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The condotel has landed
The condo-hotel is an alien concept for Vietnam but developers now believe the time is right to introduce this product to the market. Duc Hanh examines what the attractions are for investors and owners
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A recipe for discovering Hanoi
With a rich culinary heritage and an exciting street food scene, Hanoi’s a wonderful city for foodies, writes Duc Hanh, so make sure you come with an appetite
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Vietnam-The hidden cham |
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Halong from a height
You can now explore Halong Bay from unprecedented heights by signing up for a helicopter tour.
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Profile |
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Sheraton Nha Trang opens
After seven months of operations, Sheraton Nha Trang Hotel and Spa officially opened on October 5. The new property has set a new landmark in Nha Trang as it is the first luxury hotel managed by an international operator in the coastal city.
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Society |
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Wedding day blues
As the bride’s family foots the bill at a Co Ho wedding party, families with a lot of nubile daughters are often left facing bankruptcy.
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Other |
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Vietnam raises a glass for Oktoberfest
There was an extra reason to clink glasses at this year’s Oktoberfest parties in Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh City. Vietnam and Germany are celebrating 35 years of official diplomatic ties – so what better way to celebrate this happy alliance then by enjoying one of Germany’s oldest fairs, the Oktoberfest, which is traditionally held in Bavaria and one of Europe’s most popular festivals with an average of six million visitors attending every year.
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Lifestyle |
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By the people, for the people
Propaganda art is well-known in Vietnam and has proved highly popular with tourists but in this era of mass-marketing, billboard advertisements and TV commercials is anyone producing original propaganda art anymore?
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Culture |
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Carving up the town
A 2,000 year old village with a 1,000 year old traditional craft, Hanoi’s Son Dong is a must-see stop on any heritage trail for tourists
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More than a luxury sport
General manager of Ocean Dunes Golf Club in Phan Thiet, Kurt Greve argues that golf is not a luxury that Vietnam can afford to go without
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Around Town |
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A bountiful feast
Le Mayeur International Restaurant at the Hanoi Horison Hotel is named after the Belgian impressionist Adrien Jean Le Mayeur De Merprès, who once resided in Bali.
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