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		<title>Mai Chau among top 10 awesome cultural tours</title>
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		<pubDate>2013-05-20T18:11:23 -07.00</pubDate> 
		<dc:creator>rian88</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[ Mai Chau, located in northern Hoa Binh province, has been included in the US-based Business Insider's top 10 incredible places for cultural tours. <br /><br />The magazine described Mai Chau as a wonderful destination if visitors are interested in a deeper experience of Vietnam with a warm and welcoming population and unspoiled natural beauty. <br /><br />Tourists can hike the mountains of Sa Pa in the north or sand-surf in the province's central resort town of Mui Ne.<br /><br />But Mai Chau in Hoa Binh province can be a good choice.<br /><br />Just three hours outside of the capital Hanoi, Mai Chau is a mountainous region dotted with traditional stilt houses. Two ethnic minority groups - the White Thai and Black Thai - make up the majority of the population, Business Insider reported.<br /><br />The magazine suggested the best way to immerse yourself in the region is through a homestay with local families. It said visitors can spend two days cycling across mountain trails and through rice fields, visit local villages, and watch a cultural performance by Thai villagers.<br /><br />Other destinations recommended by Business Insider's list include Santiago in Chile, Rio de Janeiro in Brazil, Marrakech in Morocco, Shanghai in China, Trani in Italy, Budapest in Hungary, Lisbon in Portugal, Bordeaux in France, and Old Delhi in India.]]></description>
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		<title>THE SPACE OF GONG CULTURE IN CENTRAL HIGHLANDS (MASTERPIECES OF THE ORAL AND INTANGIBLE HERITAGE OF HUMANITY)</title>
		<link>http://www.flwoutdoors.com/community/talk/forum/messageview.cfm?catid=17&amp;threadid=11517</link> 
		<pubDate>2013-05-19T10:59:56 -07.00</pubDate> 
		<dc:creator>gracy123</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[ The space of gong culture in Central Highlands of Viet Nam covers 5 provinces of Kon Tum, Gia Lai, Dak Lak, Dak Nong and Lam Dong. The masters of gong culture are the ethnic groups of Ba Na, Xo Dang, M'Nong, Co Ho, Ro Mam, E De, Gia Rai... The gong performances are always closely tied to community cultural rituals and ceremonies of the ethnic groups in Central Highlands. Many researchers have classified gongs as ceremonial musical instrument and the gong sounds as a means to communicate with deities and gods.<br />The gongs are made of brass alloy or a mixture of brass and gold, silver, bronze. Their diameter is from 20cm to 60cm or from 90cm to 120cm. A set of gongs consists of 2 to 12 or 13 units and even to 18 or 20 units in some places.<br /><br />In most of ethnic groups, namely Gia Rai, Ede Kpah, Ba Na, Xo Dang, Brau, Co Ho, etc., only males are allowed to play gongs. However, in others such as Ma and M'Nong groups, both males and females can play gongs. Few ethnic groups (for example, E De Bih), gongs are performed by women only.<br /><br />As for the majority of ethnic groups in Central Highlands, gongs are musical instruments of sacred power. It is believed that every gong is the settlement of a god who gets more powerful as the gong is older. "God of gong" is always considered as the tutelary deity for the community's life. Therefore, gongs are associated to all rites in one's life, such as the inauguration of new houses, funerals, buffalo sacrifice, crop praying rite, new harvest, ceremony to pray for people's and cattle's health, ceremony to see-off soldiers to the front, and the victory celebration. <br /><br /><a target=_blank class=ftalternatingbarlinklarge href="http://www.waytovietnam.com">Vietnam tour company</a>-<a target=_blank class=ftalternatingbarlinklarge href="http://www.waytomekong.com">Mekong delta tours</a>-<a target=_blank class=ftalternatingbarlinklarge href="http://www.palomahalongcruise.com">Paloma junk</a>]]></description>
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		<title>Explore Bac Ha Market on Sunday 2 Days / 3 Nights</title>
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		<pubDate>2013-05-17T22:19:41 -07.00</pubDate> 
		<dc:creator>zelo205</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[ Itinerary: Sapa - Lao Chai - Tavan - Bac Ha market - Lao Cai - Hanoi<br />Depart from: Hanoi<br />Stop off: Hanoi<br />Duration: 2 Days / 3 Nights       Tour code: SMT04<br />Start price: $148.00<br />Sapa is one of the most wonderful places in Asia and is a magical combination of landscapes, ethnic cultures and bracing mountain air. There are excellent areas for hiking through lush mountain valleys to the remote villages of different minorities, including the Black H'mong and the Red Dzao. Bac Ha is famous for its untouched destination and colorful ethnic market on every Sunday. People called it as "white tray" since everywhere is in white when the plum trees are in bloom during spring or Tet holiday. This 3 night 2 days offers you chance to explore one of the most colorful ethnic market in Sapa as well as brings you to the unique culture in the north of Vietnam.]]></description>
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		<title>Nepal - new destination for Vietnam tourists</title>
		<link>http://www.flwoutdoors.com/community/talk/forum/messageview.cfm?catid=17&amp;threadid=11508</link> 
		<pubDate>2013-05-16T17:36:11 -07.00</pubDate> 
		<dc:creator>rian88</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[ The Tourism Board and Association of Travel Agents of Nepal hosted a seminar in Hanoi on May 15 promoting tourism in Nepal. <br /><br />The event aimed to advertise the beauty of the landscape and people in Nepal, which has developed strong ties with Vietnam and can be a new destination for Vietnamese tourists.<br /><br />Nepal is a peaceful country with hospitable people and festivals all year long. It is also a destination for adventure sports, meditation tours, and natural cultural heritage as well as other attractive places to explore. <br /><br />Nepal welcomed 796,946 foreign visitors in 2012, an increase of 8.2 percent over 2011. The country has planned many big events to attract more tourists this year.<br /><br />The 60th anniversary of conquering Mount Everest will be celebrated from May 26-29 with a high-level conference and a colorful festival to honor the climbers. <br /><br />The Tenzing Hillary Everest marathon will take place to commemorate the 60th anniversary of the Everest marathon.<br /><br />The Nepalese government has also developed a 1,700 km long tourist route along the majestic Himalayas offering visitors a unique experience to contemplate the amazing diversity of landscape, ecosystems, people and cultures in the region.]]></description>
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		<title>Ayurveda treatments @ Kerala</title>
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		<pubDate>2013-05-16T05:05:01 -07.00</pubDate> 
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		<description><![CDATA[ Kerala has become a famous destination for Ayurvedic treatments. God's own country is famed as the top tourist destination in the world. Ayurvedic treatments have secured distinction for its fine modes of treatments. These treatments are appealing to many. Tourists throng God's own country for its Ayurvedic resorts and spas. The wellness treatments available in these resorts are exquisite and affordable. <b> <a target=_blank class=ftalternatingbarlinklarge href="http://www.krishnendu.org/FAQs.html">ayurveda treatment in kerala </a>  </b> is authentic. These treatments are effective against various illnesses. Ayurveda has its own significance and popularity in the modern era. These treatments are distinctive and rare. Ayurveda treatments have fascinated many. There is an influx of tourists visiting God's own country seeking Ayurvedic treatments. There are also Ayurvedic hospitals and centers providing adequate treatments. Ayurvedic resorts are increasingly popular owing to their affordable treatments. Many tourists seek Ayurvedic treatments in Kerala. The wellness treatments in Ayurvedic resorts are quite popular among tourists owing to its affordability. These tourists experiment various Ayurvedic treatments. Ayurveda treatments have become predominant in Kerala. These treatments are also available to the poor population in the state and outside it. Ayurvedic treatments are a blessing in disguise for the poor suffering from various diseases. These treatments are affordable and most poor people can afford it. Ayurvedic treatments are becoming increasingly competent with other treatments. There are many people seeking Ayurvedic treatments for its many benefits within the country. Finally Ayurveda treatments have solved the dilemma of inadequate treatments.]]></description>
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		<title>Trek 4 jours &#xe0; Bac Ha et visite du march&#xe9; hebdomadaire</title>
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		<pubDate>2013-05-13T09:48:55 -07.00</pubDate> 
		<dc:creator>zelo205</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[ Dur&#233;e: 4 Jours - 3 Nuits<br />Itin&#233;raire: Lao Cai- March&#233; p&#233;riodique- Thai Giang Pho- Ta Van Chu- Hoang Thu Pho- Na Hoi- Ngai Thau- Na Hoi Lung- Lao Cai<br />Si vous avez 4 jours pour d&#233;couvrir le Nord- Ouest, au lieu de passer par Sapa, vous pouvez rester &#224; Bac Ha pour visiter tout &#224; bord le march&#233; p&#233;riodique  Bac Ha- le march&#233; le plus typique du r&#233;gion Nord- Ouest du Vietnam. Et puis, marcher dans les villages aux alentours de Bac Ha. C'est s&#251;r que vous avez des souvenirs inoubliables aupr&#232;s des habitants locaux, aupr&#232;s des paysages pittoresques.]]></description>
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		<title>Hoi An lanterns to light up Wernigerode</title>
