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Wanderlust Tips travel magazine’s April issue 2017: Taiwan – The heart of Asia

Wanderlust Tips magazine’s April issue 2017 will bring a multitude of cultural colors: the Holi festival in India, the Venice masks (Italy), the facial inkings of Chin Women in Myanmar … Especially, the highlight of the issue is about Taiwan which promises to make fall in love with this beautiful island.

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The train finally leaves; early summer rain is falling gently, so why are you still home looking out of the window?

Have you ever been curious about the person you would become if you step out of the stifling rooms to wander the streets full of splendid masks in Venice or immerse yourself in the boisterous stream of people in New Delhi to throw colour powder at the world’s most brilliant festival?

Would you like to experience the sunshine on the most idyllic beaches, or go on a journey of “no scenery, no good food, no leisure” just to meet the very last members of the “tiger face” tribe.

“I am not the same having seen the moon shine on the other side of the world,” said author Mary Anne Radmacher.

But, wherever you visit, “do not bring anything but memories, leave nothing but footprints“. To do so, keep in mind the green travel tips to preserve beautiful paradises for future generations.

Especially for those who are eagerly enjoying the late spring to see the cherry blossoms or walk in the paradise of Taiwan’s night markets, Wanderlust Tips offers readers a true experience and the most useful information to confidently start a journey.

“The world is a book and those who do not travel read only one page” – and maybe, you are reading the next pages of this April issue behind the window of a carriage to another country.

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Japan National Tourism Organization opened a new office in Hanoi

Japan National Tourism Organization (JNTO) has launched the representative office in Hanoi, Vietnam, marking its 17th overseas offices in key cities all over the world.

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Affiliated with Japan Tourism Agency of the Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism, JNTO was founded in 1964 with the mission of enticing foreign travellers to Japan.

At the openning ceremony, a memorandom has been signed between Vietnam National Administration of Tourism, Japan Tourism Agency under the management of with Japan Tourism Agency of the Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism and JNTO. According to this, three parties agree to cooperate in upcoming actions to promote tourism between Japan and Vietnam which include enhancing marketing innovatives to promote tourist attractions in the two countries, exchanging information and experience in mutual-interested fields, encourage the coordination between tourist agents, airlines and local authorities.

According to Mr. Matsuyama Ryoichi, Chairman of JNTO, in 2016, there were more than 238 thousand tourist arrivals to Japan from Vietnam, and more than 700 thousand tourist arrivals to Vietnam from Japan. Mr. Matsuyama Ryoichi hope that this new movement in cooperation improve the mutual tourist flows between two countries.

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Hotel Nikko Saigon’s Easter Extravaganza

Hotel Nikko Saigon has introduced the Easter extravagant dining offers at La Brasserie and Ming Court.

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At La Brasserie, guests can enjoy a fanciful delight of the Easter treats alongside an extravagant seafood buffet dinner with wide selection of Easter- inspired delicacies, premium quality seafood includes rock lobsters, imported oysters from France, delectable mud crabs and blue crabs, fresh prawns, mouth-watering salmon, a wide assortment of shellfish and sweet treats at La Brasserie.

Adorable Chocolate Bunny for children when dining at Ming Court on Easter Day.
La Brasserie, 18:00 – 22:30
Price: VND1,200,000++ per person
Live Music Performance Including free flow of house wine, beer, soft drinks, juices, coffee & tea.

At Ming Court, an emphasis on unsurpassed quality, a wide range of delicate All-You- Can-Eat Dim Sum with chef’s signature dishes such as pecking duck, deep-fried mixed meat flower, sautéed pork belly with mantou, prawn rice roll,.. will please your taste buds and make the holiday to remember.

