Far East
VIETNAM
Ho Chi Minh City | Hanoi | Dalat | Halong Bay | Hue | Hoi An I Nha Trang I Phan Thiet
 Most visitors to Vietnam are overwhelmed by the sublime beauty of the country's natural setting: the Red River Delta in the north, the Mekong Delta in the south and almost the entire coastal strip are a patchwork of brilliant green rice paddies tended by women in conical hats.
There are some divine beaches along the coast, while inland there are soaring mountains, some of which are cloaked by dense, misty forests. Vietnam also offers an opportunity to see a country of traditional charm and rare beauty rapidly opening up to the outside world.
 Despite its ongoing economic liberalisation and the pressures of rapid development, this dignified country has managed to preserve its rich civilisation and highly cultured society.
It has discarded its post-war fatigues and the boom in budget travelling, coupled with the softening of government control, have enabled more contemporary and relevant portraits of the country to gain currency in the West.
Ho Chi Minh City:
 Ho Chi Minh City (formerly Saigon) is the heart and soul of Vietnam. It's a bustling, dynamic and industrious centre, the largest city in the country, the economic capital and the cultural trendsetter. Yet within the teeming metropolis are the timeless traditions and beauty of an ancient culture.
Ho Chi Minh City has several excellent museums that explore its dramatic history; the best of them can be visited on foot. Inside you'll find everything from harrowing images of the war and revolution to political art. Botanical gardens, temples, pagodas and churches also await.
Renaissance Riverside Hotel - 4 Star 
Location:
Opened in 1999, this deluxe hotel is located opposite the Saigon River in the city's historic centre, close to many of the best restaurants and main shopping strip. The hotel has a particularly grand atrium lobby.
Accommodation:
There are 349 rooms (including 2 handicapped-friendly rooms) and suites at the Renaissance Riverside, of which over 60% command a panoramic view of Saigon River. The guest rooms and suites are elegantly styled and generously spaced, ranging from 32 square metres upwards. Each guestroom is designed and furnished with discerning business and leisure travellers in mind. All rooms feature comfortable bathrobes, hairdryer, personal in-room electronic safe, radio, remote control colour television with in-room movies and channel selections as well as on screen information, IDD telephone, voice mail, tea/coffee making facilities and a well stocked mini-bar.
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The Caravelle Hotel - 4 Star 
Location:
The Caravelle is centrally located in the midst of Ho Chi Minh City's business, shopping, and entertainment district overlooking Lam Son Square and opposite the Opera House. The hotel consists of two buildings, the original 10 storey building, and a new 24 storey tower added in 1998.
Accommodation:
There are 355 well appointed guestrooms, the average rooms size being 38.5 sq, furnished with modern decor. Rooms are equipped with satellite TV, tea/coffee making facilities, in-room safe, IDD telephone, and there are a number of stylish signature suites offering unparalleled luxury within the city.
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Dining:
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Port Orient Restaurant
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The Saigon Bar
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Asian Reflections
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Pool Bar
Sheraton Saigon Hotel and Towers - 5 Star 
Location:
Sheraton Saigon Hotel and Towers is strategically located within the vibrant business and entertainment district of the famous Dong Khoi Street.
Accommodation:
There are 380 spacious deluxe rooms and suites, plus 92 Executive Residential Apartments overlook Ho Chi Minh City and the Saigon River. Room amenities include; 29 inch Television with remote control, air conditioning, cable and satellite channels, tea/coffee making facilities, hairdryer, minibar and floor to ceiling marble bathroom, with separate bath and Visy shower.
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Hanoi:
 Hanoi has shaken off its hostile attitude to travellers and has become one of the most beguiling cities in Asia. It is slow-paced and pleasant, with a lovely landscape of lakes, shaded boulevards, verdant public parks, colonial French houses and astounding modern skyscrapers.
Hanoi's enchanting Old Quarter is rich with over a thousand years of history. Surface from its thronged labyrinth to explore the city's lakes, pagodas, historical houses and strange preponderance of turtle imagery. The museums will help make sense of it all.