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		<pubDate>2013-05-12T18:57:36 -07.00</pubDate> 
		<dc:creator>rian88</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[ A Vietnamese lantern festival will light up Wernigerode , Germany , during the Vietnamese Culture Week from July 26 to July 28, according to the Thanh Nien (Young People) daily. <br /><br />The newspaper reports that Secretary of the Hoi An Party Committee Nguyen Su confirmed that a delegation from Hoi An will attend this cultural week, themed "Hoi An Lantern  -  Vietnamese Distinguished Guests". <br /><br />Last year, a delegation from Wernigerode City, led by Mayor Peter Gaffert, visited Hoi An City, and on this occasion the two cities signed a memorandum of understanding to boost cooperation. <br /><br />During the Vietnamese Culture Week this year, the two sides are expected to sign an agreement to twin the two cities. <br /><br />This is also a chance for businesses of the two countries and cities to learn more about each other and seek cooperation opportunities in infrastructure development, economy, culture and tourism. <br /><br />Wernigerode is a small city in Harz County with a population of about 35,000 people.]]></description>
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		<title>Italian TV game show promotes Vietnam&apos;s tourism</title>
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		<pubDate>2013-05-12T17:57:58 -07.00</pubDate> 
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		<description><![CDATA[ Eight Italian couples are participating in a game show organised by the European country's RAI Television (RAI TV) which introduces various localities in Vietnam. <br /><br />The couples arrived in Dong Hoi city in the central province of Quang Binh on May 6 for their fifth mission, where they will have to learn and sing a Vietnamese song besides a monument dedicated to a Vietnamese heroic mother, Mother Suot. <br /><br />A member of the show's jury, Allegra said the site was chosen for its great historical value as a symbol for Vietnamese mothers who have made great contribution and sacrifice for the country during the wartime. <br /><br />After listening to local girls sing the Vietnamese song "Nhu co Bac Ho trong ngay vui dai thang" (Uncle Ho seems to be with us in happy days of the great victory), the participating couples' mission is to find copies of the song's lyrics hidden at eight spots in Dong Hoi market and learn from locals how to sing the song. They have to sing this song in Vietnamese fluently besides the monument in order to be able to continue to the next mission, which is scheduled to take place at Hien Luong bridge in the neighbouring province of Quang Tri . <br /><br />Participating couples have to find the way and means to their next destination by themselves, and each person is given only 1 EUR for their travel. <br /><br />Their trip started in the capital city of Hanoi, and they have travelled through northern Quang Ninh province's Ha Long city, northern Ninh Binh province and Vinh city of central Nghe An province.]]></description>
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		<title>Best of Northern Vietnam tour</title>
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		<pubDate>2013-05-11T04:02:43 -07.00</pubDate> 
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		<description><![CDATA[ The North of Vietnam is home to three treasures, Hanoi, the 'Paris of the Orient', the richly cultural hill tribe town of Sapa, and the World Heritage Site of Halong Bay. This tour takes in all of these in just 7 days, the perfect way to experience Northern Vietnam at its best.<br /><br /><a target=_blank class=ftalternatingbarlinklarge href="http://www.waytovietnam.com">Vietnam tour company</a>-<a target=_blank class=ftalternatingbarlinklarge href="http://www.waytomekong.com">Mekong delta tours</a>-<a target=_blank class=ftalternatingbarlinklarge href="http://www.palomahalongcruise.com">Paloma junk</a>]]></description>
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		<title>Explore Bac Ha Market on Sunday 2 Days / 3 Nights</title>
		<link>http://www.flwoutdoors.com/community/talk/forum/messageview.cfm?catid=17&amp;threadid=11461</link> 
		<pubDate>2013-05-09T22:16:35 -07.00</pubDate> 
		<dc:creator>zelo205</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[ Sapa is one of the most wonderful places in Asia and is a magical combination of landscapes, ethnic cultures and bracing mountain air. There are excellent areas for hiking through lush mountain valleys to the remote villages of different minorities, including the Black H'mong and the Red Dzao. Bac Ha is famous for its untouched destination and colorful ethnic market on every Sunday. People called it as "white tray" since everywhere is in white when the plum trees are in bloom during spring or Tet holiday. This 3 night 2 days offers you chance to explore one of the most colorful ethnic market in Sapa as well as brings you to the unique culture in the north of Vietnam.<br />Itinerary: Sapa - Lao Chai - Tavan - Bac Ha market - Lao Cai - Hanoi<br />Depart from: Hanoi<br />Stop off: Hanoi<br />Duration: 2 Days / 3 Nights       Tour code: SMT04<br />Start price: $148.00]]></description>
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		<title>International Kite Competition in Da Nang city</title>
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		<pubDate>2013-05-08T07:32:03 -07.00</pubDate> 
		<dc:creator>rian88</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[ As many as 160 competitors will take part in the ninth International kite competition on the beach at the Victoria Hoi An Beach Resort and Spa on May 18.<br /><br /> The annual one-day competition is for all visiting foreign and Vietnamese tourists. <br />All kites will be tested before the competition to make sure they are safe, according to the organising committee.<br /><br />The event aims to create fun and recreation for tourists visiting Hoi An during the summer vacation, the committee said.<br /><br />The annual competition has been a rendezvous for kite teams nationwide since 2005. <br />The Angkor team from Cambodia had been invited to compete in the event.]]></description>
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		<title>Quang Nam festival focuses on heritage values</title>
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		<pubDate>2013-05-08T04:36:22 -07.00</pubDate> 
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		<description><![CDATA[ Hoi An ancient town and My Son relic site, both the world's heritage sites, will be open free-of-charge to visitors during the fifth Quang Nam Heritage Festival 2013, which is slated for June 21-26.<br /><br /> The move aims to lure more people to the Quang Nam festival, whose main activities will take place in the two sites in celebration of the 10 th anniversary of the UNESCO Convention for the Safeguarding of Intangible Cultural Heritage, announced a press briefing in Hanoi on May 7. <br /><br />Hoi An was recognised as a World Heritage Site by UNESCO in 1999. Its building and its street plan reflects the influences, both indigenous and foreign, that have combined to produce this unique heritage site. <br />My Son was chosen as the site for a religious centre for the capital of the Champa Kingdom. The sanctuary area is one of the most famous Champa architectural and sculptural monuments in Vietnam. It was recognised as a World Heritage Site by UNESCO in 1999. <br /><br />According to Vice Chairman of the Quang Nam provincial People's Committee Tran Minh Ca, the two world's cultural heritage sites receive millions of visitors a year. <br />The festival is a chance to promote the image of Vietnam in general and central Quang Nam province in particular in order to boost tourism and lure more investment in the locality. <br /><br />To date, tens of domestic and international delegations have registered to attend the event, including those from ASEAN countries, Japan and the Republic of Korea.<br />An opening ceremony of the festival on June 26 will be broadcast live. <br />Within the framework of the event, there will be an exhibition themed "Vietnam-ASEAN Cultural Heritage Space" to feature many artistic performances to be staged by 200 local and foreign artists. <br /><br />Other activities include the 3 rd International Choir Festival from June 19-26, a street show, the 3 rd Miss Ethnic Vietnam 2013 pageant from June 12-26 and the Art Festival for Vietnamese Ethnic Minority Groups. <br /><br />On this occasion, Quang Nam has launched a host of tours to the Ho Chi Minh Trail, traditional brocade weaving villages and hamlets of Co Tu ethnic groups.]]></description>
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		<title>HOLIDAY IN VICTORIA PHAN THIET RESORT &amp; SPA 3 DAYS / 2 NIGHTS</title>
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		<pubDate>2013-05-07T04:15:04 -07.00</pubDate> 
		<dc:creator>gracy123</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[ The resort is close to Phan Thiet, a charming fishing village with archaeological remnants of the Cham Empire, and the beach is backed by desert-like sand dunes that are home to rare flora and fauna. Excursions by jeep is popular with visitors, as is visiting the fishing village and trekking 1,000 steps to the top of Ta Ku Mountain to admire a giant 49 metres (160 feet) reclining Buddha statue.<br />Blessed by warm and sunny weather, the 59 cosy bungalows in the seven hectare exotic garden offer an idyllic location for a relaxing stay, enjoying natural Spa experiences and the great choice of activities at the resort.<br /><br /><br /><br /><a target=_blank class=ftalternatingbarlinklarge href="http://www.waytovietnam.com">Vietnam tour company</a>-<a target=_blank class=ftalternatingbarlinklarge href="http://www.waytomekong.com">Mekong delta tours</a>-<a target=_blank class=ftalternatingbarlinklarge href="http://www.palomahalongcruise.com">Paloma junk</a>]]></description>
