Travel

Park Hyatt Saigon introduces new mooncake collection

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1 year ago

July 27, 2022

HCM CITY — The story of the noble flower – Chrysanthemum – and the glorious underglaze cobalt-blue porcelain once again get echoed in this year’s mooncake collection at Park Hyatt Saigon.

Graceful, dignified yet exuberant, the interspersed blossoming golden petals evoke the August moon’s aesthetic and denote the spirit of togetherness and inseparability of a fulfilling Mid-Autumn Festival.

Chrysanthemum and the underglaze cobalt-blue porcelain again echoed in this year’s mooncake collection at Park Hyatt Saigon. — Photo courtesy of Park Hyatt Saigon

Featuring three unmatched versions, The Lucent Bloom embroiders charming autumn scenery with its cobalt blue, the signature colour of traditional porcelain. The epitome of elegance – the Imperial box, exquisitely handcrafted by acclaimed masters, is the highlight of this year’s collection. Through these artistic gems, the hotel extends its sincere wishes for a joyously sweet and flourishing full moon season.

The Lucent Bloom collection has four curated flavours: premium seafood with French red wine sauce, tropical five-fruit cocktail, Saigonese radish with pork floss, and coconut milk.

The Premium box includes four varieties of mooncake: VNĐ1,500,000 net/box

The Deluxe box includes four varieties of mooncakes, two boxes of tea from Dammann Frères (chamomile tea and Earl Grey tea): VNĐ2,200,000 net/box.

“The Lucent Bloom” collection is now available in four curated flavours. — Photo courtesy of Park Hyatt Saigon

The Imperial box (limited version) includes four varieties of mooncake, two boxes of tea from Dammann Frères (L’oriental – green tea and Jardin Bleu – black tea) and one bottle of Moet & Chandon Brut Champagne: VNĐ6,500,000 net/box.

For any orders from 30 boxes, guests will get a minimum 10 per cent discount. For bulk purchases, don’t hesitate to contact [email protected] or +84 28 3824 1234. — VNS

Source: http://ovietnam.vn/dining/park-hyatt-saigon-introduces-new-mooncake-collection_335893.html

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RoK’s Chungcheong region enhances tourism cooperation with Ha Long

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22 hours ago

December 5, 2023

TienphongNews

Authorities and the tourism sector of the Republic of Korea (RoK)’s Chungcheong region are seeking ways to boost tourism cooperation with Ha Long Bay – a UNESCO-recognised World Natural Heritage in the northern province of Quang Ninh.

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Ha Long Bay (Photo: VNA)

Seoul – Authorities and the tourism sector of the Republic
of Korea (RoK)’s Chungcheong region are seeking ways to boost tourism
cooperation with Ha Long Bay – a UNESCO-recognised World Natural Heritage in
the northern province of Quang Ninh.

According to the tourism council of the
region which comprises Daejeon, Sejong, South Chungcheong, and North Chungcheong,
recently representatives from the RoK discussed with those from Vietnamese
localities on the opening of a direct air route between Cheongju and Van Don
airports, and other measures to promote exchanges between the two countries.

Earlier, representatives from the tourism council
of the region visited Ha Long city where they signed a memorandum of
understanding on cooperation with the Vietnamese tourism sector.

A Ha Long K-Street imbued with the Korean
style is expected to be put into operation next April, with an aim to promote
the country’s culture in the city.

Ha Long Bay attracts around 14 million
tourists each year./.

Source: https://en.vietnamplus.vn/roks-chungcheong-region-enhances-tourism-cooperation-with-ha-long/271886.vnp

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Da Nang city hosts APOT Forum 2023

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1 day ago

December 5, 2023

TienphongNews

The Asia Pacific Onboard Travel (APOT) Forum 2023 is taking place in the central coastal city of Da Nang from November 25-28.

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An overview of the Asia Pacific Onboard Travel (APOT) Forum 2023’s press conference. (Photo: VNA)

Da Nang – The Asia Pacific Onboard Travel
(APOT) Forum 2023 is taking place in the central coastal city of Da Nang from November
25-28.

