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RIMOWA partners with Bang & Olufsen for luxury headphones RIMOWA has announced its collaboration with luxury audio and lifestyle brand Bang & Olufsen to create a pair of limited-edition Beoplay H9i headphones that hone in on the craftsmanship that characterizes the two brands. Rooted in design, craftsmanship and innovation, the two iconic brands with strong ties to aluminium have joined forces for a partnership that celebrates the unique link between sound and travel. Made from authentic and long-lasting materials such as anodised aluminium and genuine leather, the RIMOWA x Bang &Olufsen Beoplay H9i headphones are housed in a signature RIMOWA aluminium case and come in a warm light grey color that accentuates the aluminium expression. With powerful and precise Bang & Olufsen Signature Sound, the wireless Beoplay H9i headphones feature active noise cancellation and an innovative touch interface. RIMOWA and Bang & Olufsen are uniquely attuned to those who … [Read more...] about RIMOWA partners with Bang & Olufsen for luxury headphones

Book about late President Ho Chi Minh published in Thailand The Saigon Times Daily Rector of Lampang Rajabhat University Somkiat Saityhanoo (L) presents the book to a representative of the Thai Foreign Ministry at the book launch on May 22 - PHOTO: VNA HCMC - Lampang Rajabhat University in northern Thailand has published a book about late President Ho Chi Minh in both Vietnamese and Thai, the Vietnam News Agency reports. The book, titled “Chu tich Ho Chi Minh: Nguoi dat nen mong cho quan he Viet Nam-Thai Lan hien dai” (President Ho Chi Minh: who laid the basis for modern Vietnam-Thailand relations), centers around the late president’s life, personality, contribution to international solidarity, and his journey in Thailand from 1928 to1929. The Thai edition has 507 pages while the Vietnamese edition has 387 pages. It was co-authored by Assistant Professor Dr. Truong Thi Hang at Lampang Rajabhat University and Prof. Chuan Petkaew at Suratthani Rajabhat University. … [Read more...] about Book about late President Ho Chi Minh published in Thailand

Coastal erosion cuts into Cua Dai beach By Nhan Tam Some tourists sit on Cua Dai beach - PHOTO: NHAN TAM HCMC - Many tourists to Cua Dai beach in Hoi An City have expressed concern that the beach is suffering severe coastal erosion. On January 1, Katherine and her friends, who are students from the U.S., rode from the ancient town of Hoi An to Cua Dai beach, a must-see place in Quang Nam Province. But the beach was not what they had imagined. It was full of sandbags used to mitigate coastal erosion. They parked their bikes near coconut trees, sat on their canvas, and looked out to the sea. “Hoi An is so peaceful. The sea is breathtaking. But what a pity! Sea water is encroaching upon the coast,” Katherine told the Saigon Times. Other tourists immediately returned to the ancient town or rode on to An Bang beach when they saw barriers preventing them from coming close to the beach. A British tourist sat on a cliff, shook his head, and wondered whether Hoi An … [Read more...] about Coastal erosion cuts into Cua Dai beach

Expatriates love Vietnam’s “city for bikes” By Nhan Tam A Spanish family cycling around town - PHOTOS: NHAN TAM Expat Life escorts expatriates riding bicycles around the ancient town of Hoi An—a paradise for cyclists to get around on their bikes Paul Thauvin, a Frenchman, together with his wife and three children, last week traveled to Hoi An after celebrating the New Year in the port city of Bordeaux, his hometown. They had planned to stay in the ancient town for one month in order to experience the local way of life. The French family had also heard praises of Hoi An from their friends. “Hoi An is so peaceful,” says Thauvin. “The green fields remind me of the French countryside.” Thauvin is taking a break on An Bang Bridge after cycling along the rice fields on Hai Ba Trung Street. Cycling along the Hoai River to discover local rice fields, visit Tra Que vegetables village, have lunch at An Bang beach and return to the hotel in the downtown area is their … [Read more...] about Expatriates love Vietnam’s “city for bikes”

Thousands of parents join school zone safety information session in Pleiku The Saigon Times Daily Parents receive safety information at the session - PHOTO: COURTESY OF THE ORGANIZER HCMC - Nearly 2,000 parents of students from Phan Dang Luu and Nguyen Luong Bang primary schools in the Central Highlands city of Pleiku joined a school zone safety information session last week. The event was jointly held by the Department of Education and Training of Pleiku City, the Gia Lai Traffic Safety Committee, and the People’s Police Academy (PPA) as part of the Slow Zone Safe Zone project. During the information session, the parents learned about the importance of speed reduction when driving around and through school zones. Experts from the PPA also provided information about what parents should do to enhance child safety in school zones such as slowing down and giving way to pedestrians among other safety guidelines. At the end of the session, the parents were given … [Read more...] about Thousands of parents join school zone safety information session in Pleiku

