri, 17 Jun 2016 21:39:00 +0200

Cam Ne Mat Village, which is 14 km to the south-west of Da Nang, belongs to Hoa Tien Commune, Hoa Vang District. Cam Ne mats were used in the royal palaces of the Nguyen Dynasty, and the artists from Cam Ne Village were honoured and rewarded by the kings. According to the elders of this village, mat craft originated from Hoang Hoa, Thanh Hoa Province. It was taught to people in the southern region during the 15th century when King Le Thanh Tong won Chiem Thanh, and merged Do...

Quan The Am (Goddess of Mercy) Festival

Fri, 17 Jun 2016 21:38:00 +0200

Quan The Am (Goddess of Mercy) Festival, a big Buddhist festival, is celebrated annually at the Marble Mountains. It was first organised in 1962 for the inauguration of the Avalokitecvara Buddhisattava (Goddess of Mercy) statue in Hoa Nghiem Cave on Thuy Son, one of the five Marble Mountains. After 2 years, the festival celebrated the inauguration of the Quan Am Pagoda in Quan Am Cave, where a stalactite shaped like Avalokitecvara had been found. After that, for some reason,...

Ca Ong (Whale) Festival

Fri, 17 Jun 2016 21:24:00 +0200

Ca Ong Festival, which is also called Whale Festival, has been for centuries the most important festival for the fishermen of Da Nang. The festival expresses the fishermen’s thanks to whales, respectfully called Grandfather Fish, and prays for a safe and profitable fishing season and a peaceful life for those who face the many challenges and risks at sea. In Da Nang, Whale Festival is usually held at coastal locations such as Man Thai, Tho Quang, Thanh Loc Dan, Xuan Ha, and Hoa...

Tuy Loan Communal House Festival

Fri, 17 Jun 2016 21:22:00 +0200

Located in Tuy Loan Village, Hoa Phong Commune, Hoa Vang District, this communal house was built in the late eighteenth century and rebuilt in the year of Mau Ty (1988). Like those in Nai Nam and Bo Ban, Tuy Loan Communal House is used to worship the village gods and the bygone sages. On the 9th day of the first lunar month every year, people of Dong and Tay Hamlets in Tuy Loan Village, and also visitors, gather together to organise the two-day traditional village...

Tuy Loan Communal House

Fri, 17 Jun 2016 21:15:00 +0200

Located in Tuy Loan Hamlet, Hoa Phong Commune, Hoa Vang District, this communal house was built in the first year of King Thanh Thai’s reign (1889). Like Nai Nam and Bo Ban, Tuy Loan Communal House is used to worship the gods, and past sages of the village. In the past, people held a ceremony at this communal house to welcome spring on the 14th and 15th of the second lunar month, and autumn on the 14th and 15th of the eighth lunar month. At present, Tuy...

Dien Hai Citadel

Fri, 17 Jun 2016 21:14:00 +0200

Dien Hai Citadel, built on the western side of the Han River in the twelfth year of King Gia Long’s reign (1813), was formerly known as Dien Hai Fortress. It was moved inland and rebuilt in brick on a high mount in the fourth year of King Minh Mang’s reign (1823). It was renamed as Dien Hai Citadel in the fifteenth year of his reign (1834). Dien Hai Citadel under the attack of the French troops on 1 September 1858 Today, Dien Hai Citadel is at No 24 Tran Phu Street, Thach Thang...

Phuoc Ninh Cemetery

Fri, 17 Jun 2016 21:13:00 +0200

Nghia Trung Phuoc Ninh is a burial ground for heroic martyrs who struggled and died in attacks on the city by French troops between 1858 and 1860. Nguyen Quy Linh and Truong Tai Phu selected the land at Phuoc Ninh village to establish this cemetery. They found the graves of 1,500 heroic martyrs and reburied them at the cemetery. A granite stele, 1.2 metres high and 0.8 metres wide, was erected to memorise their sacrifice during the war. It is thought that...

Hoa Vang Cemetery

Fri, 17 Jun 2016 21:12:00 +0200

In 1864, at the suggestion of Dang Huy Truoc, King Tu Duc issued a royal decree to relocate about 1,300 graves of heroic martyrs who had struggled and died during the attack on the city by French troops between 1858 and 1860. They were reinterred at Hoa Vinh Cemetery, a burial ground in Nghi An Village (now Hoa Phat Commune, Hoa Vang District). This cemetery was again moved when the French...

Tombs of French and Spanish Soldiers

Fri, 17 Jun 2016 21:11:00 +0200

A joint Franco-Spanish expedition, under the command of Admiral Charles Rigault de Genouilly, landed at the port of Tourane (now Da Nang) in September 1858 and occupied the city after a brief bombardment. However, the allies were soon placed under siege by the Vietnamese and, unable to advance inland beyond the protection of the squadron's guns, they were effectively immobilised at Tourane. The force left a small garrison in Da Nang and sailed south to seize Gia Dinh in...

Qua Giang Communal House

Fri, 17 Jun 2016 21:10:00 +0200

Qua Giang Communal House is located in Qua Giang Hamlet, Hoa Phuoc Commune, Hoa Vang District. Built in the year of Tan Ty (1821), it worships Quan Thanh and the forefathers of the Dinh, Le, Tran, and Nguyen families who followed the Nguyen kings to the southern regions to expand their territories. These forefathers established Quang Giang Village, which consists of Qua Giang, Giang Nam, Tra Kiem, An Luu and Con Mong. The communal house is divided into two parts: the forecourt and the...

Ong Ich Khiem’s Tomb

Fri, 17 Jun 2016 21:10:00 +0200

Ong Ich Khiem’s Tomb is located in the cemetery of Hoa Tho Commune, Hoa Vang District, about 10 kilometres to the southwest of the city centre. Ong Ich Khiem, with his courtesy name of Muc Chi, was born on 21 December of Mau Ty year (1829) in Phong Le Village, Thanh Quyt Ward, Dien Ban District, Quang Nam Province. He passed his bachelor’s exam in the 7th year of King Thieu Tri’s reign (1847), and became a mandarin in the court of King Tu Duc. He was famous for his...

Nai Nam Communal House

Fri, 17 Jun 2016 21:09:00 +0200

This village communal house is located at Nam Son Block, Hoa Cuong Ward, Hai Chau District. It was built in the year of At Ty (1905) to worship the village god of security and justice, the local gods of the earth, and the village ancestors. Nai Nam communal house reflects much of the Nguyen Dynasty’s culture with a pantile roof, brick walls, two dragons flanking a moon, a well-matched pair of phoenixes, and bats carrying peaches in their mouths. All of these are skilfully...

Bo Ban Communal House

Fri, 17 Jun 2016 21:08:00 +0200

Located in Bo Ban Hamlet, Hoa Phong Commune, Hoa Vang District, this village communal house was built with bamboo on Tam Vi hillock in the early 19th century. It was moved to the centre of the village and rebuilt using brick and pantiles in 1852. It is 14.5 metres long and 9.7 metres wide, with three sections and two lean-tos. There are 36 pillars made of jackfruit wood and ‘kien kien (Hopea pierrei Hance)’ wood. Its structure includes pillar tops carved with...

Hai Chau Communal House

Fri, 17 Jun 2016 21:08:00 +0200

The Hai Chau Communal House is located in Phan Chau Trinh Street, Hai Chau 1 Ward. There is a large lake, ornamental rocks and a 100-year-old Bodhi tree in front of the house. The Chinese words “Hai Chau Chanh Xa (Hai Chau Region)” are inscribed on the three-door gate. Behind the large courtyard is the Hai Chau Temple, a building for worshipping ancestors, and two family temples. The temple on the left side is for the Nguyen Van family, and the one on the right is Kinh An Tu...

Da Nang beaches

Thu, 16 Jun 2016 22:01:00 +0200

Da Nang has a nearly-60 kilometre-long coastline stretching from the foot of the Hai Van Pass to the Marble Mountains of 60 kilometres long, and it is famous for its many beautiful sections of beaches stretching from the foot of Hai Van Pass to the Marble Mountains. It is an ideal choice for tourists worldwide and in 2005 was ranked by Forbes Magazine as one of the “10 World’s Most Luxurious Beaches” in 2005. Non Nuoc Beach - Location: closed to the Sandy Beach Resort. - Address: Huyen Tran...

Ngam Doi Eco-tourism Site

Thu, 16 Jun 2016 22:01:00 +0200

Ngam Doi eco-tourism site is a great place if you love nature, and it is also a popular venue for those who enjoy the outdoors. Just 30km southwest of Da Nang, Ngam Doi is nestled in Phu Tuc Village, Hoa Phu Commune, Hoa Vang District. This site is at the point where two streams merge together to become the source of the Lo Dong River. It boasts pristine natural beauty and enchanting scenery. In addition, it is a true sanctuary in perfect harmony with its natural...

Son Tra Peninsula

Thu, 16 Jun 2016 21:55:00 +0200

Jutting out into the sea, the Son Tra Peninsula is crowned by the Son Tra Mountain that the American soldiers during the Viet Nam War called Monkey Mountain. The 13.5km-long mountain to the northeast of Da Nang acts as a barrier protecting the city from strong winds and storms coming in from the sea. Son Tra Peninsula Son Tra was also the name given to the district, with 7 wards, when Da Nang separated from Quang Nam–Da Nang Province to become a centrally-run city on 1 January 1997. The...

The Museum of Cham Sculpture

Thu, 16 Jun 2016 21:54:00 +0200

Marble Mountains

Thu, 16 Jun 2016 21:53:00 +0200

The Marble Mountains, located at Hoa Hai Ward, Ngu Hanh Son District, are a major tourist attraction in Da Nang and are alongside the Da Nang-Hoi An roads, 8 km to the southeast of the central area of Da Nang. They consist of 5 mountains with many mysterious caves, Buddha statues and beautiful pagodas. Each mountain is named after the natural element it is said to represent: Thuy Son (Water), Moc Son (Wood), Hoa Son (Fire), Kim Son (Metal or Gold) and Tho Son (Earth). Thuy Son is the...

Ba Na Hill Station

Thu, 16 Jun 2016 21:52:00 +0200

Ba Na Mountain is about 45km to the west of Da Nang, and there is winding road to the 1,487m summit. The mountain area is estimated to host 136 families, 379 genuses and over 453 species of flora, including 251 medicinal species. It is also home to 266 vertebrates, 61 species of mammals, 178 species of birds, and 17 species of reptiles. The total area of Ba Na Mountain is 8,425ha, including 6,056ha of natural forest. When you reach the summit, you can feel the temperature and humidity dropping...

Han River Bridge

Thu, 16 Jun 2016 21:51:00 +0200

The Han River flows through the central area of Da Nang and it has played an important part in the development of the city’s tourism sector. The river has become an attraction for everyone touring the city. The Han River Bridge, a suspension bridge connecting the east and west sides of the city, was inaugurated on 29 March 2000. It was the only swing bridge in Viet Nam and it swings open daily during the early morning hours. The decorative lighting on the bridge and along...

Hai Van Pass

Thu, 16 Jun 2016 21:51:00 +0200

The Hai Van Pass crosses over a spur of the Truong Son mountain range that juts out into the sea and serves as a geological and geographical dividing line. It forms a physical boundary between the north and the south of Viet Nam, and in the past has been considered an important strategic frontier post along the north-south road. From the top of the Hai Van Pass, one can admire Lang Co to the north and Da Nang to the south. The Hai Van Pass During the Nguyen Dynasty, at the...

Suoi Hoa Eco-tourism Site

Thu, 16 Jun 2016 21:49:00 +0200

30 km west of Da Nang, the Suoi Hoa (Spring Flower) eco-tourism site is located in Phu Tuc Village, Hoa Phu Commune, Hoa Vang District. It is an ideal destination for those who want to explore new places and see the sublime beauty of nature. It boasts diverse and abundant plants and animals, as well as a number of rivers, springs, mountains, forests, waterfalls, and lakes. This all makes Suoi Hoa one of the city’s most popular destinations for both domestic and...

Phuoc Nhon Thermal Springs

Thu, 16 Jun 2016 21:48:00 +0200

The Phuoc Nhon thermal springs tourist area is situated in Phuoc Son Village, Hoa Khuong Commune, Hoa Vang District. It is 25 km to the southwest of Da Nang. Developed by the FOCOCEV Trade and Tourism JSC, the site covers an area of 24,000m2 and cost more than 50 billion VND to create. Luxury is combined here with signature treatments that utilise the effects of the site’s mineral-rich thermal waters to give you the best chance of relaxing and regaining your vitality. A...

Free concerts in HCM City mark World Music Day

Thu, 16 Jun 2016 21:24:00 +0200

A free concert celebrating World Music Day will be held at the Institute for Cultural Exchange with France (IDECAF) on June 21. The concert has been held annually for more than 10 years. It will feature pop, rock, jazz, rap, electronic and classical music. Performers from the Passion Music Club and IDECAhát Club will take part in the event, to be held from 7 pm to 9 pm at 28 Lê Thánh Tôn Street in District 1. Sofitel Saigon Plaza will also host a concert performed by both professional...

Owners of big properties in downtown Saigon change

Thu, 16 Jun 2016 16:10:00 +0200

The ownership of real estate projects in downtown Ho Chi Minh City has changed quietly, including the Legend Hotel, Vincom Center A, Diamond Plaza .... Singapore’s Mapletree buys Kumho Asiana Plaza MapletreeInvestments has acquired Kumho Asiana Plaza Saigon in District 1, HCM City from Kumho Industrial Company and Asiana Airlines, at a cost of US$107 million. Kumho Asiana Plaza is a prime mixed-use asset with close to 146,000 square metres (in gross floor area. It...

Highland Market

Wed, 15 Jun 2016 16:25:00 +0200

Markets in highland areas where ethnic minorities reside are not only places of commerce, but also cultural festivals. People wear their nicest clothes and spend some days at the market. They may play their pan-flutes, dance, sing and meet new friends. Therefore, markets in highland areas are also called Love Markets (Cho Tinh). Source: http://vietnamtourism.com/

Floating Markets

Wed, 15 Jun 2016 16:25:00 +0200

There is a very interesting kind of market in the Mekong River Delta. Thousands of boats gather to form a place of economic activity. Trading activities take place all day, but the most exciting time is in the morning when boats arrive loaded up with agricultural products. On a cho noi (floating market) all trade activities take place on boats. The largest cho noi include Phung Hiep, Nga Bay, Phong Dien (in Hau Giang), Cai Rang (in Can Tho) and Cai Be (in Tien Giang)....

Countryside Market

Wed, 15 Jun 2016 16:24:00 +0200

Many communes in rural Viet Nam feature countryside markets (cho que). There are two main types of countryside market: the fair and the evening market. Fairs are held periodically. For example, it may be held on days with the numbers three and eight, which would imply fairs on the 3rd, 8th, 13th, 18th, 23rd and 28th days of each lunar month. Major markets attract huge numbers of people. Apart from local products, visitors can find industrial and expensive commodities produced in...

Spring Flower Market and Festival

Wed, 15 Jun 2016 16:15:00 +0200

Spring flower market and festival are specific features of Vietnamese traditional Lunar New Year Festival (Tet). Spring flower market and festival often take place on the last days of lunar year when all families prepare to do shopping and decorate their house to welcome Lunar New Year. Vietnamese people go to the flower markets to not only choose and buy beautiful branches of peach or apricot flowers, but also find relaxed moments and hope for a warm spring and a prosperous new...

Ryu Gyong (Bac Trieu Tien)

Tue, 14 Jun 2016 16:53:00 +0200

Ryu Gyong the place offers a variety of traditional dishes such as Kimchi Pyongyang, soup, cold noodles, meat and vegetables with a distinctive flavor from Korea. In particular, foil grilled mushrooms, Myong The steamed fish, fish soup dishes Agu is not to be missed when you visit a restaurant. 30 Bis Le Quy Don, District 3, HCMC, Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam 0873076666 Address: 30 Bis Le Quy Don - Ward 7 - District 3 - HCMC Phone: (08) 7307 6666 - 0968 423...

Ryu Gyong (Bắc Triều Tiên)

Tue, 14 Jun 2016 16:46:00 +0200

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eco-tourist destinations in Vietnam

Mon, 13 Jun 2016 10:02:00 +0200

Eight forests suitable for nature enthusiasts in Vietnam Cuc Phuong, Nam Cat Tien and U Minh are the ideal eco-tourist destinations for families or groups of young people on the weekends. Cuc Phuong National Park Located 120 kilometers south of Hanoi, Cuc Phuong national park was established in 1962 and is the oldest national park in Vietnam. Consisting of more than 200 square kilometers of tropical forest and many grottoes, the reserve is rich in wildlife and natural beauty and also...

An Giang

Sat, 11 Jun 2016 10:09:00 +0200

Area: 3,536.7 sq. km. Population: 2,153.7 thousand habitants (2012). Capital: Long Xuyen City. Administrative divisions: - City: Chau Doc - Town: Tan Chau. - Districts: An Phu, Phu Tan, Chau Phu, Tinh Bien, Tri Ton, Cho Moi, Chau Thanh, Thoai Son. Ethnic groups: Viet (Kinh), Khmer, Cham, Hoa. Ox Racing Festival (An Giang Province) Geography An Giang Province is located to the west of the Mekong Delta between the Tien and Hau rivers and shares a...

Bac Giang

Sat, 11 Jun 2016 10:08:00 +0200

Area: 3,848.9 sq. km. Population: 1,588.5 thousand habitants (2012). Capital: Bac Giang City. Districts: Son Dong, Luc Ngan, Luc Nam, Yen The, Lang Giang, Yen Dung, Viet Yen, Tan Yen, Hiep Hoa. Ethnic groups: Viet (Kinh), Nung, San Chay, San Diu, Hoa, Tay... Yen The Festival (Bac Giang Province) Geography Bac Giang is located in the north of Vietnam and surrounded by Lang Son in the north, Quang Ninh, Hai Duong and Bac...

Ba Ria - Vung Tau

Sat, 11 Jun 2016 10:08:00 +0200

Area: 1,989.5 sq. km. Population: 1,039.2 thousand habitants (2012). Capital: Ba Ria City. Administrative divisions: - City: Vung Tau. - Districts: Chau Duc, Xuyen Moc,Tan Thanh, Long Dien, Dat Do, Con Dao. Ethnic groups:Viet (Kinh), Hoa, Cho Ro, Khmer... Vung Tau City (Ba Ria - Vung Tau Province) Geography Ba Ria-Vung Tau Province is located in the Southern Viet Nam, to the northeast of the Mekong Delta. It shares its border with Dong Nai Province to...

Bac Lieu

Sat, 11 Jun 2016 10:07:00 +0200

Area: 2,468.7 sq. km Population: 873.4 thousand habitants (2012). Capital: Bac Lieu City. Districts: Hong Dan, Vinh Loi, Gia Rai, Dong Hai, Phuoc Long, Hoa Binh. Ethnic groups: Viet (Kinh), Khmer, Hoa, Cham... Xiem Can Pagoda (Bac Lieu Province) Geography Bac Lieu Province situated in the Mekong River Delta. It shares its border with Can Tho City and Soc Trang Province to the north, the East Sea to the south, Ca Mau and Kien Giang provinces to the west. Bac...

Bac Kan

Sat, 11 Jun 2016 10:07:00 +0200

Area: 4,859.4 sq. km. Population: 301.0 thousand habitants (2012). Capital: Bac Kan City. Districts: Ba Be, Ngan Son, Cho Don, Na Ri, Cho Moi, Bach Thong, Pac Nam. Ethnic groups: Viet (Kinh), Tay, H'Mong, Dao... Ba Be Lake (Bac Kan Province) Geography Bac Kan is a mountainous province, sharing its border with Cao Bang Province to the north, Tuyen Quang Province to the west, Lang Son Province to the south-east, and Thai Nguyen Province to the south. The topography...

Ben Tre

Sat, 11 Jun 2016 10:06:00 +0200

Area: 2,357.7 sq. km. Population: 1,258.5 thousand habitants (2012). Capital: Ben Tre City. Districts: Chau Thanh, Cho Lach, Mo Cay, Giong Trom, Binh Dai, Ba Tri, Thanh Phu, Mo Cay Bac. Ethnic groups: Viet (Kinh), Khmer, Hoa, Tay Thoi Son Islet (Ben Tre Province) Geography Ben Tre is situated in Mekong Delta. It shares its border with Tien Giang in the north, Vinh Long in the west and south - west, and Tra Vinh in the south. It has 60km seashore. The four...

Bac Ninh

Sat, 11 Jun 2016 10:06:00 +0200

Area: 822.7 sq. km. Population: 1,079.9 thousand habitants (2012). Capital: Bac Ninh City. Town: Tu Son. Districts: Que Vo, Yen Phong, Tien Du, Thuan Thanh, Gia Binh, Luong Tai. Ethnic groups: Viet (Kinh), Tay, Nung, Muong... Do Temple Festival (Bac Ninh Province) Geography Bac Ninh is located in the Red River Delta region. It is surrounded by Bac Giang to the north, Hung Yen to the south, Hai Duong to the east, and Hanoi to the west. The topography...

Binh Duong

Sat, 11 Jun 2016 10:05:00 +0200

Area: 2,694.4 sq. km. Population: 1,748.0 thousand habitants (2012). Capital: Thu Dau Mot City. Towns: Di An, Thuan An. Districts: Ben Cat, Dau Tieng, Tan Uyen, Phu Giao. Ethnic groups: Viet (Kinh), Khmer, Tay, Hoa. Dai Nam Van Hien Tourism Complex (Binh Duong Province) Geography Binh Duong is located in the south of Viet Nam. It is surrounded by Binh Phuoc to the north, Tay Ninh to the west, Dong Nai to the east, and Ho Chi Minh City to the south. Binh...

Binh Dinh

Sat, 11 Jun 2016 10:05:00 +0200

Area: 6,050.6 sq. km. Population: 1,501.8 thousand habitants (2012). Capital: Quy Nhon City. Town: An Nhon. Districts: An Lao, Hoai An, Hoai Nhon, Phu My, Phu Cat, Vinh Thanh, Tay Son, Van Canh, Tuy Phuoc. Ethnic groups: Viet (Kinh), Cham, Ba Na, Hre. Quang Trung Museum (Binh Dinh Province) Geography Binh Dinh is located on the coast of Central Vietnam. It is surrounded by Quang Ngai in the north, Phu Yen in the south, Gia Lai in the west, and the East Sea in...

Binh Thuan

Sat, 11 Jun 2016 10:03:00 +0200

Area: 7,812.8 sq. km. Population: 1,193.5 thousand habitants (2012). Capital: Phan Thiet City. Administrative divisions: - Town: La Gi - Districts:Tuy Phong, Bac Binh, Ham Thuan Bac, Ham Thuan Nam, Ham Tan, Duc Linh, Tanh Linh, Phu Quy. Ethnic groups:Viet (Kinh), Cham, Hoa, Co Ho, Ra Glai. Sand dunes (Mui Ne, Binh Thuan Province) Geography Binh Thuan Province is located on coast of South Central Vietnam. It...

Ba Na ethnic group

Sat, 11 Jun 2016 09:27:00 +0200

Name of ethnic group: Ba Na (To Lo, Krem, Con Kde, Ala Cong, Krang). Population: 174,456 people (Year 1999). Locality: Kon Tum Province and the western parts of Binh Dinh and Phu Yen Provinces. Customs and habits The Ba Na lives in houses built on stilts. In each village, there is a communal house called rong which stands out due to its height and beauty. According to matrimonial customs, a young man and woman can take the initiative in marriage, and the parents are only involved to...

Brau ethnic group

Sat, 11 Jun 2016 09:25:00 +0200

Name of ethnic group: Brau (Brao). Population: 313 people (Year 1999). Locality: Dak Me Village, Bo Y Commune, Ngoc Hoi District, Kon Tum Province. Customs and habits The Brau have a tradition of tattooing their faces and bodies and filing their teeth. Their houses are built on stilts. Young men and women are free to choose their partners. The wedding ceremony is organized by the bride's family and the groom must live with his wife's family for several years before bringing his wife and...

Bo Y ethnic group

Sat, 11 Jun 2016 09:25:00 +0200

Name of ethnic group: Bo Y (Chung Cha, Trong Gia, Tu Di, Tu Din and Pu Na). Population: 1,864 people (Year 1999). Locality: Lao Cai, Yen Bai, Ha Giang and Tuyen Quang provinces. Customs and habits Ancestor worship is the basis of Bo Y religion. The Bo Y live in houses built on the ground. There is always an extra room in this type of house constructed of wooden boards that rest on the main beams of the house. These rooms serve as the bedroom for unmarried boys and as a granary. The...

Cham ethnic group

Sat, 11 Jun 2016 09:24:00 +0200

Name of ethnic group: Cham (Cham, Chiem Thanh, and Hroi). Population: 132,873 people (Year 1999). Locality: Concentrated populations live in Ninh Thuan and Binh Thuan provinces. The Cham also live in An Giang, Tay Ninh, Dong Nai provinces, and Ho Chi Minh City. Customs and habits The Cham follow Islam and Brahmanism. Brahmanism's doctrines draw about three-fifths of the Cham population in Ninh Thuan and Binh Thuan Provinces. Matriarchy still exists in Cham society as daughters carry the...

Bru - Van Kieu ethnic group

Sat, 11 Jun 2016 09:24:00 +0200

Name of ethnic group: Bru-Van Kieu (Tri, Khua, and Ma-Coong). Population: 55,559 people (Year 1999). Locality: The mountain regions of Quang Binh, Quang Tri, and Thua Thien-Hue provinces. Customs and habits The Bru - Van Kieu live in small houses on stilts. These villages are usually located near rivers or streams and are always arranged along the water current flows. The houses are arranged in circles around a communal house on flat and expansive terrain. Young Bru - Van Kieu men and...

Chu Ru ethnic group

Sat, 11 Jun 2016 09:23:00 +0200

Name of ethnic group: Chu Ru (Cho Ru and Ru). Population: 14,978 people (Year 1999). Locality: Don Duong District in Lam Dong Province and Binh Thuan Province. Customs and habits The Chu Ru worship their ancestors and these rituals are carried out in the cemetery. Each family in the Chu Ru clan consists of three to four matrilineal generations, and monogamy is observed in Chu Ru society. Young women choose their husbands and initiate the process of marriage. The husband then lives with...

Cho Ro ethnic group

Sat, 11 Jun 2016 09:23:00 +0200

Name of ethnic group: Cho Ro (Do Ro, Chau Ro). Population: 22,567 people (Year 1999). Locality: Dong Nai, Binh Thuan, Binh Phuoc and Binh Duong provinces. Customs and habits The Cho Ro lives in houses built on stilts and on the ground. Both patriarchal and matriarchal customs have significance in the family life of the Cho Ro. The Cho Ro believes that all things have souls and spirits. These spirits have an invisible control over humans which forces them to become involved in worshipping...

Co ethnic group

Sat, 11 Jun 2016 09:22:00 +0200

Name of ethnic group: Co (Cor, Col, Cua and Trau). Population: 27,766 people (Year 1999). Locality: Bac Tra My and Nam Tra My districts of Quang Nam Province; Tra Bong District of Quang Ngai Province. Customs and habits The Co believes that all things have souls, and they worship the souls of rice grains. In former days, the Co lived in long houses built on stilts. Recently, the Co has built shorter houses that are level with the ground. The village chief is chosen on the basis of...

Chut ethnic group

Sat, 11 Jun 2016 09:22:00 +0200

Name of ethnic group: Chut (Ruc, Sach, Arem, May, Ma Lieng, Tu Vang, Pa Leng, Xe Lang, To Hung, Cha Cu, Tac Cuc, Ymo, and Xa La Vang). Population: 3,829 people (Year 1999). Locality: Minh Hoa and Tuyen Hoa districts of Quang Binh Province. Customs and habits Though most Chut live a sedentary life, their villages are quite separated and their houses are temporary. Each lineage has its leader and an altar to worship their common ancestors. Among the leaders of the lineages, those who can...

Cong ethnic group

Sat, 11 Jun 2016 09:21:00 +0200

Name of ethnic group: Cong (Xam Khong, Mang Nhe, and Xa Xeng). Population: 1,676 people (Year 1999). Locality: Muong Te District in Lai Chau province and along the Da River. Customs and habits The Cong live in houses built on stilts. Each Cong lineage has a leader, its own social taboos, and its own manner of worshipping their ancestors at the altar. According to customs, young men and women can each take initiative in marriage. People of direct relations can only get married to their...

Country's official name

Sat, 11 Jun 2016 08:40:00 +0200

At the beginning of the Bronze Age, the Viet tribe groups had settled down in the North and in the north of Central Viet Nam. There were about 15 groups of Lac Viet tribesmen living mainly in the northern highland and delta and a dozen Au Viet groups of tribesmen living in Viet Bac, the northern region of old Viet Nam. ♦ Van Lang (2876 BC – 258 BC) At that time, the two ethnic tribes of the Lac Viet and Au Viet lived together in many areas with other inhabitants. Due to the...

Foundation of the Nation

Sat, 11 Jun 2016 08:39:00 +0200

Metal Age (about 4,000 years ago): Vietnam existed three major cultural centers: Phung Nguyen - Dong Son (The North), Long Thanh - Sa Huynh (The Centre) and Cau Sat, Doc Chua - Dong Nai (The South) from Bronze Age to Iron Age. These three major cultural centers had close and long mutual relationship, contributed to specific traditional culture of Viet Nam. It's unity in abundance. ♦ Van Lang Nation During the Dong Son period, only one state had...

Prehistoric Era

Sat, 11 Jun 2016 08:39:00 +0200

Prehistoric Era of Viet Nam include: Pre-Paleolithic Age and Neolithic Age. ♦ Pre-Paleolithic Age Human civilization started in Viet Nam a very long time ago. In fact, archaeologists have found vestiges of Homo Erectus in the caves of Lang Son and Nghe An Provinces. During the Pre-Paleolithic Age, also known as the Son Vi Era (between 10,000 to 30,000 years ago), the population of Viet Nam was rather large and...

Ngo Dynasty (939 - 965)

Sat, 11 Jun 2016 08:38:00 +0200

Ngo King (939-944) Later Ngo King (950-965) Ngo Quyen Temple In 931, a patriot, Duong Dinh Nghe, took up the fight and made himself governor. After Duong Dinh Nghe died, murdered by one of his aides, the fight was led by Ngo Quyen, who in 938 clashed with a Southern Han expeditionary corps approaching by sea. The Southern Han fleet entered Vietnam via the Bach Dang estuary (mouth of the river which flows into Ha Long Bay) where iron-tipped stakes...

Chinese domination period (1st century, BC - 10th century, AD)

Sat, 11 Jun 2016 08:38:00 +0200

In the 3rd century BC, the Han people who lived in the Yellow River basin unified China, merging the various ethnic groups who lived in southern China to the south of the Yangtze River into a centralized empire. This feudal empire soon spread southwards. In 111 B.C. the Han dynasty sent an expeditionary corps to conquer thekingdom of Nam Viet established by Chao To, who had brought thekingdom of Au Lac and several territories in...

Pre-Le Dynasty (980-1009)

Sat, 11 Jun 2016 08:37:00 +0200

Le Dai Hanh (980-1005) Dynastic title: Thien Phuc (980-988); Hung Thong (989-993); Ung Thien (994-1005) Le Trung Tong (1005) Le Long Dinh (1005-1009) To deal with the danger of Sung troops, the Court and army appointed a talented general, Le Hoan. The latter defeated the Sung army on both land and water, thus saving the country (981). The next year, and expedition led by Le Hoan invaded the Kingdom of Champa and conquered its capital Indrapura (now...

Dinh Dynasty (968-980)

Sat, 11 Jun 2016 08:37:00 +0200

Dinh Tien Hoang (968-979) Dynastic title: Thai Binh (970-979) Starting from Hoa Lu in present-day Ninh Binh, Dinh Bo Linh defeated all 12 warlords, one after another, and unified the country in 967. The next year he made himself king, named the country Dai Co Viet, established his capital at Hoa Lu, reorganized the army and administration, and appointed renowned Buddhist monks as advisers. The murder of Dinh Bo Linh in 979 brought a six-year-old child to the throne. Meanwhile the Sung...

