Da Lat Makes New York Times 'Places to Go in 2016' List
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- Published on 12 January 2016
- Written by Saigoneer.
As we all finalize our Tet plans and prepare for the madness of travel during the largest annual human migration on earth, it's going to be a long, slow, holiday-free slog from March to September.
Morning News Roundup: Vietnam Tax Authorities to Get Tough on Uber
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- Published on 12 January 2016
- Written by Saigoneer. Triet Thai.
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HCM City: Book Street opens to promote reading culture [Hanoi Times]
Vietnamese Student Association in US Harvard University to launch summer program in HCMC [SGGP]
[Photos] Singapore’s New 24km-Long Park Will Include Yoga, Climbing, Farms
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- Published on 11 January 2016
- Written by Saigoneer.
While many Southeast Asian nations are suffering from a lack of public green space, Singapore is about to start work on a park that will span the length of the city-state.
Vietnam Hopes to Send 15 Athletes to Rio Olympics in 2016
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- Published on 11 January 2016
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As the 2016 Summer Olympics approach, Vietnam has high hopes for its athletes.
[Photos] Vo Trong Nghia Adds Bamboo Buildings to Five-Star Da Nang Resort
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- Published on 11 January 2016
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As if its stunning day spa – modeled after the hanging gardens of Babylon – wasn't enough, Da Nang's five-star Naman Retreat just got an impressive upgrade.
Vietnam May Ban Netflix: Minister
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- Published on 11 January 2016
- Written by Saigoneer. Illustration by Nam Núm.
After Netflix’s heralded global expansion last week, those living in Vietnam have been able to access the streaming media website for the first time. But if you’re in the middle of binge-watching Making a Murderer, you might want to pull an all-nighter this evening, as the service may soon be banned in the country.
Weekend News Roundup: Vietnam Begins Planting Genetically Modified Corn
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- Published on 11 January 2016
- Written by Saigoneer. Photo by Alexander McMillan.
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Vietnam defines Asean priorities for 2016 [The Nation]
Vietnam welcomes record high FDI [Hanoi Times]
Over 31,000 students join volunteer campaign in HCMC [Vietnam Plus]
[Video] Let These Russian Kitesurfers Give You a Tour of Mui Ne
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- Published on 10 January 2016
- Written by Saigoneer.
As a destination, Vietnam is sold to travelers in many different ways. Up north, there are nationally protected cultural and historical relics; in central Vietnam, Hue is packed with the country's best food and Phong Nha takes the prize for most awe-inspiring landscapes. When it comes to our neck of the woods, the south is crawling with beachgoers, who take to the shores of Quy Nhon, Nha Trang, Phu Quoc, Phan Thiet, Ho Tram and many more.
Amid Its Aging Public Spaces, Yangon Just Opened a Community Skate Park
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- Published on 09 January 2016
- Written by Saigoneer.
If you had to pick any Southeast Asian country to house a public skate park, Myanmar might not be your first guess. In Yangon, its biggest city, horse-drawn carts still travel the betel-stained streets and ancient landmarks like Shwedagon Pagoda loom large in the background.
The Demise of the Mekong Delta
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- Published on 09 January 2016
- Written by Saigoneer.
When it comes to climate change, there's no shortage of bad news these days. On the one hand, Saigon is facing its longest drought in 60 years; on the other, several Vietnamese cities may be underwater in the next century. And as if it didn't already feel like we were speeding toward a Day After Tomorrow-style demise, the fate of Vietnam's Mekong Delta is also looking pretty grim.
Meet South Korea's Free-Diving Grannies
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- Published on 09 January 2016
- Written by Saigoneer.
By now, you've likely heard of South Korea's young and (mostly) attractive foodporn stars. Mukbang is an internet sensation these days, as are a plethora of other odd Korean cultural phenomena.
Homegrown Ride-Sharing App Launches in Vietnam
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- Published on 08 January 2016
- Written by Saigoneer.
As traffic in Vietnamese cities continues to get worse, one group of local graduates is using the power of technology to help alleviate the influx of motorbikes on Saigon's streets.
Tokyo Is Catching Unruly Drones With Bigger Drones and Nets
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- Published on 08 January 2016
- Written by Saigoneer.
In an effort to keep civilian drones out of unwanted areas, the Tokyo Metropolitan Police Department is now using bigger drones with nets attached to thwart unmanned vehicles operating in sensitive areas.
Vietnam Filming of 'King Kong' to Begin in February
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- Published on 08 January 2016
- Written by Saigoneer.
Next month, Vietnam will once again prepare for its Hollywood close-up, as filming for Kong: Skull Island is set to begin.
Hẻm Gems: Bun Thit Nuong in a Street Foodie's Paradise
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- Published on 08 January 2016
- Written by Nam Núm. Photos by Lee Starnes.
For those who don't know, Co Giang is a rugged street located in the middle of District 1's well-groomed downtown neighborhood. Despite its extremely central location, the short, narrow road manages to preserve Saigon's essence in its bustling outdoor market, which sells fresh produce, meat and some killer roadside eats. Here, you can find street food in its truest form, served on the sidewalk, complete with plastic stools and dingy metal tables and a chaotic atmosphere. Let the stereotypes run wild.
Up to 8.5 Million Motorbikes Flood Saigon’s Streets Each Day
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- Published on 08 January 2016
- Written by Saigoneer. Photo by Frederik Wissink.
While cars seem to be taking over the streets these days, Saigon is without a doubt a city of motorbikes...and it's getting out of hand.
Morning News Roundup: Vietnam’s Power Price to Go Up by VND21.4 Per kWh
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- Published on 08 January 2016
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Walmart to meet local suppliers [Saigon Times]
[Photos] Take a Tour of Hue's Eerie Abandoned Waterpark
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- Published on 07 January 2016
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As far as tourism goes, Vietnam has some weird attractions and no shortage of strange and unusual things which might fall under the ambiguous header of “Cultural Heritage Park.” Ho Thuy Tien is no exception.
Netflix Is Now Available in Vietnam
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- Published on 07 January 2016
- Written by Saigoneer.
Yesterday, the heavens opened up and bestowed upon us a glorious gift to the binge-watching souls of Vietnam: Netflix has officially arrived.
Vietnam to Limit Its College Admissions
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- Published on 07 January 2016
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A recent circular from Vietnam's Ministry of Education and Training (MoET) will cap the number of university students at no more than 15,000 per institution.
