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Saigoneer in Vietnam
10 YEARS AGO

$14 Million Approved For Restoration Of Hanoi’s 112-Year-Old Long Biên Bridge

The fate of one of Vietnam’s most beloved and storied structures took another positive turn last week when the government approved a $14 million restoration package for Long Biên Bridge.

Saigoneer in Vietnam
5 YEARS AGO

'Amazing Race Vietnam' Apologizes for Challenge Harming Coral Reef

An underwater challenge during this year’s installment of The Amazing Race Vietnam is not sitting well with environmentalists.

Saigoneer in Vietnam
2 YEARS AGO

'Engaging With Vietnam' Conference Ruminates on Heritage in Huế

“Living with Heritage, (Re)Creating Heritage: Vietnam and the World” is the title of the 14th Engaging with Vietnam conference, a series of activities including academic panel discussions, keynote tal...

Saigoneer in Vietnam
11 YEARS AGO

10 Beautiful Photos of Sapa's Majestic Snow

Last weekend's snowstorm in Sapa drew photographers from all over northern Vietnam who jumped at the opportunity to capture some great photos of the town's snow-covered hills, roads and residents.&nbs...

Saigoneer in Vietnam
7 YEARS AGO

10 Killed, Over 30 Missing in Central and Northern Vietnam as Storm Son-Tinh Brings Flash Floods

Heavy rains from storm Son-Tinh, which eventually weakened to a tropical depression, have caused flash floods and fatalities in central Vietnam.

Saigoneer in Vietnam
11 YEARS AGO

104-Year-Old Great-Great Grandmother Fights Off Robber

Taking advantage of the elderly will inevitably result in some bad karma, a lesson a Dong Nai man quickly learned after attempting to rob Vo Thi Bai, a 104-year-old woman.

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Saigoneer in Education
1 DAY AGO

The ISHCMC Advantage: Lifelong Learning Begins in Early Years

“Each morning, the gates open to the joyful rhythm of footsteps and confident smiles. Students independently stroll in, waving to friends and familiar adults, ready to begin the day. With great enthus...

Saigoneer in Retail
5 DAYS AGO

OH!SOME Arrives in Saigon With a Spacious Flagship Store Catering to Diverse Consumers

How many stores do you need to visit to find all the toys, beauty and skincare products, accessories, stationery, food and beverage, and lifestyle items you are craving? OH!SOME, a retail brand n...

Saigoneer in Resorts
6 DAYS AGO

Award-Winning Madame Son Restaurant Serves Dishes at the Intersection of Tradition and Innovation

Most resorts have a restaurant, but few have one as good as Madame Son.

Saigoneer in Education
10 DAYS AGO

The ISHCMC Advantage: How Every Child Can Grow and Thrive on Their Journey

“The goal of our school is to focus on inclusive practices where our students' individual learning styles are identified so that their learning journey is enriched,” explained Dr. Hana Adams, the Dire...

Saigoneer in Resorts
10 DAYS AGO

Where to Rest Your Head Between Đà Nẵng and Hội An

Beach or mountains? Entertainment-rich city, sleepy small town charm or secluded resort? Accommodations with opportunities for luxurious indulgences or cozy spaces for bonding? When planning vacations...

Jessi Pham in Eat & Drink
14 DAYS AGO

Nephele Rising: Francis Thuận Trần’s New Culinary Order

In a dining scene rapidly evolving toward global recognition, chef Francis Thuận Trần emerges as a distinctive voice—passionate, uncompromising, and deeply rooted in Vietnamese culinary identity.