Guoman Hotel - 3 Star 
Location:
Conveniently located in the heart of the city close to the commercial and diplomatic districts of Hanoi. A boutique hotel with distinctive French architecture and deservedly popular with guests for it's high standards, friendly service and good range of facilities. This hotel is definately a notch above the average 3 star hotel in Vietnam and comes highly reccommended.
Accommodation:
149 spacious and we designed rooms are equipped with satellite TV, minibar, tea/coffee making facilities, personal safe and Yukata robes.
Facilities:
- Fitness centre
- Small shop
- Business centre
Dining:
- Cafe Paradise (Asian and Western dishes)
- The Gallery
- Mai Kinh Cafe
- Helmsman
Sofitel Metropole - 5 Star 
Location:
Vietnam’s first officially accredited five-star property, the Hotel Sofitel Metropole Hanoi is an award-winning French colonial-style hotel lying in the heart of Hanoi, near Hoan Kiem Lake and the magnificent Opera House.
Boasting a classical white façade, green shutters, original wrought iron detail, wood paneling and a lush courtyard lawn, the hotel is one of the region’s few remaining hotels of its era.
Built at the turn of the century by two private French investors, the hotel quickly became the rendez-vous point for colonial society in the first half of the century. Following Vietnamese independence in the 1950s, the new national government opted to maintain it as the official hotel for visiting VIP’s, and during and after the war years it became a base for press and diplomats.
Accommodation:
This 232 room hotel is an oasis of charm in the heart of Hanoi, blending the legendary hospitality of the Vietnamese people with the finest facilities befitting it’s European heritage. All rooms and suites benefit from air conditioning, tea/coffe making facilities, minibar, IDD telephone, satellite TV, sound proof windows, voice mail, dataport and in-room safe.
Facilities:
- Outdoor swimming pool
- Health Club with Spa
- Jacuzzi
- Massage
- Exchange facilities
- French & Vietnamese cooking lessons
Dining:
- Le Beaulieu (French cuisine)
- Spice Garden (Vietnamese restaurant)
- Bamboo Bar
- Le Club Bar
Dalat
 The city of Dalat is the jewel of the southern Central Highlands region. The cool climate and park-like environment (lathered with Vietnamese-style kitsch) makes it one of the most delightful cities in Vietnam.
Dalat is also a good base for trips into the surrounding highlands, which remain tranquil. Make sure you visit the Hang Nga Guesthouse & Art Gallery, nicknamed the Crazy House by locals. It's a counter-cultural gem created by artist and architect Mrs Dang Viet Nga (known as Hang Nga).
Emperor Bao Dai's Summer Palace is stuffed with interesting art and artefacts, and is well worth a look. It's also interesting to stroll around the old French Quarter, which is little changed since the French departed.
 The Valley of Love, 5km (3mi) north of the city centre, is a bizarre place with a carnival-style atmosphere where you can hire a paddle boat on the lake, or a horse from one of the Dalat Cowboys (no relation to the Dallas Cowboys), who are, indeed, dressed as cowboys.There are some pleasant walks or rides (on horseback or bicycle) in the countryside around the city, but be aware that areas signposted with a C-sign are off-limits to foreigners. Further out, you can visit the villages of some of the hill tribes, such as Lat Village and the Chicken Village (with a huge statue of a chicken).
Dalat is famous for its cafes and is a paradise for people who love fresh vegetables. It's extremely popular with domestic tourists and honeymooners, so there's a wide range of accommodation options. You can fly to Dalat from Ho Chi Minh City, but the airport is 30km (19mi) from town; express buses also link the two cities.
Novotel Dalat - 4 Star 
Location:
The Novotel Dalat, originally built in 1932 was renovated and refurbished as a 4-star hotel offering all the amenities required by the discerning traveler. Located next to the Sofitel, it is only 5 minutes walk to Xuan Huong Lake and a stone's throw from the Dalat Palace Golf Club.
Accommodation:
144 guest rooms and suites featuring colour TV with satellite channels, IDD telephones, minibar and fridge, in-room safe hairdryer and private bathroom.