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		<title>Not even rush hour on Cong Hoa Street in Tan Binh</title>
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		<pubDate>2013-05-05T22:50:39 -07.00</pubDate> 
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		<description><![CDATA[ Not even rush hour on Cong Hoa Street in Tan Binh District can stop numerous people rushing to the Military Theater to watch the new artistic and cultural performance A O Show. It is not only locals, though, fighting the madness on the city streets for the six pm kick off but a load of expatriates were also present when I went along, including an old French couple on their first visit to Vietnam to see their son, who is working in HCMC.<br /><br /><br />They informed that the son bought tickets and told them to go to A O Show but they admitted they didn't have a clue what the show was going to be about.<br /><br />At 6 p.m. the show started and the stage is covered with bamboo baskets of various sizes as the actors come out to strut their stuff. The stage area depicts countryside landscapes in Vietnam and local daily activities. The traditional music in harmony with the melodies of a singer and mixed with the circus art saw audiences smile and clap their hands enthusiastically.<br />-------------------------<br /><a target=_blank class=ftalternatingbarlinklarge href="http://www.galatourist.com">Travel agency Vietnam</a><br /><a target=_blank class=ftalternatingbarlinklarge href="http://www.vietnambeachholiday.com">Vietnam beach vacation</a><br /><a target=_blank class=ftalternatingbarlinklarge href="http://www.calypsohalongcruise.com">Calypso cruise Halong bay</a>]]></description>
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		<title>Special Markets - Can Cau, Bac Ha and Coc Ly Market 4 Days / 5 Nights</title>
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		<pubDate>2013-05-05T21:11:09 -07.00</pubDate> 
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		<description><![CDATA[ Explore the most three special markets in Northwest Vietnam. Experience the typical cultural features of the minorities in remote mountainous areas in Vietnam. With us discover Sapa area - one of the most wonderful places in Asia and a magical combination of landscapes, ethnic cultures and bracing mountain air<br /><br />Itinerary: Sapa - Can Cau Market - Bac Ha Market - Muong Hoa valley - Coc Ly Market - Hanoi<br />Depart from: Hanoi<br />Stop off: Hanoi<br />Duration: 4 Days / 5 Nights       Tour code: SMT06<br />Start price: $220.00]]></description>
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		<title>A perfect holiday in Nha Phu Lagoon</title>
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		<pubDate>2013-05-05T19:53:41 -07.00</pubDate> 
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		<description><![CDATA[ However, this time when we visited the coastal city we chose to have a one-day eco-tour to Nha Phu Lagoon.<br /><br />The lagoon is located in Ninh Hoa District which is 15km north of Nha Trang City and it is where Long Phu Tourist Company major in organizing tours to the lagoon to visit three islands named Hon Thi, Suoi Hoa Lan and Hon Lao (also known as Dao Khi or monkey island)<br /><br />A bus will pick up tourists at 8 a.m. in the morning to depart for Nha Phu. After an hour tourists will arrive at a wharf for a 20-minute boat ride to Hon Thi where they can feed ostriches and take pictures with spotted deer.<br /><br />Tourists can leisurely discover gardens and farms on the island for around 20 minutes before coming to the second destination of Suoi Hoa Lan after a 30-minute boat ride. But travelers hoping for another Vinpearl Land will instead have to indulge in nature with a manmade lake sloping around rows of shady trees and bridges crossing the hills some of the main attractions.<br /><br />There tourists can take photos as they ride on an elephant's or ostrich's back. Those who love trees and flowers can see Que toi (my homeland) village to admire luxuriant vegetable, fruit and flower gardens. Highlights of the tourist site are Hoa Lan stream and Phong Lan cave which have only been established recently.<br /><br />These places are good for relaxation by the lake and taking pictures. There's a tranquil beach on the island to swim, sunbathe and join in a powered parachute priced at VND250,000 for five minutes or jetski for ten minutes for the same price. There is also skydiving and a chariot ride around the island.<br /><br />Tourists can also treat themselves to a feast of BBQ seafood at reasonable prices. Next, there is an animal circus featuring performances by bears, dogs, goats and elephants. Final destination Hon Lao is where Russian experts raised monkeys for scientific experiments in the past but now monkeys are used for tourism development.<br /><br />You can see monkeys doing tricks with dogs or put bets on the dog race.<br /><br />After visiting the eco tourist sites, tourists will head back to the mainland at around 4:30 p.m. Prices for adults and children are VND380,000 and VND250,000 respectively.<br />VIR<br /> [url=http://www.galatourist.com]Travel agency Vietnam[/url]- [url=http://www.waytomekong.com]Mekong delta tours[/url]- [url=http://www.halongbuzz.com]Halong cruise[/url]]]></description>
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		<title>2.4m visitors came Vietnam in first four months 2013</title>
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		<pubDate>2013-05-04T19:56:53 -07.00</pubDate> 
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		<description><![CDATA[ Vietnam welcomed more than 610,000 foreign visitors in April, representing a year-on-year decrease of 2.4 percent, according to the General Statistics Office.<br /><br /> The figure brought the total number of foreign arrivals to the country to more than 2.4 million in the first four months, the Office said.<br /><br />Of the total, 1.5 million arrived in the country for holiday, down 3.8 percent; 407,000 for business purposes, down 5.4 percent, and 401,000 for visiting relatives, down 9.1 percent and 127,000 for other purposes. <br /><br />Vietnam's major tourism markets saw impressive growth, including Russia, up 51 percent, Thailand, 32.5 percent, Indonesia, 26.4 percent, New Zealand, up 20.9 percent and Malaysia, 7.1 percent. <br /><br />Of the total foreign travellers to Vietnam, 547,500 visitors came from China, 280,000 from the Republic of Korea, 205,000 from Japan, 165,000 from the US and 119,000 from Australia.]]></description>
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		<title>The 2013 Khau Vai love-market culture-tourism</title>
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		<pubDate>2013-05-04T19:17:30 -07.00</pubDate> 
		<dc:creator>yanbi07</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[ The 2013 Khau Vai Love Market Culture-Tourism Week will kick off on May 4 in Meo Vac district, the northern mountainous province of Ha Giang.<br /><br /> The week, which is scheduled to last through May 6, features a wide variety of activities including a show of traditional costumes of the ethnic minorities living in the province, goat, cow and nightingale fighting festivals, a performance describing the rain worshipping ritual of the Lo Lo ethnic minority people, and an incense offering at the two temples in Khau Vai commune.<br /><br />Other cultural activities and folk fames will also be held during the week such as the banh day (round cake) making contest of the Nung ethnic group and linen weaving competition of the Mong ethnic minority people.<br />The annual Khau Vai Love Market is opened for people from the ethnic minority groups in Ha Giang province to meet and exchange each other. It attracts a large number of both domestic and foreign visitors.]]></description>
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		<title>HOLIDAY IN LA FERME DU COLVERT  -  LUONG SON, HOA BINH PROVINCE 3 DAYS / 2 NIGHTS</title>
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		<pubDate>2013-05-03T09:31:18 -07.00</pubDate> 
		<dc:creator>gracy123</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[ La Ferme du Colvert, a stone's throw away from the Dap Dom Lake, is set aside from the neighbouring towns and busy tourist sites...surrounded by tea hills in the shape of an oyster...and the Black River, which has meandered for some thousands of years through the surrounding land....<br />At 40km West of Hanoi, in the heart of a beautiful Muong hamlet (*), our eco-village offers a homelike and convival welcome for small groups. As well as this, we offer an ecological approach to tourism, a certain joie de vivre, comfort and refined decoration, which reminds one of the beautifully warm colours of ancient Indochina. La Ferme du Colvert, reconciling man and his environment...<br />TOUR ITINERARY<br /><br />Day 1 : Hanoi / La Ferme du Colvert<br />Pick up  at your hotel from Hanoi and leave for Hoa Binh province also know as the land of ricefields and hill, with it's beautifully green pastoral landscape.<br />Upon arrive, check in La Ferme du Colvert.<br />Relax for the rest of the day around Colvert eco-village.<br />Meals on your own.<br />Overnight in either the Lotus House, the Myrtle House, or Lakeside...<br />Day 2 : La Ferme du Colvert (B)<br />After breakfast, relaxing at La Ferme du Colvert. An ideal stay and sports-loving individuals alike : swimming pool, bicycle rides or walks, kid's garden, spa care (by request), discovering the countryside...combine comfort, well-being and nature. Massage in the perfumed hamman  -  Vietnamese style; with bamboo leaves, lemongrass, grapefruit, Bo Ket and coriander seeds (Tre, Buoi, Sa Mui, Huong Nhu, Cuc Tan...) this traditional ritual is the perfect recipe for a great night's sleep (by request).<br />Meals on your own.<br />Overnight in La Ferme du Colvert.<br />Day 3 : La Ferme du Colvert / Hanoi (B)<br />Free time until your transfert to Hanoi.<br /><br /><br /><br /><a target=_blank class=ftalternatingbarlinklarge href="http://www.waytovietnam.com">Vietnam tour company</a>-<a target=_blank class=ftalternatingbarlinklarge href="http://www.waytomekong.com">Mekong delta tours</a>-<a target=_blank class=ftalternatingbarlinklarge href="http://www.palomahalongcruise.com">Paloma junk</a>]]></description>