Adorable Chocolate Bunny for children when dining at Ming Court on Easter Day.
Ming Court, 11:00 – 14:30
Price: VND 550,000++ per person (with buffet lines)

Including hot Chinese tea

Hotel Nikko Saigon

Add: 235 Nguyen Van Cu Street, District 1, Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam | Tel: (+848) 39257777

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Discovering mysterious Arabic cuisine at Mövenpick Hotel Hanoi

To welcome the vibrant April, Mövenpick Hotel Hanoi offers guest an exclusive experience of cuisine at its restaurants and lounges.

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Arabic Feast at Lounge 83 is a chance to explore the taste of mysterious Middle East right in the middle of Hanoi. The menu gives you variety of selections from Falafel with Tahini and Mint Chutney, Arabic Lamb Kofta to Rosemary Beef Kofta with Mint Tzatziki.

Mussel Extravangza at Mangosteen Restaurant will lead diners to a spectacular mussel feast. The offer deversifies from Mussels Salad, Seafood Soup Bouillabaisse to Grilled Razor Mussels in Spring Onion Oil.

The offers are available at Mövenpick Hotel Hanoi from April 1 to April 30, 2017.

Mövenpick Hotel Hanoi

Add: 83 Ly Thuong Kiet, Cua Nam, Hoan Kiem, Hanoi
Tel: (+844) 3822 2800

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Windsor Plaza to celebrate the memorable Women’s Day

To say a thank to your beloved women, Windsor Plaza Hotel help to celebrate a special day with endless amazing experience.

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Wheather you want to treat your woman with a sumptuous seafood buffet dinner at Café Central An Dong, authentic Cantonese delicacies at Ngan Dinh restaurant, or take in the night skyline of Ho Chi Minh City at Top of The Town, Windsor Plaza Hotel is the place to create an evening to remember.

Featuring a wide range of fresh seafood, international and local delicacies, mouth-watering desserts and a complimentary bird’s nest soup for all ladies, the team at Café Central An Dong will make sure this is indeed a special day. Available on March 8 from 6pm to 10pm, the buffet is priced at VND738,000++ per person including free flow German draught beer, sparkling wine, juice and soft drinks.

Ngan Dinh is heaven for connoisseurs of authentic Chinese cuisine, and Chef Li and his team are guaranteed to serve up a truly delectable feast. Of course, all ladies will also receive a flower and complimentary bird’s nest soup.

Other tempting options include a feast of barbecue favourites at the evening buffet on the terrace or a romantic set dinner for two high above the city streets at the 25th floor Top of the Town Bar & Restaurant. A complimentary glass of sparkling wine will be given as a gift for each lady.

Windsor Plaza Hotel

Add: 18 An Duong Vuong St., Dist. 5, HCMC
Tel: (+848) 3833 6688
Website: windsorplazahotel.com
facebook.com/windsorplazahotel

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Wanderlust Tips travel magazine’s March issue 2017: Summer mood

March issue of Wanderlust Tips travel magazine will bring the most intense feelings about unspoilt islands, beautiful Saigon or many other beautiful lands …

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The very last chill of the winter has gone and the sun is casting cosy rays of light. Summer is coming to dispel the dry at the end of spring and awakens the desire whispering deep in our soul: to wake up in a foreign country and leaving all things behind to experience a world outside our own

Before the summer gets too hot, you can pack your bag and travel just prior to peak season without hustling of the crowds who follow the usual travel times. There are the epic highlands of Da Lat, Phu Quoc Island full of warm light and clear blue waves and the magnificent white sandy coastline of the Central region, where countless resorts await you. And then there are the Maldives! Don’t wait until someone asks for your hand, just travel solo to this paradise island to enjoy and experience perhaps a less romantic but more exciting journey full of countless interesting activities.

Or – before the summer knocks on the door and inspires you to head for pure sandy beaches – get lost in a maze of alleys filled with street vendors or dip into the flow of life at night in Saigon to remind yourself about the unique incredible appeal of this vibrant city.

Travelling sometimes is not all about pleasure, but for the discovery of distinctiveness. And such is the journey across the cool Gobi Desert. Even if the wind sweeps across Asia’s largest desert are 140 kilometres an hour, don’t be discouraged and include the destination into your exciting summer plans. Or if you wish to see the first snow of the season on this desert, come to Gobi for a long road trip in the autumn.

