Yesterday the Brazilian Olympic Soccer Team arrived at Hanoi’s International Airport, Noi Bai. They are here as part of their Asia Tour prior to kicking the ball around the Olympic Park in Beijing (8-24 Aug).
Some of the best players in the world were swamped by local fans as they arrived at the airport, before being [...]
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P rime Minister Hun Sen’s Cambodian People’s Party appears set to sweep national elections held Sunday, party officials said at the close of polls.
The CPP has unofficially gained seven additional parliamentary positions, government spokesman Khieu Kanharith told the Post, giving it claim to 80 of the National Assembly’s 123 seats.
Ballots are still being counted, “but [...]
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Life Heritage Resort Hoi An (www.life-resorts.com) will re-open its door next month after five months of renovation. The resort’s new look is expected to be modern yet sophisticated and rich in elements from a colonial past.
Touches of French, Dutch, Chinese and Japanese culture are also said to have contributed to its distinct ambiance. The resort [...]
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If you’re in HCM City looking for something to do, why not check out the Water Puppets at 55B Nguyen Thi Minh Khai Street, Dist 1. The show runs for 50 minutes and start at 6.30pm and also 8 pm, with tickets costing $4USD.
For more info about the shows, times, costs and history, check out [...]
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If you happen to be in Lao this weekend, make the effort to go and watch, just don’t expect it be shown on Fox Sport (live or delayed!).
Vietnam Travel Notes predicts the Swans up by 14 points.
More info can be found at the following blogs:
Vietnam Swans
Lao Elephants
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Situated on the right on coast, the ever growing fishing town of Quy Nhon is slowly but surely becoming a popular stop off for many travelers to Vietnam.
For the more adventurous travelers, Quy Nhon is a great place to walk, explore, relax on the beach and eat fabulous seafood. Most locals will not speak English, [...]
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Bookworms in Hanoi
One of the best places for English language books in Hanoi is Bookworm. Before it use to be located on Ngo Van So Street, however they have just moved shops. So if you’re in need of a book, head to the shop at 4B Yen The (next to the shop Dome)
Bookworm is open [...]
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With hundreds of images sitting on my computers hard drive, I decided it was time to find a way (other than a blog) to show case them to the world at large!
So I put together a short movie/photo presentation with Windows Movie Maker. Check it out and let me know what you think. There will [...]
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Ho Chi Minh City & Cu Chi Tunnels Tour - 1 Day
Ho Chi Minh City is the commercial hub of Vietnam and this morning your guide will give you insights and history about the various interesting places that this bustling city has to offer. Stroll along Dong Khoi street to visit Notre Dame Cathedral and [...]
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