This is the second time the APOT has been held in the city
after the first successful organised in 2014.

This year’s edition features a range of activities, including a competition among catering chefs and an exchange of knowledge in the aviation sector and related industries in the Asia-Pacific
region, namely in-flight services, catering, interior design, supply,
transport and travel.

The highlight of the event was the Catrion “Jet Setters
Palette” cooking contest on November 26 organised by CATRION, a Saudi
Airlines Catering Company. There will also be an exchange between chefs to be
held on November 27. Notably, participating chefs will enjoy a performance
by Master Chef Dimuthu, so the exchange will be an opportunity for chefs in Da
Nang to learn, exchange and practice kitchen skills.

Keerthi Hapugasdeniya, the founder of APOT, said that previously, the APOT forum
was successfully held in many different nations such as the Republic of
Korea, Sri Lanka, Indonesia, Australia, China and Vietnam.

Within the framework of the event, delegates will be taken to the Sun
World Ba Na Hills tourist area to try local cuisine, and participate in a
sightseeing tour on the Han River to enjoy the beauty of Da Nang at night.

APOT is a non-profit organisation dedicated to collaboration,
knowledge sharing and advancement in aviation and related industries in the
Asia-Pacific region.

Over the past decade, APOT has
continued to organise annual events and forums that bring together leaders and
experts to drive growth and positive changes in the industry./.

Source: https://en.vietnamplus.vn/da-nang-city-hosts-apot-forum-2023/271868.vnp

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Thua Thien-Hue’s cruise tourism picking up

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1 day ago

December 4, 2023

TienphongNews

The number of international cruise ships bringing thousands of tourists to Chan May port in the central province of Thua Thien – Hue began to pick up again after a long period being affected by the COVID-19 pandemic.

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Chan May port (Photo: sdl.thuathienhue.gov.vn)

Thua Thien-Hue – The number of international cruise ships bringing thousands of tourists to Chan May port in the central province of Thua Thien – Hue began to pick up again after a long period being affected by the COVID-19 pandemic.

According to a survey by the United Nations World Tourism Organisation (UNWTO), cruise tourism is a high-revenue form of tourism, with its revenue over 40% higher than other forms such as air or road travel. The UNWTO forecast that in 2023, cruise tourism will experience a strong recovery, and Thua Thien – Hue has many advantages to tap this type of tourism.

Thua Thien-Hue’s Chan May port has the capacity to accommodate ships with a tonnage of up to 70,000 DWT and tourist ships up to 225,000 GRT. This deep-water port has been selected by the Asia Cruise Association as one of the 46 stopovers in Southeast Asia for cruise ships and large tourist vessels.

Deputy General Director of Chan May Port JSC Nguyen Van Chuong said the port enjoys a special natural advantage with a 7 km-wide bay, a vast water surface area of up to 20 sq.km, and mostly natural depths ranging from 9-14m, with minimal sedimentation. The port previously welcomed large cruise ships with considerable length and tonnage, capable of carrying over 6,200 passengers and crewmembers. A number of domestic and foreign partners have expressed interest in joint efforts to develop the Chan May port into a destination for big luxury liners in the central region.

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Tourists land in Thua Thien-Hue via waterway (Photo: VNA)

Since 2018, the port has welcomed numerous luxury cruisers, including Royal Caribbean, Costa Cruises, Small Cruise, Princess Cruises, Ovation of the Seas, and Mary Queen 2, affirming its brand value on the global and regional tourism maps.

Permanent Vice Chairman of the provincial People’s Committee Nguyen Thanh Binh revealed that the Aeon Mall Hue commercial centre project has a total capital of over 169 million USD, the largest-scale one in the central region. Operational in 2025, the project will contribute to diversifying shopping centres and services for both residents and tourists. Additionally, the province is preparing to attract investment in a large-scale shopping mall near Phu Bai International Airport./.

Source: https://en.vietnamplus.vn/thua-thienhues-cruise-tourism-picking-up/271766.vnp