Facilities:
- 24 Hour room service
- 18 Hole golf course
- Jogging track
- Massage
- Badminton
- Boat excursions
- Exchange facilities
Dining:
- Cafe De La Poste (International cuisine)
- Le Rabelais (French cuisine)
- Larry's Bar
- Lounge Bar
Halong Bay
 Magnificent Halong Bay, with its 3000 islands rising from the clear, emerald waters of the Gulf of Tonkin, is one of Vietnam's natural marvels. The tiny islands are dotted with innumerable beaches and grottoes created by the wind and waves. The most impressive of the grottoes is the Hang Dau Go, a huge cave of three chambers, while the Thien Cung Caves are also very impressive. The name Ha Long means 'where the dragon descended into the sea', and refers to a legend about a dragon who created the bay and islands with its flailing tail. There's even a modern legendary creature, the Tarasque, said to haunt the area.
Taking a tour of the bay is the main activity here; most book a tour at a cafe or hotel in Hanoi. If you want to arrange things independently, be ready for lots of hard sell from touts in Halong Bay City. To see a lot, choose a fast boat. If you want a romantic experience but with the risk of getting hardly anywhere, look for one of the old junks. You have to charter the whole boat, but there are usually enough travellers around to make up a party and keep costs down. The main town in the region is Halong City, which is in two halves, bisected by a bay. Bai Chay (the western part) is the more scenic and has the most hotels, restaurants and persistent touts. Hon Gai (the eastern part) is connected to Haiphong by a ferry. Masochists might try seeing the bay on a day-trip from Hanoi.
Heritage Halong Bay - 4 Star 
Location:
Centrally located at Bai Chay Beach, Halong City. Vietnams Halong Bay is located about 160km northeast of Hanoi. Halong Bay is a known natural tourist resource officially listed by UNESCO as a protected item of the world heritage with over 3,000 rock islets exposed as a rare painting of nature.
Accommodation:
The hotel features 100 guest rooms, including 2 suites. This post-modern style hotel is designed to reflect Vietnams rich historical heritage and yet offers all the modern conveniences and facilities. The hotel has 100 guest rooms of 78 Superior rooms, 20 Deluxe rooms and 2 Suites of various decor. Each room is fully air-conditioned, equipped with private bathroom, some with bathtub and standing shower.
Facilities:
- Outdoor swimming pool
- Laundry service
- Conference facilities
- Sauna/Spa
Dining:
- Le Cafe
- Dragon Palace
- Cheers Pub
Hue
 Traditionally, Hue has been one of Vietnam's main cultural, religious and education centres. Its Thien Mu Pagoda is one of the most famous structures in Vietnam.
The remains of the huge, moated Citadel (Kinh Thanh), constructed by the Emperor Gia Long from 1804, contain many interesting sights, such as the Ngo Mon Gate, Nine Holy Cannons, Thai Hoa (the Palace of Supreme Harmony), Nine Dynastic Urns and the Halls of the Mandarins. Sadly, the intriguing Forbidden Purple City was largely destroyed during the Vietnam War. About 15km (9mi) south of Hué are the splendid Royal Tombs, of the Nguyen emperors. Hue has many other places of religious and dynastic importance, and some good museums. You can do sampan trips up the Perfume River, which include visits to some of Hué's main attractions. If you want to get out of the city for a swim, head 13km (8mi) northeast to Thuan An Beach, where there's a lagoon and a hotel. It can be reached by sampan or bus.
There's a range of accommodation in Hue to suit most budgets, and the city is famed for its fine restaurants. Hue has a long tradition of vegetarian food, which is prepared at pagodas for the monks. Stalls in the markets serve vegetarian food on the 1st and the 15th days of the lunar month, and there are also several restaurants serving it all the time. Hué is about 700km from Hanoi and 1100km from Ho Chi Minh City. The Reunification Express train running between those cities stops here, and there are frequent flights and buses to both cities.
Century Riverside Hotel - 4 Star 
Location:
The hotel is situated in spacious grounds that includes landscaped gardens and sports facilities. The Century Riverside Hotel takes pride in its service and hospitality and will make every effort to ensure your visit to Hue is both memorable and relaxing. The Century Riverside Hotel is located on the banks of the Huong (Perfume) River. It is Hue's premier hotel offering the finest accommodation facilities and dining. There is easy access to the main tourist attractions of Hue and only 20 minutes to the airport.
