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Newsletter July . September 2014 | 9
5 Le Loi Street, Hue City, VietnamTel: +84 (0)5 43 83 74 75
Fax: +84 (0)5 43 83 74 76Email: resa@la-residence-hue.com
www.la-residence-hue.comwww.mgal ler y.com
For more than 8 decades the grandiose Governor’s mansion
has looked out across the Perfume River towards Hue’s Imperial Citadel. Now converted to a
boutique art-deco hotel, MGallery La Residence Hotel and Spa still
has a charm that evokes a bygone era of style and romance.
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The Martial Artsof indochina
Nearly all nations in Asia have their own unique form of
martial arts, and the nations of Southeast Asia are no
exception. It is thought that many forms of martial arts are
descended from a common tradition which then spread
and evolved over thousands of years, eventually becoming
the many traditions that we have today.
Before the widespread use of gunpowder and firearms
in the region, members of the upper classes and
professional fighting men trained for years to hone their
skills in a particular form of martial arts. For soldiers and
mercenaries, the martial arts were an important asset
on the battlefield, and the same was true for noblemen.
In the past, the nations of Vietnam and Cambodia were
under constant threat of foreign invasion. Martial arts were
an essential asset to defend the nations and have been
passed down from generation to generation.
Over time, many forms of martial arts have evolved into an
art form, and nowadays, people mainly study martial arts
for the health benefits, but many also enjoy internalising
the graceful movements that have been passed down
through tradition for thousands of years. Martial arts help
develop discipline and self control, and younger people
are encouraged to take up these traditions as they are
rich in culture and heritage. We at Vidotour invite you to
come with us and gain a unique perspective on some of
these traditions. See how masters impart lessons and the
students drill. Learn a few moves yourself that will give you
insight into just how much training really goes in to these
martial arts. These excursions are especially suitable for
families with children. Visiting children should know that in
many places martial arts are a required subject in school.
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Nearly all nations in Asia have their own unique form of martial arts, and the nations of Southeast Asia are no exception. It is thought that many forms of martial arts are descended from a common tradition which then spread and evolved over thousands of years, eventually becoming the many tradi-tions that we have today.
Kinh Van An: Imperial Vietnamese styleThis unique martial art tradition was
born in the former imperial capital
of Vietnam, Hue, during the last
dynasty. The style and techniques
were spread to the general population
after the fall of this dynasty and
hence the Kinh Van An style of martial
arts is widespread in Vietnam and
it has even spread to some other
countries around the world. The
master here, named Kim, has turned
his martial arts school into a shelter
for disadvantaged children who find
the school to be a safe place. When
visiting this martial arts school, guests
will see a demonstration by the
students and learn some basic self
defence techniques.
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Ky Son style in Hoi AnThe Ky Son martial art school was founded in 1973 and is run by
a former pupil of the founding master. Visitors are welcomed and
in addition to watching drills and sparring, may even learn a couple
basic movements themselves.
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Khmer style BokatorThe most famous style of martial arts in the nation, the Cambodian form of Bokator is a national sport and shares roots
with Muay Thai in Thailand. This martial art style has been practiced for thousands of years and is even depicted in bas-
reliefs on many of the temples at Angkor Wat.
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Vietnam39 new caves found in Vietnam’s
Phong Nha-Ke Bang Park
A total of 39 caves have been newly
explored in the national park by a
joint team from the British Caving
Research Association, Hanoi Natural
Sciences University and the park’s
administrators. The 39 caves cover a
total length of 17km and were carefully
measured, charted and photographed
providing new and precise figures to
the administrators of Phong Nha- Ke
Bang National Park. The three most
notable caves were the 1,100 meter by
200 meter cave named May Dai, the
213 meter high Vuc Moi, and the 1,230
meter wide Lan Dai. A Ky, a 1,260
meter wide cave east of Road 20, was
noted for its unique hydrography –
that is, a long stream running through
the cave which begins in neighboring
Laos. The Tu, located west of the Ho
Chi Minh Highway, is an upright cave
stretching 444 meters into the air. The
new caves brought the park’s total
explored cave space to 200 kilometers.