Ly Dynasty (1010-1225)

Sat, 11 Jun 2016 08:36:00 +0200

Kings of Ly Dynasty: - Ly Thai To (1010-1028) - Ly Thai Tong (1028-1054) - Ly Thanh Tong (1054-1072) - Ly Nhan Tong 1072-1127) - Ly Than Tong (1128-1138) - Ly Anh Tong (1138-1175) - Ly Cao Tong (1176-1210) - Ly Hue Tong (1211-10/1224) - Ly Chieu Hoang (1225) After a long period of subjugation by the Chinese feudal empire, a period marked by numerous insurrections, the Vietnamese people finally won back their independence in the 10th century. Following the recovery of that...

Tran Dynasty (1225-1400)

Sat, 11 Jun 2016 08:35:00 +0200

Kings of Tran Dynasty: - Tran Thai Tong (1225-1258) - Tran Thanh Tong (1258-1272) - Tran Nhan Tong (1279-1293) - Tran Anh Tong (1293-1314) - Tran Minh Tong (1314-1329) - Tran Hien Tong (1329-1341) - Tran Du Tong (1341-1369) - Tran Nghe Tong (1370-1372) - Tran Due Tong (1372-1377) - Tran Phe De (1377-1388) - Tran Thuan Tong (1388-1398) - Tran Thieu De (1398-1400) The Tran, who succeeded the Ly in 1225, continued this work of unification and nation-building until the end of the 14th...

Later Tran Dynasty (1407-1413)

Sat, 11 Jun 2016 08:33:00 +0200

The oppressive occupation soon triggered fierce resistance. As early as the end of 1407, many uprisings began to occur. A descendant of the Tran Dynasty proclaimed himself king in 1407, taking the name Gian Dinh and setting up his headquarters in Nghe An Province. In late 1408, his army marched on the capital, attracting enthusiastic crowds of supporters along the way. Gian Dinh defeated the Ming forces at Bo Co in Nam Dinh Province, but the resistance was weakened...

Air New Zealand touches down in Vietnam

Sat, 11 Jun 2016 07:53:00 +0200

Air New Zealand officially opened the first direct air link between New Zealand and Vietnam on June 5 Air New Zealand’s inaugural flight between Auckland and Ho Chi Minh City touched down at Tan Son Nhat international airport Flight NZ269 departed Auckland international airport at 12:45pm last Saturday and arrived into Ho Chi Minh City’s Tan Son Nhat international airport at 8:00pm on Saturday local time (1am Sunday NZ time). Key representatives...

Vietnamese Architecture

Fri, 10 Jun 2016 21:45:00 +0200

Vietnamese architecture arises from the Kings Hung dynasty. Before the 10th century, villages and hamlets appeared in this period according to several tales of Linh Nam. The ancient Vietnamese used wood to build houses to protect themselves from tigers and wolves. Two kinds of houses were depicted on the bronze drums; one in the shape of a boat and the other in a shape similar to a turtle shell. Due to dense lakes, swamps, rivers, and highly humid tropical climate, the most appropriate...

Traditional Pottery and Ceramics

Fri, 10 Jun 2016 21:44:00 +0200

Pottery has taken form early in Viet Nam. According to ancient document, pottery appears in Viet Nam ten thousand years ago. Following information is general outline of pottery and ceramics appearance through historic development. Prehistoric Age In prehistoric times, ceramic products were understandably coarse as most were mixed by women from sand and other materials. Most of the designs on the surface of the ceramics were created with sticks while the products were still wet. All of...

Viet Nam Handicrafts

Fri, 10 Jun 2016 21:43:00 +0200

Viet Nam is a country rich in handicraft products, thanks to the hard-working, dexterous, and creative qualities of the Vietnamese people. For a very long time, handicraft products have been a source of cultural pride and a source of income for the people. As the varieties of handicraft products are too numerous to be fully introduced, only a few typical items and their sources are mentioned here. Woven tapestries and brocade handbags are unique works from the...

traditional culture

Fri, 10 Jun 2016 21:42:00 +0200

Viet Nam has 54 ethnic groups, each of which has its own traditional culture. The diversity of the ethnic groups is apparent in the many traditional and cultural Vietnamese treasures. These treasures include the various works of art found throughout the country, including sculpture, ceramic, painting, and casting, made from materials such as clay, stone, bronze, steel, wood, and paper. Preserved vestiges testify that the Vietnamese people have a long history of traditional fine arts. For...

Spring Flower Market and Festival

Fri, 10 Jun 2016 21:37:00 +0200

Tet of Vietnamese

Fri, 10 Jun 2016 21:37:00 +0200

Vietnamese have many festivals in year, of which Lunar New Year Festival (Tet Nguyen dan) is the biggest festival, besides numerous other unique festivals. Lunar New Year Festival (Tet Nguyen dan) Tet Nguyen dan is the biggest and most sacred festival. Tet falls on a time when the old year is over and the New Year comes by lunar calendar (from the eve of the last lunar month to the 3rd day of the first lunar month). This is also the time when the cycle of the universe...

Worship of Ancestor Custom

Fri, 10 Jun 2016 21:35:00 +0200

A very popular belief among Vietnamese is the custom of the ancestor cult. In every household, an ancestor altar is installed in the most solemn location. Vietnamese believe that the soul of a dead person, even if dead for many generations, still rests along with their descendants on earth. The dead and living persons still have spiritual communion; in everyday life, people must not forget that what they enjoy and how they feel is the same for their dead relatives. On the last day of...

Worship of Hung Kings

Fri, 10 Jun 2016 21:35:00 +0200

The worship of Hung Kings originates from Hung Kings dynasty and had strongly developed for a long time before officially honored in Post Le Dynasty (1428 – 1788). The later dynasties and Vietnamese Government always pay attention and encourage people to maintain the worship of Hung Kings. Every year, on the 10th day of the third lunar month, Hung Kings Ancestral Anniversary day is held at Hung Kings temples nationwide, of which biggest one takes place in Hung Kings Temple Relic Site...

Wedding Ceremony

Fri, 10 Jun 2016 21:33:00 +0200

Getting married is an important event in a Vietnamese’s life. The procedure of the ancient wedding ceremony was very complicated. Current wedding ceremony procedures include the following steps: the search for a husband or wife, the proposal, the registration, and finally the wedding. Depending on habits of specific ethnic groups, marriage includes various steps and related procedures, but generally there are two main ceremonies: Le an hoi (betrothal ceremony): Some time before...

Spinning Tops (con quay)

Fri, 10 Jun 2016 21:31:00 +0200

In summertime, groups of children often play with tops along Ha Noi’s streets and alleys. Their enthusiasm and happy laughter attract an audience, old and young, and remind older viewers of their younger days. The folk pastime of top spinning still charms city children despite the popularity of modern games such as bowling, skateboarding, billiards and video games. In the countryside, most children make their own tops out of guava, jackfruit, or longan wood. Sometimes they fashion tops...

Kites that make music (dieu sao)

Fri, 10 Jun 2016 21:30:00 +0200

Kite flying is popular throughout the year in Viet Nam but especially so in summer. People of different ages make kites of many shapes, sizes and materials. Children's kites are often small, simple and covered with paper, while adults' kites may be more complex, cloth-covered, and feature one or more wind flutes that play melodies as the kites fly. A typical adult's kite has four parts: the body, the steering string, the flying string and flutes. The frame is made of the smooth outer...

Bamboo Jacks (choi chuyen)

Fri, 10 Jun 2016 21:30:00 +0200

This girls' game (chơi chuyen) includes ten thin, well-sharpened, round bamboo sticks and a ball, which traditionally is a fig, a miniature variety of eggplant, a small rock or a clod of clay. These days, tennis balls are becoming more popular as a substitute. The player tosses the ball into the air. While the ball is in the air, she must quickly pick up the sticks and then catch the ball. Players often recite a singsong nonsense rhyme: "Cai mot... Cai mai... Cai co… So mang......

The game of squares (O an quan)

Fri, 10 Jun 2016 21:29:00 +0200

Either boys or girls, usually age's seven to ten, play the two-person game of O an quan (literally "Mandarin's Box"). They draw a rectangle on the ground and divide it into ten small squares called "rice fields" or "fish ponds. "They also draw two additional semi-circular boxes at the two ends of the rectangle, which are called"mandarin's boxes," hence the game's name. Each person has 25 small pebbles and a bigger stone. Each player places the stone in one of the mandarin's boxes and...

The Game of the Dragon-Snake (rong ran)

Fri, 10 Jun 2016 21:28:00 +0200

A large group plays the children's game rong ran (dragon-snake). In One person sits on a small hill or some location above the other players; he or she acts as the doctor. The other children stand in a line, holding each other's belts to form the body of the dragon-snake. The dragon-snake approaches the doctor. The following dialogue occurs between the doctor and the head of the line: - Where are you going, dragon-snake? - I’m searching for medicine for my son. - How old...

Cat and Mouse Game (meo duoi chuot)

Fri, 10 Jun 2016 21:28:00 +0200

Each game requires between seven and ten people. They stand in a circle, hold hands and raise their hands above their heads. Then they start singing the song. Please come over here Hand in hand Stand in a large circle The mouse will run through the hole The cat will run after it The mouse tries to run as fast as possible But it can't escape Then the mouse will act as the cat and chase the cat, which is now the...

Throwing a sacred ball through the ring (nem con)

Fri, 10 Jun 2016 21:27:00 +0200

Each ethnic group in Viet Nam has unique ways of celebrating Tet. The Tay people of Cao Bang and Lang Son Provinces have a special Tet game that not only ushers in the spring but also serves as a matchmaker. According to Tay legend, Pia, an orphan, war poor and lonely. Discouraged with life, he went to the forest and gathered pieces of fruit to throw around. One time, he threw a fruit so hard it flew straight to heaven, where a fairy caught it. The fairy flew down to the earth to play...

Nha nhac, Vietnamese Court Music

Fri, 10 Jun 2016 21:25:00 +0200

On November 7, 2003, UNESCO bestowed world heritage status on 28 relics of nations as masterpieces of oral and intangible heritage of humanity. Among the 11 masterpieces of Asia, nha nhac (royal music) represents the first intangible legacy of Viet Nam to have been put on this list. The UNESCO Council appraised Vietnamese royal music in the following terms: “Vietnamese royal music represents an elegant and refined music. It deals with the music performed in the imperial courts and on...

Ca Tru

Fri, 10 Jun 2016 21:24:00 +0200

Young people now enjoy new music that comes to them from the radio, television, audio and video tapes, as well as compact discs. So, do they still show any attachment to the old folk tunes so loved by their elders, such as the melodies of ca tru? Ca tru is a musical genre that calls for expertise as well as sensibility on the part of the listeners. In return, it provides the most refined enjoyment. Fortunately, ca tru is now being restored and is more liked by the younger...

Quan Ho

Fri, 10 Jun 2016 21:20:00 +0200

The birth place of quan ho folk songs is Bac Ninh Province. During village festivals, which are held every year, particularly in spring, young men and women gather in the yard of a communal house or pagoda, on a hill or in a rowing boat, and sing quan ho. This is a style of singing where songs alternate from group to group. Quan ho singing is a folk art of a highly collective nature. Those who sing are not entertainers, but all are part of the performance, and anyone is welcome to...

Cheo or Vietnamese Popular Theatre

Fri, 10 Jun 2016 21:19:00 +0200

Cheo is a form of stage performance that originated in the northern countryside. The word cheo means “lyrics of folk ballads, proverbs”. Traditionally, cheo was composed orally by anonymous authors. Today's playwrights compose cheo along traditional lines. The characters in the plays sing time-tested popular melodies with words suited to modern circumstances. Human rights and the battle of good against evil are common themes. The joyfulness and optimism...

Water Puppets

Fri, 10 Jun 2016 21:19:00 +0200

Vietnamese water puppetry has a long history. An inscription on a stone stele in Doi Pagoda, Duy Tien District, Nam Ha Province, relates a water puppet show staged in the year 1121 to mark a birthday of King Ly Nhan Tong in 4036 words. Puppets are made of wood and coated with waterproof paint. Each puppet is handmade, has its own posture and expresses a certain character. The most outstanding puppet is known as chu teu which has a round face and a humorous and optimistic smile....

Cai Luong

Fri, 10 Jun 2016 21:18:00 +0200

Cai luong is a kind of folk music that developed in the early 20th century. It was first played by amateurs in the south. Thanks to their soft voices, southerners sing cai luong very romantically. The performance includes dances, songs, and music; the music originally drew its influences from southern folk music. Since then, the music of cai luong has been enriched with hundreds of new tunes. A cai luongorchestra consists mainly of guitars with concave frets and...

Classical Opera or Tuong

Fri, 10 Jun 2016 21:17:00 +0200

Tuong, also called hat boi in the south, is a stage performance that came about during the Ly-Tran dynasties and that became very popular nationwide during the following centuries. During the Nguyen dynasty, 19th century, tuong occupied a good position in the cultural lives of the royals. In tuong, space and time are captured by songs, dancing, and simple music. In the past, tuong did not require any elaborate stage accessories; now, however backdrops and make-up...

Then Song

Fri, 10 Jun 2016 21:16:00 +0200

The then song is the religious music of the Tay, Nung minorities. This type of song can be considered a religious performance of Long Poems which depict a journey to the heavens to ask the Jade Emperor to settle trouble for the head of the household. Long Poems consist of several chapters with different contents and lengths. The longest poem ever collected was 4,949 sentences with 35 chapters. Thethen song is a general performance of music, singing, dancing, and making gestures in...

Hat Van

Fri, 10 Jun 2016 21:16:00 +0200

Hat van or hat chau van, a traditional folk art which combines singing and dancing, is a religious form of art used for extolling the merits of beneficent deities or deified national heroes. Its music and poetry are mingled with a variety of rhythms, pauses, tempos, stresses and pitches. Hat van, in essence, is a cantillation where the tunes and rhythm depend on the contents of the sung text. The tunes and rhythms may be linked together into a suite, used in relation to a mythical...

Ly Folk Song or Ly Nam Bo

Fri, 10 Jun 2016 21:15:00 +0200

The ly song is one of the special folk songs of the Vietnamese people. It is sung in the northern, central and southern regions of Viet Nam. These folk songs, however, are much more developed in the South. The various ly songs of the South contain different subject matters, as well as unique musical characteristics. The ly songs of the South depict the activities of production, emotions, and the thoughts of the people in their daily lives. Animals, plants, flowers,...

Releasing pigeons (tha chim)

Fri, 10 Jun 2016 21:13:00 +0200

A long with other traditional festival games, releasing pigeons has attracted numerous participants since the distant past. Some villages including Tam Giang and Hoan Son villages in Bac Ninh Province still maintain the tradition. Every year, Hoan Son and Tam Giang villagers organise bird-releasing festivals in the early summer and mid autumn during the third and the eighth lunar months. Each family raises two or three flocks of pigeons. Judges stipulate that each flock in the spring...

Battle of the Chickens (choi ga)

Fri, 10 Jun 2016 21:12:00 +0200

Cock fighting, a long-standing form of popular entertainment, is organised during traditional festivals throughout Viet Nam. Raising roosters for cockfighting requires heavy investments in time and labour. Professional trainers choose young chickens carefully, individually preparing their food and drink, bathing them, separating them from hens, and training them in fighting positions. A fighting cock must be so acquainted with its owner that it will allow only the owner to hold him....

Human Chess

Fri, 10 Jun 2016 21:12:00 +0200

“Human chess” (co nguoi) is a popular game at village and temple festival. The game follows the general rules of Chinese chess. The concept is recognizably similar to Western chess, but with a different-sized board and different pieces, including cannons and guards, each of them marked with a distinct Chinese character. In human chess, however, the pieces are all people: 32 people in all. One side consists of 16 boys and the other of 16 girls. Each team wears a different colour. The...

Lithophone or Dan Da

Fri, 10 Jun 2016 21:07:00 +0200

The lithophone is a set of stone slabs of different sizes and shapes fabricated through an elementary technique. These stones are available in the mountainous areas south of Central Viet Nam and east of South Viet Nam. Examination of the stone slabs found at Binh Da archaeological site in Dong Nai Province has revealed that this instrument may have existed for over 3,000 years. At the end of the 1980s, 200 lithophone stone slabs had been discovered in Dak Lak, Khanh Hoa, Dong Nai, Ninh...

Gongs or Cong-Chieng

Fri, 10 Jun 2016 21:07:00 +0200

Gongs are musical instruments made of alloy bronze, sometimes with gold, silver, or black bronze added to their composition. In the Kinh language, the word cong identifies convex gongs and the word chieng refers to the flat ones. Gongs vary in size from 20 to 120cm in diameter. Gongs may be played one at a time or in groups of 2 to 20 units. The Muong, as well as other ethnic groups in the Truong Son-Tay Nguyen regions, use gongs not only to beat the rhythm but also to play polyphonic music....

T'rung

Fri, 10 Jun 2016 21:06:00 +0200

T'rung is one of the popular musical instruments closely associated with the spiritual life of the Ba Na, Xo Dang, Gia Rai, E De and other ethnic minority people in the Central Highlands of Viet Nam. It is made of very short bamboo tubes differing in size, with a notch at one end and a beveled edge at the other. The long big tubes give off low-pitched tones while the short small ones produce high-pitched tones. The tubes are arranged lengthwise horizontally and attached together by...

Tranh zither

Fri, 10 Jun 2016 21:05:00 +0200

The tranh zither is also called the thap luc cam or sixteen-stringed zither. The tranh zither appeared in Viet Nam in the time of the Tran dynasty (12th-13th centuries). It has a rectangular sounding box, about 110cm long that tapers about 13cm toward an end, with a warped sound board made of unvarnished light wood. The sides are made of hard wood decorated with various designs, either lacquered or inlaid with mother-of-pearl. The bottom is made of light wood with sound holes. The...

36 string zither

Fri, 10 Jun 2016 21:05:00 +0200

The 36-string zither is a percussion instrument. It has the shape of an isosceles trapezoid, with a slightly convex sound board made of light, porous, unvarnished wood. The bridges and sides are made of hardwood. The bottom is flat. There are two staggered lines of 18 bridges on the sound board. The bridges on the left have hooks to which the strings are attached; those on the right have pegs for tuning. The strings are of metal. Those on the left, numbering 18, are tuned as follows: C,...

Dan Nhi

Fri, 10 Jun 2016 21:00:00 +0200

Dan nhi is a simple instrument that can achieve miracles. A folksong of the north, a lullaby of the centre, or a cai luong aria of the south will lose much of its charm if not accompanied by the dan nhi, a traditional instrument capable of a great variety of expression. The dan nhi is a bow instrument with two strings, commonly used among the Viet ethnic group and several national minorities: Muong, Tay, Thai, Gie Trieng, Khmer. The dan nhi comprises a...

Moon-Shaped Lute or Dan Nguyet

Fri, 10 Jun 2016 21:00:00 +0200

According to ancient carvings, the moon-shaped lute appeared in Viet Nam in the 11th century. Intended to be played by men, the lute has maintained a very important position in the musical traditions of the Kinh. Therefore, this instrument is widely used in their folk, court, and academic music. The dan nguyet is distinguished by its pure and loud sound, as well as by its great capacity to express different emotions. Thus, it is heard at solemn and animated ritual concerts,...

Dan Day

Fri, 10 Jun 2016 20:59:00 +0200

In the past, the dan day was an accompanying instrument used only for one genre of songs, which later divided in two variants known today as hat cua dinh and hat a dao. The dan day, exclusively played by men, most probably came into being in the 15th century when musical genres were forming. This bass instrument has high frets and a very long neck. Thanks to the unusual technique called ngon chun (slacking the string with the fingers), players may lower the tones. The low...

K'ni

Fri, 10 Jun 2016 20:59:00 +0200

This term, popular among the Ba Na and the E De, is used to name the single-stringed fiddle played by some ethnic groups in the Truong Son-Tay Nguyen region (Ba Na, Gia Rai, E De, Xo Dang, Pako, and Hre, etc.). The main part of the instrument consists of a 50 to 70cm long bamboo tube or round wooden section. Frets are fixed on the main part and the string is hung along its length. The bow is made of a small thin bamboo bar; the player rubs the outside of the bow on the string to produce...

Dan Bau

Fri, 10 Jun 2016 20:58:00 +0200

Dan bau is a musical instrument that touches the heart. The music of dan bau (one-stringed zither) should be solely for the pleasure of its player. Don't listen to it if you are a young woman. This warning, probably coming from vigilant parents wishing to protect their daughters from the emotional appeal of love songs played on this instrument; this gives an idea of the power and charm...

Tet Food

Fri, 10 Jun 2016 20:35:00 +0200

Banh Chung and banh Tet (Boiled rice and pork cakes) Boiled rice and pork cakes are usually cooked 2-3 days before Tet. Both can be kept for about two weeks in cool temperature. However, after this time they become hard and must be re-boiled. Soak some green beans overnight in water to soften. Drain, rub and clean to remove the skin, and leave to dry. Next, cook the beans in a steamer and grind. Form into balls the size of tennis balls. Soak some glutinous rice overnight. Clean and rinse. Mix...

Special food in Viet Nam

Fri, 10 Jun 2016 20:29:00 +0200

Nem ran (Spring roll) Nem ran (called cha gio in the south) is a much-appreciated speciality, although it is very easy to prepare. Since long ago, nem ran has been a familiar dish on the menu at all households during the New Year’s festivities, at family parties, and at receptions. The stuffing of the nem ran is comprised of mince pork, sea crabs, eggs, minced Jew's ears,...

Special food in the North

Fri, 10 Jun 2016 20:28:00 +0200

Pho (Rice noodle soup) Pho, a typical dish of Ha Noi people, has been existing for a long-time. Pho is prepared not only in a sophisticated manner but also in the technique which is required to have sweet but pure bouillon, soft but not crashed noodle, soft and sweet-smelling meat. Only in cold days, having a hot and sweet-smelling bowl of Pho to enjoy, would make you experience the complete flavor of the special dish of Ha...

Special food in the Centre

Fri, 10 Jun 2016 20:27:00 +0200

Banh beo xu Hue (Hue bloating fren-shaped cake) Banh beo is a specialty and indispensable in Hue City. Banh beo is delicious with its core stuffed with small shrimps and sauce made from a mixture of fish sauce, sugar, garlic, chilly and fresh small shrimps, watery grease. Therefore, it offers customers with sweet, buttery and smelling flavors. Without delicious sauce, the cake would become worthless. When serving, it is required to use a tool called...

Special food in the South

Fri, 10 Jun 2016 20:24:00 +0200

Xoi chien phong (Bloating fried sticky rice) A round plate of Xoi chien phong, placed next to a plate of buttery roasted chicken, is always attractive to anyone. A lump of sticky rice will become a plate of Xoi chien phong as big as a grape-fruit by talent chefs. In the past, Xoi chien phong was offered only in the Binh Duong Restaurant, Dong Nai Province. At present, you can taste the dish in star classified hotels in Ho Chi Minh City. Lau mam...

Flowers

Fri, 10 Jun 2016 20:21:00 +0200

Chrysanthemum (Hoa Cuc)

Fri, 10 Jun 2016 20:20:00 +0200

The chrysanthemum is a type of beautiful flower with a mild and secretive scent. Its petals do not fall like those of roses or other flowers, which is why chrysanthemums are often placed on altars. They can be displayed in various ways, such as in a vase, a pot, a bowl, or planted in jars to decorate the house, or be placed on the balcony or on the veranda. Chrysanthemums are classified into two classes, single or double flowers. All the varieties have very refined and soft colours;...

Tuberose (Hoa Hue)

Fri, 10 Jun 2016 20:20:00 +0200

uberoses belong to the daffodil species. They are short and grow thin flowers. Tuberose plants absorb a lot of sunlight, but can still grow in the winter when most other species become scarce. Their blossoms are pure white and emanate a sweet fragrance at night. They are often used in religious ceremonies. Source: http://vietnamtourism.com/

Peach Flower (Hoa Dao)

Fri, 10 Jun 2016 20:18:00 +0200

The peach flower plant grows only in North Viet Nam. It is the special flower of the Vietnamese New Year because of its red colour, which is believed to bring many favourable opportunities throughout the year. There are four varieties of peach flowers. The dao bich has a deep rosy colour and the plant bears many flowers; it is usually planted in jars or pots for entertaining during the New Year. The dao phai (pale peach flower) flower is a pale rosy colour and the plant bears...

Orchid (Hoa Lan)

Fri, 10 Jun 2016 20:18:00 +0200

Orchid is sovereign flowers that are enchantingly beautiful. Orchids usually grow on the trunks of very high, big trees, located on cliffs where it is humid and where sunlight is abundant. There are two groups of orchids, including aerial orchids (phong lan) and terrestrial orchids (dia lan). Aerial orchids usually have their roots anchored in high, big trees and their branches hang down from the tree trunks. They have very thin petals, but their colours are time enduring. Their scent is...

Lotus (Hoa Sen)

Fri, 10 Jun 2016 20:17:00 +0200

Lotus is a soft plant living mainly in water. This pink or white flower belongs to a species of plant called hollyhock. Another species of lotus with a very small trunk, leaves, and flowers is named little lotus. It can be planted in a vase of water or in an ornamental pond. Lotus flowers have been growing for millions of years. In Viet Nam, the lotus is classified as one the four gentlemanly flowers along with pine, bamboo, and chrysanthemum. The lotus is also classified as one in the...

Yellow Apricot Flower (Hoa Mai)

Fri, 10 Jun 2016 20:17:00 +0200

f the peach flower is the symbol of Tet in the north, then the yellow apricot flower is its counterpart in the South. The yellow apricot flower belongs to the family of hoang mai (meaning “yellow apricot” in Chinese), which is a forest plant. The trunk and sprigs of the yellow apricot flower are suppler than those of the peach plant. The flowers grow in bunches and have stalks that hang loosely near the branches at the side of the leaves. The flowers are yellow and their scent is...

Water Lily (Hoa Sung)

Fri, 10 Jun 2016 20:16:00 +0200

Water lilies, which often grow wild in ponds and lakes, are classified into two species: lotus water lilies, planted in lakes around pagodas and imperial palaces; and wild water lilies, found in ponds, with a white or violet flower. In the south, the stem of lotus water lily is used in meals.

Vietnamese Fruits

Fri, 10 Jun 2016 20:10:00 +0200

Rambutan (chom chom)

Fri, 10 Jun 2016 20:09:00 +0200

A rambutan tree has broad foliage and many branches. In the southern provinces, the tree yields fruit at the beginning of the rainy season. The rambutan season lasts until the end of the rainy season (from May to October). The skin of this fruit is tough, thick and hairy. Its meat is transparent white and tender, and has a cool sweet taste in the mouth. The most reputed rambutan fruit nation-wide is grown in Binh Hoa Phuoc Village (Long Ho District, Vinh Long Province), some 50km...

Vietnam’s milk coffee, the drink the U.S. President wants to try

Fri, 10 Jun 2016 10:33:00 +0200

US President Barack Obama expressed his wish to try Vietnam's iced milk coffee in his visit to Vietnam. This is a drink praised by many international travel magazines and tourists. Speaking at a press conference in Hanoi on May 23, President Obama said he might enjoy iced milk coffee. He would also bring his wife and children to Vietnam for travel after...

Ho Chi Minh City

Thu, 09 Jun 2016 09:10:00 +0200

Ho Chi Minh City (HCMC) is Vietnam at its most dizzying: a high-octane city of commerce and culture that has driven the country forward with its pulsating energy. A chaotic whirl, the city breathes life and vitality into all who settle here, and visitors cannot help but be hauled along for the ride. From the finest of hotels to the cheapest of guesthouses, the classiest of restaurants to the tastiest of street stalls, the choicest of boutiques to the scrum of the markets, HCMC is a city of...

Bai Vong Ferry Terminal

Thu, 09 Jun 2016 09:01:00 +0200

Ferries to Rach Gia and Ha Tien.

Vietnam Airlines

Thu, 09 Jun 2016 08:56:00 +0200

Address: 122 Ð Nguyen Trung Truc Telephone: +84 77 77 399 6677 www.vietnamairlines.com Address: 122 Ð Nguyen Trung Truc Telephone: +84 77 77 399 6677 www.vietnamairlines.com

Superdong (Ha Tien)

Thu, 09 Jun 2016 08:53:00 +0200

Fast ferry from Ha Tien departs at 7.30am, 8am and 1.15pm (1½ hours), returning from Phu Quoc at 8.30am, 9.45am, and 1pm. Fast ferry from Ha Tien departs at 7.30am, 8am and 1.15pm (1½ hours), returning from Phu Quoc at 8.30am, 9.45am, and 1pm. Fast ferry from Ha Tien departs at 7.30am, 8am and 1.15pm (1½ hours), returning from Phu Quoc at 8.30am, 9.45am, and 1pm. Telephone: +84 77 395 5933 www.superdong.com.vn

Duong Dong Express

Thu, 09 Jun 2016 08:50:00 +0200

A hydrofoil company, this has office by the dock in Rach Gia and in Duong Dong. Most travel agents can book your passage for the same fare. Location: Phu Quoc Island , Vietnam Tel: +84 77 399 0747 Location: Phu Quoc Island , Vietnam Tel: +84 77 399 0747

Suoi Da Ban

Wed, 08 Jun 2016 21:52:00 +0200

Why Da Ban Stream is special ? Da Ban Stream is an eco-tourist destination for those who love to explore the natural beauty, this is a completely tourist attraction difference in Phu Quoc island. The stream originates from Ham Ninh, the highest and longest mountain among the 99 peaks on Phu Quoc. From a distance, tourists can hear the water cascading but the closer they come, the stronger they hear the sounds This is a pleasant place for a swim,...

Rainbow Divers

Wed, 08 Jun 2016 21:46:00 +0200

This reputable PADI outfit was the first to set up shop on the island and offers a wide range of diving and snorkelling trips. As well as the walk-in office, it's well represented at resorts on Long Beach. Some of the equipment is worn and could use replacing. +84 (0) 913 400 964 pq@divevietnam.com Opening hours:9am-6pm Marlee Jeremy www.divevietnam.com/offer-item/phu-quoc/ +84 (0) 913 400 964 pq@divevietnam.com Marlee Jeremy

Flipper Diving Club

Wed, 08 Jun 2016 21:38:00 +0200

Flipper Diving Club will be delighted to take you on your next scuba diving adventure in Phu Quoc island, in the south of Vietnam. We will cater for your scuba needs and desires, whether you are interested in just an intro dive, full diving course or just fun diving. 60 Tran Hung Dao, Duong Dong, Phu Quoc, Kien Giang– Vietnam Fixed line:+84 (0) 773-994-924 Mobile:+84 (0) 939-402-872 www.flipperdiving.com/Vietnam/ Flipper Diving Club will be delighted to take you on your...

Art exhibits open in HCM City

Wed, 08 Jun 2016 21:11:00 +0200

Art exhibits open in HCM City Artist at work: Florian Nguyễn studies his paintings at the Institute of Cultural Exchange with France. Photos from Florian Nguyễn facebook Local and foreign artists are displaying paintings and photos at four exhibitions that recently opened in downtown HCM City. The city’s Fine Arts Association, in cooperation with the HCM City Fine Arts Museum, is holding the exhibition titled Sắc Màu Nhân...

Dozens of foreign tourists clean garbage on Mui Ne beach

Wed, 08 Jun 2016 08:12:00 +0200

The call to clean up the beach by a Russian tourist was responded to by tens of foreign tourists, local people, and the staff of a nearby resort. After posting photos of a beach in Mui Ne (Phan Thiet) flooded with rubbish on her Facebook, a Russian tourist named Oksana Pavlova also urged people to join her to clean up the beach. Many foreign travelers immediately responded...