Wanderlust Tips magazine’s March issue will always accompany you on your countless journeys from popular destinations to foreign countries, from the highlands to the ocean, from the urban streets to remote areas. And wherever we go, we aim to bring colour to your life.

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Sherwood Residence wins 2017 TripAdvisor Travelers’ Choice awards

Sherwood Residence has just announced it has been recognized as a winner in the “Top 25 Hotels for Families – Vietnam” category of the 2017 TripAdvisor Travelers’ Choice awards for Hotels.

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Sherwood Residence is ranked forth out of 25 in hotels awarded, marking its endless effort in improving service and enhancing customers’ experience.

In the 15th year of the awards, TripAdvisor has highlighted the world’s top properties based on the millions of reviews and opinions collected in a single year from travelers around the globe.

Winners were identified in the categories of Top Hotels, Luxury, Bargain, Small Hotels, BestService, B&Bs and Inns, Romance and Family. The hallmarks of Travelers’ Choice hotels winners are top rates of services, value and quality.

“Winning a Travelers’ Choice award from the TripAdvisor community for the fourth year in a row is a true source of pride for the entire team at Sherwood Residence and we’d like to thank all of our past guests who provided their feedback on TripAdvisor,” stated Janet Fitzner, General Manager of Sherwood Residence. “There is no greater seal of approval than being recognized by our customers. With the Travelers’ Choice award based on customer reviews, the accolade is a remarkable vote of confidence to our business and our continued commitment to being the preferred destination for warm, inviting family accommodations at the heart of Saigon whether for short-term or long-term stays.”

“For the past 15 years, TripAdvisor has relied on the experiences and opinions of our travel community that has explored thousands of hotels around the world to determine these celebrated awards,” said Barbara Messing, chief marketing officer for TripAdvisor. “Travelers planning their trips for 2017 can find inspiration for some of the best places to book from this diverse group of outstanding accommodations around the globe.”

Sherwood Residence

Add: 127 Pasteur, District 3, Ho Chi Minh City.
Tel: (+84 8) 3823 2288

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Fusion Resort Nha Trang: New standard of luxury

Covering an area of 13.6 hectares, Fusion Resort sits above a 12-meter sand dune offering guests uninterrupted views of the sparkling turquoise sea in combination with flexible classy service which redefine the luxury standard.

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Just when you thought it couldn’t get better, Fusion Resort Nha Trang tops it off with the “inclusive spa” offering in all room rates, a concept that is unique to the Fusion brand and is a one-of- a kind resort in South East Asia. Guests receive daily complimentary spa treatments and can choose from any service from the extensive spa menu. The Maia Spa treatments use organic local herbs ingrediens for detoxyfying combined with the signature massage techniques.

Maia Spa’s signature treatment “MAIA Veda” should not be missed during the stay. It is a form of therapeutic treatment that using warm herbal oil for deep relaxation massage, incorporating west and east traditional techniques, infused with Ayurveda healing properties which will harmonise, strengthen and revitalize the body. The resort also features Meditation, Yoga and Taichi with professional coaches for daily complimentary group sessions or private sessions as you wish.

Bookings from now to 31 Oct 2017 with minimum 2 nights enjoy 25% discount book minimum 3 nights and get 30% discount. Offer is applicable to Pool Villa Ocean View for 2 adults and 01 child under 6 years old, from USD480++ /night, Pool Villa Ocean Front for 2 adults and 01 child under 6 years old, from USD575++/night, Two Bedroom Pool Villa for 4 adults and 01 child under 6 years old, from USD541++/night.

Fusion Resort Nha Trang

Address: Nguyen Tat Thanh Street, Cam Hai Dong, Cam Lam, Khanh Hoa Province
Telephone: +84 58 3 989 777
Email: reservations@fusionresortnhatrang.com

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New cruise line joins Paradise group

The two Paradise Elegance ships will set sail in March and June respectively, reaffirming Paradise Group’s position as the largest luxury cruise operator in Halong Bay.

