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Amaya Retreat covers 10 hectares in the outlying district of Soc Son, around 10 kilometers from downtown Hanoi. It has 12 bungalows with 16 bedrooms and a wooden suite villa with a private swimming pool. A night's stay costs from VND2.5 million ($105.61) on weekdays and VND2.9 million on weekends. The resort offers meditation and yoga classes. Bungalows here are mainly made of eco-friendly materials and designed in European style that offer forest views. If you are lucky, you can see squirrels right from your bedroom. Located in Sa Pa Town in the northern province of Lao Cai, Villa de Mont Mountain Resort has 39 villas lying at a height of 1,555 meters above sea level. All villas here are built from stone, indigenous wood in combination with handmade ethnic brocade. The resort was named … [Read more...] about 3 Vietnam resorts nestled in pine forests

The cultural event is organized to promote the value of humanity's intangible cultural heritage - Quan Ho Bac Ninh folk singing in the tourism industry. A cultural event entitled “Bac Ninh space in the heart of Hanoi” is organized at the pedestrian area around Hoan Kiem Lake, Hanoi from September 23 to 26. The cultural event of “Bac Ninh space in the heart of Hanoi” will last until September 26 in Hanoi. This is the second annual event held by the Department of Planning and Investment of Bac Ninh Province in Hanoi to promote local culture and tourism to Hanoians and visitors to the capital city. Head of the Event Organizing Committee Vu Thi Phuong Thao said that this cultural event is an opportunity to promote the Bac Ninh Quan ho folk song as well as the unique culture of the land to the capital's audience and international tourists. “The Quan ho folk singing, or the ritual of betel offering, is among many activities to be performed at the … [Read more...] about Bac Ninh space in the heart of Hanoi 2022

Can Tho City's leaders visit a display booth of fruits. The festival which is part of activities celebrating World Tourism Day on September 27th attracts 60 display booths of 10 units of provinces and cities. The event aims to promote Can Tho tourism and Phong Dien district’s ecological tourist sites and orchards that have attracted a large number of local and international visitors to the city over recent years. The festival will include a series of activities, such as a seminar introducing a set of green tourism criteria, the introduction of popular tourist areas of the Mekong Delta region in 2022, performances of Don Ca Tai Tu Nam Bo (southern amateur music) , fruit arrangement performance, a contest of southern traditional cakes and dishes, a marathon, boat race and folk games. A fruit arrangement Speaking at the opening ceremony, Director of the Department of Culture, Sports and Tourism of Can Tho City Nguyen Minh Tuan said that the city’s tourism industry … [Read more...] about Phong Dien-Can Tho Ecotourism Festival 2022 opens

The German travel news site reisereporter.de has listed Vietnam among the ten most charming destinations for German holiday-makers to explore and escape the upcoming winter in Europe. According to a recent article posted on the site, Vietnam is one of the 10 most beautiful destinations that tourists should consider when planning a faraway trip for themselves and their families. Ha Long Bay The author considered Vietnam a country of cultural treasures and spectacular scenery, adding that it has over 3,000 km of coastline with diverse and rich nature. Coming to Vietnam, visitors can immerse themselves in the vibrant life of the capital of Hanoi or the southern hub of Ho Chi Minh City. In addition, Hoi An, the capital of lanterns in Vietnam, is also definitely worth a visit. The article advised visitors to begin their journey with trips through endless green paddy fields or national rainforest parks. Those who want to go to the beach were recommended to come to Nha … [Read more...] about Vietnam among 10 best destinations for Germans to escape winter: news site

Two roads leading to the An Phu Islet in the middle of Tra Khuc River, home to around 350 families, have been flooded by rising waters. During dry seasons, residents often use these roads to travel back and forth between the islet and the surrounding land. But heavy rains over the past two days have flooded one road, and strong water flow caused erosion on the other road, leaving behind a chasm as of Saturday noon. With roads rendered inaccessible, residents on the islet, including dozens of students, have to resort to boats to travel around. The majority of them do not have life vests with them. For residents who were stuck on the mainland, many decided to stay now that the roads have become unusable. "I was bringing my grandchild back home from school, but upon seeing the rising water and hearing news about an incoming storm, I decided to let my grandchild stay with an acquaintance on the mainland," said Bui Thanh Binh. A house in An Phu Islet, Quang Ngai Province is … [Read more...] about 1,300 isolated as heavy rains flood central province