Travel news
Pilot helicopter tours in Quang Binh
On the occasion of the 410th
anniversary of its establishment, the
central province of Quang Binh in
coordination with Vietnam Helicopter
Corporation launched two pilot
helicopter tours of heritage sites and
other tourist destinations in the locality.
On 26 and 28 April, the flights carried
provincial leaders and 10 journalists
from Dong Hoi City on a one hour tour
of Quang Binh attractions including
the Phong Nha Ke Bang National Park
which is home to the Son Dong Cave,
the world’s largest cave. This is a first
step to developing helicopter tours to a
permanent service in the region.
One Pillar Pagoda
undergoes renovation
Constructed in the 11th century, the
One Pillar Pagoda is one of the most
important historical sites in Hanoi. The
pagoda is located in the park behind
the Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum and is
a must-see to any visitors. Recently,
renovation work on the One Pillar
Pagoda started and is expected to
last until the end of 2014. During the
closure of the pagoda, Vidotour will
arrange visits to one of the following as
a substitution: the Tran Quoc Pagoda,
Quan Thanh Temple, B52 Lake, Bach
Ma Temple or the Kim Lien Pagoda.
Trang An complex receives
UNESCO title
The UNESCO Heritage Committee
has recognised Vietnam’s Trang An
Scenic Landscape Complex in Ninh
Binh province as a World Heritage Site,
according to the Ministry of Culture,
Sports and Tourism (MoCST). The site
was honoured at the 38th meeting of
the UNESCO Heritage Committee in
Doha, Qatar, on June 23. Dubbed “Ha
Long Bay on land”, the 10,000ha Trang
An complex comprises three areas:
the Trang An - Tam Coc - Bich Dong
ecological sites, the Hoa Lu imperial
capital, and the Hoa Lu primitive
forests. The region is scattered with
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karst topography such as limestone
mountains, caves and lakes. It is home
to more than 800 species of fauna and
flora, including those listed in Vietnam’s
Red Data Book.
Hue becomes ASEAN’s 3rd City
of Culture
Hue has been awarded the title “City
of Culture of ASEAN” in 2014-2015,
and was the first city in Vietnam to be
bestowed this honor. This recognition
reflects recent cultural achievements
of the city which is the former imperial
capital of Vietnam and is home to two
world heritage sites. During its two
year term holding this title, Hue will
play a role in enhancing exchanges
and cooperation between cultures
and nations, raising awareness in the
population of Southeast Asia about the
value of ASEAN identity.
Vietnamese savoury cakes win
National Geographic honour
The US travel magazine National
Geographic has introduced Vietnam’s
savoury Chung (square) and Giay
(round) cakes among the world’s top
ten traditional dishes. Chung (made
of sticky rice, green bean, pork, and
pepper) and Giay (made of ground
glutinous rice) cakes are indispensable
dishes during Vietnam’s Lunar New
Year celebrations. Lunar New Year
is Vietnam’s most important holiday
during the year, when people pay
farewell to the old year and welcome
a new year with many expectations.
In Vietnamese culture, Chung cake
wrapped in Dong leaves symbolizes
the earth, while Giay cake symbolizes
the sky. Vidotour offers an excursion
“Hue Savours,” which offers guests an
opportunity to taste Hue’s authentic
cuisine including the Chung cake.
Vietnam looks to boost tax refunds
to foreigners with new draft
As reported by the Saigon Times, a
draft circular introduced by the Ministry
of Finance will likely offer foreign
visitors better access to value-added
tax refunds by opening more airport
refund booths and duty-free shops.
The booths will open at Danang airport,
Cam Ranh Airport (Nha Trang) and
a number of international seaports.
