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Community-based tour to Vong Vieng village, Ha Long
Situated 30km north-east of Bai Chay port, Vong Vieng, a fishing village that belongs to Bai Tu Long bay, is one attractive tourism spot of community-based tours in Ha Long. Visiting Vong Vieng, tourists will be enchanted by picturesque scenery and peaceful daily life of local people.
$495 for a perfect getaway at Lifestyle Resort in Danang
Lifestyle Resort is among the most popular resorts in the coastal city of Danang, besides big names such as Vinpearl, Furama and Fusion Maia.
Pho and Goi Cuon named among the most delicious in the world
The CNN Go staff has recently made a list of 50 of the world most delicious foods, including pho and goi cuon of Vietnam.
Vietnam Online This Week: July 25-31
Can you believe that it is already the last week of July? Some say “meh”, some will speak in disbelief “oh-my-lord”, just like us, with so many deadlines ahead and so many news to deliver.
Quang Nam to Feature Another World Class Resort
The joint venture between local firm VinaCapital and Genting Group, a world leading developer of integrated resorts, one of best managed multinationals in Asia, has been allowed to reclaim a larger area in Quang nam province to implement the $4 billion South Hoi An tourism project.
Ho Chi Minh city planning first pedestrian-friendly streets
At the recent Ho Chi Minh city's Department of Urban Planning and Architecture meeting, officials have proposed a daring plan to turn some of the city's busiest corners into pedestrians' heavens. The first such heaven is rather a small one.
Home Visit Tours with Hanoi Students
Since the mid July, 2011, foreign tourists who want to discover Vietnamese’s lifestyle and culture together with the local ones, can make their dream come true by joining the “Home Visit Tour”.
Summer Discounts for Phan Thiet and Mui Ne resorts
Organic Market in Hanoi Attracts Locals and Expats Alike
Established only recently in the expat quarter of Hanoi, this fresh green market has attracted many locals and expats alike.
A stunning bird’s eye view of HCMC at Saigon Sky Deck observatory
Vietnam Online This Week: July 18-24
Discover what Vietnam and Vietnam Online has to offer you this week - July 18 to 24.
New Routes Connecting Vietnam with US, UK by Vietnam Airlines
Leaving the story of profits and losses aside, the national carrier Vietnam Airlines is aiming to open direct air routes to the US and the UK for the last few months of the year.
Deals for Expats at Life Resort
From July 2011, Life Resort launches a deal called “Your Passport to Life” which is exclusively for expatriates of selected nationalities every month. Check out when your deal will be in effect.
Talk of turning historic Long Bien Bridge into museum underway
It is a name that speaks of nostalgia in the heart and mind of many Vietnamese. The Long Bien bridge was constructed by the French in 1898 during their occupation of the country.
Hanoi to feel Gravity of Westlife on October 1st
If things fall into the right place, the famous Irish boyband will be in Hanoi to promote their newly released album Gravity on October 1st, 2011.
Hanoi - Halong Bay package for as low as $449
The latest addition to Hanoi five star hotel, Movenpick is offering a great package tour deal for luxury travellers.
Vietnam Considered As The Next Move for Starbucks
The American giant is looking into possibility to expand its business in Asia, including Vietnam.
Hanoi Museum to Undergo Renovation
Hanoi museum was a major project of the 1000 years celebration. Together with Hoa Binh park, the two sites were finished just prior to October 10th last year and represented the two most funded construction projects for the anniversary.
Extended stays for transit passengers
Transit passengers can now lengthen their stay in Vietnam from the current limit of 5 days to 15 days. The official regulation will take effect from August 14th, 2011. Those staying over the stated time can apply for a visa-on-arrival for longer stay.
New option for buffet fans in Ho Chi Minh City
To meet the demand of buffet lovers, the Hotel Equatorial HCMC launches a new type of buffet named “Eat All You Can”, which is exclusively for lunch at the Orientica Restaurant & Bar, where offers best seafood in the city.

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