Accommodation:
147 guestrooms offer spectacular riverfront views. Room amenities include satellite Star TV, mini-bar, IDD, hairdryer and in-house movies and air conditioning. All rooms have the same facilities.
Standard and Superior Rooms are the same size at 4.5m by 3.5m; Deluxe Rooms are 6.8m by 3.5m while Suites are 8.5m by 7m and are equipped with a queen size bed. Families can choose either the two inter-connecting Standard rooms or adjoining Deluxe or Superior rooms.
Facilities:
- Swimming pool
- Massage
- Tennis court
- Business facilities
- Fitness centre
- Laundry
- Room service
Dining:
- Traditional Vientnamese restaurant
La Residence Hue Hotel & Spa - Boutique
Location:
Hue's first deluxe Boutique hotel, La Residence Hotel & Spa by Accor, has recently opened. Nestled on the banks of the Perfume River, the graceful Art Deco building was once the residence of the French governor of Central Vietnam.
Accommodation:
The 122 guests rooms have been designed with a combination of colonial charm, modern earthy shades and Asian opulence.
 River view bedrooms lead out onto deep, private terraces facing the former Imperial Citadel, a magnificent mooted fortress protecting the Forbidden City , on the opposite bank.
Room facilities include: Individual controlled air-conditioning, satellite TV with international channels, private bathrom with bathtub and shower, IDD telephone and fax, minbar, hairdryer, in-room safe, refrigerator, high speed internet access, non-smoking rooms, and each room has a private balcony/terrace.
Facilities:
- Fitness centre
- Gym
- Outdoor swimming pool with bar
- Tennis court
- La Flamboyant Spa
- WIFI internet access at Lobby Bar
- Doctor on call
- Laundry & dry cleaning service
- La Boutique shop (Vietnamese crafts and necessities)
- Meeting facilities
Dining:
- Le Parfum Restaurant
- Lobby Bar
- Pool Bar
- 24 Hour in-room dining
Hoi An:
 The former harbour town of the Champa people at the estuary of the Thu Bon river was an important trading centre in the 16th and 17th centuries, where Chinese from various provinces as well as Japanese, Dutch and Indians settled down. During this period of the China trade, the town was called Hai Pho (Seaside Town), during the French occupation. Originally Hai Pho was a divided town, because across the "Japanese Bridge" used to be the Japanese settlement. The bridge is a unique covered structure built by the Japanese, the only known covered bridge with a Buddhist pagoda attached to one side.
In 1999, the old town was declared World Heritage by the UNESCO, as a well-preserved example of a Southeast Asian trading port of the 15th to 19th centuries, whose buildings display a unique blend of local and foreign influences.
Today, Hoi An is still a small town, but it attracts a fair number of tourists, also being a well established place on the backpacker trail. Many visit for the numerous art and craft shops and tailors, who produce made-to-measure clothes for a fraction of the western price. Several internet cafes, bars and restaurants have opened along the riverfront. Some popular evening venues, especially with western visitors, are Tam Tam's restaurant and bar and the Mango restaurant.
 Nam Hai Resort - 5 Star Deluxes (opens Dec 2006)
Location:
Resting on a tranquil one-kilometre stretch of the pristine China Beach, near the ancient trading port of Hoi An in Vietnam, is a luxury resort and residential enclave known as The Nam Hai. The Nam Hai features 60 beautiful One-Bedroom Villas and 40 Pool Villas.
Accommodation:
The harmony between architecture and nature is evident at The Nam Hai. Set amid lush landscaping and unobstructed ocean views, all accommodation feature large bedrooms and living spaces, en-suite bathtubs, walk-in closets and luxurious bathrooms. Each occupies its own section of landscaped gardens, and boast views of the South China Sea and nearby Cham Islands. High ceilings, raised platforms and split-levels contribute to the overall sense of space.
Guest room facilites include: In-room bathtub, rain shower, hairdryer, in-room safe, flat screen LCD television with Bose sound system, iPods and Sound Dock System, wireless internet access, Espresso machine & tea/coffeee making facilities, and in-room bar.
