Nha Trang

Background

As a coastal city and a center of political, economic, cultural, tourism in the province of Khanh Hoa. Nha Trang is also known as a city of festivals: Festival Sea, Miss Universe 2008, Miss World 2010 ... The beaches of this city has turned this place into a beautiful landscape collection attracting a lot of visitors.

This place has a temperate climate, convenient transportation both inland waterway, road, air and rail. Especially in Nha Trang is the largest station in the north-south railway in Vietnam. All train routes have stops here.

Nha Trang is blessed with perfect position, natural landscape, climate, along with background on the history and culture, making Nha Trang a wonderful resort city.

To the west, Nha Trang is surrounded with mountains of up to 1000m high, there are many species of animals, birds.

Looking toward East, Nha Trang has a cluster of islands located adjacently, Hon Tre is the largest with nearly 25km2. The island can be reached by sailboat in 2 hours and about 20 minutes by engined boat. Hon Tre Island is the largest on the Gulf of Nha Trang. From here look straight off some small islands again. The main advantage of the island with closed sea, making clean, quiet and beautiful beaches.

A place not less well known than Hon Tre Island is Nha Phu lagoon, one of the largest lagoon of Khanh Hoa. Nha Phu lagoon situated at the foot of Hon Heo, away from Nha Trang city about 15km, the lagoon is tens of kilometers long and is morre than 1500 ha in area...

Another interesting island is Hon Mieu in the Nha Trang Bay, this is the most inshore island in the bay, it takes only 15 minutes by motor boat, there are 2 sites of interest on the island is Tri Nguyen fish pond and Bai Soi beach. Tri Nguyen aquarium is a collection of marine fish and marine life. Bai Soi or Gravel beach as it is called because there is no sand here, only smooth gravel stones stretch out to the blue water, Bai Soi still remains its wildness, facing the sea and virgin forest behind.

A place as familiar name attached to Nha Trang where people are referred to is Hon Chong. A natural landscape in the city of Nha Trang, Hon Chong is a colonization of two clusters of large rocks located on the coast foothills Lasan. This area is a stacked natural rock.

Hotels at Nha Trang

Ana Mandara Resort

Ana Mandara Resort Nha Trang located directly on the beach off the most famous thoroughfare, Tran Phu Boulevard, the resort rests comfortably on 26,000m2 of private tropical gardens overlooking the sea...

Evason Hideaway Resort

The site of this Evason Hideaway on dramatic Ninh Van Bay is quite unique, taking full advantage of the setting. Impressive rock formations, the coral reef, white sand beach, a playful stream and the towering mountains behind, all add to the sense of being luxuriously at one with nature...

 

Nha Trang Lodge Hotel

Located in the centre of the city, the Nha Trang Lodge Hotel looks over the city and the legendary pristine beauty of the beach...

Sunrise Beach Resort

Combining the mystical culture and its famous hospitality service with modern resort comfort, Sunrise Beach Resort is a perfect place to luxuriously explore and experience the way of life in the pristine settings of Nha Trang...

VinPearl Resort

The biggest and newest entrant to the Vietnam beach scene is the 500-rooms Sofitel VinPearl Resort - opened with Soft Opening on 25 Dec 2003. It is a five storey fronting the sea on a private bay below the hills. At 57, 000sq.m, it will be Viet Nam's largest tourism resort...

 

Whale Island Resort

A 'get-away-from it all' hideaway, the only buildings on a sand island 80km north of Nha Trang. It's small but exclusive and comfortable - a bit more expensive than a hotel...

Yasaka Saigon Nha trang Hotel

Opened in late 1999, Yasaka Saigon Nha trang Hotel is well known as the best business hotel in Nha Trang city. As a joint venture between Vietnamese and Japanese...

Que Huong Hotel

Que Huong Hotel - an international standard hotel stands right in the heart of Nhatrang city. It is situated on the most picturesque and romantic Tran Phu Boulevard of the municipal beach...

Diamond Bay Resort

Ideal for beach and nature lovers, the Diamond Bay Resort is surrounded by a soft, white, sandy beach and a landscape of lush greenery and mountains...

Tour from Hanoi to Nha Trang

Day 1: Hanoi - Nha Trang

Pick up at the hotel to Noi Bai airport for the flight to Nha Trang, After 1h45 minutes you will arrive in beautiful Nha trang city, Check in the hotel or resort and free time for sunbathing in Nha Trang beach - one of the most beautiful beaches in Vietnam.

Day 2-3-4: Nha Trang tour (B)

For the next two days we can relax and enjoy Nha Trang’s sandy beaches to swim, sunbathe, scuba dive and taste the seafood delights of this beautiful holiday resorts The resorts’ facilities include tennis courts, swimming pool, a fitness center and massage services. The resorts are also equipped with a business center, conference room, library and a souvenir and handicraft shop. The numerous islands around Nha Trang make for excellent day trips for snorkeling and scuba diving.

When you’re tired of the beach, there are some interesting sites nearby, such as the Long Son Pagoda, and 2km (1.2miles) to the north of town are the Cham towers of Po Nagar, built between the 7th and 12th centuries on a site that had been used for Hindu worship as early as the 2nd century.