HCM City offers free Wi-Fi to all tourists

Mon, 06 Jun 2016 09:48:00 +0200

Visitors to Ho Chi Minh City have long complained of the difficulty in finding free Wi-Fi hotspots, a situation the Municipal People’s Committee plans to rectify in the very near future. Nguyen Hue pedestrian street Tran Vinh Tuyen, vice chairman of the Committee, announced on May 31 that he is currently working with an undisclosed company from Singapore in a push to provide visitors with easier access to the Internet. “I can’t disclose all of the details at this...

Top destinations in Binh Dinh

Sun, 05 Jun 2016 14:43:00 +0200

Visiting Ghenh Rang or Bai Da Trung (Egg Stone beach), passing the longest sea crossing bridge in Vietnam, camping on the beach of Ky Co, and tasting “banh hoi long heo” are among interesting experiences in Binh Dinh province. Ghenh Rang Ghenh Rang is one of the most attractive destinations in Binh Dinh, located 3km south east of Quy Nhon City. It has magnificent natural scenery with mountains, forests, beaches and islands that can’t be seen in such a combination anywhere...

Con Dao in the past and present

Sat, 04 Jun 2016 09:17:00 +0200

These pictures about the past and present Con Dao will give readers an authentic look as well as the history of the famous island in Ba Ria - Vung Tau province. A corner of 914 Pier, which was built in 1873 by prisoners. 914 is the number of prisoners who died during the construction process. Through hundreds of yearsmany places in Con Dao have not changed a...

The world's largest cave in Vietnam

Tue, 31 May 2016 20:47:00 +0200

The spectacular Han Son Doong cave in Vietnam is so gigantic it could fit a 40-storey skyscraper within its walls Tours are limited to 450 visitors each year in a bid to create a sustainable future for its vast caverns and plant-life These stunning snaps were taken by photographer Urs Zihlmann, during a five-day trip to Ke Bang National Park These incredible snaps giving a glimpse inside the world's largest cave will take your breath away. With the eerie green glow...

Hue’s beauty through the lens of backpackers

Tue, 31 May 2016 09:57:00 +0200

VietNamNet Bridge - With golden palaces, majestic tombs and ancient and peaceful beauty, Hue has always been a top tourist destination in Vietnam. The gentle Huong (Perfume) River is one of the top tourist sites in Hue. The river has many names such as Lo Dung, Linh Dinh and Kim Tra. Hue’s beauty is romantic, quiet. Another famous destination not to be missed when you visit Hue is Tam Giang Lagoon, the convergence...

Da Lat:Five places under the falls and above the clouds

Mon, 30 May 2016 09:13:00 +0200

Known as the City of Eternal Spring and the City of Flowers, Da Lat is an ideal place for those looking for a romantic relaxing getaway with its winding streets, picturesque vegetable gardens and crashing waterfalls. The weather in Da Lat is quite stable and cool all year round, serving as a haven for city-dwellers looking to escape the heat and chaos. Despite the large numbers of tourists flocking to Da Lat each year, the city remains a place of tranquility where all your troubles seem to fade...

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Embassies and General Consulates of Viet Nam in Africa

Sat, 28 May 2016 21:39:00 +0200

IN ALGERIA IN ANGOLA Add: No.30, Rue Chénoua, Hydra - Alger Tel: (213-21) 608 843 Fax: (213-21) 693 778 Email: vnemb.dz@mofa.gov.vn Add: Via AL4, Lotes 4-5, Bairro Talatona-Luanda Sul, LUANDA CP 1774 Tel: (244-222) 010 697 Fax: (244-222) 010 696 Email: vnemb.angola@mofa.gov.vn IN EGYPT IN LIBYA Add: 110, Sudan str.Mohandesseen,...

Embassies and General Consulates of Viet Nam in America

Sat, 28 May 2016 21:38:00 +0200

IN ARGENTINA IN BRAZIL Add: Calle 11 de Setiembre 1442, C.P (1426) - Capital Federal Tel: (54-114) 7831 802 Fax: (54-114) 7820 078 Email: vnemb.ar@mofa.gov.vn Add: SHIS, QI 09, Conj10, Casa 1, Lago Sul, CEP: 71.615-070 – Brasil Brasilia/DF Tel: (55-61) 3364 5876 Fax: (55-61) 3364 5836 Email: embavina.br@mofa.gov.vn IN CANADA IN...

Consulates of Viet Nam in Europe

Sat, 28 May 2016 21:37:00 +0200

IN AUSTRIA IN BELARUS Add: Felix-Mottl - Strabe A - 1190 Vienna Tel: (43-1) 3680 755 Fax: (43-1) 3680 754 Email: vnemb.at@mofa.gov.vn Add: 220040 Minsk, Mozajskovo St, house No 3 Tel/Fax: (37-51) 7237 4879 Email: dsqvn.belarus@mofa.gov.vn IN BELGIUM IN BULGARIA Add: Boulevard General Jacques 11050 Bruxelles Tel: (32-2) 3792...

Embassies and General Consulates of Viet Nam in Asia

Sat, 28 May 2016 21:30:00 +0200

IN BANGLADESH IN BRUNEI DARUSSALAM Add: Vintage Building, Plot 07, Road 104, Gulshan 2, Dhaka 1212 Tel: (880-2) 8854 051 Fax: (880-2) 8854 052 Email: dhaka@mofa.gov.vn Add: No 9, Spg 148-3 jalan Telanai BA 2312, BSB Tel: (67-3) 2651 580 Fax: (67-3) 2651 574 Email: vnemb_brunei@mofa.gov.vn IN CAMBODIA IN CHINA Add: 436 Monivong...

Consulates of Viet Nam in Oceania

Sat, 28 May 2016 21:29:00 +0200

IN AUSTRALIA Add: 6 Timbarra Cres., O'Malley, Canberra, ACT 2606 Tel: (61-2) 6286 6059 Fax: (61-2) 6286 4534 Email: vnemb.au@mofa.gov.vn Consulate: Suite 205, Level 2 Edgecliff Centre, 203 - 233 New South Head Rd, Edgecliff - NSW 2027 Tel: (61-2) 9327 2539 Fax: (61-2) 9328 1653 Email: consul.sydney@mofa.gov.vn Consulate: Level 8, 16 St., Georges Terrace Perth WA 6000 P O Box 3122, East...

Embassies of Asian countries in Viet Nam

Sat, 28 May 2016 21:16:00 +0200

BANGLADESH Ha Noi Add: 675 Lac Long Quan Rd., Tay Ho Dist. Tel: (84-4) 3771 6625 Fax: (84-4) 3771 6628 Email: bdoothn@netnam.org.vn BRUNEI Ha Noi Add: Villa 44/8 - 44/9 Van Bao St., Ba Dinh Dist. Tel: (84-4) 3726 2003 Fax: (84-4) 3726...

Embassies of Oceanian countries in Viet Nam

Sat, 28 May 2016 21:14:00 +0200

AUSTRALIA Ha Noi Ho Chi Minh City (Consulate) Add: 8 Dao Tan St., Ba Dinh Dist. Tel: (84-4) 3774 0100 Fax: (84-4) 3774 0111 Add: 20th floor, Vincom Center, 47 Ly Tu Trong St., Dist.1 Tel: (84-8) 3521 8100 Fax: (84-8) 3521 8101 NEW ZEALAND Ha Noi Ho Chi Minh...

Embassies of European countries in Viet Nam

Sat, 28 May 2016 21:09:00 +0200

AUSTRIA Ha Noi Ho Chi Minh City (Consulate) Add: 8th floor, Prime Center, 53 Quang Trung St., Hoan Kiem Dist. Tel: (84-4) 3943 3050 Fax: (84-4) 3943 3055 Email: hanoi-ob(at)bmeia.gv.at Add: 181A Dien Bien Phu St., Dist. 1 Tel: (84-8) 3827 5766 Fax: (84-8) 3827 5827 Email:...

Embassies of American countries in Viet Nam

Sat, 28 May 2016 21:01:00 +0200

ARGENTINA Ha Noi Add: 4th floor, Sentinel Place, 41A Ly Thai To St., Hoan Kiem Dist. Tel: (84-4) 3831 5262 Fax: (84-4) 3831 5288 Email: eviet@mrecic.gov.ar BRAZIL Ha Noi Add: D6-D7-14 Thuy Khue St., Tay Ho Dist. Tel: (84-4) 3843 2544 Fax: (84-4)...

Embassies of African countries in Viet Nam

Sat, 28 May 2016 20:56:00 +0200

ALGERIA Ha Noi Add: 13 Phan Chu Trinh St., Hoan Kiem Dist. Tel: (84-4) 3825 3865 Fax: (84-4) 3826 0830 Email: ambalghanoi@ambalgvn.org.vn EGYPT Ha Noi Add: 63 To Ngoc Van Road, Tay Ho Dist. Tel: (84-4) 3829 4999 Fax: (84-4) 3829...

EGYPT

Sat, 28 May 2016 20:50:00 +0200

Ha Noi Add: 63 To Ngoc Van Road, Tay Ho Dist. Tel: (84-4) 3829 4999 Fax: (84-4) 3829 4997

ALGERIA

Sat, 28 May 2016 20:49:00 +0200

Ha Noi Add: 13 Phan Chu Trinh St., Hoan Kiem Dist. Tel: (84-4) 3825 3865 Fax: (84-4) 3826 0830 Email: ambalghanoi@ambalgvn.org.vn

BÚN CHẢ HƯƠNG LIÊN

Sat, 28 May 2016 10:37:00 +0200

BÚN CHẢ HƯƠNG LIÊN (Bún Chả OBAMA) CS1:24 Lê Văn Hưu ( 36 LVH chuyển về) CS2:14 ngõ 59 Láng Hạ, HN Opening: 7:00am - 9:00 pm

Don’t miss out on this ‘Stone Park’ in Vietnam

Sat, 28 May 2016 10:01:00 +0200

Once only known to few, the pristine beauty of Rai, a complex of caves in south-central Vietnam, has recently earned it a top-spot as an emerging destination for young Vietnamese travelers. The complex, located in Ninh Thuan Province’s Nui Chua National Park, has been dubbed a ‘stone park’ by Vietnamese travelers for its towering boulders and shallow caves. The name Rai, which means otter in English, comes from the small caves shaped by overlapping blocks of stone that once were home to otters...

HCM City will host its annual Southern Fruit Festival at Suối Tiên Tourist Park in District 9 from June 1-9.

Fri, 27 May 2016 09:32:00 +0200

A fruitful endeavour: The event last year featured more than 150 kinds of fruit and a giant and rare fruit collection. The festival is organised by the city’s Tourism Department and the park to honour the agricultural values of Việt Nam and the southern region. The event will feature more than 150 kinds of fruit at below-market prices with discounts of 20-40 per cent, and display fruits that satisfy VietGap and Global Gap standards, and a giant and rare fruit collection. It will also present...

Direct Da Nang – Bangkok Air Route Re-opens

Thu, 26 May 2016 15:28:00 +0200

Vietravel, one of the leading travel companies in Viet Nam, recently launched its direct Da Nang – Bangkok charter flights. This new service follows the recent success of Vietravel’s reopening of the direct air routes connecting Can Tho City with Da Lat and Bangkok. Vietravel will operate one flight every five days on the route, utilising a 180-seat Airbus A320 aircraft chartered from Thai Vietjet Air, and each flight will take 1 hour and 30 minutes. The travel company reported...

Obama touches down in Ho Chi Minh City, visits century-old pagoda

Wed, 25 May 2016 06:10:00 +0200

US President Barack Obama arrived at Tan Son Nhat International Airport in Ho Chi Minh City at nearly 4 p.m. on Tuesday for his visit to the commercial hub. Right after landing, Obama headed to Phuoc Hai Pagoda, also called Ngoc Hoang (Jade Emperor) Pagoda, on Mai Thi Luu Street in District 1. Despite light rain, locals lined up the streets where the US president’s motorcade passed by to greet him. US President Barack Obama walks down from his Air Force One at Tan Son...

Bank Customer Service Story

Sat, 21 May 2016 21:34:00 +0200

This awesome customer service story was shared on The Financial Brand website by Ron Shevlin. The story shows how much of an impact one employee going the extra mile can have on customer loyalty, and the advantage it can have on the career of a customer service professional. I hope you enjoy it as much as i did. The incident happened 18 years ago, and I only heard it for the first time yesterday. What makes that worth mentioning is that the story was from my...

How to Use a Hotel Concierge

Sat, 21 May 2016 09:16:00 +0200

A few years ago, Kate and I took a trip to San Francisco for business. The company that flew us out there set us up in a high-end hotel right near the Embarcadero. We usually stay at something like a Holiday Inn Express, so this was a completely new experience for us. When we entered the hotel lobby, I noticed a little desk to the side that had the word “Concierge” on the front of it in big gold letters. My only knowledge of concierges at this point had come from watching Tim...

HCM City launches new bus route to international aiport

Thu, 19 May 2016 21:54:00 +0200

A bus route between Tan Son Nhat International Airport and District 1 of Ho Chi Minh City was put into operation from May 19. The route numbered 49 operates from 0:00 am to 11:45 pm, making 43 trips every day. The buses will depart every 30 minutes on the 17km route, taking some 85 minutes to cover the distance. The fare is 40,000 VND (1.8 USD) per passenger one way. This is the second five-star bus route after the route 109 travelling between September 23 Park and Tan Son Nhat...

The Green Boutique

Wed, 18 May 2016 00:57:00 +0200

Natural skin care products come in many different combinations of essential oils, herbs, fruits and vegetables. Essential oils are natural aromatic compound found in the leaves, stems, seeds, bark, roots, flowers and other parts of plants. They work in so many ways, such as healing dry skin, improving skin’s texture, nourishing and replenishing skin’s lost natural oils as well as it restores the radiance of the skin. The main advantage of using natural skin care products is their...

PQ LITTLE MART

Wed, 18 May 2016 00:53:00 +0200

Address: Ong Lang Hamlet, Cua Duong Commune,Phu Quoc Island 92000, Vietnam Phone Number: +84 90 741 45 69 Opening: 7:00 am to 21:00 Visitor can find at the Mart these things: Sunscreen.Mosquito repellent.Deodorize. Diaper. Shaver.Hair gel. Shampoo.Snack. Local Candy, Biscuits.Tobacco.Beer, Wine,Wishky&Rum.Soft drinks. Phu Quoc Pepper.

Phu Quoc Pearl Farm

Wed, 18 May 2016 00:50:00 +0200

Address: Phu Quoc Island, Vietnam Phone Number: 0773 988 999 Website: ngochienpearl.com/#_=_

Long Beach Pearl

Wed, 18 May 2016 00:43:00 +0200

Long Beach Pearl – an international brand with perfect after-sales services will satisfy the customers by Long Beach Pearl chain stores of pearls and gemstone jewelry. The Long Beach Pearl jewelry is made with pearls, which is the result of successful cooperation among the Long Beach Group, Kuramoto Pearl Co, Ltd. in Kobe, Japan and Rio Pearl in Hongkong. Also group of companies develops studies and cultivates Akoya pearls in Phu Quoc & Nha Trang. Web:longbeachpearl.com/

Duong Dong Market

Wed, 18 May 2016 00:38:00 +0200

Duong Dong market located in the centre of town along the river is the islands largest and most exciting local market. At most times of the day this can be a busy place with the local traffic running along the road and boats coming and going, loading and unloading their goods, and it is here you will find lovely ladies in conical hats selling everything from tropical fruits to unusual fishing equipment.

Cao Dai Temple (Duong Dong)

Wed, 18 May 2016 00:32:00 +0200

Suoi Da Ban

Wed, 18 May 2016 00:26:00 +0200

Suoi Da Ban is a white-water creek tumbling across some attractive large granite boulders. There are deep pools and it’s nice enough for a dip. Bring plenty of mosquito repellent. For the falls, the best months to visit are between May and September – by the end of the dry season there’s little more than a trickle. Source: lonely Planet

Vung Bau Beach

Wed, 18 May 2016 00:25:00 +0200

Appealing northern beach reachable via the coastal road.

Dai Beach

Wed, 18 May 2016 00:24:00 +0200

A relatively isolated northern beach that retains its remote tropical charm.

Thom Beach

Wed, 18 May 2016 00:23:00 +0200

The road from Dai Beach to Thom Beach via Ganh Dau is very beautiful, passing through dense forest with tantalising glimpses of the coast below.

Phu Quoc Prison

Wed, 18 May 2016 00:22:00 +0200

Not far from Sao Beach in the south of the island, Phu Quoc's notorious old prison, built by the French in the late 1940s, contains a small museum that narrates the gruesome history of the jail. A war memorial stands south of the prison on the far side of the road.

Ong Lan Beach

Wed, 18 May 2016 00:22:00 +0200

Ong Lan Beach has a series of sandy bays sheltered by rocky headlands. Several midrange resorts in this area service those wanting to get away from everything.

Dinh Cau Rock (Cua Temple)

Wed, 18 May 2016 00:21:00 +0200

More of a combination temple and lighthouse, Dinh Cau was built in 1937 to honour Thien Hau, the Goddess of the Sea, who provides protection for sailors and fishermen. The ‘castle’ gives you a good view of the harbour entrance and the promenade is popular with strolling locals around sunset.

Cua Can Beach

Wed, 18 May 2016 00:20:00 +0200

The most accessible of the northern beaches, Cua Can is about 11km from Duong Dong. It remains mercifully quiet during the week, but can get busy at weekends. A ride through the villages around Cua Can is interesting, with the road crossing the river several times on rickety wooden bridges.

Suoi Tranh

Wed, 18 May 2016 00:19:00 +0200

Compared with the waterlogged Mekong Delta, Phu Quoc has very little surface moisture, but there are several springs originating in the hills. The most accessible of these is Suoi Tranh; look for the entrance sign and concrete tree from the Duong Dong–Vong Beach road. From the ticket counter it’s a 10-minute walk through the forest to the falls.

MERCI Nails and Bistro

Mon, 16 May 2016 21:55:00 +0200

17/6 Le Thanh Ton, district 1, Ho Chi Minh City Tel:08 3825 8799 merci1@merci-space.com Open from tuesday to sunday from 9am to 9pm Web: www.merci-space.com/en/ We, Quynh, Kim and Ilda, have imagined Merci as the place we wanted to find for ourselves! Tired to visit places where persons seat in line, dipping their feet in the same bowl as hundreds of other persons, we have imported waterless kit nails treatments and non-toxic varnishes to insure safe and gorgeous cares for our clients. We...

Nghia Beauty Nails

Mon, 16 May 2016 21:45:00 +0200

Address: 20 Phan Boi Chau, District 1, HCMC Tel. No. 0944414466/0903970177 Opening hours Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat Sun : 9:00 - 20:00 Budget 150,000VND～500,000VND

Toni&Guy Saigon

Mon, 16 May 2016 21:19:00 +0200

28 Thai Van Lung Street, Ben Nghe Ward, District 1, HCMC Tel: (08) 6 299 0994 - Hotline: 094 424 1188 Email: salonsaigon@toniandguy.vn facebook.com/ToniGuy.Vietnam Web: toniandguy.vn/ TONI&GUY HAIRDRESSING was founded in London, UK over 45 years ago by the Mascolo brothers and this international company has developed into a worldwide concept with over 430 salons and a select group of academies located around the globe, all upholding the unique hairdressing techniques and...

Kim Hair Salon

Mon, 16 May 2016 21:05:00 +0200

2B Chu Mạnh Trinh, D. 1 Tel:(08) 3825 8643 92 Lê Thánh Tôn, Bến Nghé, 1, Hồ Chí Minh, Việt Nam Tel:+84 8 3823 8954 Opening hour: 9:00 to 20:00 Kim Hair Salon provides different services with affordable prices including hair care, facial services as well as manicure and pedicure. With a nice atmosphere and friendly service, the salon offers its clients a comfortable space to refresh themselves both on the inside and outside.

Armani Spa

Mon, 16 May 2016 20:56:00 +0200

13 Nguyen Thiep str, 1st Floor,Dist 1,HCMC Tel: 84.8 38 239 599 99 Dong Khoi str, 1st Floor,Dist 1, HCMC Tel: 84.8 38 227 379 Website: www.armanispa.com.vn Hours of Operation - Hotline (+84) 902901402 MONDAY - SUNDAY | 9 AM - 10:30 PM Located at the heart of Ho Chi Minh City, Armani Spa has been a trusted destination for foreign tourists and local customers over the past 15 years. With the motto "Caring for your health and your beauty is our duty", Armani Spa with its team...

Anam QT Spa

Mon, 16 May 2016 20:49:00 +0200

Address:18A Ngo Van Nam,Dist.1, Hochiminh City Tel:(84.8) 6 26 000 77 Fax:(84.8) 6 29 103 75 Hotline: (84.8) 626 000 44 Opening hour: 9:30 to 23:00 (last booking 22:00) Web: www.anamqtspa.com/en Anam QT Spa, the first international standard spa in Vietnam, was established in 1996 with the active participation of the esthetician, therapists and hair stylists from Australia, Britain, Canada, France always affirms the steady progress of leading typical brands during the last 18 years. Anam...

SEN SPA

Mon, 16 May 2016 20:44:00 +0200

Work time: 9:00AM - 10:00PM From outside of Vietnam:　+84-8-39102174 - 38 251 250 From Ho Chi Minh:　+39102174 - 38 251 250 Outside Hochiminh:　08-39102174 - 38 251 250 Free transfer is available ( Only dist.1 ) Website:www.senspa.com.vn/en/index.aspx SEN SPA, located just minutes from the cool breath of Saigon River and a walking distance from the busy Dong Khoi Street. Sen Spa is a 9-floor building with different areas for...

Maison CRAFF

Mon, 16 May 2016 18:39:00 +0200

Maison CRAFF Boutique Hotel Sofitel into Central Plaza, 17 Le Duan Blvd., Dist.1, Ho Chi Minh City 090 638 70 01 christian@craffdiamonds.com Web: www.craffdiamond.com/ Elegant and beautiful jewels and gemstones has for centuries played a very important role in all societies. It is a rare reminder of nature’s most valuable creations. Our collection symbolizes this rarity and consists of Sapphires, Rubies, Spinels, Alexandrites, Topaz, Aquamarine Garnet and diamond...

Ganesh

Mon, 16 May 2016 01:32:00 +0200

Add: 97 Tran Hung Dao St., Phu Quoc Island, Viet Nam Tel: 077-3994917 Email: nandukafle121@gmail.com We are proud to offer the most wide-ranging Inclusive Indian cuisine menu to our Valuable guest. Our extensive menu ranges from the North off India. We take pride in fact that our chef have learnt and perfected to prepare the taste through their fine cuisine We use the genuine Indian clay oven (Tandoor) in order to maintain the authentic taste...

PEACH coffee

Mon, 16 May 2016 01:28:00 +0200

Address: 100 Tran Hung Dao | Duong Dong, Phu Quoc Island Phone Number: +(84)1234678923 Hours: 8:00 am - 11:00 pm PEACH coffee is a contemporary Vietnamese experience. Inspired by the Tropics and Beaches

The Cami restaurant

Mon, 16 May 2016 01:21:00 +0200

Address: Tran Hung Dao street, Cua Lap - Duong To , Phu Quoc Island, Viet Nam Tel: 093 816 35 35 Email: camiphuquoc@gmail.com Website: camiphuquoc.com Opening hours 7.30 AM to 23.00 PM The Cami restaurant: luxurious yet elegant with unrivaled luxury of any of the top international fine dining restaurant options. Travel with us and taste a Vietnamese adventure of Vietnamese cuisine from...

Nemo Restaurant

Mon, 16 May 2016 01:18:00 +0200

No 1 Tran Hung Dao Street, Cua Lap Vil, Duong To, Phu Quoc Island Phone Number: +84 93 954 45 51 Hours: 10:00 am - 11:00 pm

Alanis Coffee Deli

Mon, 16 May 2016 01:15:00 +0200

Address: 98 Tran Hung Dao Street | Ward 7, Duong Dong, Phu Quoc Island Phone Number: +84 77 3994 931 Hours:8:00 am - 9:00 pm Offering various Italian Coffee, Frappes, Smoothies, Special Pancakes, Sandwiches, a selections of Signature Cocktails and Mocktails for kids. It is located on the main road to International Duong To Airport and An Thoi Harbor.Coming to Alanis Coffee Deli, you could either sip a fancy cup of Cappuccino, Latte or enjoy many kinds of Frappe made...

Winston's Burgers & Beer

Mon, 16 May 2016 01:10:00 +0200

121 Tran Hung Dao | Phu Quoc, Kien Giang, Duong Dong, Phu Quoc Island Phone Number: +84 126 390 1093 Hours: 1:00 pm - 10:00 pm Enjoy Phu Quoc's best premium burgers and large selection of beer!

May

Mon, 16 May 2016 01:09:00 +0200

1 Tran Hung Dao Street, Duong To, Phu Quoc Tel: +84 93 708 18 68 Hours: 7:00 am to 22:00 Good for: Dining on a budget, Local cuisine, Families with children, Large groups We offer excellent Vietnamese Food, European food and BBQ with an authentic dining experience. A family run business with a wealth of experience in delivering a family dining experience. We cater for children and any cuisine, a fine dining experience is what we strive to deliver for all our customers. Try us...

Crab House

Mon, 16 May 2016 01:08:00 +0200

21 Tran Hung Dao, Duong Dong, Phu Quoc Island Tel: +84 77 3845 067 Opening hours: 11:00 am to 22:00 Crab House specializes in seafood with particular emphasis on Crabs. Our goal is pretty simple, bring the freshest local seafood and ingredients to your table while providing great service at an affordable price, drop in and see it for yourself.

Mango Bay Restaurant

Mon, 16 May 2016 01:07:00 +0200

Located on 10 hectares of beachfront land 10km north of Duong Dong, the island’s main town, the ethos of Mango Bay is to create something close to nature, an unpretentious resort that is the antithesis of luxury. Here, despite the size of the land, there are only 44 rooms and villas, each unique and each hidden away from the beach. Ong Lang Beach, Phu Quoc Island,Kien Giang Province,Vietnam T: (+84) 773 981 693 (7:00 – 21:00 GMT +7) M: (+84) 903 382 207 (working...

The Pepper Tree

Mon, 16 May 2016 01:05:00 +0200

Tran Hung Dao Street | La veranda hotel, Duong Dong, Phu Quoc Island, Vietnam Phone Number: +84 77 3982 988 Opening hour: 6:30 am to 23:00 The Pepper Tree commands stunning views over the ocean and the view at sunset is incomparable. Combine this with the innovative Pacific Rim cuisine devised by our talented team of award winning chefs and you have the perfect sensory experience.

The Pepper Tree

Mon, 16 May 2016 00:46:00 +0200

CAMI RESTAURANT

Mon, 16 May 2016 00:42:00 +0200

May Restaurant

Mon, 16 May 2016 00:34:00 +0200

Crab House

Sun, 15 May 2016 20:59:00 +0200

Mango Bay Restaurant

Sun, 15 May 2016 20:51:00 +0200

Water Puppet Show

Sun, 15 May 2016 20:34:00 +0200

55B Nguyen Thi Minh Khai Street, Ben Thanh Ward, District 1, Ho Chi Minh City, Contact: +84 8 3930 2196 Website: www.goldendragontheatre.com Show Time and entrance fee: 17:00 and 18:30 every day (show for around 01 hour) 200,000 VND per ticket Water puppetry “Múa rối nước” it means puppets dance on water is a tradition dates back as far as the 11th century when it originated in the villages of the Red...

Blue Space Art Gallery

Sun, 15 May 2016 18:21:00 +0200

97A Pho Duc Chinh St., Dist.1; Tel: (+84) 8 919 025 726 Opening hour: daily 09:30 – 17:30 Website: www.vietnamartist.com The gallery is located in the HCMC art museum and promotes high quality contemporary Vietnamese art.

Craig Thomas Gallery

Sun, 15 May 2016 18:20:00 +0200

27i Tran Nhat Duat St., Tan Dinh Ward, Dist.1; Tel: (+84) 8 903 888 431 Opening hour: 12:00 – 18:00 (Mondays to Saturday) Website: www.cthomasgallery.com This gallery promotes talented contemporary Vietnamese young artists and also holds regular exhibitions. 13:00 -17:00 (Sundays)

Gallery Nguyen

Sun, 15 May 2016 18:18:00 +0200

139 Dong Khoi St., Dist.1; Tel: (+84) 8 3824 2723 Opening hour: daily 08:00 – 22:00 Website: www.benthanhart.com The art work around the hotel is supplied though this gallery. So please take a look around.

Quynh Gallery

Sun, 15 May 2016 18:18:00 +0200

65 De Tham St., Dist.1; Tel: (+84) 8 3836 8019 Opening hour: 10:00 - 18:00 (closed on Mondays) Website: www.galeriequynh.com Gallery Quynh is considered to be one of the most contemporary art galleries in Saigon.

Ben Thanh Art and Frame

Sun, 15 May 2016 18:17:00 +0200

7 Nguyen Thiep St., Dist.1; Tel: (+84) 8 3823 3001 Opening hour: daily 08:00 – 22:00 Website: www.benthanhart.com Ben Thanh Art and Frame is a contemporary fine art gallery. The art work around the hotel is supplied though this gallery, so please take a look around.

Cao Fine Jewelry

Sun, 15 May 2016 17:21:00 +0200

Vincom Center 70-72 Le Thanh Ton St., Dist.1; Tel: (+84) 8 3993 9394 Opening hour: daily 09:30 – 22:00 Website: www.cao.com.vn Limited edition designs with many one-off pieces. Cao Fine Jewelry is famous for premium jewelry and offers unique products.

Harmony Necklaces

Sun, 15 May 2016 17:21:00 +0200

90 Nguyen Hue St., Dist.1; Ms Lam Designer : 0908 058 112 Opening hour: daily 09:00 - 21:00 Email : harmonynecklaces@gmail.com Various designs with pearl, ceramic and wood. Harmony Necklaces is famous about limited designed necklaces.

Therese

Sun, 15 May 2016 17:20:00 +0200

9 Nguyen Thiep St., Dist.1; Tel: (+84) 8 3824 6011 Opening hour: 08:00 - 19:30 (Mondays to Saturdays) Website: www.theresejewelry.com.vn This shop creates hand-made, premium jewelry products such as necklaces, bracelets rings and pendants. 08:00 - 18:00 (Sundays)

Gallery Vivekkevin

Sun, 15 May 2016 17:20:00 +0200

35 Dong Khoi St., Dist.1; Tel: (+84) 8 6291 8162 Opening hour: daily 09:30 - 20:00 Website: www.galleryvivekkevin.com Gallery Vivekkevin offers contemporary jewelry.

Duy Tan – Saigon Artisan

Sun, 15 May 2016 17:07:00 +0200

76 A Le Loi St., Dist.1; Tel (+84) 8 38244860 Opening hour: 9:00 am – 9:30 pm Beautifully crafted lacquer homeware and kitchen appliances that emphasis on dining elements.

Dong Gia

Sun, 15 May 2016 17:07:00 +0200

114 Xuan Thuy St., Thao Dien Ward, Dist.2; Tel: (+84) 8 6296 0147 Opening hour: daily 09:00 - 18:00 Website: www.dong-gia.com When visiting the Dong Gia showrooms you will see a variety of teapots, teacups, tableware, interior objects and handmade jewelry.

Amai

Sun, 15 May 2016 17:06:00 +0200

32 Tran Ngoc Dien, Thao Dien, Dist.2; Tel: (+84) 908 75 23 23 Opening hour: 09:00 - 17:00 (Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Saturdays) Website: www.amaisaigon.com A stylish store that specializes in ceramics, towels, stainless steel and wood work.