Currently VAT refund booths are only
available at Ho Chi Minh City’s Tan Son
Nhat International Airport and Hanoi’s
Noi Bai International Airport. Vietnam
started a pilot project to refund VAT tax
to foreign visitors in July 2012 in order
to attract more tourists and introduce
local goods overseas. Under current
regulations, goods eligible for the tax
refunds must be brand new and worth
at least 2 million VND ($95 US).
Ethnology Museum receives
TripAdvisor Certificate of Excellence
TripAdvisor – the world’s largest travel
site – recently presented its prestigious
Certificate of Excellence Award to
the Vietnam Museum of Ethnology.
Only establishments that consistently
achieve outstanding traveller reviews on
TripAdvisor are conferred this accolade.
Based on more than 1,500 reviews by
travellers on the TripAdvisor website,
the museum maintained an overall
rating of four or higher, out of a possible
five. The museum is honoured to have
received the TripAdvisor Certificate of
Excellence for the third consecutive
year in a row.
Hoi An - one of world’s best nightlife
destinations
The UK magazine Rough Guides
has named Hoi An - a world cultural
heritage site in the central province
of Quang Nam - as one of the most
interesting places in the world to
experience life at night. According
to Director of the Hoi An Centre for
Culture and Sports Vo Phung, Hoi An’s
full moon festival was ranked 15th out
of the 20 unforgettable things to do at
night by the magazine. Every month on
the 14th day of the lunar calendar, the
town switches off its street lights while
hanging multi-coloured lanterns. Visitors
can take a stroll on the cobbled streets
along the Thu Bon River where splendid
flower garlands and coloured lanterns
float. Last year, Hoi An won the second
best city for tourists in Asia after Kyoto,
Japan, by the world’s premier travel
magazine, Conde Nast Traveller.
Vietnam opens first tourism office in
Japan
On 4 June, Vietnam tourism opened its
first overseas representative office in
Japan. The office is established to not
only assist Vietnamese and Japanese
tour operators to attract tourists but
also help state agencies on tourism
management and provinces in Vietnam
to promote tourism in this market.
The opening of the office in Tokyo will
contribute to realize the two countries’
plan to raise the number of Japanese
tourists to Vietnam to one million in the
coming years.
CambodiaBattambang aims for heritage list
The Battambang provincial government
and tourism officials recently held talks
on plans to list the province on the
UN’s World Heritage Cities Programme.
UNESCO country director for
Cambodia, Anne Lemaistre, told local
media that the inclusion of Battambang
in the UNESCO programme could
help ensure the protection of the
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province’s natural and cultural heritage
sites. Battambang was named by
UNESCO as a City of Performing Arts,
because it has more than 100 ancient
Khmer and colonial buildings and
1,000 ancient pagodas and temples.
It is also the home of a circus school
called Phare Ponleu Selpak, which
has strong potential to attract visitors.
Battambang is Cambodia’s second
most populous city and already popular
with tourists because of its small-town
friendliness and some well-preserved
colonial architecture that gives the town
added charm.
Angkor Night Market to be relocated
The Angkor Night Market is closing
and will relocate to new premises not
far from where it is currently located.
The new market will have upgraded
infrastructure, especially fire prevention
facilities. The Managing Director of
the market stated “The ambiances
of the market will remain the same.
We will keep Angkor Night Market’s
identity. We will use the same design
and architect team, although it will no
longer have straw roofs because that
is now prohibited in the city due to fire
hazards”. The relocation of the market
is due to be complete in October. The
market is one of the night highlights of
Siem Reap where visitors can find a
good selection of local products and
souvenirs.
