Archive for September, 2009

Ha Giang - A geological park of Vietnam

Dong Van Plateau in Ha Giang province consisting of Quan Ba, Yen Minh, Dong Van and Meo Vac Districts contains great geological values, suitable to developing a model of sustainable socio-economic development.

Ha Giang - A geological park of Vietnam
Vision of a project
Professor, Doctor Jan Masschelein from Leuven University, Belgium has researched geology of caves and […]

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Follow the Mekong - Vietnam travel guide

With time to watch the ebb and flow of a river’s life, Graham Reilly floats from Vietnam to Cambodia.

I stare from the riverbank at this astonishingly vast and lively world of water. Here, in the charming provincial city of Can Tho in the heart of southern Vietnam’s Mekong Delta, it is as if the land […]

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How to Plan a Trip to Vietnam - Travel guide

In the decades since the war, Vietnam has blossomed into a tourist’s paradise, with lovely beaches, extraordinary shopping opportunities, and friendly and welcoming people. In fact, more and more Westerners plan trips to Vietnam every year.

Ninh Binh, Vietnam
Step 1: Obtain a passport before you plan a trip to Vietnam. Bring your original birth certificate (not […]

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Notre Dame Cathedral shines brightly in southern city, Vietnam

Located in the heart of the city, Notre Dame Cathedral is a “must-see” place for travelers, Vietnamese and foreign alike, on their tours to Saigon-Ho Chi Minh City. The elegant and ancient church represents not only a religious work but an architectural masterpiece of immense cultural and historical value.
In the early years of its colonial […]

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ACTIVETRAVEL ASIA (ATA) promotes Pu Luong as responsible travel destination in Vietnam

ATA supports responsible tourism in Pu Luong to preserve the nature and ethnic traditions and improve community’s life in this Reserve of Vietnam

Pu Luong Reserve, Vietnam
Pù Luông in Thái language is the word for mountain and Pù Luông is not only the highest mountain of this Nature Reserve, but of the entire province Thanh Hoa. […]

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Getting the most out of Sapa travel Vietnam

Located in the northwestern mountains of the country, Sapa is a modest town nestled within the Hoang Lien Son mountain range in Lao Cai Province. Sapa is an excellent destination to enjoy outdoor activities with stunning landscapes that attract both domestic and foreign tourists.
Travelling in Sapa, few tourists miss an opportunity to trek to mountain […]

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Cu Lao Cham island, Vietnam - The Vietnamese Hawaii

The winds roar and the waves surge, as our boat departs Cua Dai port in Hoi An Town. A few anxious passengers ask if it might be wise to return, others are thirsty for an adventure to a remote island.

Cu Lao Cham island, Da Nang, Vietnam
Our fearless guide stands firm on the bow and […]

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Phong Nha Cave, Vietnam - A World Heritage site

As we float up the Son river by boat, we wave to the local girls washing clothes in the clear waters on both sides of the riverbank.

Phong Nha Cave, Vietnam -  A World Heritage site
A World Heritage listed site, Phong Nha is a place that has become famous worldwide for magnificent caves and grottos […]

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Let the sunshine in - Nha Trang resort, Vietnam

With a beautiful beach, an endless supply of fresh seafood and a string of hopping bars in the evening, you simply can’t go wrong in Nha Trang, says Van Cong Tu

Nha Trang beach, Vietnam

Nha Trang has long been a popular destination for both local and international tourists. Its long sandy beach lined with coconut […]

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Lang Co Bay Vietnam joins world-class bays

Lying between Da Nang and Hue cities, Lang Co is the third bay in Vietnam being admitted to the club following Ha Long Bay and Nha Trang Bay.

Lang Co Bay, Vietnam
The bay was selected for its preserved natural beauty, which harmonizes with local people and attracts a lot of tourists.

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