Tay Son Lacquer

Sun, 15 May 2016 16:29:00 +0200

198 Vo Thi Sau street, D.3 Tel : (+84) 8 3932 1641 Opening hour: daily 7:30 – 18:00 Website: www.taysononline.com Local lacquerware, wooden carved products and other handicrafts. Tay Son is also available for the guest doing workshop at the store which detail cost as below (advance notice)

Saigon Craft

Sun, 15 May 2016 16:28:00 +0200

74 Dong Khoi St., Dist.1; Tel (+84) 8 3829 5758 Opening hour: daily 09:30 - 21:30 Website: www.saigoncrafts.com Classic lacquer ware, which are made with quality bamboo.

Nga Art and Craft

Sun, 15 May 2016 16:27:00 +0200

41 Mac Thi Buoi St., Dist.1; Tel: (+84) 8 3823 8356 Opening hour: daily 08:00 - 22:00 Website: www.huongngafinearts.vn A showroom that produces lacquer ware pieces that range from wall decorations, plates, trays, and decorative lamps.

Anupa

Sun, 15 May 2016 16:26:00 +0200

09 Dong Du St., Dist.1; Tel: (+84) 8 3822 2394 Opening hour: daily 09:00 - 20:00 Website: www.anupa.net Featuring luxury leather accessories including bags, yoga bags, and belts.

Ipa-Nima

Sun, 15 May 2016 16:25:00 +0200

77- 79 Dong Khoi St., Dist.1; Tel: (+84) 8 3822 3277 Opening hour: daily 09:00 – 21:00 Website: www.ipa-nima.com An international fashion label, originated in Vietnam, selling glamorous and elegant handbags and wallets. Their products feature bags and accessories adorned with unique designs.

AA Décor

Sun, 15 May 2016 15:57:00 +0200

15 Nguyen Duy Hieu Street Thao Dien Ward, District 2 Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam Tel: +84 28 3744 2728 Fax: +84 28 3744 2729 E-mail: info@aacorporation.com Website: www.aacorporation.com Hospitality Fit-Out AA Corporation is the leading interior fit out company in Asia with established reputation for consistent delivery of cutting edge interior service within the hospitality...

Red Door Décor

Sun, 15 May 2016 15:55:00 +0200

31A Lê Thánh Tôn, Phường Bến Nghé, Quận 1, Hồ Chí Minh (84-28) 38 258 672 (84-28) 38 272 697 (84-28) 38 258 672 info@reddoordeco.com www.reddoordeco.com Looking for a gift for your friends and relatives or something as a decoration for your house or workplace? You'll surely find it at HCMC's Red Door located in the heart of Saigon. Inside Red Door is a fanciful and mystical room of interior masterpieces....

Gaya

Sun, 15 May 2016 15:48:00 +0200

3 Tran Ngoc Dien, District 2, HCMC Phone: 028 62819680 Email:info@gayavietnam.com Web: www.gayavietnam.com Found in 2003 by a group of talented French designers, Gaya has two outlets specializing in Parisian inspired fashion and gift. It is the first international designer showroom that pioneers in the new relating concepts in downtown.

Verlim

Sun, 15 May 2016 15:44:00 +0200

152 Le LaiSt., District 1 Tel: (84.28)3925 3648 - Fax: (84-65)03730473 Open: 10:00 – 18:30 (Mon-Sat) Close on Sun E-mail: contact@verlimdesign.com verlimdesign@yahoo.fr verlimdesign.com Based in Ho Chi Minh City since 2004, we have designed private as well as commercial properties including hotels though out the world such as in France and in Vietnam. World decorative arts of all cultures play...

Minh Long Ceramics

Sun, 15 May 2016 15:43:00 +0200

17 Ba Huyen Thanh Quan St., Dist. 3, HCM City, Vietnam Open: 08:30 – 20:30 every day Tel.: +84 28 39302634 - 39302635 Fax: +84 28 39302625 Web: www.minhlong.com Email: sales@minhlong.com Although founded in as late as 1970 Minh Long Co. is the heir of a long ceramics producing tradition starting with the grand-father of Mr Ly Ngoc Minh, Minh Long’s founder, and spanning over three...

Bambu Décor

Sun, 15 May 2016 15:42:00 +0200

Address: 73-75 Tran Nao Str. Binh An Ward, Dist.2, Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam Open: 08:00 – 18:00 (Mon-Sat) Close on Sun Tel: (84-28) 3740 2070 Fax: (84-28)3740 2071 bambu@bamboovietnam.com www.bambudecor.com/ Bamboo Décor Company has been established since 1999. With the passion of loving bamboo tree, with the dream of bringing bamboo to Vietnamese architectural...

Austin Home Interiors

Sun, 15 May 2016 15:40:00 +0200

42 Nguyen Dang Giai, Thao Dien, District 2, Ho Chi Minh City. Open 7 days a week 9:00-18:00, later by appointment. Tel: (08) 35190023 Austin Home Interiors, founded in 2007, is a luxury furniture store and interior design studio ready to help you make your house or apartment into a comfortable, stylish home. The store carries luxury furniture lines John Richard, Emporium Home, Woodbridge and Moore Council- all...

Mosaique Decoration

Sun, 15 May 2016 15:40:00 +0200

Address: Saigon Center, 65 Le Loi St., Dist. 1, Tel: (08) 38234634 mosaiquedecoration.com Mosaique takes all the unique beauty and craftsmanship of Vietnam and adapts it into contemporary home décor. Mosaique creates environments resplendent in old world luxury yet suited for modern life and has built it's name by offering unique lighting, furniture decorative embroidery cushion covers, silk quilts, table &...

Ben Thanh Art & Frame

Sun, 15 May 2016 15:38:00 +0200

7 Nguyen Thiep street Dist.1, HCMC-Vietnam Tel: +(84-8) 3823 3001 - 3823 8101 Fax: +(84-8) 3823 3002 Email: info@benthanhart.com It is Ben Thanh Art & Frame to have the honor of being a representative to introduce Vietnamese painting art to international politicians, special guests and those who are lovers of the art. Such various activities as exhibitions, discussions,...

Authentique

Sun, 15 May 2016 15:36:00 +0200

Shops: 113 Lê Thánh Tôn, Q 1, Ho Chi Minh City, phone +84 8 3822 8052 And 71/1 Mac Thi Buoi, Q 1, Ho Chi Minh City, phone + 84 8 3823 8811 Open from 9:00 to 21:00 every day Workshops: 68 Linh Trung, Phuong Linh Trung, Q Thu Duc, Tel: 08 3822 0455 website: authentiquehome.com/ceramics-gallery We are a Vietnamese kiln established in 1995, with a mission to revive, sustain and evolve a many-century old...

Special concert features talented young musicians

Wed, 11 May 2016 20:20:00 +0200

Opening: 08:00 pm, Sat 25 Jun 2016 Vietnam National Academy of Music, 77 Hao Nam Street, Hanoi Vietnam National Academy of Music Conductor: Honna Tetsuji Tuba: Truong Tan Sang Violin Soloist: Tran Le Quang Tien Piano Soloists: Nguyen Dang Quang, Nguyen The Vinh, Nguyen Ba Tan Clarinet Soloist: Nguyen Manh Linh and the Vietnam National...

Chi Linh Star Golf Club

Tue, 10 May 2016 10:37:00 +0200

Chi Linh Star Golf Club features 36 holes of challenging international standard golfing. Chi Linh Star Golf Course, one of the newest in Vietnam, opening in late 2003, and is located about half way between Hanoi and the popular Halong Bay. Chi Linh Star Golf Club played host to the first professional golf tournament in the north of Vietnam, the 2004 Carlsberg Masters Vietnam at which time the pure beauty of the layout was recognized by both golf professionals and amateurs...

Dai Lai Star Golf Country Club

Tue, 10 May 2016 10:34:00 +0200

Dai Lai Star Golf Country Club is 40 km from the center of Hanoi(50 minute from the Centre of Hanoi). Covering an area of 300 hectares on a valley at the foot of Ngoc Thanh Mountain, entwined around the beautiful Dai Lai Lake, Dai Lai Star Golf Club is a golfers’ paradise with 18 hole. dailaistargolf.com.vn/

Kings Island Golf Resort

Tue, 10 May 2016 10:33:00 +0200

Kings Island Golf Resort is a 36 hole golf resort in the outskirts of Hanoi and arguably the most scenic course in North Vietnam. Kings Island Golf Course lies on the shores of the Dong Mo reservoir 36 kilometers from Hanoi. Only a 30 – 45 minute drive you will find yourself at Kings Island Golf where you will enjoy impeccable service, state of the art facilities and play golf on what some of the best designers around the world have called the best golf course in...

Tam Dao Golf Resort

Tue, 10 May 2016 10:32:00 +0200

Tam Dao Golf Resort Description: (Scenic and well maintained layout near Tam Dao mountain; best course in the north) Tam Dao Golf Resort is located high in the Tam Dao Mountains which makes for year round cooler temperatures and gives Vietnam golfers the feeling of playing in the Northeast USA rather than tropical Asia. tamdaogolf.com/

Van Tri Golf Club

Tue, 10 May 2016 10:19:00 +0200

Van Tri Golf Club is conveniently located 30 minutes from Hanoi city center and was North Vietnam’s first exclusively private golf estate. Van Tri golf course was designed by renowned architect, Peter Rousseau and as so presents the traditional values and solid approach that is forever exciting and challenging to play; one that will certainly stand the test of time. Van Tri Golf Course is visually stunning as the right balance of blending together colors, textures,...

Legend Hill Golf Resort

Tue, 10 May 2016 10:17:00 +0200

Legend Hill Golf Resort is 30km Northeast of Hanoi and is located adjacent to the Sóc Temple – where Phù Đổng Thiên Vương or Saint “Gióng”, one of the “Four Immortals” in Vietnamese religion, is worshiped. There is convenient fast access from Hanoi (30 minutes driving) and the International Airport at Noi Bai (10 minutes driving). brglegendhillgolf.vn/2/56/Home.aspx

Hanoi Golf Club

Tue, 10 May 2016 10:16:00 +0200

Hanoi Golf Club is located in the north of Hanoi and is the only Japanese managed golf course in all of Vietnam. About a 15 minute drive from Noi Bai airport and 40 minute from Hanoi city. Hanoi Golf Club is an ideal golf course with 18 hole. Strategically designed over a vast 108 hectares of gentle sloping terrain, Hanoi golf offers an exciting and challenging golf experience. hanoigolfclub.com/en

Doson Seaside Golf Resort

Tue, 10 May 2016 10:05:00 +0200

Located in Hai Phong City, Doson Seaside Golf Resort (new name: BRG Ruby Tree Golf Resort) was designed and built by Australia-based Pacific Coast Design Company, specializing in the development of leading golf courses around the world. The 18 hole par 72 course combines sport and leisure within an impressive 6,317 meter stretch of land. brgrubytreegolf.vn/2/56/Home.aspx

Sky Lake Golf Club

Tue, 10 May 2016 10:03:00 +0200

Sky Lake Golf Club located at Van Son Lake area, Chuong My District, Hanoi, Vietnam, just 45 minutes (40km) from the Hanoi Convention Centre, Sky Lake Golf Course features two 18 hole PGA – standard separate courses – Sky and Lake – a golf academy, a 5-star resort with hotel and pool villas, serviced residential golf villas with a range of leisure, cultural, relaxation, spa and sports facilities. This 200-ha wide project is located in a very unique area, surrounded by...

Song Gia Resort Complex Golf & Country Club

Tue, 10 May 2016 10:01:00 +0200

Hyundai Song Gia Resort Golf & Country Club located in the clean and beautiful natural environment where Song Gia and Song Mok meet together, Hyundai Song Gia Golf is a golfing masterpiece providing the best services and high class facilities. Totaling 27 holes including 18 Membership holes and 9 Executive holes, depending on the golfer’s ability and interest. Swing a few balls along the cool breeze of the river only a small distance from Hanoi. The resident facilities are a...

HA LONG BAY (WORLD NATURAL HERITAGE)

Tue, 03 May 2016 22:11:00 +0200

Geographical position Situated in the north-east region of Viet Nam, Ha Long Bay is a part of Bac Bo Gulf and comprises the sea area of Ha Long City, Cam Pha City and a part of Van Don island district, Quang Ninh Province. It borders Cat Ba Island to the south-west, the mainland to the west with a 120km-long coastline. Natural Beauty Ha Long Bay covers a total area of 1,553km², including 1,969 islands of various sizes, 989 of...

PHONG NHA - KE BANG NATIONAL PARK (WORLD NATURAL HERITAGE)

Tue, 03 May 2016 22:10:00 +0200

Phong Nha – Ke Bang National Park lies in Quang Binh Province - the central Viet Nam. Covering an area of more than 343,000 hectares (heart zone of 123,30 ha and buffer zone of 220,000ha), Phong Nha – Ke Bang situated in Quang Ninh, Bo Trach and Minh Hoa districts, is 50km northwest of Dong Hoi City. Phong Nha - Ke Bang can be compared to a huge geological museum thanks to its complicated geological structure with different categories of stone including...

COMPLEX OF HUE MONUMENTS (WORLD CULTURAL HERITAGE)

Tue, 03 May 2016 22:08:00 +0200

Location Complex of Hue Monuments lies along the Perfume River in Hue City and some adjacent areas of Thua Thien Hue Province. Hue City constitutes the cultural, political and economic centre of the province, and was the old imperial city of Viet Nam under the Nguyen Dynasty from 1802 to 1945. History Since 1306, after the wedding of the princess Huyen Tran of the Tran Dynasty with Che Man, the Cham King, the territories of Chau O and Chau Ly (comprised of Quang Tri, Thua Thien - Hue and...

HOI AN ANCIENT TOWN (WORLD CULTURAL HERITAGE)

Tue, 03 May 2016 22:07:00 +0200

Hoi An is an old town down the Thu Bon River, on the coastal plain of Quang Nam Province, about 30 km south of Da Nang City. Hoi An used to be known on the international market with many different names such as Lam Ap, Faifo, Hoai Pho and Hoi An. What is so special about Hoi An is that this little port town is in an incredible state of preservation. It offers some of the most densely-concentrated sights in Viet Nam with its old streets bordered with ancient houses and assembly...

MY SON SANCTUARY (WORLD CULTURAL HERITAGE)

Tue, 03 May 2016 22:06:00 +0200

Geographical position My Son Sanctuary is set in a small valley belonging to Duy Phu Commune, Duy Xuyen District, Quang Nam Province, about 70km southwest of Danang City and 40km from Hoi An City. Of the 225 Cham vestiges that are founded in Viet Nam, My Son possesses 71 monuments and 32 epitaphs, the content of which is still being studied. History The Cham Kingdom had two sanctuaries belonging to two main opposing clans. My Son of the Dua Clan, ruled over the north of the kingdom...

CENTRAL SECTOR OF THE IMPERIAL CITADEL OF THANG LONG - HA NOI (WORLD CULTURAL HERITAGE)

Tue, 03 May 2016 22:04:00 +0200

Geographical position The central sector of Imperial Citadel of Thang Long – Ha Noi covers area of 18.395ha, includes archaeological area at 18 Hoang Dieu Street and relics in Ha Noi Citadel such as: Ha Noi Flag Tower, Doan Mon, Kinh Thien Palace, Building D67, Hau Lau, Bac Mon, Forbidden City wall and eight gates from the Nguyen Dynasty. These relics are located in Ba Dinh District and surrounded by Phan Dinh Phung Street in the north; Bac Son Street and National Assembly Building in...

CITADEL OF THE HO DYNASTY (WORLD CULTURAL HERITAGE)

Tue, 03 May 2016 22:03:00 +0200

The citadel of the Ho Dynasty is situated in communes of Vinh Tien, Vinh Long, Vinh Quang, Vinh Yen, Vinh Phuc, Vinh Ninh, Vinh Khang, Vinh Thanh and Vinh Loc Town (Vinh Loc District), Thanh Hoa Province. It was the capital of Viet Nam from 1398 to 1407. The citadel of the Ho Dynasty was built in 1397 by Ho Quy Ly who was the highest-ranking mandarin of the Tran Dynasty at the time. After the citadel was completed, Ho Quy Ly forced King Tran Thuan Tong to move the capital...

TRANG AN LANDSCAPE COMPLEX

Tue, 03 May 2016 22:02:00 +0200

(TITC) - Trang An Landscape Complex covers an area of 6,172ha in districts of Hoa Lu, Gia Vien, Nho Quan, Tam Diep Town and Ninh Binh City, about 90km to the southeast of Ha Noi. The complex is surrounded by a buffer zone of 6,268ha, mostly comprising paddy rice fields and villages. As a mixed cultural and natural property, Trang An Landscape Complex contains three protected areas, including Hoa Lu Ancient Citadel Cultural – Historical Area; Trang...

NHA NHAC, VIETNAMESE COURT MUSIC (INTANGIBLE CULTURAL HERITAGE)

Tue, 03 May 2016 22:01:00 +0200

In its ordinary meaning, Court Music is understood as music genres, including music for dance and opera, used in worshiping ceremonies, national court – organized festivities, and occasions of entertainment for Kings and Royal families. But the term Nha Nhac (imported from China) was used by Vietnamese feudal dynasties from the Ho Dynasty with different meanings, for example sometimes indicating general court music, sometimes court ritual music in particular, sometimes indicating music...

CA TRU SINGING (INTANGIBLE CULTURAL HERITAGE)

Tue, 03 May 2016 22:00:00 +0200

Ca Tru has many names, depending on each locality, each period of time, it is also called A dao singing, Cua dinhsinging, Cua quyen singing, Co dau singing, Nha to singing, Nha tro singing and Ca cong singing. This is a long-standing and unique form of art which has special meaning in the musical treasures of Viet Nam, associated with the traditional festivals, customs, religions, literature, music, thoughts and...

New high speed boat to Vung Tau

Fri, 29 Apr 2016 17:22:00 +0200

TP HCM khai trương tàu cao tốc triệu USD Vốn đầu tư hơn một triệu USD mỗi chiếc, tàu cao tốc hai thân đầu tiên do các kỹ sư trong nước sản xuất sẽ được khai thác trên tuyến Sài Gòn - Vũng Tàu ngày 30/4 thay tàu cánh ngầm. Giám đốc Công ty Greenlines DP Trần Song Hải cho biết, từ 30/4 sẽ chính thức khai trương tuyến vận tải hành khách đường thủy bằng tàu cao tốc hai thân trên tuyến Sài Gòn - Vũng Tàu và ngược lại. Tại TP HCM, khách sẽ được đón tại bến tàu khách Nhà Rồng (chung bến với...

GRAIN Cooking Studio

Wed, 20 Apr 2016 08:25:00 +0200

Level 3, 71-75 Hai Ba Trung, District 1, HCMC, Vietnam Phone: +84 28 3827 4929 Email: cooking@grainbyluke.com Web: www.grainbyluke.com GRAIN Cooking Studio is not your run-of-the-mill cooking class, but in essence, a Vietnamese cultural and culinary experience. In addition to learning the fundamentals of food preparation and presentation, guests can expect to experience a...

Vietnam Cookery Center

Wed, 20 Apr 2016 08:18:00 +0200

Address: 26 Ly Tu Trong Street, District 1 (4th Floor) Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam Phone Number: +84 28 3827 0349 Hours: 8:00am to 18:00 pm Morning : from 08:30 to 12:30, included market visit or 09:30 to 12:30 without market. Afternoon : from 15:00 to 18:00 , without market. Monday to Friday : the class can be organized for 01 person. Afternoon class: at least 2 persons for a class. Saturday morning : at least 2 persons for a class. Sunday morning : at...

Saigon Cooking Class

Wed, 20 Apr 2016 07:53:00 +0200

Address: 74/7 Hai Ba Trung, Dist. 1 | The Courtyard, Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam Phone Number: +84 28 3825 8485 Hours: 8:00 am to 17:30 Saigon Cooking Class's Chefs propose cooking class and street food tour!! For adventurous people hop on the back of ours scooters and let our Chef guide you across Saigon's hidden alleys to sample the best of local delicacies. Go the market with your Chef to buy necessary ingredients for your class, then head back to the...

"Mai" Home The Saigon Culinary Art Centre

Wed, 20 Apr 2016 07:47:00 +0200

cookingsaigon.com/categories-detail/menus-of-discovery-initiation-course-162.html Address: 269 Bis Nguyen Trai Street, Ho Chi Minh CityDistrict 1, Vietnam Phone Number: +84 28 3838 6037 Hours: 8:00 to 22:00 Hanoi and its Halong Bay….. Saigon or Hochiminh City, so lovely by its unique ambiance and especially by its gastronomic cultures! Programs of cooking...

La Cuisine

Tue, 19 Apr 2016 09:19:00 +0200

Name or restaurant La Cuisine Address 48 Le Thanh Ton, D1 Telephone (08) 222 988 82 Whether or not reservation are necessary Reservations Recommended Opening Hours 11h-14h and 17h-22h Close days Sundays Name of manager Le Minh Trung Owners Erwann Serene Dress code Casual Atmosphere/good for Mediterranean Price range and specialities 250000-500000vnd, French Fine Dining Credit cards accepted All except American...

La Villa

Tue, 19 Apr 2016 09:15:00 +0200

lavilla-restaurant.com.vn/ best of what excellent ingredients could offer. Always fascinated by Asia, Thierry found himself as head chef at Princess d’Annam Resort & Spa in Phan Thiet, an ultra-luxury boutique resort. There he met Tina, his future wife, who was working there at the time. When they moved to Saigon, Thierry found the opportunity to do what would have been nearly impossible in France due to costs: purchase a beautiful villa and shape it into one of Vietnam’s most...

Le Corto

Tue, 19 Apr 2016 09:06:00 +0200

5D Nguyen Sieu street, Dsitrict 1 Tel:08 3822 0671 Opening hours: 10:00 - 15:00, 17:00 - 23:00 A cozy, elegant space, specially designed for all occasions, from business lunch to dinner with friends. www.facebook.com/LeCorto/#_=_

Liquid Sky Bar

Mon, 18 Apr 2016 09:23:00 +0200

8-15 Ton Duc Thang street, District 1 Tel:028 3822 0033 Hours: 9:00 to 1:00 am Feel a touch of Italian glamor at the only sky bar overlooking the whole Saigon River and downtown Ho Chi Minh city.

Ben Thanh Market

Sun, 17 Apr 2016 20:00:00 +0200

Opening Hours: Daily 6:00 –24:00 Address: Ben Thanh, Ho Chi Minh City Ben Thanh Market is one of the must-sees when visiting Ho Chi Minh City. Located in District 1, this bustling street market gets really packed in the mornings as locals come here to shop for fresh fruits, spices, nuts, seafood, and household supplies. Throughout the day (and night), you can see rows of coffee traders with various beans on display and stalls selling apparels, textiles, luggage, watches, handicrafts, and...

Binh Tay Market (closed for renovation for 1 year) starting from 9/2016

Sun, 17 Apr 2016 19:59:00 +0200

Opening Hours: Daily 07:00 – 18:00 Address: 57 Thap Muoi, District 6, Ho Chi Minh City Cholon, also known as Binh Tay Market, is located at the edge of Ho Chi Minh City’s District 5. Great for experiencing the local Buddhist culture, the market offers a vibrant atmosphere, opulent Chinese architecture, as well as a fascinating assortment of handicrafts, lacquerware, textiles and fresh produce. There’s also an open-air food court at the back of the market where you can enjoy tasty treats...

An Dong Market (Craft Market)

Sun, 17 Apr 2016 19:57:00 +0200

Opening Hours: Daily 08:00 - 14:00 Address: An Duong Vuong Street, District 10, Ho Chi Minh City Located in District 10, An Dong Market (Craft Market) is a four-storey indoor market that houses mostly fashion wholesalers and handicrafts stalls. A 10-minute drive from downtown Ho Chi Minh City, fashion enthusiasts can find an extensive collection of apparel, textiles, shoes, handbags, and accessories on the first two floors while the top floor is dedicated to quality woodwork, lacquerware,...

Dan Sinh Market

Sun, 17 Apr 2016 19:56:00 +0200

Opening Hours: Daily 07:00 – 18:00 Address: 104 Yersin, District 1, Ho Chi Minh City Dan Sinh Market caters to a niche clientele, selling a wide array of military memorabilia from the Vietnam War. Also called the War Surplus Market, it is a short five-minute walk from Ben Thanh Market and Pham Ngu Lao, which is the city’s backpacking district. Military buffs can find almost anything here, from uniforms, jackets, and combat boots to binoculars, gas masks, helmets, zippo lighters and...

Russian Market

Sun, 17 Apr 2016 19:54:00 +0200

Opening Hours: Daily 08:00 - 20:00 Address: 328 Vo Van Kiet, District 1, Ho Chi Minh City Russian Market attracts a steady following of expats and tourists from northern Eurasia. Set within an air-conditioned building, you can find lots of branded winter gear, luggage, shoes, and sportswear at a fraction of the price you’d get at typical retail outlets. Do note that the merchandises are often stacked up in piles, so you may need to spend some time at Russian Market to rummage around. However,...

kizciti

Sun, 17 Apr 2016 19:44:00 +0200

Hours: Tue - Fri: 8:00 to 15:30, ticket 180.000 VND Sat & Sun: 9:00 to 20:00, ticket 220.000 VND Hoàng Diệu, District 4, HCMC Tel: (08) 3825 3868 Hotline HCM: 094.40.22228 Kizciti is basically a miniature city for kids between the ages of three and 15, where they have the opportunity to live the life of an adult. You’ll find anything here a city would need to function, shrunken down to size for children –everything from a fire and police station to a bank...

Suoi Tien Theme Park

Sun, 17 Apr 2016 19:38:00 +0200

Hours: Mon - Fri 8:00 am - 5:00 pm Sat - Sun 8:00 am - 7:00 pm More than 20 years ago, Suoi Tien was a barren land, sparsely populated with a small stream which was nestled in the desolate nature. Until 1987, a Soc Trang’s resident came here. His inspiration suddenly came and motivated him fiercely that “he has to arouse the lifeline of this land.” With dreams, ambition, creativity and determination, Mr. Dinh Van Vui started to build Suoi Tien Forestry Farm for...

Dam Sen Water Park

Sun, 17 Apr 2016 19:24:00 +0200

Hours: Mon 9:00 am - 4:30 pm Wed - Fri 9:00 am - 4:30 pm Sat - Sun 8:30 am - 4:30 pm Dam Sen Water Park was opened on 19 November 1999 as a joint venture of Phu Tho Tourist Service Limited Company and Viet A Bank. Dam Sen Water Park, with modern aquatic equipments installed complying with European standard, harmoniously located in a fresh and verdant Oriental landscape garden of 3 hectares...

Saigon Zoo and Botanical Gardens

Sun, 17 Apr 2016 19:13:00 +0200

Open everyday from 7:00 to 18:30 Ticket fee: 50.000 VND-children 30.000VND 2 Nguyen Binh Khiem, District 1 The Saigon Zoo and Botanical Garden, established in 1865, is Vietnam's largest zoo and botanical garden. Located on Nguyen Binh Khiem Street in District 1, T.P. in Ho Chi Minh City, it is home to over a hundred species of mammals, reptiles and birds, as well as many rare orchids and ornamental plants. It also contains the Museum of Vietnamese History,...

Pho Le

Sun, 17 Apr 2016 14:56:00 +0200

Hour: 6:00 am - 1:00am 303 Vo Van Tan, District 3 413 Nguyen trai, District 5 Tel: 3923 4008 An oldie and a goodie in a formerly Chinese section of District 5. The street and sidewalk here are flooded with pedestrians, merchants and scooters long into the night. The hand-molded beef balls are a highlight in what is one of Ho Chi Minh City's best bowls of pho.

Banh xeo 46A

Sun, 17 Apr 2016 14:49:00 +0200

Address 46a Ð Dinh Cong Trang Telephone +84 8 3824 1110 Prices regular/extra large 70,000/110,000d Opening hours 10am-9pm (closed from 14:00 to 16:00 daily) Locals will always hit the restaurants that specialise in a single dish and this renowned spot serves some of the best banh xeo in town. These Vietnamese rice-flour pancakes stuffed with bean sprouts, prawns and pork (vegetarian versions available) are legendary....

Hum (vegetarian)

Sun, 17 Apr 2016 14:46:00 +0200

•Location: 32 Vo Van Tan, District 3, Ho Chi Minh City •Tel: 3930 3819 •Open Hours: 10:00 am - 10:00 pm •Price range: USD 8 - 20 •Good for: Romance, Large groups, Doing business, Outdoor seating •Description: Located in HCMC business district, just a few short walks from War Remnants museum. An all-day-dining and cafe retreat venue of choice, catering to both individual and group requirement, business and leisure gatherings. Health-friendly meals prepared with fresh...

Loving Hut (vegetarian)

Sun, 17 Apr 2016 14:44:00 +0200

•Location: 38 Huynh Khuong Ninh, District 1, Ho Chi Minh City •Tel: 3820 9702 •Open Hours: 9:00 am - 9:00 pm •Price range: USD 2 - 15 •Good for: Doing business, Special occasions, Entertaining clients Description: Loving Hut is one of the largest families of vegan restaurants in the world and is the winner of Veg News 2010 Favorite Vegan Restaurant award. We have more than 200 outlets in major cities all over the world. We are also the fastest growing vegan restaurant...

3T Vietnamese BBQ

Sun, 17 Apr 2016 14:42:00 +0200

•Location: 29-31 Ton That Thiep Street, District 1, Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam Tel: 3821 1631; 0908 35 75 30 •Open Hours: 16:30 am - 22:30 pm •Price range: USD 7 - 15 •Good for: Local cuisine, Large groups, Dining on a budget, Families with children •Description: A classic open air Vietnamese BBQ. Meat and sea food ,it s’ all here to be cooked by you on your table. It is busy, noisy , fun and a perfect spot for a tasty laid back evening of good local...

Lang Nuong Nam Bo

Sun, 17 Apr 2016 14:41:00 +0200

•Location: 302A To Hien Thanh, Dist. 10, Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam Tel: 3863 2309 •Open Hours: 11:00 am - 11:00 pm •Price range: USD $5 to $15 •Good for: Local cuisine, Large groups, Dining on a budget, Families with children Description: Over 50 baked dishes in a Southern countryside style as well as experienced cook staff will make you satisfied. Moreover, you may find your relaxation and excitement in the cool, natural atmosphere of a peaceful country side.

BBQ Garden

Sun, 17 Apr 2016 14:41:00 +0200

•Location: 135A Nam Ky Khoi Nghia Street, District 1 .134 - 136 Nam Ky Khoi Nghia Street, District 1, Ho Chi Minh City .,Vietnam Tel: 3823 3340 •Open Hours: 11:00 am - 11:00 pm •Price range: USD $5 to $12 •Good for: Local cuisine, Large groups, Dining on a budget, Families with children Description: Located right in the city centre, Barbecue Garden is a family style restaurant where guests share modern BBQ dishes in a natural environment. Escaping the noise...

Bo Tung Xeo

Sun, 17 Apr 2016 14:40:00 +0200

•Location: 31 Ly Tu Trong , District 1, Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam Tel: 38251330 •Open Hours: 9:00 am - 10:00 pm •Price range: USD $5 to $25 •Good for: Good for: Local cuisine, Large groups, Dining on a budget, Families with children Description: Noisy, smoky, chaotic and usually packed, this large restaurant (formerly Luong Son) has had to move from downtown. It specializes in bo tung xeo (sliced beef barbecued at the table served with mustard sauce; the name also refers to...

Hong Hai Seafood

Sun, 17 Apr 2016 14:39:00 +0200

•Location: 236 Pasteur St dist 3, Ho Chi Minh City Tel: +84 8 38204136 •Open Hours: 9:00 am - 11:30 pm • Price range: USD 5 - 20 •Good for: Families with children, Doing business, Local cuisine, Large groups, Special occasions •Description: Hong Hai seafood restaurant has been well known over 10 years for its fine seafood cuisine since it started as a small family restaurant in district 2. Now located at 236 Pasteur - District 3 - HCM City, the...