MyanmarMyanmar designated 2014
“World’s Best Tourist Destination”
The European Council on Tourism and
Trade will hand Burma the “World’s
Best Tourist Destination Award” for
2014, one of the highest accolades in
the global travel and tourism industry,
according to the Ministry of Hotels
and Tourism. The European Council
on Tourism and Trade, which draws
its members from 27 nations of the
European Union, has been awarding
the honor annually since 2007. Syria,
Turkey, the United Arab Emirates
(twice winner), South Korea, Trinidad
and Tobago, and Laos are all past
recipients of the World Best Tourist
Destination Award, according to the
ECTT website. The award goes to
“countries that are embracing tourism
as a resource for cultural and social
development, who respect ethics of
human relations and preserve cultural
and natural heritage. As the receivers,
cities and countries must prove their
commitment towards sustainable
development, fair tourism and historical
preservation,” the ECTT website states.
More border gates open for
visitors to Myanmar
Muse-Shwe Li Border Gate will be
upgraded to a new tourist entry point
for foreigners who wants to cross the
border from Thailand to Myanmar.
There are 16 border gates so far in
Myanmar sharing the frontier lines
between Myanmar and neighboring
countries, but many of them still have
limited access. Last year, Myanmar
fully opened four checkpoints on
the Myanmar-Thai border, namely
Tachileik- Mae Sai, Myawaddy-Mae
Sot, Tiki-Sunarong and Kawthoung-
Ranong. Currently, travelers can
enter the country via one port and
exit via another.
Hot air balloon rides to open at
Inle Lake
Hot air balloon rides have become
increasingly popular, with tourists
queuing to see some of Myanmar’s
more stunning sites by air. The
Myanmar Ballooning Company recently
announced that it will open balloon
rides over the scenic Inle Lake in
Shan State next season. Meanwhile,
The Oriental Ballooning Company is
finalizing test flights over the Inle Lake
ahead of an official launch. Currently,
most excursions around Inle Lake are
conducted by boat. There’s no better
way to contemplate the scenic beauty
of the lake than taking a stunning hot
air balloon ride.
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VietJet Air receives three new Airbus
A320-200 aircraft
On 1 June, VietJet Air received the new
aircraft at Ho Chi Minh city’s Tan Son
Nhat International Airport, increasing
the carrier’s fleet to 15. The new aircraft
will provide more than 37,000 seats a
week to the carrier’s flight schedule.
VietJet Air launched its commercial
activities in Vietnam and made its
debut as a low-cost carrier at the end
of 2011. To date, the carrier currently
operates 16 domestic and foreign
routes.
VietJet Air to launch Can Tho-Da
Nang route
Vietnam VietJet Aviation Joint Stock
Company (VietJet Air) is opening a new
route connecting the Mekong Delta
city of Can Tho and central Da Nang
on 15 July. The route will operate three
return flights per week on Tuesdays,
Thursdays ans Saturdays. Last year,
the airline served more than 4.3 million
passengers, accounting for about 26%
of the domestic market share.
VietJet launches HCMC-Singapore
service
VietJet Airlines announced the launch
of its new international route between
Singapore and Ho Chi Minh City. The
route will officially operate starting on
23 May, 2014. The Ho Chi Minh City
to Singapore route will initially operate
seven round trip flights per week and
the duration is 1 hour and 50 minutes.
The flight will depart Tan Son Nhat
International Airport at 8:50 a.m. (local
time) and Changi International Airport at
12:40 p.m. (local time) daily. VietJet will
Transportation
look to increase its flight frequency for
this route to 14 round trip flights weekly
in the near future to meet increasing
demand. VietJet currently operates 24
domestic and international routes and
has plans in the pipeline to expand its
routes in the Asia Pacific region as well
as engage in joint ventures with other
regional airline partners.
Vietnam Airlines launches direct
Hanoi -Tokyo route
National flag carrier Vietnam Airlines
inaugurated a new international direct
air route linking Noi Bai International
Airport in Hanoi and Haneda Airport
in Tokyo on 1 July. The new Hanoi-
Haneda daily flight departs at 8 a.m.
from Noi Bai international airport,
using Airbus A321 aircraft. The airline
currently conducts daily flights on 9
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international air routes connecting
Vietnam to Japan.
Hai Au Aviation to take off
in September
Hai Au Aviation has announced plans
to begin offering seaplane tours
this September, to tap Vietnam’s
untouched premium travel sector.
