The US-based channel cites natural charm, rich history, and good cuisine as its reasons for choosing these two destinations in the north and south of Vietnam. "As the capital of Vietnam, Hanoi is a hub of history, culture and endless energy," the CNN report released early this week said. "For first-time travelers, the Old Quarter is the best place to start. This labyrinth of lanes reveals French colonial architecture, hardworking hawkers, artisanal crafts and no shortage of restaurants. It's busy and chaotic but navigating the crowded streets, where motorbikes reign, is half the fun." After Hanoi, CNN suggested travelers chase the sun to Phu Quoc. The 28-island district is home to some of the most beautiful beaches in Southeast Asia - not to mention the world's longest oversea cable car, the channel said. "Whether you stay on more developed Phu Quoc Island or ultra-remote Hon Xuong, the region promises island hopping, snorkeling, diving, sandy shores and more." One Pillar … [Read more...] about Hanoi, Phu Quoc among best travel destinations in Asia: CNN
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Popular destinations in Vietnam make 2018 best destination lists
Sapa was listed among the Southeast Asian region’s top 10 destinations by travel guide Roughguides in February 2018. During March, TripAdvisor announced a list of the best 25 destinations in the world, with the capital city of Hanoi making the cut. Tran Phu Beach in Nha Trang and Bai Dai (Long Beach) on Phu Quoc Island were listed among the Top 50 most beautiful beaches in the world by US News in June. In July, Insider wrote that Ha Long Bay is one of the most beautiful natural wonders throughout the world. At the same time, Lonely Planet chose Ho Chi Minh City in third place among Asia’s Top 10 destinations, behind Busan and Uzbekistan. In September, Brightside website introduced a number of places that readers would want to visit immediately. Included on the list were the Golden Bridge in Danang and Cua Van fishing village in Quang Ninh which ranked No. 1 and No. 17, respectively. Singaporean travel site Tripzilla, which made a selection of best places to enjoy the … [Read more...] about Popular destinations in Vietnam make 2018 best destination lists
BIM Land named ’Best Resort Developer Southeast Asia’
Projects developed by BIM Land. - VNS PhotoViet Nam News HÀ NỘI – BIM Land Joint Stock Company, a member of diversified conglomerate BIM Group, was named Best Resort Developer Southeast Asia at the Dot Property Southeast Asia Awards 2018 held late last week in HCM City. BIM Land has worked with a number of the world’s leading hospitality and resort brands such as Hyatt from the US at the Park Hyatt Phu Quoc, the InterContinental Hotels Group from the UK at the InterContinental Phu Quoc Long Beach Resort, Crown Plaza Vientiane and Regent Phu Quoc, Singapore’s Ascott Limited at Citadines Marina Halong and Sailing Club Leisure Group at Sailing Club Villas Phu Quoc and Sailing Club Phu Quoc and Singapore’s Fraser Hospitality at Fraser Suites Hanoi. This helped cement BIM Land’s reputation, quality and competitiveness to win Best Resort Developer Southeast Asia 2018. “Winning the award of Best Resort Developer Southest Asia 2018 is a … [Read more...] about BIM Land named ’Best Resort Developer Southeast Asia’
Independent: Now is the best time to visit Dat Tham Beach on Con Dao
Around the Country Independent: Now is the best time to visit Dat Tham Beach on Con Dao Nguyen Quy Tuesday, Mar 20, 2018,21:02 (GMT+7) Independent: Now is the best time to visit Dat Tham Beach on Con DaoNguyen Quy The untapped beauty of Con Dao Island off the southern province of Ba Ria-Vung Tau is captured in this photo. Independent newspaper names Dat Tham Beach on the archipelago among the 10 cleanliest beaches in Southeast Asia - PHOTO: IVIVU.COM Dat Tham Beach on Con Dao, the archipelago off the southern province of Ba Ria-Vung Tau, has recently landed on the list of the 10 cleanliest beaches in Southeast Asia as voted by travel readers of Independent newspaper in the UK. Like other Southeast Asian countries, Vietnam is struggling with a stack of urgent issues in terms of overcrowding, coral damage and waste when it comes to beach tourism, as pointed out by the news site. Several countries, including Vietnam, have … [Read more...] about Independent: Now is the best time to visit Dat Tham Beach on Con Dao
US travel site urges tourists to explore Vietnam’s two most beautiful beaches
The New York-based travel site Thrillist has included Cat Co 2 on the northern Cat Ba Island and Thom Beach on the southern island of Phu Quoc on its list of the best seaside getaways in Vietnam. US travel site urges tourists to explore Vietnam's two most beautiful beaches If you're not by planning, there’s just enough time to add them to this year’s checklist before they are marred by over development. Just 45km to the east of Hai Phong, Cat Ba boasts crystal-clear waters, jungles and ancient fishing villages. However, the island has managed to keep a relative low profile even though it is just to the south of the world-famous Ha Long Bay. The travel site described Cat Co 2 as “the most relaxed of Cat Ba’s three beaches,” where travelers can take in a panoramic view of the amazing island surrounded by spectacular limestone mountains. Thrillist also recommended holidaymakers to touch down on Thom Beach on the southern coast of Phu Quoc. … [Read more...] about US travel site urges tourists to explore Vietnam’s two most beautiful beaches