The Deck

Sun, 17 Apr 2016 14:32:00 +0200

•Location: 38 Nguyen U Di, Thao Dien, Ho Chi Minh City District 2, Vietnam •Tel: 3744 6632 •Open Hours: 8:30 – 23:30 •Price range: $20 - $50 •Good for: Romantic, Bar Scene, Groups, Business, Special Occasion Dining, Entertaining clients •Description: The Deck is situated on the banks of the Saigon River 15 minutes from the heart of Ho Chi Minh City. It is one of the city's most elegant rendezvous and the only restaurant to offer relaxed, riverside, open-air dining. Come and enjoy...

Mezz

Sun, 17 Apr 2016 14:31:00 +0200

•Location: 17 Le Duan street, Dist 1, Ho Chi Minh City •Tel: +84 38241555 • •Open Hours: 6:00 – 10:30 –11:30 -14:30 –18:30 – 22:30 •Price range: $0- $45 • •Good for: : Doing business , Entertaining clients, spec Special Occasion • •Description: Mezz interactive restaurant entreats diners to embark on a culinary journey of European and Asian buffets. Meanwhile Saigon's award-winning French restaurant L'Olivier welcomes guests to savour gourmet...

Ly Club

Sun, 17 Apr 2016 14:30:00 +0200

•Location: 143 Nam Ky Khoi Nghia . District 3 . Ho Chi Minh City |District 3, Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam •Tel: 3930 5588 •Open Hours: 10:00 – 23:00 •Price range: $10 - $40 •Good for: : Doing business , Entertaining clients •Description: Set amid a sculpted, neo-modern garden featuring settpaving and a infinity fountain, the classic French colonial-era Ly Club Saigon villa is located in Ho Chi Minh's central District 3.Wide elliptical arches, original French staircase,...

Shri restaurant and lounge

Sun, 17 Apr 2016 14:29:00 +0200

Name or restaurant : Shri restaurant and lounge Address: 72 - 74 Nguyen Thi Minh Khai St, D3, HCM Telephone: 08 3827 9631 Whether or not reservation are necessary: Reservation advisable. Opening Hours: 10am - 12pm every day, Sunday: 4:30pm - 12pm Close days: Non Name of manager: Richie Fawcett - GM. Owners: Confidential Dress code: Casual but not so formal. Atmosphere/good for: Business meeting, Event, Private Event, Family Dinner, Couple Dinner, ... Price...

Chill Fine Dining

Sun, 17 Apr 2016 14:28:00 +0200

Description: The main dining area of the restaurant accommodates 90 pax at tables with panaromic skyline views of the city at night on one side and the view of the open kitchen showcasing chefs in action and the Wine Cellar with world renowned wines. Additionally the Private Room which can be completely or partially closed, seats 10, The Rooftop seats 27, and Sky Terrace acts as a great starting & end point for dinner where you...

Noir

Sun, 17 Apr 2016 14:27:00 +0200

•Location: 178 Hai Ba Trung Street, Da Kao Ward, District 1 •Tel: 6263 2525 •Open Hours: 11:30 – 23:30 •Price range: $5 - $25 •Good for: Romantic •Description: Think of modern society and images of shining cities and glowing screens come to mind. Every facet of daily life depends on sight. How would your other senses react to dining in complete darkness? You will discover the stunning truth about how people tend to experience food with their eyes, rather than their mouths. Noir....

Koh Thai

Sun, 17 Apr 2016 14:11:00 +0200

•Location: Kumho link, Hai ba trung street, Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam •Tel: 3823 4423 •Open Hours: 11:00 – 23:30 •Price range: $5 - $15 •Good for: : Doing business , Entertaining clients Description: “Inspired by the new wave of chic Thai lounge bars and restaurants where the trendy young crowd chill in buzzing Bangkok, Koh Thai brings together the best of regional Siam cuisine, hip cocktails and cool beats. Koh Thai, means “Thai Island”, the concept has been...

Samyan

Sun, 17 Apr 2016 14:10:00 +0200

•Location: 102-104 le Lai, Dist. 1, Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam •Tel: 3925-9010 •Open Hours: 10:00 – 22:00 •Price range: $5 - $15 •Good for: : Doing business , Entertaining clients Description: We are the first an only branch in Vietnam of the Samyan Seafood restaurant already famous over 20 years in Thailand offering a special blend of refined Thai-Chinese cuisine and Seafood cuisine not found anywhere. Samyan Seafood restaurant is located in district 1, downtown...

The Racha Room

Sun, 17 Apr 2016 14:10:00 +0200

•Location: 12-14 Mac Thi Buoi, Dist 1, Ho Chi Minh City •Tel: +84 90 879 14 12 •Open Hours: 17:00 – 23:30 •Price range: $5 - $15 •Good for: : Doing business , Entertaining clients •Description: Serving up contemporary Thai cuisine in a lounge bar-style setting, this venture has transcended the difficult-to-conquer problem of the restobar — finding the right balance between the needs of the diners and those of the drinkers. •That they’re trying to...

Tuk Tuk

Sun, 17 Apr 2016 14:09:00 +0200

All it the best of both worlds: over three storeys in the heart of downtown Saigon, TukTuk pairs sumptuous, innovative Thai cuisine with the ambiance of a chic contemporary bistro. Sleek and sophisticated from the ground floor to the rooftop terrace, its traditional Thai fare boasts a 21st-century twist, rich in spice and flavour, complemented by TukTuk's stylish black-and-white surroundings. Put the two together and you've got a unique contemporary fusion of East and West,...

Yega Korean Restaurant (Song Phuong)

Sun, 17 Apr 2016 14:04:00 +0200

•Location: 34 Le Duan, District 1, Ho Chi Minh City (13 floor Diamond Plaza) •Tel: 3824 8596 •Open Hours: 9:00 am to 21:30 pm •Price range: $10 - $20 •Good for: Families with children, Doing business , , Entertaining clients • •Description: Yega Korean Restaurant is located in the Heart of Saigon on the 13th floor at the top of Diamond Plaza, you may experience their traditional Korean cuisine with a stunning 270o view of the city. Their 5 Star Korean Chef brings...

Dae Jang Gum

Sun, 17 Apr 2016 14:03:00 +0200

•Location: 39 Le Duan, Ben Nghe Ward, District 1, Ho Chi Minh City •Tel: 3825-7974 •Open Hours: 11:00 AM – 10.00 PM •Price range: $5 - $15 •Good for: Families with children, Doing business , , Entertaining clients • •Description: Not only Korean food but a full Korean experience, including greeters in Korean attire, Korean decorations.. and of course the famous full-set Korean dining. Located on the first floor of Kumho Link and the easiest...

Seoul House

Sun, 17 Apr 2016 14:02:00 +0200

•Location: 46 Bui Thi Xuan, District 1, Ho Chi Minh City •Tel: 3829 4297 •Open Hours: 7am to 10pm •Price range: $10 - $30 •Good for: : Families with children, Doing business , , Entertaining clients • •Description: Now on its third location, the simply designed Seoul House was the first Korean restaurant in town and continues to be popular. The cuisine takes on the full Korean food spreadsheet with everything from banchan starters, kim chi and bulgoggi through to barbecues,...

Sorae Restaurant - Lounge

Sun, 17 Apr 2016 13:58:00 +0200

•Location: 76A Le Lai Street, District 1 , Level 24 & 25 AB Tower, Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam •Tel: 3827 2372 •Open Hours: 11:30 am - 3:00 pm 5:30 pm - 1:00 am •Price range: $10 - $50 •Good for: Families with children, Large groups, Doing business , Entertaining clients •Description: "Sorae"- Up in the sky , is one of the most...

Kissho

Sun, 17 Apr 2016 13:57:00 +0200

•Location: 14 Nguyen Hue Boulevard,, District 1, Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam •Tel: 3823.2223 •Open Hours: 11:00 am to 23:00 pm •Price range: $10 - $ 50 •Good for: Families with children, Doing business , , Entertaining clients • •Description: Kissho Restaurant serves authentic Japanese cuisine in a contemporary interior with 1000 square meters, over 200 person seating capacity and VIP rooms. Experienced chefs prepare teppanyaki, sushi, and yakiniku dishes before your eyes using...

Rocha De Lima

Sun, 17 Apr 2016 13:57:00 +0200

•Location: 74 Hai Ba Trung Street, District 1, Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam •Tel: 3823 8793 •Open Hours: 11:00 am to 23:00 pm •Price range: $10 - $ 30 •Good for: Families with children, Doing business , , Entertaining clients • •Description: Bringing international excellence to the heart of Saigon, chefs Martin Brito, Australia and Yogo Oba, Japan (hailing from Nobu Berkeley St., London) showcase their very own cuisine and New Style sashimi, harmoniously blending Peruvian...

Ocean Palace

Sun, 17 Apr 2016 13:53:00 +0200

•Location: 2 Le Duan, Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam •Tel: 3911 8822 •Open Hours: 10:00 AM – 10:30 PM •Price range: $10 - $60 •Good for: Families with children, Large groups, Doing business , Entertaining clients •Description: Ocean Palace is proud to provide Guests with several good quality of Chinese dishes and professional service.

Yeebo

Sun, 17 Apr 2016 13:52:00 +0200

•Location: 1 Le Thanh Ton St., Ben Nghe Ward, District 1, Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam •Tel: 3824 6566 •Open Hours: 10:00 AM – 11:30 PM •Price range: $10 - $40 •Good for: Families with children, Large groups, Doing business , Entertaining clients •Description: The restaurant was established in the early 1990's. •One of the best Chinese Restaurant in town, they serve authentic Chinese cuisine featuring a colorful variety of Hong Kong Dim Sum, famous Peking Duck, deep...

Shang Palace

Sun, 17 Apr 2016 13:51:00 +0200

Renowned as one of the finest restaurants in the city, Shang Palace boasts mouth-watering Cantonese and Hong Kong cuisine served in a warm and elegant atmosphere. Whether it be an intimate dinner for two or a larger group event, Shang Palace can cater for three-hundred guests including private VIP rooms. With more than fifty Dim-Sum items and over two-hundred delectable dishes to choose from, Shang Palace is an ideal rendezvous for any dining occasion. Our signature...

San Fu Lou - Cantonese Kitchen

Sun, 17 Apr 2016 13:51:00 +0200

SAN FU LOU 1 GROUND FLOOR, AB TOWER, 76A LE LAI ST., DISTRICT 1, HCMC, VIETNAM (+848) 38239513 SAN FU LOU 2 195-197 PHAN XICH LONG ST., DISTRICT PHU NHUAN, HCMC, VIETNAM (+848) 35176168 EMAIL SANFULOU@D1-CONCEPTS.COM OPENING HOURS SAN FU LOU 1: 7:00 AM – 3:00 AM SAN FU LOU 2: 7:00 AM – 11:00 PM SAN FU LOU 1 GROUND FLOOR, AB TOWER, 76A LE LAI ST., DISTRICT 1, HCMC, VIETNAM (+848) 38239513 SAN FU LOU 2 195-197 PHAN XICH LONG...

Saigon Indian restaurant

Sun, 17 Apr 2016 13:47:00 +0200

•Location: 73, 1st Floor, Mac Thi Buoi, District 1, Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam •Tel: 3824 5671 •Open Hours: 9:00 AM – 10:00 PM •Price range: S$6 - S$20 •Good for: Local, Special Occasion Dining, Entertaining clients •Description: Saigon Indian restaurant has a warm decor and a wide variety of mouthwatering South and North Indian Cuisine hygienically prepared and a friendly staff to take care of you. We are sure the authentic food and the warm hospitality will make your trip a...

Tandoor

Sun, 17 Apr 2016 13:46:00 +0200

Name or restaurant: Tandoor Indian restaurant Address: 39A-39B Ngô Đức Kế, F.Bến nghé , quận 1, TPHCM Telephone: 08.39304839/ 08.39302468 Whether or not reservation are necessary: reservation is essential Opening Hours: lunch: 11:00AM to 2:30PM, dinner : 5:00PM to 11:00PM Close days: 4 days during Chinease new year ( 30 tết, mùng 1, 2, 3) Name...

Ganesh

Sun, 17 Apr 2016 13:45:00 +0200

•Location: •38 Hai Ba Trung , District 1 •Tel: 54 101 628/38234785 • •Open Hours: 9:00 AM – 10:15 PM • •Price range: $5 - $20 • •Good for: Local, Special Occasion Dining, Entertaining clients Description: One of the best Indian Restaurants in Vietnam offering authentic tandoori Indian food. The Ganesh Indian Restaurant serves Indian cuisine in Vietnam since 1999. www.ganeshindianrestaurant.com/

Baba's Kitchen

Sun, 17 Apr 2016 13:44:00 +0200

•Location: 164 Bui Vien, Pham Ngu Lao, District 1, Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam •Tel: 3838 6661 •Open Hours: 11:00 AM – 11:00 PM •Price range: S$6 - S$13 •Good for: Local, Special Occasion Dining, Entertaining clients •Description: Baba's Kitchen is a fairly new addition to the growing number of Indian restaurants in Ho Chi Minh City. The man behind Baba's was formerly involved with another Indian restaurant in town and has built another popular stop for curries, samosas and...

Pizza 4Ps

Sun, 17 Apr 2016 13:40:00 +0200

•Location: 8/15 Le Thanh Ton Street, District1, Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam •Tel: 3822 9838 •Open Hours: 11:00 AM – 11:00 PM •Price range: S$6 - S$38 •Good for: Families with children, Doing business , Entertaining clients, Local, Special Occasion • •Description: •"Pizza 4P's" is an Italian Japanese fusion restaurant located in the center of Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam. With homemade cheese freshly produced in Dalat farm and a hand-built wood-fired oven, they serve...

Ciao Bella

Sun, 17 Apr 2016 13:39:00 +0200

•Location: 11 Dong Du Street, District 1, Ho Chi Minh City Vietnam, Vietnam •Tel: 3822 3329 •Open hours: 10:00 AM – 11:00 PM •Price range: $5 - $30 •Good for: Family, Business, Special Occasion Dining. • •Description: Ciao Bella is known not only for its unique and reasonably priced Italian cuisine, but also for its great atmosphere, truly one of Saigon's gems. It offers fantastic fresh food, and reliable and friendly staff.  Ciao Bella's menu...

La Hostaria

Sun, 17 Apr 2016 13:38:00 +0200

•Location: 17B Le Tan Ton, Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam •Tel: 3823 1080 •Open hours: 9:30 AM - 22:00 PM •Price Range: $10 - $40 •Good for: Romantic dinner, Business lunch, Dinning out • •Description: This downtown hideaway with tasteful, rustic–style decor trawls the various regions of Italy for inspiration and the result is traditional cuisine with a light, fresh touch. Try the carpaccio misto di pesce and agnello d’antico. Also does excellent homemade pasta and some of...

Xu Restaurant Lounge

Sun, 17 Apr 2016 13:30:00 +0200

Website: www.xusaigon.com/ Our goal is to create a unique, modern Vietnamese dining experience in a world-class venue, with impeccable service and an exquisite cuisine. The modern family style – shared plate – menu at Xu Restaurant, offers Vietnamese dishes that are designed for sharing among friends and family, and are brought to the table steadily and continuously throughout the meal. Xu uses quality, local produce from the south to the north of...

Trois Gourmands

Sun, 17 Apr 2016 13:30:00 +0200

•CLASSIC FRENCH •Location: 39 Tran ngoc Dien, District 2 •Tel: 3744 4585 •Open hours: 18.30-22:00. Closed on Monday •Price range: $30 - $100 •Good for: Families with children, Romance, Doing business, Special occasions, Entertaining clients • •Desciption: •Deliberately off the radar, Trois Gourmands is the successor of the once legendary Le Toit Gourmand in Tan Binh. Despite its new District 2 location in a colonial-style bungalow, the enigmatic Gils remains at...

Song Ngu-Seafood

Sun, 17 Apr 2016 13:20:00 +0200

•Location: 70 - 72 Suong Nguyet Anh Street, Ben Thanh Ward, District 1, Ho Chi Minh City Tel: +84 28 3832 5017 •Open Hours: 10:00 am - 2:00 pm 5:00 pm - 10:00 pm • Price range: USD 15 - 100 •Good for: Doing business, Scenic view Description: Locating right in middle of Saigon downtown, at 70 Suong Nguyet Anh,...

Lemon Grass

Sun, 17 Apr 2016 13:16:00 +0200

•Location: 4 Nguyen Thiep, District 1, Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam •Tel: 028 3822 0496 •Open hours: 10:00 AM – 10: 30 PM •Price range: $10 - $40 •Good for: business , Entertaining clients, Local, Special Occasion •Desciption: Launched in 1996, located on the quiet street Nguyen Thiep, District 1, Lemongrass has a strong attraction for domestic and foreign customers who appreciate the "French" and "quality" of Vietnam cuisine. The first impression of...

Cuc Gach Quan

Sun, 17 Apr 2016 13:15:00 +0200

•Location: 10 Dang Tat , Ward Tan Dinh, District 1, Tel: 028 3848 0144 •Open hours: 9:00 AM – 11:00 PM •Price range: S$6 - S$13 •Good for: Romantic, Business, Local cuisine, Special Occasion Dining, Entertaining clients • •Description: The emphasis is on fresh ingredients and Vietnamese flavours and the vibe is warm and homely. It is the place where the true values of a “countryman” are reigning under the motto “eat green, live healthy”, every action designed to...

Nha Hang Ngon

Sun, 17 Apr 2016 13:14:00 +0200

•Location: 160 Pasteur street, Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam •Tel: 3827 7131 •Open hours: 10:00 AM – 11:00 PM Price range: $10 - $25 •Good for: Groups, Business, Local cuisine, Family. •Description: Ngon restaurant offers an extensive menu of a variety of food from the North to The South. Prices are affordable and the idea of the restaurant was to gather many different street vendors specializing in one or a few dishes each under one roof.Service is just avarage.

Temple Club

Sun, 17 Apr 2016 13:13:00 +0200

•Location: 29-31 Ton That Thiep Street, Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam •Tel: 3829 9244 •Open hours: 11:00 AM – 11:30 PM •Price range: $0 - S$25 •Good for: Romantic, Business, Local cuisine, Special Occasion Dining. • •Description: The Temple Club was opened 10 years ago in one of the largest heritage building in central Saigon. The cuisine is homely and diverse, giving a free glimpse of the different influences which modeled the old Saigon, Vietnamese, Chinese, Khmer, Indian and...

Mandarine

Sun, 17 Apr 2016 13:12:00 +0200

•Location:11A Ngo Van Nam Street, Dong Khoi Area, Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam •Tel: 3822 9783 •Open hours: 17:30 – 11:00 PM •Price range: $10- $50 •Good for: Romantic, Groups, Business, Local cuisine, Special Occasion Dining. • •Description: Offering a tempting array of dishes from all regions of the country, and traditional music performances that have a calming effect, even with a crowd. The menu includes mouth-watering Hanoi-style cha ca (filleted fish slices grilled over...

Ao Dai Museum

Sun, 17 Apr 2016 12:10:00 +0200

Opening hours: Tue to Sun: 8:30 - 17:30 Monday closed Located at 206/19/30 Long Thuan, Long Phuoc ward, the Ao dai Museum is the dream cherished for 12 years by celebrated “ao dai” designer-artist Si Hoang. Part of Hoang’s 20,000m2 Long Thuan garden house, which boasts rustic southern landscape and age-old wood architecture, the museum showcases more than 60 “ao dai” owned by the Nguyen (1802-1945) kings and royal families, female military leaders, diplomats, artists and actresses....

Southern Women's Museum

Sun, 17 Apr 2016 12:08:00 +0200

Opening Hours From 7:30 am to noon & 1:30 pm to 5:00 pm (Monday to Friday) Contact 202 Vo Thi Sau, District 3, Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam Dedicated to Vietnamese women, the Women's Museum in Saigon has exhibitions covering three floors and focuses on ethnic dress, jewellery and women's struggles. The museum is well laid out with signs in English and there is a tour showcasing the invaluable contributions of women to the fight for Vietnamese independence. Check...

Ho Chi Minh Museum

Sun, 17 Apr 2016 12:02:00 +0200

Tel: (84.4) 8463752 - 8463757 - Fax : (84-4) 8439837 - Email: bthochiminh@hn.vnn.vn - Open hours: Ho Chi Minh Museum open for visitors from 8am to 4:30pm every day of the week; Except Monday and Friday, when it is open 8am to...

Museum of History

Sun, 17 Apr 2016 11:55:00 +0200

Opening hours Tuesday to sunday + 8:00 AM – 11:30 AM + 1:30 PM – 5:00 PM Closed on monday The Museum of History in Ho Chi Minh City (MH) was established on 23 August 1979 following the acquisition of the collections of ancient arts of Viet Nam and of other Asian countries from the Viet Nam National Museum in Saigon originally established in 1929 under the name Blanchard de la Brosse Museum after the name of the then Governor of...

Fine Arts Museum

Sun, 17 Apr 2016 11:45:00 +0200

Opening Hours From 9:00 am to 5:00 pm (Tue. - Sun) Contact 97A Pho Duc Chinh, District 1, Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam The Fine Arts Museum of HCMC is set inside an exquisite French colonial villa. The first floor hosts rotating exhibits of contemporary art and the second floor features sketches, paintings and statues, many of which focus on resistance to colonial rulers. The third floor shows older works from Vietnam's history. Check out the antique working elevator that...

FITO Museum

Sun, 17 Apr 2016 11:44:00 +0200

The first Museum of Traditional Vietnamese Medicine (FITO): Nearly 3,000 items relevant to traditional Vietnamese medicine dating back to the Stone Age. Implements used to prepare traditional medicine: knives, grinders, mortars and pestles, pots and jars. Objects found in a traditional pharmacy: scale, cabinet, advertising board, printing mold, spirit gourd, tea pot, bowl, lime pot and other ceramic articles. Books and documents on traditional Vietnamese medicine. Equipped with modern...

War Remnants Museum

Sun, 17 Apr 2016 11:39:00 +0200

Opening Hours - All days of the week (including holidays) - Opening Hours: + AM: 7 hours 30 to 12 hours + Length: 13 hours and 30 to 17 hours War Remnants Museum is a unit under the Department of Culture, Sports and Tourism Ho Chi Minh City. Located in the museum system of Vietnam, the museum for world peace and a member of the World Council of Museums (ICOM), the War Remnants...

Ben Thanh Night Market

Sun, 17 Apr 2016 11:27:00 +0200

Being a bustling market in the daytime and a social center after sunset, Ben Thanh Market is absolutely a must-see attraction of the most dynamic city of Vietnam. Believe it or not, even though you have spent years shopping at several malls and commercial centers that shopping has become a boring and ordinary task to you, exploring an Asian marketis always an exhilarating experience. Visit Ben Thanh Market in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam and you will understand. Being a...

Dong Khoi Street

Sun, 17 Apr 2016 11:15:00 +0200

Home to many French colonial buildings, Dong Khoi Street has witnessed many changes in Ho Chi Minh City. During the French occupation, it was the centre of glamour and was called Rue Catinat. It became Tu Do or Freedom Street during the Vietnam War. When the Communists took over Saigon in the late 1970s, the name changed again to Dong Khoi, which means Total Revolution.Now Dong Khoi Street is at the heart of the city’s commercial life. It is still the best place to admire the grand old...

Pham Ngu Lao Street

Sun, 17 Apr 2016 11:11:00 +0200

Pham Ngu Lao Street in Ho Chi Minh City is on the western edge of District 1 and is renowned as the place where most backpacking travellers stay during their holiday. A 25-minute taxi ride from Tan Sot Nhat International Airport, it comprises numerous lanes and back alleys though the main thoroughfares include Pham Ngu Lao, De Tham, Bui Vien, and Do Quang Dao streets. Set along these alleyways are western-style restaurants, coffee shops, and international bars, countless tour companies and...

Golden Dragon Water puppet

Sun, 17 Apr 2016 10:59:00 +0200

Water puppet is a typical form of Vietnamese art, which has existed for more than 1000 years. In many guide books in Vietnam, people said that “Not watching a performance of water puppetry means not visiting Vietnam yet.” And it is definitely true that most visitors to Vietnam should try to watch a performance of water puppetry at least once. For visitors who choose Dragon Legend Cruise’s services: You will have a chance to enjoy water puppet show in Yen Duc village on the way back...

Rex Sen Vang (water puppet show)

Sun, 17 Apr 2016 10:58:00 +0200

Performemnt show: Tue - Thu - Sat - Sun, from 19:00hrs to 20:00hrs. Tiket selling price: VND 300,000 Tiket payment: at ticket office or at Concierge counter Contact: 84 8 38292185 - ext:7721. Hotline: 0929 300 099 Add: 141 Nguyen Hue blvd Rex Sen Vang Theater will debut its first water puppetry and cultural performance program at the Vertical Garden of the five-star Rex Hotel Saigon in District 1, HCMC at 8 p.m. on September 17. The show will start with a performance...

Mariamman Hindu Temple

Sun, 17 Apr 2016 10:57:00 +0200

The Mariamman Hindu Temple is open every day from 07:00 until 19:00 and is located at 45 Truong Dinh Street in District 1, just three blocks to the west of Ben Thanh Market. Dress conservatively and remember to remove your shoes before you enter. It is the only Hindu temple that is still open in the city and is considered sacred by Hindu and non-Hindu Vietnamese. The temple is rumoured to have miraculous powers giving luck and wealth to those who worship within its walls. Built at...

Jade Pagoda

Sun, 17 Apr 2016 10:54:00 +0200

Opening Hours: 08:00 – 17:00 Location: 73 Mai Thi Luu, District 3 Remarks: There is no entrance fee but visitors can make donations Emperor Jade Pagoda, also known as Tortoise Pagoda, is one of the five most important shrines in Ho Chi Minh City. Built at the turn of the 20th Century by a community of Cantonese who migrated from Guangzhou province in Southwest China, this pagoda is a fine representation of Mahayanist branch of Buddhism that is practiced widely in Vietnam. In the main...

Reunification Palace

Sun, 17 Apr 2016 10:51:00 +0200

The Reunification Palace is open from 07:30-12:00 then 13:00-16:00. Tickets are purchased at the main gate and visitors will be checked for security reasons. Free guided tours are available in English, French, Japanese and Chinese (invaluable as there are not many signboards inside). The iconic Reunification Palace made its name in global history when in 1975 a tank belonging to the North Vietnamese Army crashed through its main gate – thus signifying the end of the Vietnam War. This image is...

Notre Dame Cathedral

Sun, 17 Apr 2016 10:47:00 +0200

Opening hour: 9:00-11:00 15:00-16:00 Sunday 9:00am English In a quiet corner of bustling downtown Ho Chi Minh City stands Notre Dame Cathedral, the one remaining stronghold of Catholicism in the largely Buddhist Vietnam. Built in the late 1880s by French colonists, it was formerly called Saigon Church. The name Notre Dame was given after the installation of the statue ‘Peaceful Notre Dame’ in 1959. In 1962, the Vatican conferred the Cathedral status as a basilica and gave it the official name...

Bitexco Financial Tower

Sun, 17 Apr 2016 10:45:00 +0200

Bitexco Financial Tower at a height of 262 meters is the tallest building in Ho Chi Minh City up to date. With design concept is taken from the shape of a lotus bud, the Vietnam national flower, Bitexco Financial Tower is not merely a building which is covered in glass and steel, but also a symbol of beauty and the rapid development of Ho Chi Minh City economy, a key economic region in Vietnam. Bitexco Financial Tower is a typical example for creativity and unique design. One of the...

Parkson Plaza Department Store

Sat, 16 Apr 2016 21:44:00 +0200

Parkson Plaza is an international standard department store that is laid out in the tried and tested formula of cosmetics and perfumes on the ground floor, fashion for men and women on the second and third floors, with homeware and restaurants on the fourth. This is a compact shopping experience with mid- to high-range products such as Coach, Calvin Klein and Lacoste. Address: 45 Le Thanh Ton Street, District 1. Opening Hours:9:30 - 22:00. Tel: +84 (0) 8 3827 7636

Diamond Plaza

Sat, 16 Apr 2016 21:43:00 +0200

Diamond Plaza is a department store in District 1 that is surrounded by many of Ho Chi Minh’s most popular attractions such as Notre Dame Cathedral and April 30th Park. Housed in a converted period building, there are several floors of shopping separated into men’s and women’s fashion, homeware, and sports goods. Once you’ve finished shopping, there are multiple dining and entertainment venues to enjoy. In particular, family friendly activities located in Diamond Plaza include bowling and a...

Saigon Square

Sat, 16 Apr 2016 21:42:00 +0200

Anyone looking for bargains while in Saigon should head to Saigon Square on the corner of Nam Kỳ Khởi and Le Loi in District 1. This shopping arcade is packed with stalls on two levels selling fashion, accessories and jewellery – be aware of forgeries though, and remember the old adage that if it seems too good to be true it probably is. Even though it’s always bustling with shoppers, Saigon Square is air conditioned and under cover so it is far more pleasant than shopping in the nearby Ben...

Vincom Center

Sat, 16 Apr 2016 21:40:00 +0200

With more than 250 shops, Vincom Center is Ho Chi Minh City’s biggest shopping mall – so big in fact, that they have separated it into two separate buildings just across the street from each other. Vincom Center A is housed in a delightful French styled period building connected to The Continent Hotel, while Vincom Center B is just behind it, occupying the first five storeys of a modern, glass-fronted skyscraper. If you are looking for international products then this should be your first stop...

Shri Rooftop Bar & Restaurant

Sat, 16 Apr 2016 21:31:00 +0200

Shri Rooftop Bar & Restaurant at Centec Tower overlooks some of Ho Chi Minh’s top attractions, including Reunification Palace, Notre Dame Cathedral, Kumho Plaza, and Lotus Building, as well as the Phu My Suspension Bridge over Saigon River. Open all day, you can savour modern European and Vietnamese fare at the indoor dining area before enjoying the rest of the night at the rooftop bar and lounge. Shri Rooftop Bar & Restaurant is fitted with modern decor, ample sofas, and a...

EON 51 Heli Bar

Sat, 16 Apr 2016 21:30:00 +0200

Known as Vietnam’s tallest nightlife spot, EON 51 Heli Bar features a cosmopolitan setting, live acoustic performances, talented DJs, and an extensive alcohol list, not to mention vertigo-inducing views of Ho Chi Minh City. Formerly known as Alto, it is located on the 51st floor of Bitexco Financial Tower which is a short five-minute walk from Hotel Majestic Saigon. Drinks-wise, cocktails and beers are priced from VND 210,000 and 90,000 VND respectively. Happy hour promos start from 17:00...

Glow Skybar

Sat, 16 Apr 2016 21:29:00 +0200

Glow Skybar Saigon, set within District 1, boasts a beach club atmosphere with expansive views of the city’s modern and colonial architecture. Attracting well-dressed expats and locals looking to dance to deep and tropical house tunes, this rooftop bar is fitted with plenty of tropical trees, black-and-white furnishing, spacious dancefloor, and a fully-stocked bar on the main deck. Happy hour promos are between 17:00 and 20:00, where you can enjoy 50% off on beers, mixed drinks, wines by the...

Chill Sky Bar

Sat, 16 Apr 2016 21:28:00 +0200

Chill Skybar is a casual, upscale establishment in Ho Chi Minh City consisting of an outdoor posh sky bar, in-door lounge, covered outdoor terrace and most notably the unparalleled breath-taking views of Vietnam's largest city. Located on the top of AB Tower, next door to the New World Hotel, Chill provides customers with the unique opportunity of eating a decadent meal and drinking world class cocktails with the stunning views of the skyline and notable landmarks as their exclusive...

Rex Hotel Rooftop Bar

Sat, 16 Apr 2016 21:28:00 +0200

Set on the fifth floor, Rex Hotel Rooftop Bar makes up for its modest height with breath-taking views of Vietnam’s French colonial structures such as Saigon Opera House and People’s Committee Hall. Rex Hotel Rooftop Bar is also fitted with an elevated stage and dancefloor, hosting live Latino bands and salsa performances at 20:00 onwards. The price range here is fairly in line with most rooftop bars in Ho Chi Minh City, but you can enjoy selected alcohols at 20% off from 16:00 to...