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		<title>Grand Lake house for rent during FLW event</title>
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		<pubDate>2013-05-01T18:48:27 -07.00</pubDate> 
		<dc:creator>rledbetter</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[ I have a fully furnished 4 bed 2 bath house located mid lake  (horse creek).<br />The house has a full kitchen with a grill and an electric smoker. Also has industrial size ice maker. House is .4/mile from the Red Arrow marina. Plenty of boat parking and electric plug ins.  $700/week<br /><br />Please call with any questions. Ryan @ 918.629.7791]]></description>
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		<title>Challenge Trek 2N homestay  -  1N hotel 3 Days / 4 Nights</title>
		<link>http://www.flwoutdoors.com/community/talk/forum/messageview.cfm?catid=17&amp;threadid=11401</link> 
		<pubDate>2013-05-01T08:52:35 -07.00</pubDate> 
		<dc:creator>zelo205</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[ Admiring wild nature of Hoang Lien Son Mountain range, exploring the secret of the remotest village, which are the home of Tay ethnic and Red Dzao ethnic. You will get great experience with 2 night homestay in different village as well as enjoying magnificent landscapes with fresh air. The last day gives you a luxury and comfort accommodation in Sapa town, which offers you a brief understanding about the daily life of ethnic people in Sapa town.<br /><br />Itinerary: Sapa - Lao Chai - Tavan - Giang Ta Chai - Hau Thao - Su Pan - Ban Ho - Thanh Phu - Nam Toong - Nam Keng - Sapa<br />Depart from: Sapa<br />Stop off: Sapa<br />Duration: 3 Days / 4 Nights       Tour code: SAT01<br />Start price: $212.00]]></description>
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		<title>WORLD HERITAGE IN VIETNAM</title>
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		<pubDate>2013-05-01T06:17:28 -07.00</pubDate> 
		<dc:creator>boystyles</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[ THE SPACE OF GONG CULTURE IN CENTRAL HIGHLANDS   (MASTERPIECES OF THE ORAL AND INTANGIBLE HERITAGE OF HUMANITY)<br />The space of gong culture in Central Highlands of Viet Nam covers 5 provinces of Kon Tum, Gia Lai, Dak Lak, Dak Nong and Lam Dong. The masters of gong culture are the ethnic groups of Ba Na, Xo Dang, M'Nong, Co Ho, Ro Mam, E De, Gia Rai... The gong performances are always closely tied to community cultural rituals and ceremonies of the ethnic groups in Central Highlands. Many researchers have classified gongs as ceremonial musical instrument and the gong sounds as a means to communicate with deities and gods.<br />The gongs are made of brass alloy or a mixture of brass and gold, silver, bronze. Their diameter is from 20cm to 60cm or from 90cm to 120cm. A set of gongs consists of 2 to 12 or 13 units and even to 18 or 20 units in some places.  <br /><br />In most of ethnic groups, namely Gia Rai, Ede Kpah, Ba Na, Xo Dang, Brau, Co Ho, etc., only males are allowed to play gongs. However, in others such as Ma and M'Nong groups, both males and females can play gongs. Few ethnic groups (for example, E De Bih), gongs are performed by women only.<br /><br />As for the majority of ethnic groups in Central Highlands, gongs are musical instruments of sacred power. It is believed that every gong is the settlement of a god who gets more powerful as the gong is older. "God of gong" is always considered as the tutelary deity for the community's life. Therefore, gongs are associated to all rites in one's life, such as the inauguration of new houses, funerals, buffalo sacrifice, crop praying rite, new harvest, ceremony to pray for people's and cattle's health, ceremony to see-off soldiers to the front, and the victory celebration.<br /> [url=http://www.galatourist.com]Travel agency Vietnam[/url]- [url=http://www.waytomekong.com]Mekong delta tours[/url]- [url=http://www.halongbuzz.com]Halong cruise[/url]]]></description>
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		<title>The 2013 Danang International Fireworks Competition</title>
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		<pubDate>2013-04-30T20:02:41 -07.00</pubDate> 
		<dc:creator>rian88</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[ The 2013 Da Nang International Fireworks Competition (DIFC 2013) involves teams from the USA, Russia, Japan, Italy and the host team Da Nang-Viet Nam.  The event will take place on 29 and 30 April in Da Nang, and its theme this year is 'Love for the Han River'. <br /> The teams want to thrill local and visiting spectators with their spectacular fireworks displays which will light up the sky over the Han River.  The audience will be delighted with the spellbinding colours and the thrilling explosions, along with melodious background music.  Here are the fireworks show scripts for the foreign teams that were unveiled yesterday.<br />This is the first time that Russia's Centre of Fireworks "Khan" has participated in an Asian competition.  With the their theme of "Russian Souls", the team hopes to thrill the audience with the enchanting melodies of popular songs from Russia and around the world, and intriguing shapes to paint in the sky.  The visiting team said that they will put their hearts into their performance, and feel confident that they will satisfy the spectators with their wonderful lighting effects, colourful fireworks, and lovely background music.<br />This is the third time that Team Italy has attended the event.  Parente Fireworks Company's show has the theme "Feelings of the River" which was created by Mr Antonio Parente.  The Italian team will have very different performance characteristics from those of their rivals.  Their background music will be mainly instrumentals from different genres including New Age, electro, waltz and auditorium.  It will depict the journey of the Han River from source to mouth.  Spectators will be deeply impressed by the beautiful melodies as well as the incredible fireworks display by this team.<br />Team Tamaya Kitahara from Japan is appearing at this event for the second time.  They boast a harmonious combination of traditional pyrotechnic technologies and the latest choreography in their fireworks displays.  Thanks to these, the team has won many prizes at fireworks competitions in Asia, Europe, the Middle East and other regions of the world.  Their performance at this year's DIFC will reflect the impressive images of a garden showcasing unique Japanese cultural values, and it will be full of joy and excitement.  They are expected to thrill spectators of all ages.  Watching their performance will be like stepping into a colourful garden which lights up the night sky.  Team Japan is predicted to make their mark at the festival with their outstanding performance.<br />The other new participant is Team USA - Melrose Pyrotechnics.  They are well-known for their professional performances to lively music, and their performance at this year's event is expected to enchant the audience with love songs dedicated to the Han River.  Themed "The Girl in Good Shape Tonight", their performance will praise the beauty of the Han River with its diversified musical genres.]]></description>
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		<title>Vietnamese &quot;Ao dai&quot; on show in Italy</title>
		<link>http://www.flwoutdoors.com/community/talk/forum/messageview.cfm?catid=17&amp;threadid=11396</link> 
		<pubDate>2013-04-30T19:25:21 -07.00</pubDate> 
		<dc:creator>yanbi07</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[ Clothes styles from Vietnam's different regions, especially Ao dai, Vietnam traditional long dress were introduced to Italian friends at the Hanoi-Florence fashion show in Florence city on April 23. <br /><br />The event is part of the "Vietnamese days in the Tuscany region" programme to mark the 40 th anniversary of diplomatic ties between Vietnam and Italy.<br /><br />Young designer Hoang Hai brought to the fashion show his special Ao dai collection that reflects both traditional and contemporary styles. <br /><br />Hai's collection is seen as a perfect combination of Vietnamese traditional dress and materials such as satin, silk and chiffon, which are produced in Italy's modern factories. <br /><br />The designer also introduced his hand-made collection of evening dresses made of various materials such as velvet and lace. <br /><br />Italian audiences expressed their enthusiasm for Ao dai, saying Vietnamese women look graceful in the traditional dress. <br /><br />"Vietnamese days in Emilia-Romagna" will take place from May 3-11 in the Italian region's capital city, Bologna, with a wide range of activities organised, said a press briefing on the same day.]]></description>
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		<title>Chinese Cuisine &amp; Chinese Food</title>
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		<pubDate>2013-04-29T20:49:26 -07.00</pubDate> 