One-Bedroom Villas:
 Each of the 60 well-appointed individual one-bedroom villas showcases luxurious indoor and outdoor sitting areas. A raised platform is set in the middle of the room enclosed in the evening under the canopy of a cozy mosquito net, and is stylishly bordered by generous passageways and ample lounge areas.
This section serves as a room within a room and features a king-size bed, writing desk, divan and long eggshell-lacquered bath within. The lavish bathroom opens into a private garden with an outdoor shower (room size : 80 sqm).
One, Two, Three, Four and Five-Bedroom Pool Villas:
 Each of the 40 pool villas comprises of a courtyard entrance that leads into a living and dining area. It also has a kitchen, a maid’s room and a private temperature-controlled swimming pool.
The same stylish concept of the villas is mirrored in each bedroom. Varied levels connected by graceful staircases enhance the villas’ spacious yet cozy setting.
Facilities:
- Spa Centre with 8 private spa suites
- Individual steam rooms
- Body treatments
- Gymnasium
- 3 Beachfront swimming pools
- 4 Tennis courts
- Badminton court
- Basketball court
- Library
- Laundry valet services
- 24 Hour concierge
- Limousine service
- Business services
Dining:
- The Restaurant (International & Vietnamese cuisine)
- Beach Restaurant (seafood)
- The Bar
Nha Trang
 Although it has the potential to develop into a flashy resort such as Thailand's Pattaya Beach, Nha Trang is still a good place to go for sun and partying. But see it while it lasts. With very clear turquoise waters (except for the wet season), snorkelling, diving and fishing are prime activities, and just lazing on the town beach is an experience in itself. You'll be offered everything from lunch to a manicure. When you tire of the beach, there are some interesting sites nearby, such as the Long Son Pagoda, and 2km (1.2mi) to the north of town are the Cham towers of Po Nagar, built between the 7th and 12th centuries on a site that had been used for Hindu worship as early as the 2nd century.
Nha Trang's dry season runs from June to September (which is different from Ho Chi Minh City's). To cater for the growing influx of visitors, many new hotels have been built in town. Nha Trang is a major fishing port, so excellent seafood is available. The exotic dragon fruit (thanh long) grows only in the Nha Trang area. It's about the size and shape of a small pineapple, but tastes something like a kiwifruit. The fruit is in season from May to September, when you can find it served as a drink. Express and regular buses link Nha Trang with Ho Chi Minh City; express buses take about 12 hours. Express trains run to both Ho Chi Minh City and Hanoi, and there are daily flights to Ho Chi Minh City and Hanoi.
Ana Mandara Resort - 5 Star 
Location:
Located directly on the beach off the most famous thoroughfare, Tran Phu Boulevard, the resort rests comfortably on 20,000 square metres of private tropical gardens overlooking the sea. The delicate blend of graceful architecture and gracious service, peaceful atmosphere and captivating scenery, Ana Mandara offers a unique experience in simplicity, serenity and refinement. Relaxing on the white sandy beach, listening to the lapping of the waves will soon make any worries disappear.
Accommodation:
The Ana Mandara Resort comprises of 16 villas containing 68 well-appointed guest rooms. Making up the 68 rooms are 32 Garden View rooms, 8 Seaview rooms, 24 Deluxe rooms, and 4 Suites - Ana Mandara Villas. Rooms are either situated in the plush tropical gardens or with spectacular views of Nha Trang Bay. All rooms have their own private terrace along with all amenities and comforts of a five star resort.
Each room features king-size or twin beds, full size bath, remote control air-conditioning as well as ceiling fan, IDD telephone, in-room safe, satellite colour television, HBO channel, 24 hour room service, mini-bar, coffee/tea making facilities, hairdryer, stationery kit as well as daily newspapers.
