Is Vietnam Committing Tourism Suicide?
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- Published on 10 July 2014
- Written by Saigoneer.
A recent piece in Thanh Nien looks at how the country’s pristine beaches, rivers and mountains are being literally ripped apart in the name of development. While much of this environmental degradation can be attributed to industrial development, in many cases, it is the Vietnamese tourism companies that are responsible. Ironically, an industry that relies on the natural beauty is destroying it, potentially digging its own grave and bringing the country’s environmental health along with it.
[Map] New “HCMC Region” To Include Vung Tau, Long An, Others
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- Published on 10 July 2014
- Written by Saigoneer.
HCMC is about to get a whole lot bigger.
Prime minister Nguyen Tan Dung has approved a plan to create the Ho Chi Minh City Region by 2030 that will better integrate key economically areas into the urban center in addition battling rising sea levels.
Morning News Roundup: Vietnam Says Chinese Tourist Number Up By 34%
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- Published on 10 July 2014
- Written by Saigoneer.
Viettel proposes slashing mobile phone charges [Nhan Dan]
Girl, 18, dies after 10 day self-starvation to lose weight [SGGP]
Vietnam drugmaker DHG to expand as antibiotic curbs bite [Thanh Nien]
Awesome Video Shows The Beauty Of Vietnam And Its People
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- Published on 09 July 2014
- Written by Saigoneer.
This short travel film from Janek Toomikas, shows the beauty of not only Vietnam’s natural beauty, but its people. From Sapa to Hanoi to Saigon, Toomikas uses his camera to capture candid moments, slithering snakes and amazing street food.
In Bánh Mì We Trust
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- Published on 09 July 2014
- Written by Lan Tran.
Though bánh mì is often labeled as one of the world’s best sandwiches, something to hold, behold and consume, Saigonese don’t eat them solely because they are delicious.
[Photos] The Erotic Animal Art Of Thái Nhật Minh
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- Published on 09 July 2014
- Written by Dang Bui.
The progressive works (both in inspiration and material) of Vietnamese contemporary artist, Thái Nhật Minh, have made their first public appearance at Manzi Art Space (14 Phan Huy Ích, Hà Nôi) where they can be viewed from 13/6 to 13/7.
Future Saigon: Ton Duc Thang Street
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- Published on 09 July 2014
- Written by Saigoneer.
Over the past 20 years, Ton Duc Thang has transformed from a tree-lined street of colonial buildings to a strip of high rise offices and hotels. The stretch along the water is of particular value to developers and there are 2 new skyscrapers set to emerge in the next few years.
Satellite Photos Of Japan’s Super Typhoon Neoguri Are What Nightmares Are Made Of
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- Published on 09 July 2014
- Written by Saigoneer.
Super typhoon, Neoguri, the largest storm on earth is bearing down on Japan with 270kmph winds and generating 13m waves. These satellite images capture the vastness of the deadly storm.
Morning News Roundup: Fire Badly Damages Millennium-Old Temple In Central Vietnam
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- Published on 09 July 2014
- Written by Saigoneer.
Vietnam's economy forecast to grow 5.8% in 2014 [DTI News]
Vietnam Grounds Helicopter Fleet After Crash [WSJ]
Fire badly damages millennium-old temple in central Vietnam [Tuoi Tre]
Starbucks To Open Its First Hanoi Location
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- Published on 08 July 2014
- Written by Saigoneer.
After opening 6 stores in Saigon, American coffee giant, Starbucks, is gearing up to open its first store in the capital, according to VN Express.
Vo Trong Nghia Architects’ Amazing Brick And Bamboo Factory Renovation
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- Published on 08 July 2014
- Written by Saigoneer.
Houses and schools aren’t the only tricks Award-winning Vo Trong Nghia Architects have in their bag. Completed late last year, their renovation of Viet Vuong Co. Ltd.’s HCMC garment factory is their second commercial project. Using simple materials like bamboo and brick, the designers were able to redefine the company’s identity.
Report: Vietnam’s Internet Second Slowest In Asia
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- Published on 08 July 2014
- Written by Saigoneer.
Even though internet access is everywhere, from coffee shops to public busses, Vietnam ranks near the very bottom in Asia when it comes to speed.
Saint-Saëns In Saigon
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- Published on 08 July 2014
- Written by Tim Doling.
One of the great figures of western classical music, French composer, conductor, organist and pianist Camille Saint-Saëns is remembered for a range of works, including The Carnival of the Animals, Danse Macabre, Symphony No 3 (The Organ Symphony) and the opera Samson et Dalila. But few people know that he was also one of the earliest “celebrities” to visit colonial Saigon.
[Video] Death Toll Reaches 19 In Hanoi Helicopter Crash
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- Published on 08 July 2014
- Written by Saigoneer.
According to reports from Tuoi Tre and Thanh Nien, the death toll in yesterday morning’s military helicopter crash has reached 19.
Morning News Roundup: Three Consecutive Earthquakes Hit Quang Nam
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- Published on 08 July 2014
- Written by Saigoneer.
Vietnam Stocks Set for Best Year Since 2009, VNDirect Says [Bloomberg]
FDI to continue flowing into Vietnam, experts [SGGP]
Vietnamese Artists Highlighted At New York Origami Exhibit
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- Published on 07 July 2014
- Written by Lan Tran.
Pioneering origami exhibition, “Surface to Structure,” held a showcase, “Folded Form,” at New York’s Cooper Union earlier this month, featuring the works of international artists including 5 Vietnamese.
Vietnam To Get Its First International Fashion Week
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- Published on 07 July 2014
- Written by Saigoneer.
Vietnamese fashionistas rejoice!
At a press conference and ceremony held by MultiMedia JSC and FIDe Fashion Week on July 6, it was announced that Saigon will host Vietnam’s very first international Fashion Week this December.
Respected Chef, Shane Brierly Killed In Road Accident
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- Published on 07 July 2014
- Written by Saigoneer.
Longtime Vietnam expat chef, Shane Brierly, died last Thursday night in a traffic accident on Phu Quoc Island, shocking many of his friends, Twitter followers and those who knew him as a first-rate chef, and above all, a selfless person.
16 Dead In Hanoi Helicopter Crash
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- Published on 07 July 2014
- Written by Saigoneer.
According to VNExpress, early this morning, a helicopter crashed in Village 11, Thạch Hoà, Thạch Thất District, Hanoi, injuring many people.
5 Of Saigon’s Best Markets
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- Published on 07 July 2014
- Written by Saigoneer.
When people think of Saigon, the iconic Bến Thành Market usually comes to mind. But while it’s rich in history, for locals, it’s little more than a tourist attraction. Vietnam Coracle recently took to the streets to seek out the “more colorful, friendly and personal” markets spread out across the city.