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		<description><![CDATA[ Chinese food enjoys high reputation in the world not only for its exquisite, delicious taste and charming appearance but also for its sheer abundance. It is due to the diversity of the climate, products and customs that there are widely different food styles and tastes in local regions.<br /><br /><br /> <br />Throughout its long history, Chinese cuisine has played an important role and now is considered an integral part of the nation's traditional culture.<br /><br /><u>Features</u><br /><br />Colorful, aromatic and delicious are characteristics of China's varied cuisines. Wherever you find yourself in China, your senses are tested to the extreme whilst enjoying the unusual dishes, often unique for the area you are visiting.<br /><br />Chinese cuisine's entree normally strives for three to five colors, made up of the main ingredient, with more secondary ingredients of contrasting colors and textures. These are prepared and cooked to enhance their own qualities, with the use of appropriate condiments and garnishing, enabling the chef to present a delicious platter of fragrant delicious art.<br /><br />In prepared dishes, the stronger fragrant aroma stimulates one's appetite, by using scallion, fresh ginger, root garlic or chili pepper, with the use of wine, aniseed, cinnamon, peppercorn or sesame oil. Complementary nuances are added. Soy sauce, sugar, vinegar and other seasonings may be used discreetly, adding to the complex play on the taste buds.<br /><br />All chefs of the Chinese kitchens, professional or in the home, strive for harmony of sight, smell, taste, texture, so that each individual dish has it's unique features highlighted; contrasted and balanced if it is a dinner of many dishes, be it 3, 6, 9 or 12. The flavors must not overpower, yet subtle enough to meet the tastes of those dining. Complex or simple dishes may be prepared quickly or much longer, but the ultimate goal is to share with the guests the play on the eaters' real and imagined visions of the dishes and its ingredients.<br /><br />A further point is that over festive periods, with the play of word's phonetics, well meaning felicitous names of dishes have many people trying to guess what they are about to eat, thereby adding fun to eating.<br /><u><br />Eight cuisines<br /></u><br />China covers a large territory and has many nationalities, hence there is a wide variety of Chinese foods, each with quite different but fantastic and mouthwatering flavors. Because China's local dishes have their own typical characteristics, Chinese food can be divided into eight regional cuisines, the distinction of which is now widely accepted. Certainly, there are many other local cuisines that are famous, such as Beijing Cuisine and Shanghai Cuisine.<br />[url=http://www.calypsohalongcruise.com]Calypso cruise Halong[/url]-[url=http://www.vietnambeachholiday.com]Vietnam holidays[/url]-[url=http://www.galatourist.com]Vietnam travel[/url]]]></description>
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		<title>The Impressive Varkala in Kerala</title>
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		<pubDate>2013-04-29T03:38:03 -07.00</pubDate> 
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		<description><![CDATA[ Kerala state has a prominent place in the map of tourism. The varied attractions in Kerala like scenic beauty, culture, Ayurvedic treatments and massages etc make it one of the most sought after places by tourists. <br /><br />One place in Kerala that has a varied number of attractions is Varkala which is a coastal town in Thiruvananthapuram district. Varkala is known to be special as it is the only place in South Kerala where cliffs are found adjacent to the Arabian Sea. Varkala is very famous for a number of places such as Varkala beach, Kappil Lake, Anjengo Forest, Janardana Swami temple, Sivagiri Mutt etc. <br /><br />Varkala beach or the Papanasam beach has been famous since many years for Vavu Beli, a Hindu custom performed at the beach. The beach is a wonderful place for sun bathing and swimming. There are a number of resorts, restaurants and ayurvedic massage parlours on the cliff and the beach. <br /><br />Four kilometers North of Varkala town is the Kappil Lake. Through thick coconut grooves the estuary meanders and joins the Arabian Sea. The bridge over the lake gives a wonderful view of the backwaters stretching and meeting the blue horizon. Boating is a great way to spend time in this place. <br /><br />Anjengo fort is a place of historic importance in Varkala and has a beautiful natural setting. Anjengo Fort is the place where the English East India Company established their first trade settlement. There is also a beautiful Muthalapuzhi Lake that is situated in Anjengo.Varkala tunnel is also a famous tourist spot. It is 924 ft long and Mahadeva Rao, the Dewan of Travancore, took 14 years to complete it. <br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><a target=_blank class=ftalternatingbarlinklarge href="http://www.waytovietnam.com">Vietnam tour company</a>-<a target=_blank class=ftalternatingbarlinklarge href="http://www.waytomekong.com">Mekong delta tours</a>-<a target=_blank class=ftalternatingbarlinklarge href="http://www.palomahalongcruise.com">Paloma junk</a>]]></description>
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		<title>Moderate Trek 2 night homestay 3 Days / 4 Nights</title>
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		<pubDate>2013-04-27T04:09:46 -07.00</pubDate> 
		<dc:creator>zelo205</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[ In this 02 night homestay tour you will have more chances to experience the attractive Sapa, understand more about the culture of other minority. Especially you will stay overnight on the stilt-house of the Tay hill tribe. We assure that you will be satisfied after doing this tour.<br />Itinerary: Sapa - Lao Chai - Tavan - Giang Ta Chai - Ban Ho - Sapa<br />Depart from: Hanoi<br />Stop off: Hanoi<br />Duration: 3 Days / 4 Nights       Tour code: SAT02<br />Start price: $185.00]]></description>
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		<title>Japan promotes cultural exchanges with Vietnam</title>
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		<pubDate>2013-04-26T22:07:41 -07.00</pubDate> 
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		<description><![CDATA[ President of the Japan International Cultural Exchange Foundation Hiroyasu Ando is on a three-day visit to Vietnam, with the aim of furthering cultural exchanges between the two countries. <br /><br />Together with the increasing economic cooperation, the two sides should foster the mutual understanding between the two peoples, a very important factor for their cultural exchanges, Ando, who arrived in Vietnam on April 24, said at a press briefing in Hanoi . <br /><br />According to Ando, in the coming time, his foundation will strengthen two-way exchanges with the Vietnamese side in the fields of culture, arts, science and knowledge. <br /><br />Japan also wants to share experiences with Vietnam in preserving and developing the latter's traditional culture, he stressed. Japan will invite Vietnamese artists, stage and cinema experts to the country to meet and share experiences with their Japanese counterparts, Ando added. <br /><br />The Japan International Cultural Exchange Foundation came to Vietnam in 2008. Over the past years, the foundation has carried out many activities to introduce the Japanese culture to the Vietnamese people, contributing to promoting cultural ties between the two countries.]]></description>
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		<title>Airlines promote tourism in Cambodia</title>
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		<pubDate>2013-04-26T20:31:18 -07.00</pubDate> 
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		<description><![CDATA[ A seminar was held in Phnom Penh on April 24 by the Cambodia Angkor Air (CAA), a joint venture between Vietnam Airlines (VNA) and the Cambodian Royal Government.<br /><br />Cambodian Secretary of State and CAA Chairman Tekreth Samrach said Cambodia is famous for its thousands of large temples, including the Angkor complex in Siem Reap province, beautiful beaches in Koh Kong and Kampot provinces and waterfalls in Ratankiri, Mondonkiri, Strung Treng and Kratie provinces.<br /><br />However, the country's tourism potential is not yet fully tapped due to lack of information and inadequate infrastructure. <br /><br />The Cambodian Ministry of Tourism claimed that about 3.5 million foreign tourists, visited the country in 2002, mostly from Vietnam, China, Thailand, the Republic of Korea and Japan.<br /><br />In the meantime, the numbers of tourists to Thailand and Singapore were much higher (around 20-25 million).<br /><br />According to plan, the CAA will create the best conditions for tourists to explore the three most attractive destinations on a single air route from Phnom Penh to the ancient cultural sites in Siem Reap and beautiful beaches in Sihanouville city, while increasing the number of international air flights form Phnom Penh and Siem Reap to Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh City. <br /><br />In the near future, the CAA will launch new flights from Danang (Vietnam) to Savanakhet, Paske and Vietiane (Laos), as well asfrom Phnom Penh to Bangkok (Thailand), Guangzhou, Shanghai and Hong Kong (China) and Seoul (the Republic of Korea).]]></description>
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		<title>Vietnam Airlines increases flights during two-day holiday</title>
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		<pubDate>2013-04-24T20:41:07 -07.00</pubDate> 
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		<description><![CDATA[ The national flag carrier, Vietnam Airlines, will operate 434 more flights than scheduled on April 30 and May Day.<br /><br />The airliner is prepared to carry as many as 57,900 passengers a day from April 26 to May 2 on both domestic and international flights, up 5 percent compared to the same period last year.<br /><br />There will be a sharp increase in the number of passengers to big cities such as Hanoi, Haiphong, HCM City, and Danang to see firework displays and to other tourist attractions like Phu Quoc, Da Lat, Pleiku, and Nha Trang on this occasion.<br /><br />The number of international flights from Hanoi and HM City to Bangkok, Singapore and Hong Kong will increase by 43 according to plan.<br />-------------------------<br /><a target=_blank class=ftalternatingbarlinklarge href="http://www.galatourist.com">Travel agency Vietnam</a><br /><a target=_blank class=ftalternatingbarlinklarge href="http://www.vietnambeachholiday.com">Vietnam beach vacation</a><br /><a target=_blank class=ftalternatingbarlinklarge href="http://www.calypsohalongcruise.com">Calypso cruise Halong bay</a>]]></description>