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The Paradise Group fleet will expand this year with the introduction of a new line of cruise ships, known as Paradise Elegance. The two new Paradise Elegance cruise ships are joining a fleet of five, which are divided between two lines: Paradise Peak & Paradise Luxury.

At 25 square meters, the cabins on the Paradise Elegance ships are some of the largest in Halong Bay. This was an intentional decision to ensure that guests can enjoy Halong Bay as much from their private cabins as they can from the various communal areas. The cabins, each with their own balcony, are divided into four categories: Deluxe Balcony (14 cabins), Executive Balcony (13 cabins), Captain’s View Terrace Suite (2 cabins), and Elegance Suite (2 cabins).

The Paradise Elegance cruise ships are the only new vessels of any cruise operator to set sail in Halong Bay this year. Each new ship weighs 200 tones, is 61 meters in length and 13 meters in height.

Since its inception in 2007, Paradise Group has established itself as the first choice for luxury cruising in Vietnam’s ultimate natural heritage site. The singular Paradise Peak vessel has long been considered the pinnacle of Halong Bay cruising, while the multiple Paradise Luxury cruise ships have also proved popular. The Paradise Elegance positions itself between these two lines: a step up from the Paradise Luxury but not equal to the extravagance offered by the Paradise Peak.

“Many visitors to Halong Bay wish they had spent more time cruising away from the crowds. That is why we simultaneously designed the ships to be glorious places to be, and adapted the itinerary in order to escape into more quite corners of the bay. I can confidently say that these cruise ships offer a premium travel experience when exploring Vietnam’s greatest natural wonder,” said Ms. Carmen Marienberg, Chief Operations Officer of Paradise Group.

Paradise Group Hanoi Office

Add: Unit 201, 2nd Floor, Hanoi Tower, No.49 Hai Ba Trung Str., Hoan Kiem District, Hanoi.
Email: info@paradisevietnam.com
Website: www.paradisevietnam.com

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Wanderlust Tips travel magazine’s February issue 2017: Spring awakening

February issue 2017 of Wanderlust Tips travel magazine will bring you exciting travel stories in all corners of the world, the story of the solo travelers.

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The winds were whirring, and the pounding waves kept crashing down as if wanting to sweep everything away. In a small, blue house on the beach, I warmed my hands with a hot cup of tea, listening to the life stories of the family that live here. The old man often interrupted: “You have to visit us during the summer. Remember! It’s beautiful, you’ll love it here!” I was so fortunate that a minute of spontaneity had brought me to Tam Thanh Mural Village on that stormy December day. I had missed the best time of the year to visit, but in return, I had received the warmth and hospitality of the people here.

I was on another journey, on the road crossing the forests through the beautiful Angkor temple complex; I was up for a new conquest. I was fascinated by the greatness of the complex and the meticulous skills of the ancient craftsmen who had built Bayon Temple, and was amazed at the beauty of the intricately carved sandstone in Banteay Srei Temple. In the twilight, I climbed to Phnom Bakheng peak with new friends who didn’t understand my language, but felt like old friends to me because they shared my passion for travelling.

On that sunny winter’s day, I turned down the invitation to hang out with friends so I could pack and start a new journey. I headed down the lonely road toward the West, following the sun. If you’re not really keen on sunshine, try just once, visiting the mountain on a sunny day to really see its beauty. Along the way, a few women sat on the road embroidering clothes for their families, their cheeks pink in the sun; I could see happiness in their eyes.

Children seem to grow, thanks to the sunshine, and the rice fields are blessed by the sun for a prosperous year ahead. Every morning, the sun woke me up in my mountainside tent, and I thought I was lost in a fairytale land. Could you feel this too? When you’re travelling solo, all your senses will be awakened to absorb all that life has to offer.

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