In their first stage of operation, the
company is will service the Hanoi – Ha
Long route before expanding to other
routes, including Ho Chi Minh City –
Phan Thiet – Nha Trang and further
south into the Mekong Delta.
AirAsia resumes Kuala Lumpur-Da
Nang route
Malaysia’s budget airline AirAsia has
announced that it will resume the route
between Kuala Lumpur-Da Nang, flying
on Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays,
and Sundays. It will offer a discount on
single airfares from Kuala Lumpur to
Da Nang, starting from RM99 between
29 August, 2014 and 31 July, 2015.
AirAsia launched a direct flight between
the two destinations on December
16, 2011, but terminated the route
as of June 10, 2013 to rearrange the
schedule. Besides Da Nang, AirAsia
also flies to Ho Chi Minh City and Hanoi
in Vietnam.
Vietnam’s Noi Bai airport to close
runway for repairs
Noi Bai International Airport in Hanoi
will have only one operating runway for
four months starting this August as the
other runway will be closed for repairs.
The airport can receive 25 flights per
hour and it is expected to maintain this
capacity even with just one runway in
operation. However, airlines will have to
adjust their flight timetables.
AAA tests Siem Reap flights
Asia Atlantic Airlines recently made its
first charter flight from Japan’s Narita
International Airport to Siem Reap
with more than 260 tourists on board.
According to Cambodia’s Tourism
Minister, AAA ran the test flight before
committing to two flights a week
starting this July, while daily flights
could start later this year. Japan is one
of the main markets for Cambodia
tourism and investment. Last year, the
country welcomed 206,932 Japanese
visitors, an increase of 15.4% from
179,327 visits in 2012. It is expected
that the number of Japanese visitors
to Cambodia will increase strongly in
the future after the launch of this direct
service.
Myanmar’s Myeik - Bangkok air ser-
vice launched
The first flights between Myeik and
Bangkok were conducted on 8 May,
bringing the remote Myeik closer to
the rest of the world. Myeik Public
Corporation Limited and Myanmar
Union Express Aviation Group operate
the flight by leasing an aircraft from
Myanmar Union Express Chartered
Airlines. Boeing 737 aircraft will be used
for the new flight scheduled for Tuesday
and Friday. Myiek Archipelago is a
hidden destination located in distant
southern Mynamar. It consists of over
800 islands and has a lot to offer,
including secluded sandy beaches,
extensive coral reefs, and wildlife.
SilkAir on the road to Mandalay
On 10 June, Silkair made its first flight from Singapore to Mandalay, marking the start of services to its second Myanmar destination after Yangon. The thrice-weekly service operates
with a circular route with Yangon on Airbus A319 and A320 aircraft in a two-class configuration. Flights depart Singapore at 11:35 a.m. and touch down in Mandalay at 3:00 p.m., while return flights take off at 3:55 p.m. and land in Singapore at 8:50 p.m. Service runs on Tuesdays, Thursdays and Saturdays.
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VietnamIndochina Sails introduces new
cruise itinerary
Indochina Sails announced a change
in its cruise itinerary that took effect
as of 1 May, 2014. The reason for this
adjustment is to ensure passengers
best experience Ha Long Bay while
there is more and more traffic on the
bay. On the first day, the cruise takes
passengers through the beautiful Bai
Tu Long Bay before stopping for a visit
to Cua Van Fishing Village by small
sampan. The next day, the cruise calls
at the Titov Islet for a swim on the
sandy beach and a panoramic view of
the bay from the its summit. A cooking
class is also offered on board. This new
itinerary applies to the Indochina Sails
Fleet, including the Valentine boats.