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		<title>Private Gecko Eyes cruise 01 cabin</title>
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		<pubDate>2013-04-23T04:12:09 -07.00</pubDate> 
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		<description><![CDATA[ The new Gecko Eyes houseboats will be perfect for you. The fleet consists of three beautiful vessels and the private houseboats are perfect for two or four people, made for tours on a high level  -  for couples, small families or a group of friends.<br /><br />The guest area (40 sqm) has a luxurious cabin (double or twin occupancy) with a French balcony, air-con, a private bathroom, a panoramic lounge with French balconies and a sun deck at the bow. On request, the salon can be changed into an additional bedroom with two beds.<br />The staff area, with a well equipped kitchen, is at the back of the ship. This area is completely separated from the guest area by a lockable door to ensure your privacy.<br /><br />Visit the famous floating markets with the Gecko Eyes, travel through small canals along orchards and floating villages up to the boarder to Cambodia or down to the port cities of Ha Tien or Rach Gia. <br /><br />There are always bikes on board for spontaneous trips on the river islands along the small canals.]]></description>
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		<title>Northwestern provinces promote tourism</title>
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		<pubDate>2013-04-22T04:57:19 -07.00</pubDate> 
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		<description><![CDATA[ Northwestern region attracted over 10 million visitors in 2012 thanks to a tourism development cooperation programme by eight provinces. <br /><br />The figure was released during a conference in Hanoi on April 20 to introduce the provinces' tourism potential and call for investment. <br /><br />The eight provinces involved in the programme are Lao Cai, Yen Bai, Son La, Hoa Binh, Phu Tho, Ha Giang, Lai Chau and Dien Bien. The programme aims to reduce poverty in the localities by promoting tourism. <br /><br />Initiated in 2008, the programme has generated positive results. The number of visitors to the localities has increased. Last year, the figure rose seven percent over the previous year. The programme has improved living conditions for local residents, especially those from ethnic minority groups. <br /><br />Experts said that the eight northwestern provinces have abundant tourism potential.<br /><br />Each locality is designing its own tourism promotion projects to attract more investment and creating their own tourism brand names. They have also agreed to support each other to boost development in the region.]]></description>
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		<title>Assoc. seeks visa-free policy for visitors of some certain markets</title>
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		<pubDate>2013-04-22T03:52:13 -07.00</pubDate> 
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		<description><![CDATA[ The Vietnam Tourism Association has petitioned the Prime Minister for a mechanism to issue visas at a number of border gates and to continue exempting visas for visitors from seven key markets of the local tourism industry.<br /> The association was earlier asked by the Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism for comments on a tentative plan to remove the visa-free policy for travelers from these seven countries, namely South Korea, Japan, Russia and four North European nations.<br />Besides, as visa issuance fee has been hiked to US$40 from the previous US$25 from the start of the year, the association's members are concerned that the stricter visa policy will narrow down the number of foreign visitors to Vietnam. They therefore called for loosening the visa policy.<br />The association insisted that the loosened visa policy previously adopted by the country has given a strong boost to the growth of international arrivals from major markets. The country last year welcomed up to 1.45 million tourists from Russia, South Korea and Japan alone, posting total revenues of around US$2 billion.<br />The local tourism industry contributed US$200 million of value added tax to State budget revenue last year, which is ascribable to some 80% of these travelers subject to the free-visa policy. Meanwhile, with the visa fee increase, the Government can collect only US$40-50 million, seen inconsiderable compared to the tourism revenues.<br />In fact, the visa-free policy has also led to a strong growth in the number of North European visitors to Vietnam in recent times.<br />"Stopping the special policy might negatively affect and pull down the number of visitors from these markets by at least 50%," the association remarked.<br />Since the end of last year, the information on visa issuance fee hike as well as a possibility of the Government removing the visa-free policy for certain markets has worried members in the tourism industry.<br />Echoing the association's view, most international tour operators are concerned that the number of international tourist arrivals will decline immediately if the nation's visa issuance policy is tightened again.<br />Nearly 6.85 million international visitors came to Vietnam last year, up over 13.8% year-on-year, with about 4.2 million visiting the country for tourism and relaxation purposes.<br />Many neighboring nations are rushing to loosen visa policy in a bid to lure travelers, with Singapore and Malaysia exempting visas for citizens of around 150 countries and territories.<br />Similarly, Thailand allows for the entry of foreigners of 55 countries into the nation without a visa while enhancing the issuance of visas at border gates as well.]]></description>
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		<title>Fireworks contest to light up Han River in Da Nang</title>
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		<pubDate>2013-04-20T22:48:21 -07.00</pubDate> 
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		<description><![CDATA[ Fireworks contest to light up Han River in Da Nang<br /><br />A 20,000 seat stage has been set up along the Han River bank along Tran Hung Dao Street, the central road of the city, in preparation for the sixth Da Nang international Fireworks Competition.<br /><br />The competition, entities Love of the Han River, will see teams like Fireworks centre Khan of Russia and Melrose Pyrotechnics of the US, who will debut their performances along Tamaya Kitahara and hosts Da Nang-Vietnam.<br /><br />Director of Da Nang Culture, Sports and Tourism Department Ngo Quang Vinh said at a recent meting that the city plans to provide 36,000 tickets with prices ranging between 250,000 and 400,000 VND (12-19 USD) for two nights of the competition on April 29-30.<br /><br />Vinh also said the city has secured 22 billion VND (1.1 million USD) in sponsorship. <br />-------------------------<br /><a target=_blank class=ftalternatingbarlinklarge href="http://www.galatourist.com">Travel agency Vietnam</a><br /><a target=_blank class=ftalternatingbarlinklarge href="http://www.vietnambeachholiday.com">Vietnam beach vacation</a><br /><a target=_blank class=ftalternatingbarlinklarge href="http://www.calypsohalongcruise.com">Calypso cruise Halong bay</a>]]></description>
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		<title>Vietnam&apos;s tourism potential introduced in Dubai</title>
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		<pubDate>2013-04-20T22:45:48 -07.00</pubDate> 
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		<description><![CDATA[ Vietnam's current tourism promotion program in Dubai has attracted many officials and businesspeople in the United Arab Emirates (UAE).<br /><br /><br />The program was launched on April 11 with a video clip showing Vietnam's great tourism potential and places of interest in Ho Chi Minh City.<br /><br />Mohamad, Director of the Dubai Tourism Department, said he was very impressed by Vietnamese cuisine. "During my coming visit to Vietnam I really wish to learn more about culinary art which is my great passion," he said.<br /><br />Nguyen Thi Hong, Deputy Chairwoman of the Ho Chi Minh City People's Committee, highlighted the recent opening of a new direct air route from HCM City to Dubai, which aims to boost the tourism industry in both countries.<br /><br />Vietnam is expected to welcome more tourists from the Middle East, she added.]]></description>
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		<title>Discovery of longest lava cave in Southeast Asia</title>
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		<pubDate>2013-04-18T21:30:43 -07.00</pubDate> 
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		<description><![CDATA[ A system of lava caves including one considered as the longest lava cave of Southeast Asia has been discovered in the southern province of Dong Nai, according to researcher Truong Ba Vuong of the Vietnam's Institute of Tropical Biology.<br /><br />Researchers from the institute and Germany's Berlin Speleoclub have surveyed and discovered the system of 11 caves for two months and found the caves formed after an eruption.<br /><br />The longest Doi (Bat) Cave was separated by a geological collapse and rupture that created two additional caves called Bat Cave No 1 and Bat Cave No 2. <br /><br />The largest section of the cave is about 426m long, 4m high and 10m wide. The explorers consider it as the longest lava cave in the Southeast Asia as Gua Lawah Cave in Indonesia, the current longest one, is 400m long.<br /><br />In some lava caves, researchers discovered many species of animals such as bats, spiders, centipedes, scorpions, cave crickets, flies, ferrets and frogs.<br /><br />German scientists intend to publish these findings in English, including maps and descriptions of the cave complex, in publications of the Berlin Speleoclub.<br /><br />The local authorities have called on people to be aware of protecting the complex and stop catching bats in the cave to preserve ecological environment of the site.]]></description>
