Croatia Were seeing a real rise in bookings for Croatia, and this must be due in no small part to the emerging presence of impressive design hotels like the dramatic Monte Mulini in Rovinj and the stunning Hotel Bellevue in Dubrovnik. I visited Pula many years ago when it was part of Yugoslavia, a[...]
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Beauty Around The World
Ever wondered what women in other countries do to keep themselves beautiful? Find out here.[...]
November 10th, 2011 - 2:09 pm § in Destinations, Vietnam
Meet Private Tour Guide Mai in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam
Meet Mai Nguyen, one of Viator’s local experts in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam (and a highly rated licensed tour guide you’ll find at Viator Private Tour Guides).[...]
The Radar: Beautiful Urban Parks, iPhone Postcard Apps, Secret Vietnam
The Radar: Top travel news, stories, trends, and ideas from across the web. Got Radar? Follow us on Twitter @NatGeoTraveler and tag your favorite travel stories from the web #ngtradar. Check back the next day for our daily roundup.[...]
August 10th, 2011 - 4:38 am § in Destinations, Vietnam
New luxe resorts in Vietnam
1. The Nam Hai This resort opened in 2006, and is still consistently rated amongst the best resorts in Asia. From the first moment you step out of your vehicle on the driveway, Nam Hai ticks all the boxes. This stunning very plush resort has direct access onto Hoi An Beach. The villas are simply [.[...]
August 9th, 2011 - 4:53 am § in Destinations, Vietnam
The best way to pamper yourself in Ho Chi Minh City
Are you in desperate need for a spa pamper session? Reconnecting towards yourself again? One of the most important splurges on a holiday, remains the fact that you’re away from household chores, you normally have more time to think about yourself, and this is a magnificent time to catch u[...]
5 secrets to discovering the colonial charms of Vietnam
1. Secure a booking in a suite at any of the marvelous Colonial hotels across Vietnam, oozing charm and romance, warmth and comfort. The Park Hyatt in Ho Chi Minh City (Saigon) offers a sanctuary for work and relaxation, rooms have dark wood floors, and crisp white linen and they have an amazing sp[...]
July 1st, 2011 - 11:19 am § in Destinations, Vietnam
Hanoi: For a Uniquely Asian Taste
Hanoi is a city with the charm of exotic marketplaces, modern amenities and a buzzing street life. In contrast, Hanoi is also a city with the serene natural beauty of the Red River and Hanoi Bay - tranquil pagodas, and downright tasty cuisine. All mixed in with the complications of foreign coloniali[...]
The LG Travel News Roundup: It’s Up, Up and Away for the Youngest Hot Air Balloon Pilot
By Susmita Baral LG News Intern Missed the big travel stories of the week? And the weird, wacky and insignificant ones? We’ve got your roundup right here… Blue Skies for World’s Youngest Hot Air Balloon Pilot Nine-year-old Bobby Bradley became the youngest pilot to take off in a hot ai[...]