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2015 sees robust development of Vietnam’s tourism sector

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VIETNAM TRAVEL NEWSQ2-2015

• HCMC will launch 10 golf cart vehicles to

offer city tours at a maximum ticket price of

VND10,000 (46.2 U.S. cents) per person

from early next month. Each of the ten 12-

seat carts will depart every ten minutes

from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. every day.

• Upgraded highway which links Dong Nai Province and the Central

Highlands province of Lam Dong, was opened to traffi late April 2015.

It shortens HCMC-Dalat distance to 6 hours drive instead of 8 hours.

The upgraded 109.5-kilometer section of the highway runs from Dau

Giay T-Junction near the HCMC-Long Thanh-Giau Day Expressway, to

Provincial Road 725 in Bao Loc City, Lam Dong Province.

DESTINATION UPDATENew infrastructure

• The newest Hanoi After Dark excursion has been designed for

exploring the city’s lively night time scene with small, character-filled

alleys of Hanoi’s Old Quarter. Rest assured there will be plenty of

time to nibble including traditional tea, dinner at an authentic

Vietnamese restaurant and even a sweet treat in one of the city’s

historical district’s.

• There’s no better way to see the real Hanoi

than through its food…and from the back of

a motorbike! Feast at this Half-day Hanoi

motorbike tour for foodies. Travel through

the city’s historical heart before being

whisked out to the surrounding areas to

taste a wide array of local delicacies.

NEW TOURS & SERVICES New excursions

• Are you photography lover? The newest Hanoi Photographic Tour

has been designed just for you. Daily street life and landscape of

Hanoi make it an ideal place for some great shots.

• Try our newest Silk Painting Class in Hoi

An where you will be able to learn and

practice in sessions of 1.30-2 hours to mix

and play with colors and to use the

different techniques.

NEW TOURS & SERVICES New excursions

• Dine in the Dark & Toast in the Sky excursion is coming to HCMC

with a Diethelm twist! Try this amazing sensory experience and

savor some great cocktails at a hip little bar against the dramatic

backdrop of Saigon’s skyline.

• Take a unique chance to Meet and Cook

with Luke Nguyen, the famous Vietnamese

Australian chef to share the best of his

culinary experience! It’s a 4 courses

cooking class with a unique wine pairing

each evening in HCMC.

NEW TOURS & SERVICES New excursions

• Our new 04 Days Hanoi Cultural Insight is a chance to get insights into the life and works of Vietnamese artist circle

while enjoying your stay at a boutique home nestled in a peaceful village by the Red River. Let’s capture the most

exciting scenes of Hanoi’s old quarter as well as gain insights in to the Red River Delta Culture with visit to the typical

craft villages.

NEW TOURS & SERVICES New tours

• Our new 04 Days deep into the Mekong Delta is a 2-night cruise aboard

Song Xanh sampan and one night stay at an unique rustic homestay

blended with modern comfort. Side excursions on foot or by bicycle will

give you insights into the daily life of local people well known for their

hospitability. There are chances to taste local delicacies and seasonal fruits

and witness a unique trading way at the biggest floating market in the

region.

• Stay at a boutique hotel in Ho Chi Minh

City with daily excursions uniquely

selected for you with authentic

experience that most of tourists to

Vietnam would not have chance to enjoy?

Try our new 04 Days Saigon authentic

experience now!

NEW TOURS & SERVICES New tours

• The Vietnam Mountain Marathon 2015 will be held on the 26th September 2015 in Sapa.

Registration opens now!

Request our pre and post tours now to combine with the race programs!

DESTINATION UPDATENew tours

• Apricot Hotel, 4* in Hanoi, has opened in April 2015 with 123

tastefully furnished bedrooms. Well-positioned in Hoan Kiem District

it offers easy access to the city's must-see destinations.

• Address: 136 Hang Trong Str., Hoan Kiem Dist., Hanoi

NEW HOTELS

• Orange Resort, 3* in Phu Quoc, has

opened in late December 2014. It offers a

selection of modern rooms with stunning

views.

• Address: 88/5 Tran Hung Dao street, Phu

Quoc

• Muong Thanh Hotel, 4* in Can Tho, is set to open in April 2015 with

300 tastefully furnished bedrooms. Well-positioned in Ninh Kieu

District it offers easy access to the city's must-see destinations.

• Address: Area E1, Cai Khe river islet, Ninh Kieu district, Can Tho

NEW HOTELS

• West Hotel, 3* in Can Tho, has opened

in late January 2015. It offers a selection

of 80 well equipped rooms with river

views.

• Address: 88-90-92 Hai Ba Trung street.

Tan An ward, Ninh Kieu district, Can Tho

Developments never stop in Vietnam.

In a close future several brand new hotels will open

throughout the country.

The major properties are:

• Star City Westlake Hanoi Hotel,

• Ha Long Star Hotel, Halong Bay

• Fusion Suites Danang, Da Nang

• JW Marriott Danang Resort, Da Nang

• Courtyard by Marriot Ham Tan, Phan Thiet

• Manna Luxury Holiday Resort, Phan Thiet

• Westin Resort & Spa Cam Ranh, Cam Ranh

• Swiss-Belhotel Golf Tuyen Lam (with 18-hole

golf course), Dalat

UPCOMING HOTELS