Day 5: Departure (B)

Free time for swimming until  flying back to Hanoi or Saigon.
End of the tour

Class	Price per person in half-twin by private car/coach with guide
Standard	1 pax	2 pax	3-5 pax	6-8 pax	Over 9 pax
	$470	$360	$350	$345	$340
Duluxe	$ 570	$470	$ 370	$350	$340

Includes:

• Flight ticket Hanoi - Nhatrang 02 ways
• Hotels or resorts ( please contact for details)
• Airport transfers
• Breakfasts

Excludes:

• Meals
• Tour guide
• Personal expenses
• Drinks

Safety First Traveling Tips When Riding A Foreign Taxi

Riding a taxi can generally be safe. It's safer than journeying through the subway, at least. But, there are things, bad things that can happen when riding a foreign taxi. There have been reports of kidnapping by taxi drivers in which you have to be aware of. before boarding any kind of vehicle, consider your safety first and then be alert of your surroundings when traveling especially when you"re alone.

Tip # 1 – Locate a taxi stand.

If you just came out of the airport, you can easily find taxi stands around and near the area. It would be a bit similar to what you have in your country. You just have to notice the congregating taxis under a sign that you can't read and that would probably be it. If unsure, ask a police person. In general terms, only cabs that are authorized by the government to board passengers are the ones that can park under these stands. This also means that the taxi driver is licensed. Never let drivers that are aggressive to win you over. They might have another intention than bringing you to your destination.

Tip # 2 – Know something about the place where you"re heading.

You should have even the slightest idea regarding your destination. If necessary, try to avoid shortcuts because this can confuse your memory and lead to another street that you are unfamiliar with. Notice If you"re heading south and the taxi is going north, be determined to ask or otherwise make the cab stop for if not, juts jump out of your seat and ask for help.

Tip # 3 – Observe for cab similarities.

Look at the color of the taxi. Is it he same with others? Do they have certain similarities that can assure you of some firm evidence that the cab is really safe? You can never trust a taxi that seems different from the others because in some places, thieves use fake cabs to get your money or sometimes, more.

Tip # 4 – Keep your belongings close.

If you"re traveling alone and your are carrying a really big and heavy luggage, sit beside it. Keep it very close to you. Otherwise if it's in the trunk, it will be very difficult for you to pull it out if in case anything bad happens.

Tip # 5 – Note phone numbers.

Taxi companies love advertising. That is why, legitimate taxis are the ones with plastered company numbers either on the trunk, doors and roofs. Never get into a taxi that doesn't have the company's phone number on its interior or exterior surface.

Tip # 6 – Sharing alert.

Sharing your cab with someone can minimize your consumption and impose some kind of safety within you. Although, you should try to say "No." if your taxi driver wanted someone to share with you no matter how peaceful the stranger looks – especially in foreign countries. You could end up being kidnapped because the peaceful-faced stranger is wearing a mask and is actually a monster.

Tip # 7 – Get a hold of the door handle.

Don't ride a taxi when the door handle inside it is malfunctioning or is broken. It would be very difficult for you to escape a predicament with a busted cab door.

If in case all of these tips fail, always have an emergency line where you can call local officials. It is always a remark to put safety first when traveling especially in foreign countries.

Seven Safety First Tips When Traveling With Your Children

There is a big difference between traveling with an adult and traveling with children. Even if you have toddlers or an infant with you, it is a special specification that adults accompanying their children must observe safety first when traveling. There are numerous ways to make traveling for you and your child safer. Here are seven:

1. Maintain seatbelts or restraints at all times. Naughtiness can become one reason for your child to get hurt and cause one to another. Your child can move all he want as long as his seatbelt or restraint are firmly attached to their bodies. Furthermore, turbulence can go without warning.

2. Keep your child's essentials inside your hand carry bag. You can survive every ounce of tantrums when you keep in your bag a handful of useful merchandise like diapers, food and medicine. If you have an infant, you can bring in two bottles of milk.

3. Position you child away from the aisle. It would be more appropriate to sit him in between two adults. If you don't like being seated along the aisle, for your child's sake, sacrifice. Children love exploring and reaching out things. They can get hurt unknowingly when their little arms and hands get bumped by walking people or by the serving cart. You can also sit him at one corner beside the windows.

4. Bring toys. Make sure these are not deadly ones. Toys can serve as perfect modalities to catch your child's attention and refrain him or her from making unnecessary noises and activities. Never bring toys that can hurt, easily break or is heavy. Electronic games can only be used while the plane is cruising.

5. Control your child. It is your responsibility to control your child's behavior while inside the plane. The flight attendant is never responsible for the supervision of your child. You don't pay them to become baby sitters. As much as possible, don't fall asleep during the flight. Children take this opportunity to wander around the plane and eventually get lost. You also have to be careful when walking around the plane with your child for he might reach hot cups of coffee or silverware.

6. Upon the deployment of oxygen masks, put yours first. Contrary to what most parents would think, it is much advisable to put an adult's mask first before their child. Why? for practical reasons. There would be a greater chance of saving both your lives than just your child's. If the adult puts the oxygen mask on their children first, it will take only few seconds for hypoxia to come over wherein episodes of confusion or passing out will happen. A child, especially smaller ones, will be of no help once you pass out. This is one very good reason why you must put on the mask first.

7. Always be prepared for the possibility of emergencies. Be aware of the procedures that can be appropriate for your child. First, ask the flight attendant if they have emergency equipments that are designed especially for children. Next, be familiar with the preflight briefing. Lastly, if your child has a condition that can be an issue, inform the attendant.

Generally, you have to plan ahead. Ask yourself what are the things that can help you and your child to be safe through hours of being suspended on air. It is your sole responsibility to take good care of your child by practicing these safety first tips when traveling.