The Dragon Legend makes
maiden voyage
Indochina Junk has just launched
its new addition the Dragon Legend
which made its maiden voyage on 11
July. The boat has 24 well appointed
cabins, all located on the 2nd or 3rd
floor offering magnificent views of the
bay. The first floor accommodates the
kitchen, warehouse, and administrative
office, which strategically serves to
minimize noise from the engine to the
guests rooms on upper floors. The
sun deck is where passengers can
get the most of the surroundings
while indulging in a salt water pool,
the only of its kind on Ha Long Bay.
With elegant design and meticulous
decoration, the Dragon Legend boasts
a harmonious blend between modern
and traditional elements.
Bhaya Legend rebranded to
Legend Ha Long
This rebranding took effect as of 1
July, 2014. With 8 luxury vessels, The
Legend Ha Long, which is part of Bhaya
Cruises, is the only charter fleet in the
area offering private and personalized
cruising service in the bay. The name
change and rebranding, in addition to
the appointment of a new team, reflect
the fleet’s continuous effort to offer a
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diversified, high quality and customized
product to its passengers.
Mai Chau Ecolodge opens
Opened in June, the Mai Chau Ecolodge
seeks to bring local culture and hospitality
to its guests. The lodge boasts 19
charming traditional stilt style bungalows,
a 30m by 10m pool, a massage centre,
a poolside bar and a restaurant which
specializes in the fusion of traditional
Vietnamese cuisine and Thai tribal food.
Set in the beautiful landscape of Mai
Chau Valley, the Mai Chau Ecolodge
is an ideal refuge for those who seek
ultimate serenity and peace of mind.
There is also a wide range of activities on
offer for guests to discover the nearby
villages home to the White Thai, H’mong,
Muong and Dao ethnic peoples.
Hotel Le Carnot rebranded to Super
Hotel Hanoi Old Quarter
As of 1 June, the hotel is under
the management of Super Hotel, a
Japanese hotel management company,
and has been rebranded the Super
Hotel Hanoi Old Quarter. Located right
in the Old Quarter of Ha Noi within
walking distance of such highlights as
the Dong Xuan market and Hoan Kiem
Lake, the hotel boasts 46 rooms along
with impeccable service.
Melia Hanoi Hotel
conducts refurbishment
The hotel is carrying out a major interior
refurbishment which is expected to be
complete in December 2014. The work,
scheduled daily except Sundays from
9 to 11:30 a.m. and 1:30 to 5 p.m., will
involve changing the carpet, curtains
and furniture, as well as painting and
replaced wall paper. In order to prevent
any noise or disturbance to in house
guests, the hotel will maintain at least
two buffer floors. The hotel guarantees
that main service areas such as the
swimming pool, lobby, restaurants and
bars will not be affected.
Premier Village Danang Resort
makes debut
The Premier Village Danang Resort has
opened its doors on the pristine and
secluded My Khe Beach in Da Nang,
central Vietnam. Conveniently located just
15 minutes from Da Nang International
Airport and 30 minutes from the Ancient
Town of Hoi An, the resort, managed by
Accor, features 111 contemporary villas
categorized into three types of Garden
View, Ocean View and Beachfront
residences, all with a private swimming
pools. Its two restaurants, specializing
in traditional Vietnamese recipes and
international cuisine, offer unique dining
options. The resort’s state-of-the-art
Fitness Centre and 30-metre swimming
pool should please the most active
guests. Other facilities include the Kid’s
Club managed by experienced staff in a
safe environment, recreation centre with
beach activities and indoor games, and
rooftop jacuzzi where one can soothe
their senses in the warm water and
enjoy the spectacular view of Saigon.
The hotel’s roof top is also arrayed
with a bar, a gym and a spa.
Salinda Premium Resort and Spa,
first five star resort on Phu Quoc
island
Conveniently located on the west coast
of Phu Quoc island within a short drive
of the Phu Quoc International Airport,
Salinda Premium Resort and Spa is
the first 5-star resort on the island.
The resort is set amidst 2.5 hectares
of tropical garden stretching along
the sandy Long Beach, which gives
the property full exposure to the sea.
