UNWTO and Spain announce major conference on ethics and tourism | vietnam tours

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Published on Wednesday, 06 July 2011 13:18
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UNWTO and Spain have come together to organize the First International Congress on Ethics and Tourism, to address some of the most pressing ethical issues currently facing the tourism sector (15-16 September, Madrid, Spain).

As one of the largest economic sectors in the world, tourism creates jobs and wealth for millions, but can also pose serious challenges. Against this background, the Global Code of Ethics for Tourism – a set of guidelines and principles for the international tourism sector – was designed to minimize any negative impacts of tourism activity on destinations and host communities.

 

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Vietnam Beach Break 14 Days / 13 Nights

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Published on Wednesday, 06 July 2011 10:40
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Soak up the culture of Vietnam whilst enjoying one of the most beautiful coastlines in Asia. This fourteen day trip includes stays in the capital Hanoi and cosmopolitan Ho Chi Minh City, with beautiful beaches and bays along the way.

Day 1: Hanoi
You will be greeted at the airport and transferred to your hotel. Depending on when you arrive activities can be arranged for the rest of the day.

Day 2: Hanoi – Halong Bay
Drive to the UNESCO World Heritage listed Halong Bay for an overnight cruise through thousands of limestone islands on a traditional ‘junk’. Explore caves, kayak in secluded lagoons and sunbathe on the deck. In the evening enjoy a seafood dinner before retiring to your cabin for the night.

Day 3: Halong Bay – Hoi An
The next day cruise back to the mainland, arriving at around midday. You will then be transferred to the airport for a connecting flight to Danang and a short journey to the quaint, picturesque town of Hoi An. Spend your first evening in Hoi An strolling its romantic, silk lantern lit streets and dine in one of its fantastic riverside restaurants.

Day 4 -5: Hoi An
Over the next couple of days you have the options of a privately guided walking tour, a fun cooking class or an excursion to the ancient ruins of My Son. Alternatively, explore the picturesque countryside by bicycle or just laze on the beach.

Day 6: Hoi An – Nha Trang
Refreshed from your relaxing break in beautiful Hoi An, travel onwards to the beach town of Nha Trang, for the next few nights.

Day 7-8: Nha Trang
With its turquoise sea, golden sand and blue skies it is tempting to spend your days just relaxing on the beach. For those who can tear themselves away from their sun loungers, there are many options. You may enjoy a day trip to the offshore islands to go snorkeling and swimming. More adventurous types may wish to take advantage of the excellent kayaking or diving on offer.

Day 9: Nha Trang - Ho Chi Minh City
After a couple of nights in Nha Trang it is time to head further south to Ho Chi Minh City. In the afternoon you have the option of a private city tour or a visit to the famous Cu Chi Tunnels.

Day 10: Mekong Delta
The next day make a journey to the Mekong Delta. Enjoy a cruise on a traditional sampan, taking in the floating markets and lush, tropical landscape. A fantastic lunch will be served in a villa on the banks of the river before returning to Ho Chi Minh City for some free time.

Day 11-13: Ho Chi Minh City - Mui Ne - Ho Chi Minh City
Your last few days in Vietnam will be spent in the peaceful town of Mui Ne, which is a four hour drive from Ho Chi Minh City. A popular place for watersports such as windsurfing and kitesurfing, Mui Ne is home to giant sand dunes perfect for jeep safaris. The area is also justifiably known for its cheap and fresh seafood. Inspiring photographic opportunities abound with the brightly coloured Vietnamese fishing boats bringing in their catch in the morning. 

Day 14: Ho Chi Minh City
Spend the morning at leisure before you are transferred to the airport for your onward flight.

Traditional Silk Dye & Weaving Class Full Day

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This is a great introduction to the intriguing processes and local wisdom behind colorful Laos silk.

