German photographer Christian Berg has recorded beautiful photos of the ancient town of Hoi An and described the city as the best place to take wedding photos. German photographer Christian Berg lives and works in HCM City. He has a degree in Southeast Asian studies and is fluent in English, German and Vietnamese. His photos have been featured in several prestigious newspapers such as the New York Times, Wall Street Journal, Financial Times, National Geographic Traveler, Glamour, and Forbes. Christian arrived in Vietnam 13 years ago and fell in love with the beautiful country. Christian says simplicity is the key to taking beautiful photos in Hoi An, especially in the late afternoon sunlight. Natural light also plays an important role in taking the best photos, says Christian. Getting to know locals is an important way to show emotional depth in his photos. At the Hoai River on Bach Dang road. A street side grocery store. Cao Lau (noodle dish of Hoi An). A female staff member at … [Read more...] about Hoi An ancient town through the lens of a German photographer
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Award winning Hoi An resort offers summer holidays for families
The international award-winning Sunrise Premium Resort & Spa Hoi An has launched a special promotion for families to welcome summer 2018. The infinity pool boasts a serene view overlooking Cham Island.-Photo courtesy of the resort Starting from VND3,990,000++/night, a guest and their little angels can enjoy a two-day-one-night stay in a Deluxe Room and a buffet breakfast at Spices Garden. The offer also includes a free extra bed and complementary swimming lesson, cake making, hat painting for children, and several other interesting offers. The promotion is applicable from now until June 30, 2018. Sunrise Premium Resort & Spa Hoi An was named in the the World Luxury Hotel Awards 2017. The resort is also the winner of the Asian Lifestyle Tourism Awards (ALTA) 2017 with three significant awards, including Vietnam’s Best Resort, Outstanding Honeymoon Destination in Southeast Asia, and Vietnam’s Best Luxury Resort Spa. Nestled on the side of the pristine Cua … [Read more...] about Award winning Hoi An resort offers summer holidays for families
Boutique Hoi An Resort – Ancient charm and Modern living
Just five minutes from the ancient town of Hoi An, isolated on a mini strip of a peninsula situated near the gateway of Cua Dai is the location of beautiful Boutique Hoi An Resort. At Boutique Hoi An Resort one can relax and enjoy the calmness and tranquility, soothing the mind as intended by nature, yet retaining the service of modern day amenities. Once you have stay at Boutique Hoi An Resort, you will surely come back on any future visit. One step beyond the “main entrance”, you will be greeted with a great magnificent sight of openness. At the center of the garden is a large swimming pool that rival the size of those used in the Olympics. Lining the edge of the pool are soft cushioned long lounge chairs under white canvas umbrellas that patiently are waiting for you. Dotted throughout the yard are the regional coconuts trees with their green palm leaves providing shade against the hot sunny weather that is present for nine months out of the year. Beyond the garden is … [Read more...] about Boutique Hoi An Resort – Ancient charm and Modern living
Victoria Hotels & Resorts focus on local culture preservation and environment protection
The Hanoi Times - In a constant effort to preserve the authenticity of its destinations, Victoria Hotels & Resorts has always been promoting the cultural richness of Vietnam and Cambodia with unique packages and tours not only to discover local inhabitants' daily life but also to share unforgettable moments with them. Earlier this year, Victoria Sapa Resort & Spa welcomed one class from the Ho Chi Minh CityFrenchSchool - Ecole Colette and designed a special program for the 7 to 8 years old school children. The aim of the school project was to help the children to discover the multi-cultural country that they live in, the concept of sharing and opening up to a different "world" through art. One of the Ecole Colette's ideas was to teach the children painting using Sapa minority tribes as models and with the help of Mrs Helene Kling, a well-know French painter based in Vietnam. After 9 sessions of hard work and learning the techniques of oil painting in Ho Chi Minh … [Read more...] about Victoria Hotels & Resorts focus on local culture preservation and environment protection
TRAVEL IN BRIEF 15/7
Two Vietnamese hotels boast world’s best spas Two hotels in Vietnam have been ranked among the five that have the best hotel spas in the world by readers of the US Travel&Leisure Magazine, the world’s leading travel guides, articles and information. In the list, the Nam Hai in central Quang Nam province’s Hoi An town comes in fourth while the Sofitel Legend Metropole Hanoi is positioned fifth. Besides, the Nam Hai is also ranked 12th in the Best Resorts in Asia. The Metropole is named in two other categories, finishing 52nd in the Top 100 Hotels and fifth among the Best City Hotels in Asia. Also in the category of the Best City Hotels in Asia, the Park Hyatt Saigon in Ho Chi Minh City is listed in the 17th. Spa rankings are based on readers’ ratings for ambience, treatment packages, service and its value, and facilities, while hotel rankings are based on ratings for rooms/facilities, location, service and its value, and restaurants/food. The honours are … [Read more...] about TRAVEL IN BRIEF 15/7