Facilities:
- Spa
- Outdoor pool
- Watersports
- Mountain bike hire
- Business Centre
- Guest library
- 24 Hour room service
- Laundry & dry cleaning services
Dining:
- Ana Pavilion Restaurant
- Lobby Bar
- Pool Bar
- Villa dining
Evason Hideaway & Six Senses Spa at Ana Mandara - 5 Star Deluxe
Location:
Accessible only by boat, the site of the Evason Hideaway on dramatic Ninh Van Bay is quite unique, taking full advantage of the setting. Impressive rock formations, the coral reef, white sand beach, a playful stream and the towering mountains behind, all add to the sense of being luxuriously at one with nature.
Evason Hideaway at Ana Mandara also presents the reality of the destination, with an architectural style reflecting the traditions of Vietnam. This is very evident in the reception champa and dining pavilion, which are classic Vietnam structures transported across the water and assembled at the site.
Accommodation:
Beach Pool Villa:
The rustic Beach Villas are characterized by providing general personal space with their own garden, an exclusive plunge pool and direct access to the beach. The beach villas offer separate sleeping and living areas and an open-air bathroom with two thickly cushioned teak sun-beds.
- Size: 176 square metres.
- In-Villa Mini Wine cellar
- Full amenities: tea & coffee facilities, personal safe and hairdryer
IDD telephone, Mini bar, Satellite TV channels
- DVD player & movies
- IPODs (available on request)
Hill Top Villa:
The Hill Top villas feature plunge pools and are facing the mountain ranges of Nha Trang whilst offering majestic views of the South China Sea. The elevated bedroom with walk-in-closet area is open plan with an en-suite bathroom with separate vanity areas and a hand-crafted wooden bath tub.
- Size: 158 square metres.
- In-Villa Mini Wine cellar
- Full amenities: tea & coffee facilities, personal safe and hairdryer
IDD telephone, Mini bar, Satellite TV channels
- DVD player & movies
- IPODs (available on request)
Water Villa with Rockery:
The Water Villas are the first of their kind in Vietnam and are accessed by wooden teak boats. These villas, with their split level layout similar to the Hill Top Villas, lead into the tropical waters and face the sunset, featuring a private deck for sunbathing and a plunge pool. A stay in these havens of serenity will leave one totally relaxed. 
- Size: 154 square metres.
- In-Villa Mini Wine cellar
- Full amenities: tea & coffee facilities, personal safe and hairdryer
IDD telephone, Mini bar, Satellite TV channels
- DVD player & movies
- IPODs (available on request)
Rock Villa:
Lapped by the balmy waters of the South China Sea, the Rock Villas are scattered amongst rock formations at the Western end of the Bay, a remote and secluded location, far from the busier areas of the Resort and each have a private plunge pool. Offering separate sleeping and living areas similar to the Water Villas, they are elegant and spacious, combining en-suite bathrooms, walk-in-closets, separate vanity areas and handcrafted bathtubs. 
- Size: 187 square metres
- In-Villa Mini Wine cellar
- Full amenities: tea & coffee facilities, personal safe and hairdryer
IDD telephone, Mini bar, Satellite TV channels
- DVD player & movies
- IPODs (available on request)
Spa Suite Villa:
Breathtaking in their design, the Spa Suite Villas are the epitome of privacy and exclusivity. Ideal for the more discerning guests; the Spa Villa Suites are retreats housing individual pavilions for the living area, bedroom and bathroom with separate vanity areas and walk-in closet, exclusive steam room and in-villa spa treatment facilities in which guests can look forward to being pampered by dedicated spa therapists from the Six Senses Spa.
- Size: 164 square metres
- In-Villa Mini Wine cellar
- Full amenities: tea & coffee facilities, personal safe and hairdryer
IDD telephone, Mini bar, Satellite TV channels
- DVD player & movies
- IPODs (available on request)
Presidential Villa:
Built at the waters edge on the rock formations of a private bay, this stunning cluster of Pavilions face west to the setting sun and represent the last frontier in pampered luxury. Your privacy is assured as access to the Villa is via a series of wooden walkways set into the mountainside, a scenically breathtaking twenty minute walk from our main restaurant and bar. This area is only accessible to the presidential villa residents. Beside the in-Villa spa treatment room, the private infinity plunge pool blends naturally with the horizon and surrounding boulders. Housed in individual pavilions is the living area with en-suite bathroom, a dining sala, the Spa treatment room and the master bedroom adjacent to an en-suite bathroom offering handmade bathtub and steam shower. A dedicated butler is on call 24 hours a day to cater to your every need, residing in the adjoining butler unit.