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		<title>History of Buddhism in Vietnam in spotlight</title>
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		<pubDate>2013-04-18T20:20:53 -07.00</pubDate> 
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		<description><![CDATA[ The National Museum of Vietnamese History has held a seminar and an exhibition about the history of Buddhism in Vietnam and its contribution to Vietnamese cultural identity. <br /><br />The seminar, organised in Hanoi last week, provided an opportunity for experts and researchers to share their views about Buddhism in Vietnam, its philosophy and the ideas presented by the sculptures, statues and icons.<br /><br />Nearly 200 Buddhist artefacts dating from the early Common Era to the 18th and 19th century Nguyen Dynasty are on display at the exhibition, which will run until August 2013. <br /><br />Visitors can view a wide range of Vietnamese Buddhist treasures, including 9th century Buddha heads from ancient Champa, tiles decorated with Buddha images from the 7th-10th centuries, and lotus flower lamps from the Ly Dynasty. <br /><br />At the seminar, Vietnamese culture researcher Prof. Tran Lam Bien delivered a presentation about the history of Vietnamese Buddhism, presenting basic knowledge about the Buddhist philosophical and ideological outlook on life and the world; and the significance of works of art and sculpture, worship statues and other objects.<br /><br />Buddhism was introduced to Vietnam very early and was quickly embraced by local people. It has adapted itself over thousands of years to become an integral part of Vietnamese culture represented by impressive temple architecture and statues, as well as its philosophy, ethics, literature and rituals.]]></description>
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		<title>Over 60 pct of foreign tourists return to Khanh Hoa</title>
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		<pubDate>2013-04-18T19:28:22 -07.00</pubDate> 
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		<description><![CDATA[ The central coastal province of Khanh Hoa reported that more than 60 percent foreign tourists returned to Khanh Hoa for a second visit, and 20.1 percent even came back for the third time or more. <br /><br />The provincial Culture, Sport and Tourism Department's recent survey showed that the reasons the travellers gave for returning are improved services, stable prices, beautiful landscapes and a wide range of attractions. <br /><br />Visitors from Russia , the Republic of Korea , Australia , and US account for the largest portion of foreign arrivals in Khanh Hoa. Russia has risen from the fourth position in 2010 to lead all other foreign tourism markets of the province. <br /><br />In addition, Russian visitors stay longer and spend more than those from other countries. <br /><br />"Russian tourists usually stay for an average 7 to 10 days, some even stay for a month to learn water sports. They like resorts and spa, sea bathing, mud-bath, and water sports," said Phan Thanh Truc, Vice Director of the Department of Culture, Sport and Tourism. <br /><br />So far this year, Khanh Hoa received 171,000 foreign visitors, an increase of 27 percent compared to the same period last year, of whom 35,000 were from Russia.]]></description>
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		<title>Clarks Hill Lake on 5/11</title>
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		<pubDate>2013-04-17T12:06:39 -07.00</pubDate> 
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		<description><![CDATA[ Co-angler looking to pre-fish w/(boater)will help cover costs, gas & (rented house on lake w/ dock only 21 mins / 11.68 miles away from launch site by road/right across the pond from launch day ramp by boat....sleeps 6-8 <br />For Thursday & Friday or just Friday.....we can work something out* <br />Don't need linked up,already link with boater but boater can't pre-fish, want to pre-fish prior to fishing on Sat TX on 5/11/13. <br />Give me a call (843)518-1606 Tim <br />Have a great day, God Bless & Thanks!]]></description>
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		<title>Hung Kings worship, source of strength of nation</title>
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		<pubDate>2013-04-15T00:25:30 -07.00</pubDate> 
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		<description><![CDATA[ The worship of Hung Kings, the founders of the Vietnamese nation, generates a source of strength for their offspring to overcome any difficulties and challenges in national building, State President Truong Tan Sang has said.<br /><br /><br />He made the remarks at a grand ceremony in the northern midland province of Phu Tho on April 13 to receive a UNESCO certificate of Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity bestowed to the worship of Hung Kings.<br /><br />The event coincided with the opening ceremony of the Hung Kings Temple Festival (or the fourth day of the third lunar month) which aims to honour the country's founders. <br /><br />It was attended by Party, government and provincial officials along with representatives of UNESCO's Secretariat, 25 countries in the UNESCO Intergovernmental Committee on implementing the 2003 Convention for the Safeguarding of the Intangible Cultural Heritage, among others. <br /><br />Addressing the event, President Sang spoke highly the Phu Tho people's great contributions to preserving and promoting the values of the ritual. <br /><br />He said as a spiritual ritual to pray for peace and prosperity for the country, the practice of worshipping Hung Kings also reminds the Vietnamese of constantly consolidating their unity and protecting and helping one another in different circumstances. <br /><br />The ritual has become a cultural identity and a traditional moral standard of the Vietnamese. It shows gratitude the offspring have owed to the founders in the national construction and development course, Sang said. <br /><br />After the certificate presence, Minister of Culture, Sports and Tourism Hoang Tuan Anh called for join cooperation among relevant ministries and agencies to raise people's awareness on further preserving and promoting the values of the worshipping ritual as well as relic sites at the Hung Kings temple. <br /><br />Phu Tho province alone has 181 relic sites dedicated to worshipping Hung Kings, the kings' family relatives and their commanders, while the figure is 1,471 nationwide. <br /><br />The province has worked out a concrete plan to step up measures to conserve and uphold the precious values of the heritage. <br /><br />Vietnamese legends recount the rule of the 18 Hung King dynasties during the first period of Vietnamese history, between 2879-258 BC. <br /><br />The worshipping rituals are closely related to the worship of ancestors that is a tradition of most Vietnamese families and an important part of the people's spiritual lives. <br /><br />The Worship of Hung Kings was recognised as an intangible cultural heritage of humanity at the seventh session of the UNESCO committee in Paris on December 6, 2012. <br /><br />On April 14, an incense offering to Hung Kings was held at Kinh Thien palace, Hung Kings temple complex.]]></description>
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		<title>Best place to spend</title>
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		<pubDate>2013-04-14T18:43:41 -07.00</pubDate> 
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		<description><![CDATA[ I like journey and I am always going to for travelling in my summer vacation. According to me Capri in Italy, Hamptons, Greek Islands, London, Montreal, National Parks, New England, Russia, Scandinavia, Upper Peninsula, Michigan and so many other places. From these places London is my most favourite place to visit in Summer.]]></description>
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		<title>In addition, a variety of antique exhibition</title>
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		<pubDate>2013-04-10T21:21:05 -07.00</pubDate> 
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		<description><![CDATA[ In addition, a variety of antique exhibitions, community activities, street art, installations, Hue cuisine and folk games will be held to show visitors the natural beauty and hospitality of local people.<br /><br />On this occasion, visitors will have a chance to meet artisans from craft villages in Hue and other localities nationwide.<br /><br />Within the festival's framework, a workshop themed "Craft Villages with Tourism Industry  -  Potentials and Bottlenecks" will be organised to evaluate their potential, current status, bottlenecks and the development prospects of craft villages in the ancient capital city of Hue.<br /><br />The festival will link trade villages' production with cultural, tourism and festive activities to create jobs and increase incomes for rural labourers, Vinh said.<br />-------------------------<br /><a target=_blank class=ftalternatingbarlinklarge href="http://www.galatourist.com">Travel agency Vietnam</a><br /><a target=_blank class=ftalternatingbarlinklarge href="http://www.vietnambeachholiday.com">Vietnam beach vacation</a><br /><a target=_blank class=ftalternatingbarlinklarge href="http://www.calypsohalongcruise.com">Calypso cruise Halong bay</a>]]></description>
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		<title>High end Vietnam tourism products in Brazil</title>
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		<pubDate>2013-04-08T08:49:40 -07.00</pubDate> 