Number of Chinese visitors to Vietnam continues downward trend in January By Dao Loan Tourists are watching a dolphin performance in Phu Quoc Island, Kien Giang Province in this file photo. The number of Chinese tourists in the country has dropped for two months in a row since December 2018 – PHOTO: DAO LOAN HCMC – The local tourism industry set a record in the number of international tourists last month, with over 1.5 million arrivals. However, arivals from China continue a downward spiral during the given month for the second consecutive time. Data issued by the General Statistics Office (GSO) show that over 370,000 Chinese tourists visited Vietnam last month, down some 10% year-on-year. In December last year, the local tourism industry had seen a 2% decrease in the number of tourists from this major source market. Some travel agencies told the Saigon Times that real causes of such decrease have yet to be found, they had to wait for more accurate information … [Read more...] about Number of Chinese visitors to Vietnam continues downward trend in January

First Festa-branded resort put into service in Hoi An By Nhan Tam A bird’s eye view of The Pearl Hoi An, A Festa Hotel & Resort in Hoi An City, Quang Nam Province – PHOTO: NHAN TAM DANANG – The hotel and resort complex The Pearl Hoi An, A Festa Hotel & Resort has been put into service in Hoi An City, Quang Nam Province, featuring nearly 600 five-star rooms and serviced apartments. Ideally located on An Bang beach, the facility has 12 oceanfront villas, more than 50 boutiques and an internationally-styled restaurant zone. This is the first Festa-branded resort to be launched in the country. Many more Festa properties are scheduled for launch in other localities boasting beautiful beaches across the country, such as Halong, Quang Binh, Nha Trang and Danang, according to an STS Hospitality representative. The complex was jointly built through strategic cooperation between the project’s investor, Tri Viet Hoi An JSC, and STS Hospitality, which is a leading … [Read more...] about First Festa-branded resort put into service in Hoi An

NHG launches University Department and University Council By Le Hoang Members of the University Department and University Council and NHG board of management pose for a group photo at the launching ceremony - PHOTO: COURTESY OF NGUYEN HOANG GROUP HCMC - Nguyen Hoang Group (NHG) has established the University Department and University Council to support and promote the development of its universities. NHG is currently a private education firm with the most universities in the country, including Gia Dinh University, Ba Ria-Vung Tau University, Hoa Sen University, and Hong Bang International University. The mission of the University Department is to manage, supervise and support university development, connect and coordinate the activities of the universities in the system, and cooperate with local and foreign organizations, individuals and professional management agencies to spur higher education and training. The University Council mainly gives advice on the … [Read more...] about NHG launches University Department and University Council

50 local tour operators no longer eligible for Taiwan’s Kuan Hung visa program By Dao Loan Staff of a Taiwanese travel firm introduce Taiwan tourism in HCMC. The number of Vietnamese tour operators eligible for the Kuan Hung visa program has fallen by half - PHOTO: DAO LOAN HCMC – The number of Vietnamese tour operators eligible to participate in the Kuan Hung visa program, which allows tour groups from certain Southeast Asian countries to visit Taiwan with fewer requirements, has now fallen by half to 57, according to the Taiwanese Tourism Bureau. The new roster includes popular groups, such as Fiditour, Lien Bang Travelink, Vietravel, Saigontourist, TransViet, Ben Thanh Tourist, Lua Viet Tours, Golden Sea, TST Tourist, Vietnamtourism, Perfectourist, Hanoitourism, Intertour Vietnam, Vietmap and Trieu Hao Tourist. The list was announced some days after the Taiwanese Tourism Bureau said that the territory would resume issuing Kuan Hung visas beginning March 20, … [Read more...] about 50 local tour operators no longer eligible for Taiwan’s Kuan Hung visa program

Explore the new 5-star beach resort in Hoi An The Saigon Times Daily General view of The Pearl Hoi An, a Festa Hotel & Resort - PHOTO: COURTESY OF THE PEARL HOI AN, A FESTA HOTEL & RESORT HCMC - Nestled at An Bang Beach, The Pearl Hoi An, a Festa Hotel & Resort offers everything a traveler would want under one roof, with convenient access to Hoi An’s most favorite attractions and 600 rooms designed and decorated in a modern and elegant style. In addition, The Festa Delight and Festa Zone restaurants feature an array of dining options, which take guests to a memorable culinary journey. Ideally created for outdoor lovers, the 4,000 square-meter outdoor swimming pool features sun loungers and umbrellas, making it the perfect place to relax under the sun. The resort has launched the special offer starting from VND1,988,000++ for two persons, including one night stay at the Studio with one bedroom, international breakfast, access to the swimming pool, and … [Read more...] about Explore the new 5-star beach resort in Hoi An