Salinda features a collection of 121
deluxe rooms, villas and a spacious
presidential suite. The resort also
offers a full range of luxury facilities
including a restaurant, a pool, a pool
bar, a gym, a kid club, a spa and a fully
equipped fitness centre. The resort is
scheduled to open its doors in August.
The Shells Resort and Spa opens
its doors in Phu Quoc
Set on the prime location of the
unspoilt Ganh Gio Beach, the newly
opened five-star Shells Resort and
Spa offers the ultimate luxury well
blended with beautiful surroundings.
With a unique design and tasteful
style, the resort boasts 40 spacious
rooms including 28 Ocean View Deluxe
rooms (70m2), 8 Ocean View Super
Deluxe rooms (74m2), 2 Ocean View
Spa Suites (123m2) and 2 Ocean
View Spa Suites(125m2), all with a
private balconies overlooking the sandy
beach and infinite blue sea. The resort
features a magnificent swimming pool
with a pool bar and relaxation spaces,
a restaurant offering world-class
two large outdoor swimming pools with a
dedicated children’s pool.
Muca Hoi An Boutique Resort opens
Set in the tranquility of Hoi An
countryside, The Muca Hoi An
Boutique Resort is the newest property
to be opened near the World Heritage
Site. With 36 rooms, the resort features
a unique fusion design combining
traditional Hoi An and European arch
style architecture creating a charming
old world ambiance and atmosphere.
Just a 10-minute walk from the Cua Dai
beach and 10 minutes by car from the
old quarter of Hoi An, the Muca Hoi An
Boutique Resort is ideal place for those
who seek to discover and appreciate
local culture and beautiful nature.
Liberty Hotel Saigon Greenview
closed for major renovation
The hotel has announced it will close
from 15 May until 20 August, 2014 in
order to refurbish all if its rooms and
build one more restaurant. Affected
bookings will be transferred to its nearby
sister hotel, the Liberty Hotel Saigon
Parkview located at 265 Pham Ngu
Lao Street, District 1. Should you have
bookings at the Liberty Hotel Saigon
Greenview during the hotel’s closure,
please contact our travel consultants
for more detailed information. We look
forward to seeing the hotel in its fresh
look after the facelift in August.
Silverland Sakyo Hotel & Spa rolls out
in downtown Saigon
The Silverland Hotel Group has
recently inaugurated its newest
property, the Sakyo Hotel & Spa, in
the vibrant downtown of Saigon. The
hotel, a fusion of Vietnamese and
Japanese styles, features 60 spacious
rooms, a restaurant specialized in
authentic Japanese cuisine, and a
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Vietnamese and International cuisine,
and a well equipped meeting room.
Being an ideal venue for weddings,
the Shells Resort and Spa is also a
romantic haven for honeymooners.
CambodiaLa Rose Boutique Hotel & Spa
Won TripAdvisor’s Certificate
of Excellence
La Rose Boutique Hotel & Spa
in Phnom Penh has just won a
TripAdvisor’s Certificate of Excellence
2014. This came as no surprise as the
hotel is always keen to render all-round
service and whole-hearted hospitality
to its guests. The evaluation is based
on customer reviews and the award is
a great encouragement for the hotel to
keep up with its excellent service.
Cheung Sheng Global Holdings
Announces Plans for Integrated
Resort in Cambodia
Earlier this month, Cheung Sheng
announced the plans for the Oasis
Integrated Resort, sited along the ring
road of Siem Reap and 3 minutes away
from the Siem Reap Night Market. The
project covers an estimated area of
18,000 square metres, and includes
a 120 room medium-sized boutique
hotel, retail and pub areas, and a large
open concept glass-lined ceiling food
street, which will house a mix of local
and international culinary delights.
Construction on this project is set to start
in June 2014 and all its elements should
be operational by the first quarter of 2015.
Lotus Blanc Resort in Siem Reap to
undergo major renovation
The resort has announced it will
temporarily close for a major facelift
from 16 June to 30 September, 2014.
