In 2005 A 3 star hotel room cost around 30usd to 40/room/night but in 2008 the same Hotel rate went up to 70 usd room/night which bring a reall pressure to Local tour Operator for looking accomodation on their clients request, and at the same time It bring an bad image to Travelers that Vietnam became an Expensive destination so their choice would be other country like Thai Land  or near by destinations.

yet the financial crisis now really hit Vietnam tourism that Hotels which id 4 to 5 star have to suffer strongly to their price pursuit.  and what they have to do now is trying to lower price to allure customers.

If you you have been thinking that Vietnam is an expensive travel place then now It is the best chance to travel here as price being down up to 20 or 30% on hotels that Opeator can reduce your trip total around 15%.

for example: normal price for Rex Hotel a historic 4 star hotel now you can pay as high as 130usd/deluxe room/night inclusive Breakfast, Tax and service charge.

besides, you can contact Vietnam local tour Operator for the best tour package or any travel service in advance.

despite of Financial crisis, Vietnam surely and best and cheap destination now in your travel destination list. Come to Vietnam now before to late!

have a nice day,

Saigon Vietnam

Asiana Travel Mate, Vietnam Local Tour Operator, (ATM) made Christmas come early for 110 orphans. The Tour Operator together with its staffs, partners and foreign guests went to Long Hoa orphanage last Sunday 21^st to play Santa Claus by sponsoring more than 35 million VND worth of presents and cash. Especially, another 2 million VND was set separately to help an orphan who was having kidney illness.

The visit was begun with a brief talk with Mr. Dung, the orphanage’s Manager who guided everyone around the Pagoda to get to know better about the kids’ living condition. Following there was a wonderful time bonding with the orphans, Interesting & interacting games were played between guest and Kids. Despite of language barrier for some of the foreigners, everyone enjoyed the time to the fullest. The highlights of the afternoon were the on-site magic show brought by Mr. Duy from Bon Sai Cruise who won much applause from the audience with his tricky yet humorous performance, and the traditional martial art performed by the kids at the orphanage.

We all left the site with a happy mind that sung, “I had a joyful and meaningful early Christmas!” and thanked ATM for the special day. Daniel, one of the guest said, “You know, to spend money on charity is easy but the difficult part is actually to put your time and effort in to arrange everything.” ATM is willing to do the difficult part and we hope that with our effort we can take charity doings a step further like Mr. James, ATM’s Saigon branch manager said, “The company not only wants to give back to society by itself, but also tries to form a network of charitable hearts by getting others involved.” This fund raising project again affirms ATM’s endeavor to “Responsible Travel & Sharing” and “Giving Back”

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At 12.00, the junk crews welcome guests on board at Hon Gai Wharf. Enjoy welcome drinks and check in Deluxe cabin

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This 2-day itinerary gives you a basic time and Accomadation as well was cruise service to enjoy the bay from the Deluxe Huong Hai junk.

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Princess I & Princess II offer luxury and perfect services in the World Heritage of Halong Bay.

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Luxuriously designed with only 5 cabins, the Valentine Junk is offering an excellent service of cruising Halong Bay.

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The newest deluxe junk of the fleet – the Indochina Sails – just start in early April 2007.

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Halong Bay Cruise ship Bhaya was inspired by the majestic luxury of the ships used by Vietnam’s

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This 20 mile stretch of sand near Danang really was used by American soldiers as an “R&R” stop. The weather here is perfectly cool in the winter, but from April or May until August it can be very nice. The beach was the site of Vietnam’s first international surfing competition in 1992. Conditions for surfing are best from September to December. The beach is home to one of Vietnam’s most luxurious beach hotels, the Furama Resort. Danang, Marble Mountain, My Son and Hoi An can be explored by day-trips from China Beach.

Nha Trang

In south-central Vietnam, Nha Trang is the closest thing Vietnam has to an “international” beach resort destination. Nha Trang is Vietnam’s premier beach destination, home to two of Vietnam’s best beach resorts, one of which is on the mainland and one is on a small island nearby. The town itself is a lively port town with excellent seafood and some interesting Cham ruins nearby. It is also possible to dive or snorkel in this area and a boat trip around the islands lying off the coast is another delightful way to pass the time. The accommodation in there can meet any demand from standard hostels to the most luxurious resorts in Vietnam. Nha Trang can be easily reached by air from Saigon, Hanoi and other cities.

Hoi An

Hoi An town is also known for its fine white sand beach, around three kilometers from the main town. This is a great option for those who wish to combine interesting touring with time spent relaxing on the beach.

Phan thiet

In Southern Vietnam, Phan Thiet district is home to the peaceful fishing village of Mui Ne, whose endless stretch of white beach now offers a range of resorts. It has also long been considered the “Hawaii” of Vietnam. It boasts shady roads under coconut trees, a beautiful beach and cliffs battered by the waves of the sea. The typical scenery of Mui Ne lies in the moving lines of golden sand caused by the wind and when they are seen from afar they look like moving waves. The scenery looks more fascinating at dawn, when young Cham girls in green dresses go to work. Mui Ne is an ideal place for rest and relaxation.

Thanks to its proximity to Saigon, Mui Ne is popular with tourists and locals alike and its location means that it is the perfect way to end a Vietnam trip. Mui Ne has become popular for kite surfing and the nearby sand dunes are more reminiscent of Africa than Vietnam. Visitors also can enjoy swimming in the blue water of the sea, climbing the sand dunes or relaxing by a swimming pool. Phan Thiet can be reached by road from Hochiminh city

Vung Tau

The beach at Vung Tau isn’t especially great, but its proximity to Ho Chi Minh City insures a steady patronage from locals as well as tourists. Vung Tau is about 125km from Ho Chi Minh City. This destination can be reached by road or hydrofoil from Saigon ( HCMC).

Phu Quoc Island

Phu Quoc Island is situated off the South coast of Vietnam, close to Cambodia. This small and unspoiled island is only a short flight from Saigon and remains a quiet and laid back destination, perfect for those wishing to escape the crowds. According to many, the beaches of Phu Quoc Island are the best in Vietnam. The island is still quite primitive and untouched. However some hotels and resorts are operated and well respond to the wide range of tourist’s demand rising. The island can be reached by air or by ferry from Rach Gia on the mainland