Lush

Sat, 16 Apr 2016 21:23:00 +0200

Lush is one of the longest running nightlife establishments in Ho Chi Minh City, opening it's doors to the public on June 15, 2004. It's always played a leading role in the Saigon nightlife culture, having hosted some the best local, international DJs, and other talents and being frequented by the top trendsetters of the country.

Apocalypse Now

Sat, 16 Apr 2016 21:20:00 +0200

A ten-minute walk away of the backpacker district of Dong Khoi is Apocalypse Now, a legendary bar with an upstairs nightclub that draws a steady following of backpackers, expats and well-dressed locals. While it isn’t the most sophisticated of clubs, Apocalypse Now still offers a fun night out, with cheap drinks promotions, good mix of pop and trance tunes, as well as plenty of space for dancing and enjoying the evening with a few drinks. Unlike most nightclubs in Saigon, Apocalypse Now stays...

Ben Thanh Street Food Market

Sat, 16 Apr 2016 21:08:00 +0200

The market, located on District 1's Thu Khoa Huan Street, is decorated with brightly colored murals and a retractable awning overhead, which can be opened or closed to suit the weather. Geared toward foreign tourists, its cluster of vendors sell everything from snacks and desserts to barbecue, Vietnamese dishes and other Asian favorites. Just behind the larger Ben Thanh Market, the street food center serves as an outdoor food court to its traditional counterpart, reminiscent of...

Acoustic Bar

Sat, 16 Apr 2016 20:04:00 +0200

The Acoustic Bar in Ho Chi Minh is the venue of choice for Vietnam’s up and coming rock musicians. This is the place where legends never die and you can hear amazing renditions of – amongst others – Jimi Hendrix, The Doors and John Lennon. But it’s not limited to the classics; the international roster of musicians is free to rock on with anthems from any era. The place itself is part bar, part cafe, with plenty of sofas for chilling with a coffee in the early evening and standing room for when...

Hard Rock Cafe

Sat, 16 Apr 2016 20:03:00 +0200

Hard Rock Cafe is a bar that needs no introduction – creative cocktails, huge portions of tex-mex favourites, memorabilia on the walls and a kick ass live band to entertain you after dinner. It’s a formula that has won plaudits from New York to New Deli and keeps tourists returning again and again. The live bands at Hard Rock Cafe in Ho Chi Minh are technically excellent and play a varied and middle-of-the-road selection of rock ballads and a few anthems to get people out of their chairs and...

Sax n’ Art Jazz Club

Sat, 16 Apr 2016 20:03:00 +0200

Dark and smoky, this live jazz bar is unique in Ho Chi Minh – somewhere to listen to contemporary jazz with subtle Vietnamese influences thanks to the talented owner who plays several traditional instruments on stage. Sax n‘ Art is more expensive than most bars in the city, and some people are put off by the $5 entry free added to their first drink, but that is the price you must pay to listen to Vietnam’s best jazz band in a compact and personal space. The house band weaves between jazz...

Yoko Bar

Sat, 16 Apr 2016 20:02:00 +0200

Opening Hours: 19:00 – 24:00 (Live music from 21:00) Address: 22A Nguyen Thi Dieu, District 3 Tel: +84 (0) 28 3933 0577 A short moto-taxi out from Ho Chi Minh’s tourist centre, Yoko Bar plays host to an assortment of bands playing rock and acoustic jazz pop in a smallish bar with a unique ‘lived in’ style. This is a true live music bar so there are bands playing every night of the week with a regular crowd of Ho Chi Minh scenesters and expats. Expect to hear some classic rock tunes along...

Seventeen Saloon

Sat, 16 Apr 2016 20:01:00 +0200

Opening Hours: 19:00 – 02:00 (live music from 21:00) Address: 103A Pham Ngu Lao Street, District 1 Tel: +84 (0) 28 3914 0007 Picture this: a Filipino band line dancing in Stetson hats and cowboy boots in a wooden, saloon type bar in Ho Chi Minh City. Sound interesting? Then you have to check out Seventeen Saloon: a two storey live music hall with rock and roll on both floors and a mostly Vietnamese crowd. Bands play all night at top volume so this isn’t the best place for quiet chat but...

VAN KIEP STREET

Sat, 16 Apr 2016 19:57:00 +0200

Even in the light drizzle of a cool rainy season evening Van Kiep Street is a thrilling exhibition of Vietnamese street food. Showcasing dozens of different dishes all in the space of a couple hundred metres, Vạn Kiếp Street straddles the border of two of Saigon’s most vibrant districts, Phu Nhuan and Binh Thanh. Neon signs prick the night, illuminating the slanting rain as they announce the specialities of each food and drink outlet: phở, bánh canh cua, bánh mì, bánh xèo, bún mắm, bún bò...

SU VAN HANH STREET

Sat, 16 Apr 2016 19:55:00 +0200

Sư Vạn Hạnh is a long, lively street in general, but the section between Ngô Gia Tự and Nguyễn Chí Thanh streets is partiuclarly frenetic and jam-packed with excellent street food. When I lived just up the road from here, my housemates and I referred to it as ‘The Ghetto’, because the area is dominated by several run-down, Soviet-style apartment blocks. Because there are so many people living so closely together in this neighbourhood (and because conditions are so cramped inside that...

PHAN VAN HAN STREET

Sat, 16 Apr 2016 19:54:00 +0200

A long, narrow street connecting two of Saigon’s biggest arteries, Phan Văn Hân Street is lined with cheap food stalls frequented by locals and students from nearby universities. Just across the Thị Nghè Channel from the glitz and glamour of Saigon’s central District 1, Phan Văn Hân Street has a very local, unpretentious atmosphere. The street is densely packed with food vendors, shops, homes, businesses and motorbikes, creating an intimate environment where space (which is in short supply) is...

VINH KHANH STREET

Sat, 16 Apr 2016 19:54:00 +0200

Apparently one of the favourite haunts of the notorious Vietnamese gangster Năm Cam (executed in 2004), today Vĩnh Khánh Street is one of the most popular places for street food in Saigon, especially seafood. Every night young people throng the sidewalks sporting trendy hairdos, tattoos, and the latest fashions from South Korea – you rarely see anyone over the age of 25 here. The atmosphere is electric: hundreds of small and large groups of friends hunker down at tiny red and blue plastic...

CO GIANG STREET

Sat, 16 Apr 2016 19:52:00 +0200

Cô Giang is a long, straight street that unofficially marks the southern perimeter of Saigon’s burgeoning backpacker area in District 1. However, Cô Giang Street is a lot quieter than Phạm Ngũ Lão, Bùi Viện and Đề Thám streets whose bars, western restaurants and mini-marts make up the centre of the backpacker district. In general, travellers who choose to stay or spend time on Cô Giang Street are looking to get something more ‘authentic’, more ‘Vietnamese’ from their time in Saigon. While Cô...

TRAN KHAC CHAN STREET

Sat, 16 Apr 2016 19:51:00 +0200

A chaotic jumble of motorbikes, cars, pedestrians, food vendors, and diners on the sidewalks devouring their dinners, Tran Khac Chan Street is a throbbing street food mecca. In the space of a couple hundred metres there are close to 50 food outlets, all vying for space and attention on this busy little street. Hemmed in at one end by the Thi Nghe Channel and at the other by the tree-lined Tran Quang Khai Street, this is a place to really let your ‘foodie instincts’ guide you: follow the smells,...

NGUYEN THUONG HIEN STREET

Sat, 16 Apr 2016 19:44:00 +0200

Lined with enormous concrete electricity pylons, Nguyen Thuong Hien is a straight and narrow street leading northeast from District 1. Yellow street lamps poke up above the squat, boxy houses, and tangled electricity cables hang in front of neon signage like jungle vines. At night, there’s a sense of Dionysian abandon on this street: hundreds of diners take their seats at sidewalk restaurants, munching on shellfish, throwing empty beer cans under their tables, talking loudly, and singing...

Mix

Sat, 16 Apr 2016 19:19:00 +0200

Address: 77 Hung Vuong, Nha Trang Tel: 093 501 9396 Opening hours: 11:00-22:00 The Greek chef are here to serve you up a range of traditional dishes including Moussaka, chicken & pork Souvlaki, Greek Salads, Grilled Meats and Keftethes Meatballs... The restaurant is located at the Nha Trang Night Market, situated on a quiet side street in the central tourist area. Sit and relax on on terraced seating with soft lights and ambient Greek music, and enjoy the food.

Le Petit Bistro

Sat, 16 Apr 2016 19:18:00 +0200

Address: 26D Tran Quang Khai, Nha Trang Tel: +84 58 3527 201 Opening hours: 7:00 am - 10:30 pm The very French countryside of traditional yellow wall with classical water fountain, the restaurant deliver French specialties and wines are served quickly at affordable prices. Cheese and wine collection in the recommendation.

Patrick Wine

Sat, 16 Apr 2016 19:17:00 +0200

Address: 3/3 Tran Quang Khai, Nha Trang Tel: +84 903 102 418 Opening hours: Web: www.patrickwine.com. Offering a truly authentic French experience with a Vietnamese twist. Homey atmosphere, very relaxed.The menu is varied and typically French with Galettes, Crepes and an assortment of main dishes. The wine list is truly staggering though - over 450 international wines, all available by the glass. Live music band after 21:00.

Good Morning Vietnam

Sat, 16 Apr 2016 19:17:00 +0200

Address: 19 Biet Thu, Nha Trang Tel: +84 58 3522 071 Opening hour: Web: www.goodmorningviet.com This long time Nha Trang favourite offers authentic Italian cuisine created by an Italian chef. Deliver classic Italian menu features fresh home-made pastas, some great meat and fish dishes, risotto, salads, soups, delicious desserts and the original thin crusted Italian pizza.

Texas BBQ

Sat, 16 Apr 2016 19:16:00 +0200

Address: 26 Tran Quang Khai, Nha Trang Tel: +84 58 3525 084 Opening hour: Web : www.texasbbqvietnam.com. For homestyle American cooking, there is no better choice in Nha Trang than Texas BBQ, a taste of Texas in Vietnam. They import their steak, chicken, and pork from the U.S. The owner Mr.Wayne always has great stories to tell, Wayne and his dedicated staff will ensure that your dining experience feels just like home.

La Mancha

Sat, 16 Apr 2016 19:15:00 +0200

Address: 17-17A Biệt Thự, Nha Trang Tel: + 84 58 3527 978 Opening hour: Web : http://www.lamancha.club/vi/ A brilliant Spanish restaurant, with authentic Spanish food and a famous sangria! This restaurant also has live music and large groups can enjoy lobster paella cooked live infront of them by a Spanish chef., La Mancha is also a great wine shop with more than 50 Spanish wines.

Swiss House La Casserole

Sat, 16 Apr 2016 19:14:00 +0200

Address: 36 Biệt Thự, Nha Trang Tel: Mr. Hugo +84 125 771 7173 Opening hour:10:00-14:00//17:00—22:00 Web : www.restaurant-lacasserole.webnode.com/ With the warm greeting upon arrival by Mr. Hugo the owner and his straff,coming to this place, you have an opportunity to try many Swiss style dishes. If you're looking for a nice dining experience at a reasonable price, try La Casserole!

Galangal Restaurant

Sat, 16 Apr 2016 19:10:00 +0200

Address: 1A Biet Thu Street, Nha Trang Tel: +84 583 522667 Opening hours: 11:00 – 21:30 Embark on a culinary journey through a fusion of authentic Vietnamese cuisine with a keen focus on street food. Galangal takes you off of the street into a clean dining ambiance, while still providing classic cuisine. We suggest the street food buffet, offering a delightful array of dishes, sure to satisfy even the most sensitive palates. Traditional cooking methods applied to fresh ingredients will make...

Viet Nam Xua Restaurant

Sat, 16 Apr 2016 19:09:00 +0200

Address: 103 Nguyen Thien Thuat Street, NhaTrang. Tel: +84 583 3524343 Opening hours: 09:00 – 22:00 Become immersed in Vietnamese history in this French colonial restaurant. Serving traditional Vietnamese cuisine, diners will enjoy delicious food in a relaxing ambiance. You will be hard pressed to find a restaurant that delivers the beauty, simplicity and subtlety of Vietnamese cuisine.

Lang Tre

Sat, 16 Apr 2016 19:08:00 +0200

Address : Xuan Lac, Vinh Ngoc - Nha Trang Tel: (84.58) 3893 787 Opening hours: 07:30 -22:00 Web: www.langtre.com.vn The unique traditional Vietnamese culture decoration, varieties kind of food services, water sport such as Kayak, bamboo skiff, picnic area, Lang Tre becomes a very special spot of Nha Trang with not only the suitable place for hang out, team building, here you also can enjoy the view of golden rice fields next to the flowing river and experience the sunset over the mountain for...

Yen's

Sat, 16 Apr 2016 19:08:00 +0200

Address: 3/2A Tran Quang Khai, Nha Trang Tel: +84 121 955 6861 Opening hour:7:00 -22:00 Web: www.in2vietnam.com The atmosphere was really enjoyable, the lovely decoration, kind waitress and delicious cuisine. Restaurant's Slogan: "Authentic Vietnamese food with a modern twist."

Nha Trang Xua

Sat, 16 Apr 2016 19:07:00 +0200

Address: Thai Thong, Vinh Thai, Nha Trang Tel: +84 58 3896 700 – Contact person: Mr. Binh: 0949 232 366 Opening hour: 8:00 -21:00 For people who like to travel back in time. The restaurant is a succession traditional houses set beside a lotus pond. It is a quiet compass of Nhatrang, 6km from city center, far away of busy life and crowd just relaxed soul and delicious dishes with many ingredients are grown on site at the 300 year old house.

Sailing Club

Sat, 16 Apr 2016 18:58:00 +0200

Address: 72-74 Tran Phu, Nha Trang Tel: +84 583 524 628 Opening hours: 07:30 – 02:00 This renowned hotspot will have you dancing late into the night. Popular with domestic and international travellers alike, Sailing Club has an open area on the beach Thursday, Friday and Saturday nights. Grooving on the sand under the stars with vibrant tunes by resident and international DJs will ensure you an unforgettable experience.

Louisiane Brewhouse

Sat, 16 Apr 2016 18:57:00 +0200

Address: 29 Lot Tran Phu, Nha Trang Tel: +84 583 521 948 Opening time: 19:00 – 01:00 Right on the beach, this open area brew house serves four delicious homemade beers along with international and Vietnamese cuisines, including a sushi bar with a variety of fresh seafood. Stop in on Wednesday for Flamenco, Friday for pop and mainstream music, or Saturday for rock and blues, all from 8:30pm. The authentic microbrews will inspire you to visit again and again.

Partrick Wine Bar

Sat, 16 Apr 2016 18:56:00 +0200

Address: 3/3 Tran Quang Khai, Nha Trang Tel: +84.903 102 418 Opening hours: 08:00 - midnight Web: www.patrickwine.com Offering a truly authentic French experience with a Vietnamese twist. Homey atmosphere, very relaxed. The menu is varied and typically French with Galettes, Crepes and an assortment of main dishes. The wine list is truly staggering though - over 450 international wines, all available by the glass. Live music band after 08:30 pm everyday.

Booze Cruise Sports Bar& Grill

Sat, 16 Apr 2016 18:55:00 +0200

Address: 110 Nguyen Thien Thuat , Nha Trang Tel: Mr. John 0168 844 7233 Opening hours: 08:00 – midnight Arguably the leading sports bar in town, there are 12 TV’s and a huge large screen to show all the live sporting action. Live music band after 08:30 pm every Friday with Swackhammer band.

Skylight :360 skydeck & Rooftop Beach Club

Sat, 16 Apr 2016 18:53:00 +0200

Address: 38 Tran Phu , Nha Trang Tel: +84 58 3528 988 Opening hours: 4:30pm – 11pm Skylight’s 360˚ Skydeck is the first attraction of its kind in Nha Trang that allows guests to experience the beautiful beach city from unrivaled heights. The 360-degree view includes the bay, city and mountain regions with different perspectives during daytime and evening hours.

Hospitals

Sat, 16 Apr 2016 18:34:00 +0200

Hanoi Family Medical Practice Van Phuc Diplomatic Compound 298I Kim Ma Street, Hanoi Tel: 04-3843-0748 Fax: 04-3846-1750 24hr emergency: 0903-401-919 Email: Hanoi@vietnammedicalpractice.com Website: www.vietnammedicalpractice.com Psychologist: Douglas Holwerta: 0128-347-2454 International SOS Clinic 51 Xuan Dieu Street Tay Ho District, Hanoi Tel: 04-3934-0666 Fax: 04-3934-0556 Hotline: 08-3829-8520 (for whole...

Dental Clinic

Sat, 16 Apr 2016 18:31:00 +0200

Serenity International Dental Clinic Address: 19 Nguyen Truong To, Hanoi Tel: (84) 989 067 888 Opening hours: 08:30 – 19:00 Closed on Sunday and public holiday Web: http://serenitydentalclinic.com/ Serenity International Dental Clinic is a reliable dental clinic running by an elite team of highly trained dentists having over 30 years combined experience in dentistry. At Serenity International Dental Clinic, they adhere to all North American healthcare standards and their infection...

Lenin Park (Cong vien Thong Nhat

Sat, 16 Apr 2016 18:26:00 +0200

Address: Tran Nhan Tong, Hanoi Opening hours: Monday to Sunday 06:00 – 21:00 Thong Nhat Park, initially called Lenin Park, is surrounded by Tran Nhan Tong, Le Duan, Dai Co Viet and Nguyen Dinh Chieu streets. The park covers an area of more than 70 ha and features many gardens and trees, as well as an island in the middle of the lake. There are game centre for children such as driving carts, a mirror house, train rides, and boats on the lake.

Westlake Water Park (Cong vien nuoc Ho Tay)

Sat, 16 Apr 2016 18:25:00 +0200

Address: 614 Lac Long Quan street Tel: 04 3718 4222 Opening hours: seasonal (please call for detail) The latest addition to Hanoi's entertainment parks, the Ho Tay Lake Water with 12 large and small slides, including some group tube rides, it is a big attraction for Hanoi families. Most Vietnamese cannot swim, but the slides, wave making pool and floating Tube Lake have been crowded since opening, with safety staff on guard at all times Moon Park stands adjacent to the Water Park. Sitting on...

Mini Golf

Sat, 16 Apr 2016 18:23:00 +0200

Address: 7fl, 23 Lang Ha (CFM building), Hanoi Tel: 090 442 8007 Opening hours: 09:00 – 22:00 Located on 7th floor, 23 Lang Ha and about 20 to 30 minutes from InterContinental Hanoi, depend on traffic. It is free to come in then you can rent balls and golf there.

We Escape - Trap Vietnam

Sat, 16 Apr 2016 18:22:00 +0200

Address: 168 Ngoc Khanh / 15B Trang Thi, Hanoi Tel: 096 226 2205 // 093 223 2408 Opening hours: 09:00 - 2230 // 09:00 - 22:00 We Escape is the best reality Escape Game provider in Ha Noi. Basically you and your team (from 4-8 people) are locked into a room. You have to find the way out based on given (or hidden) clues within 60 minutes. They have 7 different rooms with different themes and difficulties. Each room is well-designed with top-notch...

Nghia Do Park

Sat, 16 Apr 2016 18:21:00 +0200

Address: Nguyen Van Huyen street, Hanoi (Across the street from Ethnology Museum) Opening hours: Not listed A very large playground in the Nghia Do Park. This park has a beautiful lake, walking trails, an incredible and clean play area and is secured by a tall fence. The play area has fake grass, loads of different play equipment and even a zip line.

The Museum of Ethnology

Sat, 16 Apr 2016 18:21:00 +0200

Address: Nguyen Van Huyen, Hanoi Tel: +84 4 3756 2193 Opening hours: Monday: Closed – Tuesday – Sunday 8:30 – 17:30 Web: http://www.vme.org.vn/ It is a great place for all ages. It gives an excellent overview of all the minority groups in Vietnam. Beautiful costumes and well preserved artifacts. Outside, there are many type of house the kids love to crawl in and out of. Besides the museum, the best park in all of Hanoi is right across the street.

Royal City

Sat, 16 Apr 2016 18:20:00 +0200

Address: 72 A Nguyen Trai, Hanoi Tel: 04 3974 3550 Opening hours: 09:00 – 22:00 Web: http://royalcity.com.vn/vi-VN/VuichoiGiaitri/default.aspx Vincom Mega Mall Royal City offers not only the largest shopping center in Vietnam with over 600 shops, but also is a unique entertainment destination. Vinpearl Water Park offers an indoor water park open all year round with a total area of over 24.000 square meters along with the first ever international-standard indoor Vinpearl Royal City Ice Rink...

Hanoi Cooking Centre

Sat, 16 Apr 2016 18:19:00 +0200

Address: 44 ChauLong, Hanoi Tel: 04 3715 0088 Opening hours: Call for detail and reservation Web: http://hanoicookingcentre.com/ Close to our hotel around 5 minutes by taxi, Hanoi Cooking Centre is a cooking school and café. Hanoi Cooking Centre offers hands-on cooking classes and short courses in a relax atmosphere, designed by Chef Tracey Lister. Providing Vietnamese and International Cooking Classes, Street Eats and Market Tours, Corporate Team Building Classes and Cooking for...

Tini world

Sat, 16 Apr 2016 18:18:00 +0200

Address: 51 Xuan Dieu / 239 Xuan Thuy / 5th floor, 239 Tay Son Tel: 04 8582 2449 / 3795 4072 – 0918 392 072 / 0919 418 089 Web: http://www.tiniworld.com/location Tiniworld with the mission to create a safe, healthy, fun for all children to play, learn and development.

Bat Trang Ceramic Village

Sat, 16 Apr 2016 18:17:00 +0200

Address: Bat Trang Village, Hanoi Tel: Not listed Opening hours: 08:00 – 17:00 Bat Trang Village where children and adults can paint a piece of pottery to take home as a souvenir. It takes around 35 minutes from our hotel to get there by taxi. Bat Trang ceramics are produced for daily household use (bow, cup, plates, pot, bottle…), worshipping, or decoration purposes. Nowadays, the pottery artists bring into ceramics many innovations in production techniques, and creativity in...

Ginkgo T-Shirts

Sat, 16 Apr 2016 00:10:00 +0200

Address: 35 Ta Hien, 44 Hang Be, 79 Hang Gai, Hanoi Tel: (84) 4 3926 3871 / 3926 4769 / 3938 2265 Opening hours: 0800 - 2200 Ginkgo, established in Saigon in 2007, is committed to partner only with suppliers who share Ginkgo's vision of fair and environmentally friendly trade. From printed t-shirts that depict Hanoi's tangle of telephone wires to scrapbook-stitched designs of Vietnam's golden five-pointed star, you'll find a tasty, wearable souvenir....

Dong Xuan Market

Sat, 16 Apr 2016 00:09:00 +0200

Address: Dong Xuan and Hang Chieu, Hanoi Opening hours: 06:00 – 18:00 The Dong Xuan Night Market is open for locals and visitors to come and enjoy food and shopping from 08:00p.m till 2:00a.m daily. Approximately fifty businesses are operating the stands selling food, artefacts, souvenirs and tour packages amongst others. For souvenirs, you can go along Hang Gai str, Cau Go st, Dinh Tien Hoang st which are near by the Hoan Kiem lake. There are lots of selections for your...

Tan My Design

Sat, 16 Apr 2016 00:07:00 +0200

Address: 66 Hang Gai, Hanoi. Tel: (84) 4 3825 1579 Opening hours: 09:00 - 19:00 Website: http://tanmydesign.com/ Tan My Design has quitly become the destination of choice for Vietnamese fashion, art, jewellery and household products. Located right in heart of Old Quarter on Hang Gai, the store is unlike anywhere else in Vietnam. The space covers three connected terraced houses, bridging classical Hanoi architecture and international design. It has a wide variety of good quality...

Bat Trang Ceramic Village

Sat, 16 Apr 2016 00:07:00 +0200

Address: Bat Trang Commune, Hanoi Opening hours: 08:00 – 17:00 Take a short drive out of Hanoi to Bat Trang Ceramic Village, which is located on the banks of Red River. This village has been famous for it’s ceramics for a thousand years. Here you will see complete production procedure starting from preparing the day, shaping the items, decorating and putting them into the kiln.

Quoc Su Embroidery

Sat, 16 Apr 2016 00:06:00 +0200

Add 1 : 2C Ly Quoc Su, Hanoi Add 2: 107B Nguyen Thai Hoc, Hanoi Tel : (84) 4 3928 9281 / 3 747 5519 Opening hours: 09:00 – 19:00 Website: http://quocsu.com/ Quoc Su art of embroidery since 1958, traditional hand embroidery, a leading handmade embroidery manufacturer in Vietnam. All of the products are made by hand in the traditional way.

Apricot Gallery

Sat, 16 Apr 2016 00:05:00 +0200

Address: 40B Hang Bong, Hanoi Tel: (84) 4 3828 5854 Opening hours: 9:30 – 20:00 Website: http://www.apricotgallery.com.vn/ It is one of the best art galleries in Hanoi where you can meet a lot of famous artists as well. You can find a lot of nice painting here and if you would like to ship you would do so.

Chula Fashion Showroom

Sat, 16 Apr 2016 00:04:00 +0200

Address: 43 Nhat Chieu, Hanoi Tel: (84) 4 3710 1102 Hotline: +84 904 258 960 Opening hours: 09:00 – 19:00 Website: http://www.chulafashion.com/ Chula was born in 2004 in Hanoi. From the first designs they like to combine the best of 2 both countries (Spain and Vietnam). With a simple silhouette style dresses and fresh and radical graphic ideas decoration on them, Chula style has a very recognizable image that everybody...

54 Traditions

Sat, 16 Apr 2016 00:04:00 +0200

Address: 30 hang Bun, Hanoi Tel: (84) 4 3715 0794 / 3715 1569 Opening hours: Website: http://www.54traditions.com.vn/ This exhibition of cultural items from Vietnam's 54 peoples past and present is a treasure trove for those interested in understanding something of the people of this wonderful country, their practices and cultural traditions. With many items for sale, a visit here allows the opportunity to return home with a truly unique tangible memory.

Craft – Link

Sat, 16 Apr 2016 00:03:00 +0200

Address: 43 – 51 Van Mieu, Hanoi Tel: (84) 4 3733 6101 Opening hours: Website: http://www.craftlink.com.vn/ Craft Link is a Vietnamese not-for-profit, Fair trade organization which helps traditional craft product to revive their culture and improve their livehoods through handicraft production and marketing

Traditional music show in Hanoi

Fri, 15 Apr 2016 23:53:00 +0200

1. Water Puppet Show Address: 16 Le Thai To (79 Hang Trong) Tel: +84 972030420 Opening show : 15:30 - 17:00 and 18:30 ...

Vietopia Indoor Activities

Fri, 15 Apr 2016 20:31:00 +0200

Him Lam New Town 2 – 4 Road 9 , Tan Hung Ward, District 7, HCM City Contact: 18008082 or 0938242636 Website: www.vietopia.com.vn 20 minutes by Taxi and fee is around 150,000 VND Opening hour and entrance fee: Tuesday – Friday from 08:00 to 16:00 190,000 VND for Kids and 45,000 VND for adult. Saturday – Sunday and Holidays from 09:00 to 19:00 280,000 VND for Kids and 45,000 VND for...

Trang Tien Plaza

Fri, 15 Apr 2016 10:56:00 +0200

Address: Hang Bai, Hanoi Opening hours: 0930 - 2200 Web: trangtienplaza.vn TrangTien Plaza is placed in center of Hanoi. Face with the beautiful HoanKiem Lake. One of the biggest shopping malls in Hanoi .Established in 1999 and renew, develop every year. They sale the luxury brands in the world about cosmetics, clothes, shoes,..( Louis Vuitton, Dior, Lancome, Mango…)

Vincom Royal City

Fri, 15 Apr 2016 10:55:00 +0200

Address: 72A Nguyen Trai, Hanoi Opening hours: 09:30 – 22:00 Tel: 04.62857174 The new shopping mall just opened few years ago. It is the good place for tourists and people spend time for shopping, take picture together. They have the first rain fall height 14m in Hanoi and the square(30,000 m2) with the design belong to Europe style and the huge area for shopping with a lot of famous brands. They have special area for family and friend activities (Water Park, Ice Rink Royal,..). Beside...

Vincom City Towers

Fri, 15 Apr 2016 10:55:00 +0200

Address: 191 Ba Trieu, Hanoi Opening hours: 0900 - 2100 Tel: 04. 3974 9999 This tower spend totally six floors for the shopping mall to attract the local people and tourist around the world come to visit. Specially, the 5th floor they serve foods, fastfoods and different kind of restaurants which from Korea, Japan, US,.. On 6th floor, they have CGV cinema fast update for the newest movie. Also they sale the stuffs and furniture in house from normal to high-end brands...

Indochina Plaza

Fri, 15 Apr 2016 10:54:00 +0200

Address: 241 Xuan Thuy, Hanoi Tel: 1900 555596 Opening hours: 09:00 - 19:00 IPH is a fully integrated lifestyle community, connecting complementary residential, retail, commercial facilities

Pico Mall

Fri, 15 Apr 2016 10:53:00 +0200

Address: 229 tay Son, Hanoi Tel: (84) 4 6682 0400 Opening hours: 9:30 – 20:00 This is the new mall in Hanoi, they sale the domestic Vietnam brands and export from the other country as well. Inside the mall they have the CGV cinema placed on 5th floor. Pico Mall spend over 10.000 m2 area for the public activities, musical show to attract local people and tourist around the world.

Lotte Center

Fri, 15 Apr 2016 10:53:00 +0200

Addresss: 54 Lieu Giai, Hanoi Tel : (84) 4 3333 6016 Opening hours: 09:30 – 22:00 Website: lottecenter.com.vn It is the second highest tower in Hanoi. It is belong to Korea Company. They sale mostly the domestic Korea brands and some from Japan as well. They also have the high-end brands popular in the world. The Lotte center include the office for rent and hotel from the same company.

Parkson

Fri, 15 Apr 2016 10:52:00 +0200

Address: 198 Tay Son, Hanoi Tel: (84) 4 3537 8666 Opening hours: 09:00 – 21:00 A modern department store with many international fashion brand as fashion, beauty and high-end product.

Syrena Shopping Center

Fri, 15 Apr 2016 10:51:00 +0200

Address: 51 Xuan Dieu, Hanoi Tel: (84) 4 3719 7214 Opening hours: 0900 - 2100 There are restaurants, coffee shop, super market and dental clinic. An idea for people to buy daily food, snacks or local food to bring home as souvenir.

Garden Shopping Center

Fri, 15 Apr 2016 10:51:00 +0200

Address: The Manor, Me Tri, My Dinh, Hanoi Tel: (84) 4 3787 5500 Opening hours: 10:00 – 22:00 The new high-end shopping center in the Manor residential. There is 6 floors of retail space and restaurants, supermarket is located on basement area.

Health and Relaxation Service – InterContinental Hanoi Westlake

Fri, 15 Apr 2016 10:43:00 +0200

Address: Health Club – InterContinental Hanoi Westlake, 5 Tu Hoa St., Tay Ho, Hanoi Tel: +84 4 6270 8888 ext. 7331 Web: intercontinental.com/Hanoi Payment method: Cash, debit cards and credit cards. Opening time: 09:00 – 22:00 Besides from a modern and highly-recommended fitness area and an outdoor swimming pool, InterContinental Hanoi Health Club also offers a variety of Health and Relaxation Services, ranging from facial treatments to body massage, scrub and skin treatment and foot...

Yakushi Center

Fri, 15 Apr 2016 10:42:00 +0200

Address: 6 Alley 28, Xuan Dieu, Tay Ho, Hanoi Tel: +84 4 3719 1971 // +84 3718 6335 – Hotline: +84 1662 669 522 Opening hours: Mon – Fri: 09:00 – 20:30 Sat, Sun: 09:00 – 19:30 Payment method: Cash only Web: http://www.yakushicenter.com/ Yakushi Nyorai is the Japanese name of the Madicine Buddha. Yakushi Center offers the traditional medicine and therapy that have deep Asian roots and reflect the energies of compassion and...