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		<description><![CDATA[ Vietnam is a new holiday destination for Latin America holidaymakers. Now, Asia's most innovative luxury travel and tour company brings Vietnam high-end tourism products closer to travel agents in Sao Paulo, Brazil. <br /> Hanoi - based Luxury Travel Ltd. (www.luxurytravelvietnam.com) has announced joint efforts with a Uruguayan premium tour operator, Lameco Viajes, in order to promote luxury travel products at WTM Latin America (<a target=_blank class=ftalternatingbarlinklarge href="http://www.wtmlatinamerica.com/)">http://www.wtmlatinamerica.com/)</a> in Sao Paulo, Brazil from 23 to 25 April 2013. Luxury Travel and Lameco Viajes is located at stand M13.<br /> <br />World Travel Market Latin America, the leading global event for the Latin American travel industry, is a three day must-attend business-to-business (B2B) event which brings the world to Latin America and promotes Latin America to the world. To be staged annually in the economic powerhouse of S&#227;o Paulo, World Travel Market Latin America is the event where Latin American travel companies will negotiate and conclude major deals, highlighting the area's importance in the global travel and tourism industry.<br /> <br />Vietnam now has world class hotels and resorts, beaches and cuisine, in addition to its natural beauty, rich history and traditional culture. Travelers from Latin America travelling to Vietnam are looking for a more authentic experience and seek to have a deeper understanding of the country's culture, food, history and everyday life.<br />  <br />While India and Thailand are geared more toward mass market tourism, Vietnam is a destination that is attractive to a more selective class of travelers. Vietnam is becoming more and more recognized as a safe and favored destination for high end tourists from long haul destinations. <br /> <br />Latin America is in a strong financial position at the moment and Pham Ha, founder and CEO of Luxury Travel Ltd., stressed the importance of diversifying markets by participating in the Spanish and Portuguese speaking markets, which provide an ideal platform for the latest contemporary trends and the ability to communicate and establish business partnerships with experts and tourism companies.<br /> <br />"With our marketing efforts and commitments with our local representative and tour operator Lameco in Uruguay (<a target=_blank class=ftalternatingbarlinklarge href="http://www.lameco.com.uy/),">http://www.lameco.com.uy/),</a> we will attract more long haul travelers who wish to experience Vietnam in style and luxury. We select our top ten once-in-a-life-time trips in Vietnam and Indochina, highlighting 4 and 5 star hotels to sell wholesale to travel agents across Latin America." said Pham Ha.]]></description>
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		<title>Mai Chau named among top 10 fresh destinations</title>
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		<pubDate>2013-04-07T19:39:06 -07.00</pubDate> 
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		<description><![CDATA[ Mai Chau, a small town in the northern mountainous province of Hoa Binh, was named one of the top ten "fresh" Asian destinations by hotel booking site Agoda.com.<br />These destinations all had high growth rates and attracted many foreign travellers as well as increasing amounts of vacationing locals.<br />Mai Chau was described as "a semi-isolated village in Viet Nam...surrounded by limestone cliffs and green rice paddies, populated largely by members of the ethnic White Thai tribe...Vibrant, verdant green rice paddies surround the town on all sides, and dramatic hills rise up on either side of the valley. The town itself isn't particularly stunning, but it's when one gets out into the countryside or head up into the hills that the breathtaking views get better around every corner.<br />There are also several interesting markets to check out, as well as some nearby caves."<br />This year's list also includes Tana Toraja in Indonesia, Nantou in Chinese Taiwan, Ella in Sri Lanka, Ipoh in Malaysia, Hakone in Japan, Damyang County in South Korea, Phonsavan in Laos, Kep in Cambodia and Khanom in Thailand.]]></description>
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		<title>Ethnic groups celebrate their cultural day</title>
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		<pubDate>2013-04-02T21:55:24 -07.00</pubDate> 
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		<description><![CDATA[ 2013 Culture Day of Vietnamese Ethnic Groups will take place at the Culture-Tourism Village of Vietnamese Ethnic Groups on April 19.<br /><br />The programme, to be co-organized by the Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism and the Ho Chi Minh Communist Youth Union, aims to promote the inheritance and development of traditional cultural values of Vietnamese family amongst young ethnic people.<br /><br />There will be a variety of activities, including a seminar on traditional cultural values, art and culture exchanges, traditional costume performance and folk games. <br /><br />The event also provides a chance for young people of 54 Vietnamese ethnic groups to learn how to preserve and develop their families' traditional cultural values, contributing to strengthening the great national unity bloc.]]></description>
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		<title>HCMC welcomes over 1 million foreign tourists in first quarter</title>
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		<pubDate>2013-03-30T20:25:53 -07.00</pubDate> 
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		<description><![CDATA[ In the first quarter of 2013, the number of foreign tourists to Ho Chi Minh City was estimated at more than 1 million, a year-on-year rise of 8 percent and 25.6 percent of the year's target, announced the city's Department of Culture, Sports and Tourism. <br /><br />Of the figure, number of foreigners arriving by air posted 830,000, a year-on-year rise of 5 percent. The city earned tourism revenue of more than VND20.6 trillion, a year-on-year rise of 20 percent.<br /><br />Currently, the city is carrying out programs to attract tourists, especially foreign tourists, of which those to improve the quality of tourism products and develop new tourism products are attached particular importance. The city also focuses on developing river tourism.<br /><br />The city's Department of Transport has submitted to the city's people committee an infrastructure development plan for river tourism. Accordingly, from now to 2015, it will invest at least VND22 trillion in repairing, upgrading and building 45 ports and wharfs to provide services for river tourism.]]></description>
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		<title>1000 island shared room available</title>
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		<pubDate>2013-03-29T20:04:13 -07.00</pubDate> 
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		<description><![CDATA[ have booked a room for the sept tourny, boat dockage availiable. $50 per night, queen size bed, spouse welcome, mile from launch site<br />anthony<br />email @ liquorkennels@hotmail.com]]></description>
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		<title>1000 ISLAND TRAVEL PLANS</title>
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		<pubDate>2013-03-03T15:36:02 -07.00</pubDate> 
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		<description><![CDATA[ hey <br />just wondering if anyone would be interested in going in on renting a cottage for the sept tourny <br />i havent found a place but only live 1hr away so if there was some interest ill see whats around<br /><br />Ballpark cottage would be $200 per person by 4 guys for the week prior to the tourny. sadley it would be $175 per night if you only want to come for Friday and Sat good part is either way include docking on French bay. would require half deposit up front and rest  upon arrival. First come gets bed then futons for rest lol<br />Also can probably split on food and cooking <br />These cottages go fast <br />email me if interested <br />liquorkennels@hotmail.com <br />thanks anthony]]></description>
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		<title>Travel Partner /Expenses 2013 EVERSTART</title>
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		<pubDate>2013-02-24T05:40:51 -07.00</pubDate> 
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		<description><![CDATA[ Tom Wolverton<br />Administrator The Bass College<br />guys, im looking for a non-boater in my area who wants to fish the northern everstarts , and would like to room together with me and practice with me ill be taking a week off from work so ill have 5 practice days of fishing, hopefully i can link up with a non-boater to help share expenses , if anybody is interested pm me for the potomac river, lake champlain and possibly the flats tournament ,<br />--<br />T.W. PRO STAFF ADMIN<br />PRESIDENT/SALES/MARKETING <a target=_blank class=ftalternatingbarlinklarge href="http://www.tomwolvertonfishing.com/">http://www.tomwolvertonfishing.com/</a><br /><br />or just contact me at getthenettom@verizon.net  or The Bass College forums anytime 24/7 <a target=_blank class=ftalternatingbarlinklarge href="http://thebasscollege.com">http://thebasscollege.com</a>]]></description>
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		<title>Looking for travel partner(s) on Walmart FLW tour  series 2013</title>
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		<pubDate>2013-01-08T06:59:16 -07.00</pubDate> 
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		<description><![CDATA[ I live in Knoxville, Tn. and I am a co going to fish the Walmart FLW tour series. I am looking for someone from the Tennessee Region area to share gas / lodging expenses. <br />email: buoy_country@yahoo.com or call / text at 865-771-0188 <br /><br />Chuck]]></description>
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