Website Tests Your Knowledge Of Vietnamese Geography
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- Published on 28 October 2014
- Written by Saigoneer.
Think you know your Vietnamese Geography?
A Goodbye To Steam At Thái Nguyên Steel Works
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- Published on 28 October 2014
- Written by Tim Doling.
Wednesday 22 October 2014 was officially the last day of steam locomotive operations at Thái Nguyên Steel Works. Tim Doling takes a look at the history of this extraordinary industrial plant, which owes so much to the railway for its development.
Vietnam Hotel Takes Top Spot In Condé Nast Traveler Awards
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- Published on 28 October 2014
- Written by Saigoneer.
The Sofitel Legend Metropole Hanoi was ranked the top hotel in SE Asia Condé Nast’s Traveler’s recent Reader's Choice Awards jumping 5 spots from last year’s rankings.
Morning News Roundup: Distraught Locals Worry About Effects Of "Devil's Tree"
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- Published on 28 October 2014
- Written by Saigoneer.
VietJet voted one of Asia's best budget airlines [Vietnam Plus]
Vietnam tough on inappropriate websites, deputy minister says [Tuoi Tre]
Huge amounts of personal data stolen, offered for sale in Vietnam [Tuoi Tre]
Authorities Consider Preserving Elements Of Tax Center Following Public Outcry
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- Published on 27 October 2014
- Written by Saigoneer.
When news broke in August that Saigon’s historic Tax Center was to be demolished, many experts and locals took to public forums to call for the preservation of certain elements of the building.
[Photos] Bugs of Vietnam
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- Published on 27 October 2014
- Written by Saigoneer.
New Zealander, Richard Seaman, is a travel addict who crisscrosses the globe with his camera in tow, taking pictures and writing about the bugs he comes across on his blog, the Flying Kiwi.
HCMC Police Distribute Leaflets With Safety Tips For Tourists
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- Published on 27 October 2014
- Written by Saigoneer.
Last week, HCMC police began to hand out leaflets to tourists in District 1 with a list of safety tips to keep themselves and their belongings safe during their stay in the city.
Future Saigon: Masteri Thao Dien
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- Published on 27 October 2014
- Written by Saigoneer.
To take advantage of the Thao Dien stop on the city’s first metro line, developers are planning to build Masteri, a sprawling mixed-use project which will be integrated with the neighborhood’s above ground station.
[Photos] Violent Storm Uproots Trees, Floods Streets, Destroys Vehicles In HCMC
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- Published on 27 October 2014
- Written by Saigoneer.
Last Friday afternoon, a heavy downpour uprooted trees, flooded streets and destroyed hundreds of vehicles across the city, reports Thanh Nien.
Weekend News Roundup: Vietnam Strives To End AIDS By 2030
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- Published on 27 October 2014
- Written by Saigoneer.
International schools inaccessible to average Vietnamese students [DTI]
Vietnam man arrested as bomb sent to adversary explodes on bus [Thanh Nien]
Vietnam strives to end AIDS by 2030 [Vietnam Plus]
Heat Provide Little Resistance Against Bangkok As Both Teams Eye Playoffs
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- Published on 25 October 2014
- Written by Harry Hodge.
“The playoffs are the playoffs. You just play who is put in front of you.” – Steve Nash
After Friday’s season finale against HiTech Bangkok City, the Saigon Heat may be glad they don’t have to face them again in their first-ever playoff tilt.
The Peaceful Corners Of Bustling Hanoi
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- Published on 24 October 2014
- Written by Saigoneer.
Although modernization has forever altered the skyline of Vietnam’s ancient capital with gleaming skyscrapers, one can still find moments of tranquility and escape from the city’s traffic-clogged streets.
The Best Amarone Wine In Saigon
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- Published on 24 October 2014
- Written by Alfredo de la Casa. .
If you like wine, especially the Italian variety, you must try Amarone, one of those gems that was discovered by accident (think champagne).
21 Outrageous Photos Of Vietnamese Motorbikers
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- Published on 24 October 2014
- Written by Saigoneer.
If you enjoyed our original illustrations of Saigon motorbikers, you’ll get a kick out of these real-life daredevils.
[Video] A Walk Through The Streets Of 1975 Saigon
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- Published on 24 October 2014
- Written by Saigoneer.
Earlier this week, we posted a video of 1975 Saigon filmed from a low-flying helicopter. This piece, made in the same year, takes you from the city’s skies to its streets.
VietJetAir Crew In Hot Water After Landing On Wrong Runway At Cam Ranh Airport
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- Published on 24 October 2014
- Written by Saigoneer.
They may be marketing pros, but when it comes to operations, VietJetAir doesn’t have the best track record.
[Photos] Floods Bring Seasonal Specialties To The Mekong Delta
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- Published on 24 October 2014
- Written by Saigoneer.
While few Saigonese smile at the sight of flooded streets, their Mekong Delta brethren welcome high waters with open arms.
Morning News Roundup: Vietnam 3rd Best Place In Asia For Expats: Survey
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- Published on 24 October 2014
- Written by Saigoneer.
Train makes emergency stop in HCMC for man lying on tracks [Tuoi Tre]
Vietnam's HCM City to see a fall in October CPI [Global Post]
New flood-prevention measures on the table for HCM City [DTI News]
[Video] BMX: Saigon Style
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- Published on 23 October 2014
- Written by Saigoneer.
The age of the fixie may have dawned on Saigon but another bicycle fad is becoming increasingly popular in the city – BMX.
Da Nang Company Given Go-Ahead To Build $212 Million Cable Car In World’s Largest Cave
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- Published on 23 October 2014
- Written by Saigoneer.
Vietnam’s cable car addiction (see Sapa and Ha Long Bay) has reached Son Doong Cave, the largest in the world and one of the country’s most valuable natural treasures.