This is a great introduction to the intriguing processes and local wisdom behind colorful Laos silk
Spend the day in a stunning Mekong riverside garden. Prepare natural dyes and dye your own silk scarves. The workshop looks at silkworms, natural dyes and weaving techniques. The program is interactive and full of fascinating information; a unique and entertaining opportunity to learn about silk weaving. Meet the silkworms with an introduction to silkworms and the types of silk they produce. After preparing the dye sources, dye white scarves in the chosen colors. Try weaving and spinning on the demonstration looms. Then stroll around the garden, enjoy a cocktail, nibble on some tasty fried silkworms. Watch the sun dip behind the mountains on the Mekong.

Northern Vietnam Treasures 8 Days / 7 Nights

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Published on Tuesday, 05 July 2011 15:01
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The north of Vietnam is home to three treasures, Hanoi, the ‘Paris of the Orient’, the richly cultural hill tribe town of Sapa, and the World Heritage Site of Halong Bay. This tour takes in all of these in just 8 days, the perfect way to experience Northern Vietnam at its best..

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Published on Monday, 04 July 2011 10:44
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Terracotta cultural park comes to Hoi An

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Published on Sunday, 03 July 2011 02:04
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NhaVietCorp, in collaboration with Hoi An City authorities, started construction of the first terracotta cultural park in Vietnam at Thanh Ha District, in the central city of Hoi An.

The Thanh Ha Terracotta Cultural Park has investment of VND22 billion and is located on the 500-year-old traditional pottery village of Thanh Ha.

The park will cover 5,800 square meters, consisting of five theme zones: pottery museum, outdoor exhibition, performance stage, composition camp, and trade promotion and services.

The park is shaped like the turning table used in the process of making pottery products.

Architect Nguyen Van Nguyen, director of NhaVietcorp, said: “The park expects to help preserve and promote the traditional culture of the Thanh Ha pottery village, to create jobs for local people as well as become a good tourist spot for Hoi An”.

The park, which is expected to be completed in July 2013, will also be attractive to researchers and students due to the sculptures and artwork. In the park, the investor will also build miniature works of My Son Sanctuary, Hoi An ancient town and Hue Citadel on a scale of 1/10.

Hau Giang hosts national boat racing contest

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Published on Sunday, 03 July 2011 02:02
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The national boat racing competition 2011 will be hosted by the Mekong Delta province of Hau Giang from August 19 to 21 at Xa No Channel in Vi Thanh City.

So far eight teams from the provinces and cities of Can Tho, Bac Lieu, Ca Mau, Soc Trang, Kien Giang, Hau Giang, Vinh Long and Tra Vinh have registered to take part in the event organized by the locality’s Department of Culture, Sports & Tourism.

Each province has a male and female team, with the host province being allowed two male teams and one female team. The competition consists of 800m and 1,200m races for men and 600m and 1,000m events for women.

This is one of the numerous sporting activities to celebrate the 66th anniversary of the August Revolution (August 19) and National Day (Sept. 2).

BA BE LAKE PRIVATE TOUR (3 DAYS / 2 NIGHTS)

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Published on Monday, 30 May 2011 15:26
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From Hanoi you are driving through a beautiful mountainous landscape to Ba Be National Park which consists of rain-forest and the connecting lakes.

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Vietnam is a country with immense geographic and cultural diversity. The country’s varied climate and landscape range from four seasons in the mountainous North, to year-round tropical temperatures in the lush South. Visitors to the country almost always comment on the friendly locals and the delicious cuisine. When visiting the country you can choose to travel at various levels of comfort, staying in anything from deluxe to budget accommodation, using various forms of transportation and dining in fine Vietnamese and International restaurants or in more local style eateries.

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Vietnam-Japan cultural exchange to be held in Hoi An ancient city | vietnam tours

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Published on Wednesday, 06 July 2011 13:24
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Hoi An ancient city People’s Committee will coordinate with the Japanese Embassy in Vietnam and the Japan Centre for Cultural Exchange in Vietnam to organize the 9th Vietnam-Japan cultural exchange on August 21st and 22nd.

Diverse cultural activities and folklore games such as demonstrations of Kimono, Yukata and Vietnamese ao dai, boat racing and an exhibition on artistic and news photos will take place during the festival.

Tourists will also have an opportunity to watch artisans from traditional villages in Hoi An city making products.

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