Amadora Spa

Fri, 15 Apr 2016 10:42:00 +0200

Address: 250 Ba Trieu, Hoan Kiem, Hanoi Tel: +84 4 3978 5407 Opening time: 09:00 – 21:30 (last order at 20:00) Payment method: Cash (VND only), credit cards Web: http://amadoraspa.vn/ This is a spacious Champa-culture-inspired spa locating in the busy center of Hanoi. Amadora designs its own care processes including water based treatment, light based therapy, Turkish Hamam steam sauna and Himalaya hot stone massage etc. This spa has of 5 floors including 14 spa rooms for skin care, 1...

Anam QT Spa

Fri, 15 Apr 2016 10:41:00 +0200

Address: 42 Hang Trong St., Hoan Kiem, Hanoi Tel: +84 4 3928 6116 / 3928 8488 Hotline: +84 902 286 116 Opening time: 10:00 – 22:00 (last order 21:30) Payment method: Cash (VND, USD, JPY), credit cards Web: http://www.anamqtspa.com/ Anam QT is a five-storey spa in the Old Quarter with the operation time of 20 years (since 1996). Among their service, the QT’s Signature Holistic Massage is recommended. This is an Anam-designed service focusing on relaxation effects. Besides from this, Anam...

Elite Spa

Fri, 15 Apr 2016 10:41:00 +0200

Address: Level 5, Syrena Tower, 51 Xuan Dieu, Tay Ho, Hanoi Tel: +84 4 3718 6433 – Hotline: +84 165 257 9789 Opening time: + Mon – Fri 09:00 – 21:00 (last order at 20:00) + Sat, Sun: 09:00 – 20:00 (last order at 19:00) + Manicure:...

Vi Spa

Fri, 15 Apr 2016 10:39:00 +0200

Address: 7 Hang Buom St., Hoan Kiem, Hanoi Tel: +84 4 3935 0607 / 6675 4841 Hotline: +84 912 748 465 Opening time: 09:00 – 22:30 (last order) Web: http://vispa.vn/ Payment method: Cash, debit card and major credit cards Located in the Old Quarter, Vi Spa offers various massage styles such as the signature Synergy treatment or the traditional herbal hot compress massage. Types of service available are manicure, pedicure, waxing service, massage therapy, skin care and body...

SF Spa

Fri, 15 Apr 2016 10:39:00 +0200

Address: 1. 7 Cau Go Lane, Cau Go St., Hoan Kiem, Hanoi – Tel: +84 4 3926 2323 / 3926 2727 2. 30 Cua Dong St., Hoan Kiem, Hanoi – Tel: +84 4 3926 2032 / 3747 5301 Opening time: 09:00 – 23:00 Payment method: Cash (VND, USD), debit card, most major credit cards Web: http://sfintercare.net/ SF Spa has a well-trained and professional team who cares meticulously about the well-being and comfortness of the guests. Located in the...

Zen Spa

Fri, 15 Apr 2016 10:36:00 +0200

Address: 164 Tu Hoa, Tay Ho, Hanoi Tel: +84 4 3719 9889 – Hotline: +84 934 459 086 Opening time: 09:00 – 21:00 (last order at 20:00) Payment method: Cash and credit card (Visa, Master, JTB, Amex) Web: http://zenspa.vn/ One of the very first Vietnamese spa chains, Zen Spa has now spread successfully throughout the country and is well known for its ‘Vietnamese sense’ after 13 years of operation. Housed in a villa overlooking West Lake, Zen Spa Tu Hoa offers a...

Body & Soul Spa

Fri, 15 Apr 2016 10:35:00 +0200

Address: Lane 1 Au Co, No 14 Xom Chua Kim Lien, Nghi Tam, Tay Ho, Hanoi Tel: +84 9042 41 314 Email: bodyandsoultrahanoi@gmail.com Opening time: 09:00 – 19:00 (no walk in) Payment method: Cash (VND only), credit cards (Visa, Master, no Amex) Web: http://www.bodyandsoul.com.vn/ Opened in 2001, Body and Soul offers high class service, but in a limited number of slots as this is a small spa with 4 rooms only. Most of their guests are regular ones and the spa requires advance booking via...

Orchids Spa

Fri, 15 Apr 2016 10:35:00 +0200

Address: 1. 34 Luong Ngoc Quyen St., Hoan Kiem, Hanoi Tel: +84 4 3926 4862 / Hotline: +84 984 537 339 Opening time: 09:00 – 21:30 (last order at 20:00) 2. 108 Hang Trong St., Hoan Kiem, Hanoi Tel: +84 4 3938 2289 / Hotline: +84 912 318 432 Opening time: 09:00 – 22:00 (last order at 21:00) Payment method: Cash, VISA and Master card Web: http://orchidsspa.com.vn/ This is a middle-segment spa locating in the Old...

Tailors Made

Fri, 15 Apr 2016 10:19:00 +0200

Tailort Add: 5 Tay Ho, Hanoi Tel: (844) 3719 1575 // (84) 120 537 9033 Opening Hours: 10:00 – 20:00 Email: tailort@suit-ya.com Website: http://tailort.com/ This is a one of good place to make men suits, shirts in Hanoi and they can speak English which is easy to communicate. It is a Japanese company which they have 2 stores in Hanoi (Clom’s Closet). Hoa Tailor Add: 1A Xuan Dieu, Hanoi Tel: (844) 3823 8498 // (84) 989 099 268 Opening...

Hoan Kiem Lake (Ho Hoan Kiem)

Fri, 15 Apr 2016 09:23:00 +0200

Address: Le Thai To, hanoi Open hours: Dawn to dusk, daily This small lake between the Old Quarter and the French Quarter is central to Hanoian folklore. A ghostly shrine (the Turtle Pagoda) standing on an islet at its center pays homage to a golden turtle. In the 15th century, this heroic reptile is said to have returned a magic sword to its home in the lake after it had been taken. These days, the sculptured park along the banks plays host to postcard sellers, hawkers, old men playing...

Hanoi’s Old Quarter (Pho co Ha Noi)

Fri, 15 Apr 2016 09:22:00 +0200

Address: Hoan Kiem, Hanoi If you only have time to do one thing in Hanoi, we recommend that you take the time to walk through Hanoi's Old Quarter. After all, the history of Hanoi goes back over 2,000 years, and the Old Quarter in particular retains an ambiance that gives one insight into the past as well as the present. The streets are always alive and bustling. Hanoi wakes up early. By 5:30 am, people are out on the sidewalk exercising, washing clothes, and playing badminton....

Hanoi Opera House

Fri, 15 Apr 2016 09:21:00 +0200

Address: 1 Trang Tien, Hanoi The Hanoi Opera House is situated on Le Thanh Tong St., Hanoi, near the Red River and several hundred meters east of Hoan Kiem Lake. The Hanoi Opera House is renowned for its unique architecture and good composition. It is furnished rationally and harmoniously. Since its establishment, the Hanoi Opera House is the largest theatre in Vietnam. Today, it is also a tourist attraction for local and foreign visitors.

The Ancient House

Fri, 15 Apr 2016 09:21:00 +0200

Address: 87 Ma May, Hanoi Open hours: 08:30 – 16:30 Ticket: VND 20.000 This house in the Old Quarter was restored in 1999, as an example of an ancient Hanoian home. It represents the architecture of the Old Quarter, and is decorated to reflect ancient houses of Hanoi.

Bat Trang Ceramic Village

Fri, 15 Apr 2016 09:20:00 +0200

Address: Bat Trang, Hanoi Time: 08:00 – 17:00 Bat Trang ceramics are produced for daily household use (bow, cup, plates, pot, bottle…), worshipping, or decoration purposes. Nowadays, the pottery artists bring into ceramics many innovations in production techniques, and creativity in products’ features, hence many new products have been born, and even daily household items may have the beauty like decoration ones.

Ancient Citadel

Fri, 15 Apr 2016 09:19:00 +0200

Address: 19C Hoang Dieu, Hanoi Open Hours: 08:30 – 11:30 & 14:00 – 17:00 Ticket: VND 30.000 (Under 15 years old will be free) In 1010, King Ly Thai To moved the capital from Hoa Lu to Thang Long, the castle was built and expanded in the following reign. Thang Long is planning with three nested rounds. The Long Phuong Ly – Tran is in the palace area. Citadel in the middle covers the economic area in the east. La Thanh or Dai La Thanh is outmost citadel. In 1805, the Nguyen...

Temple of Literature (Van Mieu – Quoc Tu Giam)

Fri, 15 Apr 2016 09:18:00 +0200

Address: Van Mieu, Hanoi Open Hours: Everyday 07:30 – 17:30 (April – October) 08:00 – 17:00 (November – March) Ticket: VND30.000 In 1070 King Ly Thanh Tong founded this temple to pay tribute to education and to those of high academic achievement. Six years later, it became home to Hanoi's first university. Even now, more than 200 years after the last national examination, the site's five courtyards still enjoy an atmosphere of higher learning. Today, art students sit on the grass...

Vietnam Fine Arts Museum

Fri, 15 Apr 2016 09:17:00 +0200

Address: 66 Nguyen Thai Hoc, Hanoi Telephone: +84 4 3733 2131 Open Hours: 08:30 – 17:00 Ticket: VND 30.000 http://www.vnfineartsmuseum.org.vn/ Previously, the French had used this building as the Ministry of Information, but now this large building opposite the Temple of Literature houses samples from Vietnam's finest artists. Although some works are modern, the majority of art is traditional lacquer, oil or ceramics. For people interested in Asian art and design, this is a good place...

Vietnam Museum of Ethnology

Fri, 15 Apr 2016 09:17:00 +0200

Address: Nguyen Van Huyen, Hanoi Telephone: +84 4 3756 2193 Open Hours: Tuesday – Sunday 8:30 – 17:30. Close on Monday Ticket: VND 40.000 http://www.vme.org.vn/ The French-designed building and surrounding grounds, which simulate life in the provinces, warrant the trip even before you step inside. The museum displays a dizzying array of artifacts from all over Vietnam. Brief descriptions in French, English and Vietnamese of tools, clothing and recreated homes provide a sketch of several...

Maison Centrale (Hoa Lo)

Fri, 15 Apr 2016 09:16:00 +0200

Address: 1 Hoa Lo, Hanoi Telephone: +84 4 3824 6358 Open Hours: 08:00 – 16:30 Ticket: VND 20.000 The French built this prison in 1896 to house up to 450 opponents of colonialism. However, in reality more than four times this number was imprisoned in appalling conditions. Indeed, the tiny, damp and dark cells evoke eerie claustrophobia, which would be multiplied by the use of manacles and the presence of rats. More recently, American prisoners of war were kept here, including the first...

Hair Salons in Hanoi

Fri, 15 Apr 2016 09:04:00 +0200

Q Cuts Hair Salon Add: 49 Au Co, Tay Ho, Hanoi Tel: +84 126 358 0028 (Mr. Toni Hair Stylist) Opening time:9:30 – 19:00 Payment methods: Accept both of Card and Cash ( VND/USD/EURO). The bill >1,000,000 VND guests need to pay 3,5% service charge for bank. A hair salon about 05-07 minutes walking from InterContinental Hanoi Westlake, Q Cuts is a popular salon among expats in Hanoi. Mr. Toni has excellent English and can apply modern hair styles for both men and women. Note:...

Ngoc Son Temple

Fri, 15 Apr 2016 09:00:00 +0200

Address: hoan Kiem Lake, Hanoi Open hours: 08:00 – 17:00 Ticket: VND 20.000 This temple alongside Lake Hoan Kiem was built in the 19th century, and named after Saint Van Xuong. Confucian scholar Nguyen Van Sieu had a large pen-shaped tower built at the entrance of the temple in 1864, featuring three Chinese characters, Ta Thanh Thien, which literally means "to write on the blue sky is to imply the height of a genuine and righteous person's determination and will."

Kim Lien Pagoda

Fri, 15 Apr 2016 08:59:00 +0200

Address: Nghi Tam, Hanoi Open hours: 08:00 – 17:30 Ticket: Free According to history, the Ly Than Tong King had a daughter called Princess Tu Hoa. He built a place which was named for his daughter Tu Hoa. He...

Quan Thanh Temple

Fri, 15 Apr 2016 08:59:00 +0200

Address: Thanh Nien, Hanoi Open hours: 08:00 – 17:30 Ticket: VND 10.000 Quan Thanh temple is an important historical and cultural place in Hanoi. According to the legend, Tran Vu is a figure who helped King An Duong Vuong chase away demons during the construction of Co loa Citadel. The temple first existed in the south of the To Lich River (1160) but then was moved to the North-west of the capital (the present site) (1474). It is one of the “Thang Long Tu Tran” which honors...

Temple of Literature (Van Mieu – Quoc Tu Giam)

Fri, 15 Apr 2016 08:58:00 +0200

Address: Van Mieu, Hanoi Open Hours: Monday – Sunday 8:00 – 17:00 In 1070 King Ly Thanh Tong founded this temple to pay tribute to education and to those of high academic achievement. Six years later, it became home to Hanoi's first university. Even now, more than 200 years after the last national examination, the site's five courtyards still enjoy an atmosphere of higher learning. Today, art students sit on the grass and try to reproduce the traditional Vietnamese architecture on...

Tran Quoc Pagoda

Fri, 15 Apr 2016 08:58:00 +0200

Address: Thanh Nien, Hanoi Open hours: 08:30 – 17:30 Ticket: ...

Tay Ho Pagoda

Fri, 15 Apr 2016 08:57:00 +0200

Address: Dang Thai Mai, Hanoi Open hours: 08:00 – 17:30 Ticket: Free Named after the lake it sits beside, the pagoda occupies a superb position on a tongue of land projecting into the water. It is dedicated to Thanh Mau, the Mother Goddess, who appeared on the lake as a pretty girl, smiling and reciting poetry to a fisherman, then vanished. It is one of Hanoi's most popular pagodas, attracting many worshipers on the first and 15th of each lunar month. It’s also a delightful...

St. Joseph’s Cathedral (Nha Tho Lon)

Fri, 15 Apr 2016 08:56:00 +0200

Address: 40 Nha Chung, Hanoi Tel: +84 4 3828 5967 Mass Hours: - From Monday to Friday: 05:30 and 18:15 - Saturday: 18:00 - On Sunday: Vietnamese: 05:00, 07:00, 09:00, 16:00, 18:00, 20:00 and French: 11:00 St. Joseph's Cathedral, which...

Cua Bac Church

Fri, 15 Apr 2016 08:55:00 +0200

Address: 56 Phan Dinh Phung, Hanoi Tel: +84 4 3733 5450 Mass hours: - Tuesday, Thursday: 05:30 - Monday, Wednesday, Friday:...

Rooftop Bar

Thu, 14 Apr 2016 08:56:00 +0200

Address: The 19th floor, pacific Palace, 83B Ly Thuong Kiet Tel: (04) 3946 1902 Opening hours: 0900 until late They serve set lunch everyday with a choice of 8 to...

Sunset Bar

Thu, 14 Apr 2016 08:56:00 +0200

Address: 1A Nghi Tam, Hanoi Tel: (04) 6270...

88 Lounge

Thu, 14 Apr 2016 08:55:00 +0200

Address: 88 Xuan Dieu, Hanoi Tel: (04) 3718 8029 Opening hours: 1700 till late A wine bar with difference, this addition to the watering hole scene in Westlake mixed contemporary design, black ceilings, subtle lighting and an International aesthetic with one of the...

The Republic

Thu, 14 Apr 2016 08:54:00 +0200

Address: 7A Quang An,...

Red River Tea Room

Thu, 14 Apr 2016 08:54:00 +0200

Address: 25 Duong Ven Ho / Xuan Dieu, Hanoi Opening hours: 1400 - 2330 A warm, quiet and friendly pub offering a rotating selection of International and local beers, wine from around the world, mixed drinks, a few cocktails, and a nice view of Westlake. ...

The Bank

Thu, 14 Apr 2016 08:53:00 +0200

Address: 6fl, 41 Hai Ba Trung, Hanoi Tel: 094 490 3232 Opening hours: 1000 - 2400 One of the biggest night club in Hanoi, with 3 venues: - F Bank (house funky dirty...

Jaspas Bar

Thu, 14 Apr 2016 08:53:00 +0200

Address: 4th foor, Somerset Grand Hanoi, 49 Hai Ba Trung Tel: (04) 3934 8325 Opening hours: 0630 – 00:30 Jaspas is clean and trim restaurant /bar with a largely business crowed as well...

Seventeen Cowboys

Thu, 14 Apr 2016 08:52:00 +0200

Address: 98B Tran Hung Dao street, Hoan Kiem district Tel: (04) 3942 6822 Opening hours: 18:00 – Midnight Since its opening, trendy young Vietnamese have been packing through the Seventeen Saloon’s swinging doors and whooping it up with whiskey and tequila served by waitresses in cowboy hats and jeans. Live music is available every night with the bands from the Philippines.

Level 10

Thu, 14 Apr 2016 08:51:00 +0200

Address: 10th fl, 57 Ly Thuong Kiet, Hanoi Tel: 012 1619 1010 Opening hours: 18:00 till late Located on Ly Thuong Kiet street that is rising as the nightlife center of Hanoi. Accommodating up to 300 people, the main nightclub area offers a high-energy experience for table guests who wish to be at the center of the action. Positioned at the...

Milan

Thu, 14 Apr 2016 08:37:00 +0200

Address: 1A Nghi Tam, Hanoi Tel: (04) 6270 8888 Opening hours: 18:00 – 22:30 Websitetp://www.ihg.com/intercontinental/hotels/gb/en/hanoi/ hanhb/hoteldetail/about-the-hotel/dining Experience a slice of Italy at Milan Italian Restaurant. Take in views of Hanoi while...

La Verticale

Thu, 14 Apr 2016 08:36:00 +0200

Address: 19 Ngo Van So, Hai Ba Trung district Tel: (04) 3944 6317 Opening hours: 11:00 – 14:00 and 18:00 – 22:00 Website: http://verticale-hanoi.com/ Fresh dishes, teamed, salted of sugared dishes. Didier Corlou's La Verticale keeps that same...

Da Paolo

Thu, 14 Apr 2016 08:35:00 +0200

Address: No18 lane 50/59/17 Dang Thai Mai, Hanoi Tel: (04) 8585 1443 Opening hours: 11:00 until midnight Website: http://www.dapaolo.vn/ An authentic Italian Restaurant - Pizzeria. A wide choice of traditional Thin...

Green Tangerine

Thu, 14 Apr 2016 08:35:00 +0200

Address: 48 Hang Be, Hoan Kiem district Tel: (04) 3825 1286 Opening hours: 10:00 – 23:00 Website: http://www.greentangerinehanoi.com/ In a lovingly restored 1928 colonial in the center of the Old Quarter, the Green Tangerine offers a menu of rich, delicious French fare and touch of Vietnamese spices. The small courtyard area is great for an afternoon drink...

Don’s Tay Ho

Thu, 14 Apr 2016 08:34:00 +0200

Address: 16/27Xuan Dieu, Hanoi Tel: (04) 3719 3719 Opening hours: 08:00 – 23:00 Website: http://www.dons-bistro.com/ Bordering Hanoi's West Lake, don's is a multi-concept establishment serving classic and innovative international cuisine, including Vietnamese...

Jacksons Steak House

Thu, 14 Apr 2016 08:34:00 +0200

Address: 23 Hai Ba Trung, Hanoi Tel: (04) 3938 8388 Opening hours: 10:00 – 23:00 Website: http://www.jacksons-steakhouse.com/cms/en/jackson-steakhouse-private-dining.html Serving all day dining and drinks with three distinct experiences are offered for customers' dining pleasure. A funky...

El Gaucho – Argentinian Steak House

Thu, 14 Apr 2016 08:33:00 +0200

Address: 99 Xuan Dieu / 11 Trang Tien, Hanoi Tel: (04) 3718 6991 / 3824 7280 Opening hours: 16:00 until late / 11:00 until late Web: http://elgaucho.asia/vietnam/?page_id=2 The “Argentinian Steakhouse El Gaucho”, is combining traditional Argentinian specialties and preparation...

Pots ‘n Pans

Thu, 14 Apr 2016 08:32:00 +0200

Address: 57 Bui Thi Xuan, Hanoi Tel: (04) 3944 0205 Opening hours: 11:30 until late Web: http://potsnpans.vn/ Vietnamese cuisine infused with an international flair. The flavors are familiar but done differently. They believe that the produce found in Vietnam should lend itself to a wider range of cooking...

The Moose and Roo Smokehouse

Thu, 14 Apr 2016 08:30:00 +0200

Address: 19/21 Hai Ba Trung, Hanoi (inside the American Club) Tel: (04) 3939 2470 Opening hours: 11:00 – 22:00 Website: http://www.mooseandroo.com/contact/ Located in the American Club, the venue has a distinctly American/country-western feel about it. Behind the bar, the walls are adorned with neon Budweiser signs and plasma TVs beaming in the latest sportscasts. The thatched cabana area is an...

Truc Lam Trai

Thu, 14 Apr 2016 08:21:00 +0200

Add: 39 Le Ngoc Han Street, Hanoi Tel: +84 4 6278.1848 Opening hour: 09:00 – 20:30 Lacto, Vegan-friendly, Vietnamese, Beer/Wine. Well presented small meals expensive by local standards. Many mock meats.

Com chay Nang Tam

Thu, 14 Apr 2016 08:21:00 +0200

Add: 79 A Tran Hung Dao, Hanoi Vietnam (at centre of city) Tel: +84 4 39424140 Open: 09:00 – 21:00. Accepts credit cards. Ovo, Lacto, Vegan-friendly, Fast food, Take-out. Popular among locals who come for the delicious veggie lunch.

Com chay Ha Thanh

Thu, 14 Apr 2016 08:20:00 +0200

Add: 116, 166 alley, Kim Ma Street, Ba Dinh district, Ha Noi, Hanoi Tel: +84 437263381/0906077598 Opening hour: 07:00 – 14:00 and 17:00 – 21:00 Vegan, Vietnamese, Take-out, Delivery Veg beef pho (noodle soup), fried cauliflower mixed with sauces, veg beef with lemon leaves, veg spring rolls, and more.

Thien Phat Chay

Thu, 14 Apr 2016 08:19:00 +0200

Add: 91 Ly Thuong Kiet Street, Hanoi / 46 Phan Boi Chau St, Hanoi Tel: +84 3 9410 584 / +84 3 938 0155 Opening hour: 09:30 – 20:30 (last order) Website: http://thienphatchay.vn/ Accept credit cards, Vegetarian 100%, Vietnamese 91 Ly Thuong Kiet more Vietnamese in decoration, 46 Phan Boi Chau more modern

Aummee

Thu, 14 Apr 2016 08:17:00 +0200

Add: 26 Chau Long Street, Hanoi Tel: +84 3 716 9696 / +84 91 822 6996 Opening hour: 09:00 – 21:30 Website: http://aummee.com/ Accept credit cards, Delivery: Within 10-kilometer-distance, starting from 11:00, applicable for the bill more than VND 300,000 A 4-floor building with each floor area up to 130m2, with seating capacity for approximately 150 people, Aummee is spacious enough to ensure luxury and privacy for business appointments, vegetarian parties or just for changing daily taste…

Sawadee - Bangkok Hanoi

Thu, 14 Apr 2016 08:15:00 +0200

Address: 52A Ly Thuong Kiet, Hanoi Tel: (84) 4 3934 5598 Opening hours: 10:00 – 14:00 and 17:00 – 22:00 Right in the heart of Ha Noi Capital, you also can enjoy the specific tastes of Thai foods at Bangkok Hanoi Restaurant. Upstairs, the bamboo-roofed balcony is worth booking for a candle-lit dinner, while downstairs is ideal for larger groups.

Thai express

Thu, 14 Apr 2016 08:14:00 +0200

Address: 2nd floor, 7 Dinh Tien Hoang, Hanoi Tel: (84) 4 6282 2822 Opening hours: 10:00 – 22:00 Web: http://thaiexpress.vn/nha-hang/ Their concept is inspired by the needs of customers who want to dine amidst a relaxed yet contemporary ambience with no strict rules on decorum, still enjoy fantastically authentic Thai cuisine and at very reasonable prices. Best of all, you can enjoy whether in a group or alone, kudos to our unique serving style of individual portions.

Thai Smile

Thu, 14 Apr 2016 08:13:00 +0200

Address: 7A/40 Xuan Dieu, Hanoi Tel: (84) 4 3718 3364 Opening hours: 10:00 – 22:00 Enjoy authentic Thai cuisine in our neighborhood, just around 10 minutes walking from our hotel.

Lustro Thai Restaurant and Lounge

Thu, 14 Apr 2016 08:12:00 +0200

Address: 57A Phan Chu Trinh, Hanoi Tel: (84) 4 6278 2628 Opening hours: 09:00 – 22:00 Web: A...

Gusto Thai

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Kimbap Jung Restaurant

Thu, 14 Apr 2016 08:08:00 +0200

Address: 178 Trieu Viet Vuong, Hanoi Tel: +84 4 3974 1698 / 090 208 8778 Opening hours: 08:30 – 22:00 Web: http://kimbapjung.vn/ It takes around 15 minutes by taxi from our hotel. If you like Gimbap so this is one of the good places to have it and also a good selection for lunch set.

Mi Han Quoc (Korean Noodles)

Thu, 14 Apr 2016 08:07:00 +0200

Address: 4fl, Ham Ca Map Building (Shark Jaws building), Dinh Tien Hoang Hanoi. Tel: +84 43936 1483 Opening hours: 0900 – 2230. It is next to Hoan...

King BBQ Restaurant

Thu, 14 Apr 2016 08:07:00 +0200

Address: 31 Phan Chu Trinh st, Hanoi Tel: +84 4 6286 0860 Opening hours: 10:00 – 14:00 and 1700 – 22:30 It takes around 10 to 15 minutes by taxi from our hotel. If you like Korean BBQ, this is among the best places to have it.

Han Kook Kwan Restaurant

Thu, 14 Apr 2016 08:03:00 +0200

Address: 31 Nguyen Chi Thanh st, Hanoit Tel: +84 4 3831 8641 Opening hours: 09:00 – 22:00 It takes around 20 minutes from our hotel by taxi. The restaurant is across from Ngoc Khanh lake on Nguyen Chi Thanh street, the restaurant featuring a variety of authentic dishes.

Ko Koong Restaurant (Co Cung Restaurant)

Thu, 14 Apr 2016 07:59:00 +0200

Ko Koong Restaurant (Co Cung Restaurant) Address: 2floor, Tower A, Kangnam, Hanoi Tel: +84 4 3762 4331 Opening hours: 09:00 – 1400 and 16:00 - 2130 It takes around 30 minutes from our hotel by taxi

CAV outing trip to Campodia

Sat, 09 Apr 2016 04:30:00 +0200

Han Kook Kwan Restaurant

Fri, 08 Apr 2016 01:24:00 +0200

Ko Koong Restaurant (Co Cung Restaurant)

Fri, 08 Apr 2016 01:24:00 +0200

Address: 2floor, Tower A, Kangnam, Hanoi Tel: +84 4 3762 4331 Opening hours: 09:00 – 1400 and 16:00 - 2130 It takes around 30 minutes from our hotel by taxi

King BBQ Restaurant

Fri, 08 Apr 2016 01:23:00 +0200

Mi Han Quoc (Korean Noodles)

Fri, 08 Apr 2016 01:23:00 +0200

Address: 4fl, Ham Ca Map Building (Shark Jaws building), Dinh Tien Hoang Hanoi. Tel: +84 43936 1483 Opening hours: 0900 – 2230. It is next to Hoan...

Kimbap Jung Restaurant

Fri, 08 Apr 2016 01:21:00 +0200

Address: 178 Trieu Viet Vuong, Hanoi Tel: +84 4 3974 1698 / 090 208 8778 Opening hours: 08:30 – 22:00 Web: kimbapjung.vn/ It takes around 15 minutes by taxi from our hotel. If you like Gimbap so this is one of the good places to have it and also a good selection for lunch set.

Sushi Dokoro

Fri, 08 Apr 2016 01:17:00 +0200

Address: 95 Xuan Dieu, Hanoi Tel: (84) 4 3718 6344 Opening hours: 11:00 – 14:00 & 17:00 – 22:30 (Mondays closed) The sushi is consistently good, the service friendly and efficient. The lunch sets are very good value - unfortunately these are not available in the evening. It's open for lunch and dinner six days a week, but closed Mondays. Recommended if you like sushi!

Ky Y

Fri, 08 Apr 2016 01:17:00 +0200

Address: 166 Trieu Viet Vuong, Hanoi Tel: (84) 4 3978 1386 Opening hours: 10:00 – 22:00 Lots of Japanese clients frequent this restaurant which has a large sushi bar and dining room downstairs and smaller rooms upstairs. Very fresh seafood and a wide choice to select from. And they grate wasabi which is so fresh and delicious!

Asahi Sushi

Fri, 08 Apr 2016 01:16:00 +0200

Address: 288 Ba Trieu, Hanoi Tel: (84) 4 3974 5945 Hotline: 0902 286 286 Opening hours: 10:00 – 23:00 Web: asahisushi.vn/vn/index.php Grand floor is the sushi on the rotation table, upstairs is teppanyaki such as meat and fish grilled space, so then upper floor is separate space that quiet. The price is not reasonable at all.

Hachi ju-hachi shouten Hanoi

Fri, 08 Apr 2016 01:16:00 +0200

Address: 168A Xuan Dieu, Hanoi Tel: (84) 4 6326 3529 Opening hours: 09:00 – 21:00 Very fresh sushi and well-presented food. Price was okay, not too high for Japanese food standard. Good view, suitable for small business meeting.

Sushi Bar (Syrena Tower)

Fri, 08 Apr 2016 01:15:00 +0200

Address: 51 Xuan Dieu, Hanoi Tel: (84) 4 3715 3894 Opening hours: 10:00 – 14:00 & 17:00 – 22:00 Web: sushibarhanoi.com/ Grand floor is the sushi on the rotation table, upstairs is teppanyaki such as meat and fish grilled space, so then upper floor is separate space that quiet. The price is not reasonable at all.

Dragon Palace (Long Dinh)

Fri, 08 Apr 2016 01:07:00 +0200

Address: 64B Quan Su, Hanoi Tel: +84 4 3942 9168 - Hotline: +84 902 286 286 Opening hours: 10:00 – 23:00 Web: www.longdinh.vn/ Customers come to Dragon Palace are not only attracted by various delicious Chinese cuisines but also its orient beauty. The décor is rooted in Asian architecture; with hundreds of multi colored lanterns cast light on curtains of glittered silk.

Ming Restaurant

Fri, 08 Apr 2016 01:06:00 +0200

Address: 1 Thanh Nien, Hanoi Tel: +84 4 3823 8888 Opening hours: 11:00 – 14:00 & 17:30 – 22:30 A fine destination for people who wish to enjoy Chinese cuisines in an Oriental...

De Nhat

Fri, 08 Apr 2016 01:06:00 +0200

Address: 12 Trang Thi / 89 Le Duc Tho, Hanoi Tel: +84 4 3824 0060 / 3975 1705 Opening hours: 10:00 – 22:00 Web: www.denhat.com.vn/ One of the Chinese Restaurant in Hanoi serving Chinese Cuisine. ...

Hai Cang Restaurant

Fri, 08 Apr 2016 01:05:00 +0200

Address: 5th floor Vincom Tower, 191 Ba Trieu, Hanoi Tel: +84 4 2220 0353 – Hotline: 096 997 8833 Opening hours: 11:00 – 14:00 & 17:30 – 22:30 Web: nhahanghaicang.vn/#_=_ Harbour restaurant space possesses a harmony between the elegance and refinement of architecture Chinese imperial palace. Coming here for a perfect dishes for ancient kings such as Shark fin, abalone, bird’s nest, sea cucumber… Located in shopping center is convenient for you after shopping.