Bookings previously confirmed at the
Lotus Blanc Resort for this period of
time will be upgraded to the Borei
Angkor Resort and Spa. We will keep
you posted when the resort is ready for
the upcoming high season.
Sofitel Angkor Phokeethra Golf &
Spa Resort reopens its pool
After over one month being closed for
maintenance, the swimming pool at
Sofitel Angkor Phokeethra Golf & Spa
Resort has reopened and is back to
normal operations. With its fresh look
after the work, the pool is again a popular
corner to chill out at this property.
MyanmarNew Amazing hotel in Mandalay
The Amazing Hotel Chain recently
inaugurated its first property in
Mandalay, the Hotel Amazing
Mandalay. Located opposite the
Mandalay Railway Station and within
walking distance of the Royal Palace
and the main market, the hotel features
16 Deluxe Rooms furnished with the
tasteful decorations with a traditional
Myanmar character. All rooms offer
latest amenities, waterfall showers, and
comfort that one would expect to have
at a luxury hotel. The hotel’s restaurant
is specialized in both Western and
Asian cuisine and offers options of
dining inside or alfresco on the terrace.
Merciel Retreat & Resort rolls out on
Ngapali Beach
The resort was put into operations after
completing its first phase with 42 rooms
categorized as Junior Deluxe, Executive
Deluxe & Merciel Room. Conveniently
located on the most beautiful section of
the Ngapali Beach, and just 5 minutes
from the airport, the resort offers full
exposure to nature and easy access to
lively local culture. The resort will have 34
more rooms when it completes its second
phase by the upcoming high season.
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We are excited to introduce our promotional packages for summer 2014. These packages
are combinations of fantastic offers from our local partners, which guarantee the best
savings and an unforgettable travel experience.
The Classic Vietnam Tour (9 Days / 8 Nights) is an ideal choice for those who wish to explore
the S-shaped country from Halong Bay to the Mekong Delta. You may also fly to Cambodia
to explore the majestic Angkor Complex with our special package of Majestic Angkor (4
Days / 3 Nights). Your adventure to the Indochina region is not complete without a visit to
the UNESCO-recognised, peaceful town of Luang Prabang with our tour of Classic Luang
Prabang (4 Days / 3 Nights).
2 0 1 4Summer promotion
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Day 1 Hanoi arrival. O/N Hanoi
Day 2 Hanoi sightseeing. O/N Hanoi.
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Day 4 Ha Long Bay – Boat Cruise – Hanoi – Hue. O/N Hue.
Day 5 Hue sightseeing. O/N Hue.
CLASSIC VIETNAM TOUR 9 DAYS / 8 NIGHTS
Hanoi . Ha Long Bay . Hoi An . Hue . Ho Chi Minh City . Mekong Delta
Day 6 Hue - Hoi An. O/N Hoi An.
Day 7 Hoi An – Da Nang – Ho Chi Minh City – Cu Chi
Tunnels – Sightseeing. O/N Ho Chi Minh.
Day 8 Ho Chi Minh City – Ben Tre – Boat Cruise. O/N Ho Chi Minh City.
Day 9 Ho Chi Minh City – Departure
City Standard First Class Deluxe
La Belle Vie (Deluxe)
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Lotus (Superior)
Gold Hotel (Deluxe City View)
Signature Saigon (Deluxe)
Chalcedony (Deluxe)
Indochina Sails (Superior)
Hoi An Riverside (Superior)
Mondial (Superior)
Northern (Deluxe)
Nikko (ROH)
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Day 1 Siem Reap arrival.
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Day 3 Siem Reap – Banteay Srei – Banteay Samre – Ta Prohm
Visit Local Monastery for Blessing Ceremony.
Day 4 Siem Reap departure.
Day 1 Luang Prabang arrival.
Day 2 Luang Prabang – Alms Giving - half day city tour.
Day 3 Luang Prabang - Pak Ou Caves.
Day 4 Luang Prabang departure.
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