- Size: 271 square metres.
- On call residential butler
- Spa treatment room
- In-Villa Wine cellar
- Full amenities: tea & coffee facilities, personal safe and hairdryer
IDD telephone, Mini bar, Satellite TV channels
- DVD player & movies
- IPODs
Facilities:
- Six Senses Spa
- Steam room & sauna
- Fitness centre
- Tennis
- Volleyball
- Badminton
- Library with internet access
- DVD & CD collection
- Mountain Walks
- Scuba diving school
- PADI dive courses
- Windsurfing
- Hobie Cat sailing
- Kayaking
- Waterskiing
- Fishing trips
- Boat charters
- Meeting facilities
- Laundry & valet services
- Doctor on call
Dining:
- The Restaurant (International, local & fusion)
- The Bar
- The Main Pool
Phan Thiet:
 Phan Thiet is the capital city of Binh Thuan Province, Vietnam. Located on an arm of the South China Sea, Phan Thiet is one of Vietnam's most important fishing areas. Ho Chi Minh lived in Phan Thiet for a short time and taught at the Duc Thanh school. During the war, Phan Thiet was the site of the US military base known as Landing Zone Betty which was located at the now closed Airfield South West of the City.
In recent years, Phan Thiet (specifically Mui Ne Beach district) has been transformed into a resort destination. October 24, 1995 is considered to be the birth of tourism in Phan Thiet, when thousands rushed to Mui Ne to see the total solar eclipse.
 Princess D'Annam Resort & Spa Phan Thiet - 5 Star
Location:
A 3 hour drive from Ho-Chi-Minh city, set on the secluded and pristine Ke Ga Bay, facing a century-old French light house, the Princess d'Annam is the first all-villa luxury boutique resort in Vietnam.
The Binh-Thuan province where the resort is located is replete with natural beauty. With its long stretch overlooking the Pacific coastline, stunning mountains, red canyons, sand dunes, as well as a rich ecosystem, the region offers a wide range of outdoors activities, from bird-watching to four-wheel drive on dirt roads and spectacular mountain raids in vintage side-cars. For avid golfers, the par-72 18-hole nearby Ocean Dunes golf course designed by Nick Faldo is one of Vietnam’s bests.
Designed by world-renowned architect Tan Hock Beng, the resort style mixes modernist sensibility and post-colonial ambience. With its 57 exclusive villas, 8 swimming pools, 2 restaurants, and a sumptuous 1,800 m2 spa complex, Princess d’Annam is an idyllic haven of calm and luxury. A French management team supported by well-trained Vietnamese staff offers personalized attention, including a 24-hour butler service, and elevates cuisine to an art-de–vivre.
Accommodation:
The collection of 57 luxury villas, each one designed to provide guests with the highest degree of privacy, offers the latest in luxury accommodation. All villas come with high-speed Internet access and flat-screen TV. Guests can choose among 36 Deluxe Villas of 70m2, 18 Superior Villas of 100m2, 3 Executive double-storey Villas of 185m2 with private pool to truly indulge in luxury.
 The villas have been constructed around a series of 8 swimming pools, with views over lush tropical gardens overlooking a century-old French lighthouse. World-class architecture by Tan Hock Beng brings together elements of elegant Modernist style and Post-colonial ambience, enhanced by traditional Chinese and Vietnamese sensibility.
Surrounded by walls which shield a private garden and outdoor bathroom, the villas are private sanctuaries behind closed doors, an environment many seldom wish to leave.
Facilities:
- Outdoor swimming pool
- Private beach
- Massage & sauna service
- Aquamarine Spa
- Internet serivce
- Laundry & dry cleaning service
- Foreign currency exchange
Dining:
- La Safranee (French gastronomy)
- La fregate (all day al fresco dining)
- Le grand Bleu (open air bar & cafe)
- Cigar lounge
- 24 Hour In-villa dining
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