May Man Restaurant

Fri, 08 Apr 2016 01:05:00 +0200

Address: 6B Lang Ha, Hanoi Tel: +84 4 3831 3333 Opening hours: 11:00 – 14:00 & 17:30 – 22:00 Seating: 76 people (6 private dining rooms) With a luxurious atmosphere, May Man Cuisine showcases an exquisite selection of authentic Chinese culinary delights and exquisite Yum Cha culture at its finest. Extensive a la carte menus, dim sum menus, set menus are available • Lunch from 11:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. (a la carte & dim sum) • Dinner from 5:30 p.m. - 10:00 p.m. (a la carte) • Appropriate...

Red River

Fri, 08 Apr 2016 01:04:00 +0200

Address: Floor 36, 54 Lieu Giai, Hanoi Tel: +84 4 3333 1730 Opening hours: 11:30 – 14:30 & 17:30 – 22:00 Web: www.lottehotel.com/hanoi/en/dining/resturants.asp?type=RE&seq=78#_=_ Red River offers authentic Chinese cuisine originally inspired by China`s culinary traditions with exquisite ingredients. Experience a unique culinary journey full of genuine Chinese traditions in the heart of Hanoi.

Crystal Jade Palace

Fri, 08 Apr 2016 01:02:00 +0200

Address: No 8 Do Duc Duc, Hanoi Tel: +84 4 3833 5588 ext 1137 Opening hours: 11:00 – 14:00 & 17:30 – 22:30 Web:www.marriott.com/hotels/hotel-information/restaurant/hanjw-jw-marriott-hotel-hanoi/#_=_ Crystal Jade Palace featuring authentic Cantonese cuisine with highly personalized service. The restaurant will amaze you with a main dining room of 70 seats and 6 discreetly accessible, luxuriously appointed private dining rooms in...

Green Tangerine

Fri, 08 Apr 2016 00:52:00 +0200

Address: 48 Hang Be, Hanoi Tel: +84 4 3825 1286 Opening hours: 11:00 – 14:00 and 18:00 – 23:00 Web: www.greentangerinehanoi.com/index.php?lang=en This restaurant is located in a 1928-built French building so the environment is really great for fine dining. The founders of this restaurant are a French-Vietnamese chef and his wife, and they have created French dishes with some Vietnamese concepts.

La Verticale

Fri, 08 Apr 2016 00:52:00 +0200

Address: 19 Ngo Van So, Hanoi Tel: +84 4 3944 6317 Opening hours: 11:00 – 14:00 and 18:00 – 22:00 Web: verticale-hanoi.com/ Fresh dishes, teamed, salted of sugared dishes. Didier Corlou's La Verticale keeps that same guiding line: enrich diversity, respecting identities and characters, preserving the essential tastes and multiplying aromas and tastes.

DC Bistro Boutique

Fri, 08 Apr 2016 00:51:00 +0200

Address: 15A Ngo Van So, Hanoi Tel: +84 4 3944 0288 Opening hours: 11:00 – 14:00 and 18:00 – 23:00 Web: verticale-hanoi.com/#_=_ 100% Traditional French Cuisine- Wine boutique with 500 different items at all budgets- Lunch menu at VND 355.000+/ 3 courses.

Millenium (Café de Arts)

Fri, 08 Apr 2016 00:50:00 +0200

Address: 11b Ngo Bao Khanh, Hanoi Tel: +84 4 3828 7207 Opening hours: 10:00 – 23:30 Millenium is a new-born Cafe des Arts. It is one of the oldest French Restaurant in Hanoi.Locating in 11b Ngo Bao Khanh - Hoan Kiem district - in Hanoi Vietnam. Recommended by almost all the international Guide-Books, excellent food, excellent service, impressed and new-modern decor!

La Badiane

Fri, 08 Apr 2016 00:50:00 +0200

Address: 10 Nam Ngu, Hanoi Tel: +84 4 3942 4509 Opening hours: 11:30 – 14:00 & 18:00 – 21:45(last order) Close on Sunday Web: labadiane-hanoi.com/ This is a lovely piece of France in Hanoi!! Great for work lunch or fun group and romantic dinner, don't miss if you go to Hanoi.

Le Jardin

Fri, 08 Apr 2016 00:47:00 +0200

Address: 56 Quang An, Hanoi Tel: +84 4 6259 3300 Opening hours: 07:00 – 23:30 Le Jardin, French Bistro -Overlooking at the beautiful Westlake. Enjoy seating in the relaxing open air garden or cozy indoor bistro private room also available upon reservation. Their talented chef's prepare a French Mediterranean cuisine, using the best of local and imported ingredients. The wine list offers a selection of over 40 wines from the new and the old world.

Bun Cha 34 / Bun Cha Mai Anh

Fri, 08 Apr 2016 00:32:00 +0200

Add: 34 Hang Than / 47 Xuan Dieu, Hanoi Tel: 04.3927 0879 / N.A Open for lunch only One of the most favorite food in Northern of Vietnam, we have Bun cha for lunch, for dinner and we prefer to have that on the street. Bun cha is a plate of rice noodle, grilled pork with light fish sauce and fresh herbs.

Pho Gia Truyen (Pho Bo - Beef Noodles) / Pho Ga Lam Nam Ngu (Chicken Noodles)

Fri, 08 Apr 2016 00:31:00 +0200

Add: 49 Bat Dan, Hanoi / 12 Nam Ngu, Hanoi Opening hour: 06:00 - 20:30

Spicy Pho Bay (Beef Noodles) / Pho Hoc

Fri, 08 Apr 2016 00:30:00 +0200

Add: 162 Xuan Dieu / 38 Xuan Dieu Tel: 096 293 6228 Opening hour: 06:00 - 23:00 / 06:00 - 13:00 & 18:00 - 22:00 If you are looking for local Pho in Hanoi so here they are and you will understand why many people have to stay in the long line for a bowl of pho in the hot weather. Besides, on Xuan Dieu str, you can also try Pho Xao (Stir - fried noodles), fried rice.

Banh My 25 (Vietnamese Bread) / Banh My Pho Co

Fri, 08 Apr 2016 00:29:00 +0200

Add: 25 Hang Ca / 38 Dinh Liet, Hanoi Tel: 097 766 8895 / N.A Opening hour: 0800 - 1900 / 0700 - 0100 Banh My is fillings include steamed, pan-roasted or oven-roasted seasoned pork belly, Vietnamese sausage, grilled pork, grilled pork patties, spreadable pork liver pate, pork floss, grilled chicken, chicken floss, in tomato sauce, soft pork meatballs in tomato sauce, fried eggs. Accompanying vegetables typically include...

Bun Bo Nam Bo

Fri, 08 Apr 2016 00:28:00 +0200

Add: 67 Hang Dieu, Hanoi Tel: 04. 3923 0701 Opening hour: A rice-noodles dish that originates from southern Vietnam. This is quite simply heaven in a bowl: strips of grilled beef, shredded lettuce, sliced cucumber, fries shallots, crispy bean sprouts, fresh cilantro and chopped peanuts and a mount of steamed vermicelli noodles, all of which harmonize in a magic way.

Bun Oc Co Beo

Fri, 08 Apr 2016 00:28:00 +0200

Add: 2 Hoe Nhai Tel: 04. 3927 0261 Opening hour: 0630 - 2100 Fresh water crabs flavor this tangy tomato soup that’s made with round rice vermicelli and topped with pounded crabmeat, deep-fried tofu and often, congealed blood. An odoriferous purple shrimp paste is offered on the side - it tasted delicious. Chili and fresh herbs are the finishing touches for a complete one dish meal.

Cha Ca La Vong

Fri, 08 Apr 2016 00:27:00 +0200

Add: 14 Cha Ca - 107 Nguyen Truong To - 19, 21, 31 Duong Thanh Tel: 04 3825 3929 / 3823 9875 / 3824 5115 Opening Hour The combination of ingredients - turmeric, dill, shrimp paste and fish sauce- delivers an intriguing muskiness bolstered with chiles, silky noodles and a thicket of other fresh herbs to season the chunks of moist fish.

Banh Cuon Gia Truyen Thanh Van

Fri, 08 Apr 2016 00:27:00 +0200

Add: 12 - 14 Hang Ga, Hanoi Tel: 04. 3828 0108 Opening Hour: 06:30 - 21:00 Banh Cuon is a Northern Vietnamese dish that migrated to Hanoi. Thin steamed rice flour pancakes filled with minced pork and cloud ear mushrooms are served with nuoc cham - a fish sauce based dipping sauce, fried shallots and fresh herbs. Slightly goopy in texture, banh cuon are often eaten for breakfast or as an evening as well.

Sticky rice

Fri, 08 Apr 2016 00:26:00 +0200

Add: Xoi Yen 35 Nguyen Huu Huan, Hanoi Tel: 090 474 5252 Opening Hour: Whole day 05:00 – 24:00 In the morning you will find the sticky rice vendors out hawking their wares. Sticky rice is a hugely popular carb-rich breakfast food that comes wrapped in a banana leaf. There is a nice place serve all kind of sticky rice and they open for whole day. Xoi Yen is quite famous with local and it is located in the old quarter.

Sai Gon (Fine Dining – Vietnamese)

Fri, 08 Apr 2016 00:17:00 +0200

Address: 1A Nghi Tam, Hanoi Tel: (04) 6270 8888 Opening hours: 18:00 – 22:30 (last order) Features contemporary Asian design, dramatic glass - fronted kitchens and inspiring views of the city's ever-changing skyline. Offering authentic Vietnamese and local specialties.

Nam Phuong

Fri, 08 Apr 2016 00:15:00 +0200

Nam Phuong Address: 19 Phan Chu Trinh, Hanoi Tel: (04) 3824 0926 Opening hours: 0600 – 1400 and 1700 – 2200 (last order) Web: www.namphuong-restaurant.com/about.html#restaurant Another part of Hanoi's emerging traditional cuisine scene set in modernist renovations. Nam Phuong restaurant has a peaceful space on the old French villa’s background. Besides, live tradition music every night from 18:30 to 20:30.

Quan An Ngon (Casual Vietnamese)

Fri, 08 Apr 2016 00:13:00 +0200

Address: 18 Phan Boi Chau / 34 Phan Dinh Phung, Hanoi. Tel: (04) 3942 8162 / 3734 9777 Hotline: 090 212 6963 Opening hours: 0700 –...

Dieu’s Cuisine

Fri, 08 Apr 2016 00:12:00 +0200

Address: 25 Xuan Dieu, Hanoi (small road around Westlake) Tel: (04) 3718 1501 Opening hours: 0900 - 2300 (close every Monday) Vietnamese traditional cuisine with home cooked style. Outside restaurant with Westlake view, serving fresh, healthy and safe food.

Madame Hien

Fri, 08 Apr 2016 00:12:00 +0200

Address: 15 Chan Cam, Hanoi Tel: (04) 3943 9341 Opening hours: 10:00 – 22:00 Traditional Vietnamese food in a beautiful renovated French colonial building right in the Old Quarter.

Club De L’Oriental

Fri, 08 Apr 2016 00:11:00 +0200

Address: 22 Ton Dan, Hanoi Tel: (04) 3826 8801 Opening hours: 11:00 – 14:00 & 18:00 – 23:00 Elegant design with high-ceiling Hue Imperial style dining rooms, Club De L'Oriental is a part of a veritable empire of mostly upscale authentic Vietnamese restaurants. The restaurant is sectioned into several dining rooms with distinctive features -decidedly romantic and luxurious for intimate dinning for two, or business parties, or big group's celebrations. The charming courtyard and upper...

San Ho Seafood

Fri, 08 Apr 2016 00:10:00 +0200

Address: 58 Ly Thuong Kiet, Hanoi Tel: (04) 3934 9184 Opening hours: 1000 – 1400 and 1700 – 2200 (last order) Website: www.sanho-seafood.com/ San Ho restaurant is Vietnamese seafood in nice ambience where to enjoy reasonable good and well prepared seafood. The restaurant located in a renovated two level French style building.

Home Restaurant

Fri, 08 Apr 2016 00:08:00 +0200

Address: 34 Chau Long Street, Hanoi Tel: (+84) 4 39392222 Opening hours: 10:00-14:00 and 17:30-22:00 Website: www.homerestaurant.vn/ This is one of the most enjoyable place should recommended whenever you stay in Hanoi. The restaurant have a great decoration setting combine with good quality and standard of food can bring to the guest best feeling and impression about Hanoi and the traditional Vietnamese food.

The Forest

Fri, 08 Apr 2016 00:07:00 +0200

Address: 259 Au Co, Hanoi Opening hours: 10:00 – 14:00 & 16:00- 21:30 Tel: +84 4 37182929 Website: theforest.vn/our-story/ The Forest Hanoi Restaurant is one of the most authentic traditional Vietnamese food. Also they provide the special dishes for vegetarian can enjoy the meal in the restaurant. It is a cozy and nice place for family or friend reunion. The diversity of the food in menu will be the huge advantage for the restaurant to attract the local people and tourist...

Cau Go Restaurant

Fri, 08 Apr 2016 00:05:00 +0200

Address: 05th & 06th floor, No 1/3/5/7 Dinh Tien Hoang, Tel: (04) 3926 0808 Opening hours: 10:00 – 23:00 Web: www.caugorestaurant.com/ Situated between Dinh Tien Hoang and Cau Go, the restaurant is surrounded by history. Chef Bay understands that quality and freshness is key to Vietnamese cooking, so she takes the time to handpick only the best ingredients. She also knows that despite its simplicity, time should still be taken to get the most out of the ingredients and for them...

Lac Canh Beef (BBQ)

Wed, 06 Apr 2016 11:31:00 +0200

Lac Canh Beef (BBQ) Address: 44 Nguyen Binh Khiem Street Nha Trang. Tel: +84 583 821391 Nhatrang Specialty Cuisine Opening hours: 09:30 – 21:15 A trip to Nha Trang would not be complete without stopping at Lac Canh Beef BBQ. This fast paced, cook-it-yourself restaurant serves Nha Trang specialties. Enjoy the charming local color whilst grilling your own bo lac canh (marinated beef). For a real treat, order a bread roll to soak in the remaining marinade and grill it for a few...

Pho Hong

Wed, 06 Apr 2016 11:29:00 +0200

Pho Hong Address: 40 Le Thanh Ton , Nha Trang Tel: Opening hour: 6:00-22:00 It’s too easy to looking for an authentic Pho Vietnamese place in town. Pho Hong actually is not so far from our hotel. The pho broth at Pho Hong was delicious! The broth is more northern style and hence tasted very different from another one in Nha Trang.

Nem Nuong Dang Van Quyen

Wed, 06 Apr 2016 11:29:00 +0200

Nem Nuong Dang Van Quyen Address : 16A Lan Ong/ 2-4 Phan Boi Chau - Nha Trang Tel: (84.58) 3826 737/ (84.58) 3814 888 Opening hours: 07:00 -21:00 www.nemdangvanquyen.com.vn/ A restaurant specializing in local street food which call: Nem nuong (Grill Roll), thing you must try to complete your Nha Trang trip.

Banh Xeo_Vietnamese Pancake

Wed, 06 Apr 2016 11:28:00 +0200

Banh Xeo_Vietnamese Pancake Address: 85 To Hien Thanh, Nha Trang Tel: 0120 8057 189 Opening hour: 15:30-20:00 Banh Xeo is 20 Vietnamese dishes you should know, the batter is made with rice flour, coconut milk, and turmeric (hence the nice golden-yellow hue) and is pan- fried altogether with pork, shrimp, and a heap of bean sprouts. Wrap up the pancake with lettuce and herbs. You’ll never forget the pancake has that perfect balance of crispy-chewy.

Banh Can_ Vietnamese Mini Pancake

Wed, 06 Apr 2016 11:28:00 +0200

Banh Can_ Vietnamese Mini Pancake Address: 51 To Hien Thanh, Nha Trang Tel: 0989 689 348 Opening hour: 15:00-21:00 Just based on a rice flour and water batter, it is very specialty of the Southern, including Nha Trang. It’s very popular and easily indentified by the unique cooking method on the street, with a large clay full of round holes in which removable moulds, in the middle, they can be given onion oil eggs,scrimp…served with green mango, onion and cucumbers.

Banh Canh_Bun Ca

Wed, 06 Apr 2016 11:27:00 +0200

Banh Canh_Bun Ca Address: B2 Phan Boi Chau, Nha Trang Tel: +84 58 3546 547 Opening hour: 06:00-21:00 Bun ca is a dish from the region of Nha Trang that utilizes the abundance of fish from Nha Trang’s bay. This speciality might enjoy at the market food stall. It’s a simple vermicelli noodle soup often with a large steak or filet of meaty white fish as well as fish paste meatballs or jelly fish. The broth is pork or chicken stock sweetened with pineapple and tomatoes.

Com Tam

Wed, 06 Apr 2016 11:27:00 +0200

Com Tam_ Broken Rice Address: 03 Nguyen Thi Minh Khai, Nha Trang Tel: 0903 503 705 Opening hour: 06:00-21:00 Com Tam is a dish based on broken grains of rice left over after the drying and milling process, it’s will be served with a variety of topping such as grilled porked, steamed pork and eggquiche, or fried egg, plus garnishes such as spring onions, mint and lime, with vegetables, tomato, cuncumber, chilli and dipping sauce on side.

Banh Mi

Wed, 06 Apr 2016 11:26:00 +0200

Banh Mi The bánh mì can be found all over the world at this point. But the creation story harkens back to French colonialism, when the imperial forces in Vietnam brought with them their crusty baguettes. Since then the Vietnamese have made this sandwich entirely their own with fillings like pork belly, fish cakes, meatballs, and the very necessary pickled carrots, green onions. As serveral internet travel have given the humble Banh Mi the accolade of being one of the world’s great street...

Dam Market

Wed, 06 Apr 2016 11:21:00 +0200

Dam Market Address: Ben Cho St., Nha Trang City. Tel: +84 583 812388 Opening hour: 05:00 – 17:00 The biggest and the most famous market in town, place you can find anything and everything from souvenirs, suitcases, clothes or even dried seafood products.

Nha Trang Center

Wed, 06 Apr 2016 11:20:00 +0200

Nha Trang Center Address: 20 Tran Phu St., Nha Trang City Tel: +84 586 259222 Opening hour: 8:00 -20:00 Nha Trang Center is almost the only modern shopping centre which currently exists in town. From ground to the 4th Floor of tower contain multiple boutiques and shops as well as a succession of restaurants, beauty salon, cinema, karaoke and coffee shop.

Maximark Nha Trang

Wed, 06 Apr 2016 11:19:00 +0200

Maximark Nha Trang Address: 60 Thai Nguyen St., Nha Trang City Tel: +84 583 818727 Opening hour: 08:00 – 22:00 A very prime shopping location in town. It is the Nha Trang’s biggest trade center so far. It is a four-floor modern-equipped construction. Place you will find from food, foodstuff, home appliances to clothing, footwear, cosmetics, watches, etc. and the fourth floor is for entertainment with dining areas - food court and children’s playground. Lotte Cinema is available on the...

Nha Trang Night Market

Wed, 06 Apr 2016 11:18:00 +0200

Nha Trang Night Market Address: Tran Phu, Nha Trang Tel: Opening hour: 17:00-22:30 No trip to a new city in South East Asia would be complete without a visit to the local night market. On a narrow, pedestrian-only street just before Tran Quang Khai, you will find souvenir shops and street food stalls, as well as an excellent opportunity for people-watching.

Long Thanh Art

Wed, 06 Apr 2016 11:18:00 +0200

Long Thanh Art Address: 126 Hoang Van Thu, Tel: +84 58 3825 875 Opening hour: 8:00 – 17:30 from Monday to Saturday, close on Sunday www.longthanhart.com/ Studio & Gallery Long Thanh Art in Nha Trang City is an ideal place to contemplate the work of this master photographer right in his home town. Coming here, guests may feel overwhelmed by a world of only black and white colors. A visit to the studio can reckoned any photographer or collector which is considered one of the highlights...

Artful Collection

Wed, 06 Apr 2016 11:16:00 +0200

Artful Collection Address: 1 Tran Quang Khai, Nha Trang Tel: +84 12 6376 1020 Opening time: 9:00 - 22:00 Artful Collection is the creation of French photographer and designer, Thiery Beyne. The gallery is a collection of all his work, limited editions and original black-and-white prints portraying his impression of the country he now calls home. Parts gallery and part souvenir shop, you won't want to miss this stunning collection. Perfect for those who love "a little Paris" combined with...

XQ Hand Embroidery

Wed, 06 Apr 2016 11:16:00 +0200

XQ Hand Embroidery Address: 64 Tran Phu, Nha Trang Tel: +84 58 352 6579 Opening time: 7:30 - 22:00 Quickly becoming the most famous hand embroidery brand throughout Vietnam, XQ also contributes towards making the craft a valuable part of Vietnamese culture. Some of the embroidered works are so exquisitely done, you will think you're looking at a photograph.

Rip Curl

Wed, 06 Apr 2016 11:15:00 +0200

Rip Curl Address: 32 Tran Phu, Nha Trang Tel: +84 90 683 4023 Opening time: 8:30 - 22:00 This flagship store features the most up-to-date collection of Rip Curl's clothing line. Restocked four times a year, this shop has the best, and widest, range of board shorts and bikinis in town. Rip Curl also stocks surfboards, skateboards and wetsuits. Upon entering, be sure to look up for the titan suspended wave, which will leave you in awe.

Po Nagar Temple

Wed, 06 Apr 2016 11:05:00 +0200

Po Nagar Temple Address: Cu Lao Hill, 2/4 St., Open hours: Everyday 06: 00- 18:00 This ancient temple features the unique architecture of the Champa culture. Built between the 8th and 13th centuries during the prosperous reign of Hinduism in the Cham kingdom, the temple is the largest left in Central Vietnam. Twice a day beautiful Cham girls perform traditional Cham dancing at the temple from 8am to 11am and 2pm to 5pm.

Long Son Pagoda

Wed, 06 Apr 2016 11:04:00 +0200

Long Son Pagoda Address: 20 23/10 Street Tel: +84 583 822 558 Opening hours: 7:30 -18:00 Long Son Pagoda with previous name Dang Long Tu which is a popular tourist destination and the oldest pagoda in town. It is located in the ward of Phuong Son, and sits at the foot of Trai Thuy Mountain, was erected on another hill in 1886 under the abbotship of Thich Ngo Chi (1856–1935). In 1900, after a large cyclone, the temple was destroyed and had to be moved from the hill to its current...

Hung King’s Temple

Wed, 06 Apr 2016 11:04:00 +0200

Hung King’s Temple Address: 173 Ngo Gia Tu St., Nha Trang City Tel: +84 583 515 698 Open hours: 08:00 – 10:00/15:00 – 17:00/18:30 – 22:00 everyday & 24 hours opened on the feast day. Hung King's Temple is located in the center area of city. It is a special place, rich in history, culture, beliefs and traditions because he is well-known as the first emperor in Vietnam. On the 10th of 03th month in the lunar year is the start date of first Vietnamese dynasty, the organizers will make a...

Tu Ton Pagoda

Wed, 06 Apr 2016 11:03:00 +0200

Tu Ton Pagoda Address: Hon Do Island, Pham Van Dong Street Opening hours: every day on daytime This pagoda is perched on a tiny island in the middle of Nha Trang Bay. Stepping stones lead around the island to various altars, some of which are on rocks overlooking the sea. Place with only monks, prayers and peace. Using boat for getting to the island or crossing the sea when water down.

Nha Trang Cathedral

Wed, 06 Apr 2016 11:02:00 +0200

Nha Trang Cathedral Address : Nguyen Trai, Nha Trang Built between 1928 and 1933 in French Gothic style, complete with stained-glass windows, Nha Trang Cathedral stands on a small hill overlooking the train station. It’s a surprisingly elegant building given that it was constructed of simple cement blocks. Some particularly colourful Vietnamese touches include the red neon outlining the crucifix, the pink back-lighting on the tabernacle and the blue neon arch and white neon halo over the...

Golf

Wed, 06 Apr 2016 10:51:00 +0200

Nha Trang has 2 international class golf course, one at Vinpearl on Hon Tre island and the other at the south of town Diamond Bay resort. 1. Diamond Bay Resort Golf Diamond Bay Resort Golf is one of the truly fascinating golf courses in Asia. golfers can experience the combination of the sweet fragrance of Platinum TE Paspalum grass combined with the clean fresh air off the tropical sea, and of course, the wonderfully the to the sea Driving Range. This great golf course is nestled...

Diving

Wed, 06 Apr 2016 10:37:00 +0200

Nha Trang is the dive capital of Vietnam. There are sites to suit everyone from the novice to the most experienced. You can adventure the fish life and corals abound in the Marine Protection zonesFish life and corals abound in the Marine Protection zones and an intersting sidelight is to observe. There are many companies offering Scuba traning and trip to the island nearby. Whether you are a certified diver or a beginner , the profestional dive team will look after you, ensurung your...

Hon Tam Island

Wed, 06 Apr 2016 10:23:00 +0200

Hon Tam Island Address: Hon Tam Island Hon Tam Island is one of the most beautiful island in Nha Trang and Vietnam. It is 7 km away from Nha Trang City and take about 10 minutes by speed boat. The island offer the best beach with white fine sandy beach, crystal clear, blue water which makes it to become the best for swimming and relaxing tours and holidays destination in Vietnam. Hon Tam Island is not only for relaxing tours and holidays but it is also a great place to enjoy fun games...

Hon Chong Island

Wed, 06 Apr 2016 10:22:00 +0200

Hon Chong Address: Pham Van Dong Street Nha Trang people circulated origin story of Hon Chong: Once upon a time, there was a boy worked as a fisherman. One day, he was netting down and saw a herd of fairies playing in the beach. He hide behind the rock watching. When being the first lady fairy discovered, he fell into the sea. On a big rock has a shape like a hand, people said that was the hand print of the boy when he felt over . There are still many legend stories about the rocks, but...

Central Beach

Wed, 06 Apr 2016 10:14:00 +0200

Central Beach Address: Tran Phu Boulevard Located in and as the center of Nha Trang, laying at the main street side, place you will find a long white sand beach, under the green of coconut trees, the yellow of the sunshine, the blue from sky above and deep down ocean. On the opposite site of the street, houses and hotels close together make the street very busy. Many services like restaurants, hotels, tourist agencies, stores…gather here. To the end of the street, we can see Nha Trang...

Hon Tre Island

Wed, 06 Apr 2016 10:06:00 +0200

Hon Tre Island Address: Tre Island Hon Tre the largest of bay of Nha Trang and only 15 minutes by boat from the city. Accessible since the landing stage located at the south from the municipal beach, this island is home to Vinpearl Land which is a massive entertainment, accommodation and tourism complex. A cable car runs from 8am to 9pm (Mon to Thurs) and 8am to 10pm (Fri to Sat). Vinpearl attractions include a theme park, musical fountain, water park and aquarium as well as numerous...

Hon Tre Island

Wed, 06 Apr 2016 09:45:00 +0200

Hon Tam Island

Wed, 06 Apr 2016 09:27:00 +0200

Hon Chong

Wed, 06 Apr 2016 09:26:00 +0200

Hon Lao Island

Wed, 06 Apr 2016 09:24:00 +0200

Hon Lao Island Address: Hon Lao Island Hon Lao (Monkey Island) is located about 30 km’s north of Nha Trang and can be accessed by a boat ferry from Luong Son beach which is a firm favourite on the tourist trail. In 1985, 200 long-haired monkeys were brought in from Malaysia. Today, there are over 1,000 wild monkeys that expect to be fed. Keep an eye on your belongings as there have been numerous reports of the monkeys snatching objects and running off.

Hon Mun Island

Wed, 06 Apr 2016 09:23:00 +0200

Hon Mun Island Address: Hun Mun Island Hon Mun (Ebony Island) is a prime diving and snorkeling site and is a protected area. Due to its proximity to hot-sea currents, the sea bed is home to an abundant and diverse group of marine species. Dive shops organise half-day trips to the island for diving and snorkeling.

Ba Ho _ 3 Lake Waterfall

Wed, 06 Apr 2016 09:21:00 +0200

Ba Ho _ 3 Lake Waterfall Address : Ninh Ich, Ninh Hoa, Khanh Ho A wonderful little secret for inhabitants of Nha Trang, the Ba Ho Waterfalls are 35km outside the city-center. The day begins moving along the coastline where you can stop for photos at the Chong Rocks and Ponagar Temple. The base of the waterfalls is where we leave our bikes and a lovely trek over numerous stepping stones and rocks brings us towards the 3 waterfalls.

Bai Dai

Wed, 06 Apr 2016 09:20:00 +0200

Bai Dai (Long beach ) Address : Nguyen Tat Thanh Boulevard Located 19 kms South from Nha Trang, along the relatively new road that cuts through the coastal mountains to the Cam Ranh Airport. The beach is a long, beautiful stretch of sand that extends for ten kilometres or more along an arc-shaped bay. There's a long row of beach-side, seafood restaurants, of the make-shift bamboo and canopy variety, clustered at the northern end of the beach, and the rest of it is just deserted.

Doc Lech beach

Wed, 06 Apr 2016 09:19:00 +0200

Doc Lech beach Adress : Ninh Hai, Ninh Hoa, Khanh Hoa This is a locely stretch of snow white sand with safe shallow water and is widely regarded as one of Vietnam’s fitest beach. It’s located 45 kms north of Nha Trang. The beach option for who would like to looking for a quiet private beach .

Vietnam reports first Zika infections, raises alarm

Wed, 06 Apr 2016 00:21:00 +0200

PrevNext HANOI, April 5 - Mosquitoes have infected two women with the Zika virus in Vietnam, health authorities said on Tuesday, in the country's first cases of a disease linked in Brazil to thousands of suspected cases of microcephaly, a rare birth defect. A 64-year-old woman in the beach city of Nha Trang and a pregnant 33-year-old in Ho Chi Minh City fell sick in late March, and three rounds of tests have confirmed they are Zika-positive, health...

Ben Thanh Market

Mon, 04 Apr 2016 21:07:00 +0200

Situated in downtown Ho Chi Minh City, bustling Ben Thanh Market in District 1 is a great place to buy local handicrafts, branded goods, Vietnamese art and other souvenirs. Here, you’ll find eating stalls inside the market where you can get a taste of hawker-style Vietnamese cuisine or simply cool off with a cold drink when the bargaining becomes too much.

La Maison

Sun, 03 Apr 2016 09:33:00 +0200

Contact La Maison Tel: 08.39322462 Hotline: 0904903230 Add: 201B Nam Ky Khoi Nghia, Ward 7, District 3, Ho Chi Minh City. EMAIL: info@lamaison.vn Opening Hours Morning: 10:00 - 15:00 Afternoon: 17:00 - 23:00 www.lamaison.vn/en/ Contact La Maison Tel: 08.39322462 Hotline: 0904903230 Add: 201B Nam Ky Khoi Nghia, Ward 7, District 3, Ho Chi Minh City. EMAIL: info@lamaison.vn Opening Hours Morning: 10:00 -...

Xu Lounge & Restaurant

Fri, 01 Apr 2016 00:28:00 +0200

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CAV Meeting

Sat, 12 Mar 2016 15:00:00 +0200

Venue: Pullman Saigon, 148 Tran Hung Dao Street 15:00 to 17:30 meeting at meeting room 3, second floor 17:30 to 18:30 cocktail reception at pool bar on the 30 floor 19:00 dinner at Hoang Yen Bitexco Financial Tower restaurant with Ms. Anna Hanh from Bayfas Tailoring corporation Dress code: Working uniform

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CAV 2 AGM

Sat, 09 Jan 2016 14:00:00 +0200

Concierge Association of Viet Nam 2th AGM

Sat, 09 Jan 2016 14:00:00 +0200

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