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22/09/2015

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01/09/2015

The Autunm 2015 in Halong Bay!

17/08/2015

Who can tell me the name of the country in this video?

14/08/2015

Vietnam has many transport options, available at various price ranges and suitable for traveling varied distances. Apart from the conventional buses, trains and taxis, there is the Vietnam cyclo service, which is probably the most enjoyable one and adds a touch of heritage to the Vietnam transportation.

The concept of cyclo is common to most Asian countries and is the ideal way to get the best out of your trip. You can experience the real essence of Vietnam, meet the people and see their cultures from as close as possible. Cyclo in Vietnam is also referred to as 'pedicabs'. The advantages of availing the Vietnam Cyclo Service are many:

- Vietnamese Cyclos, are in itself a reflection of the country's heritage.
- Cyclos can take you to every nook and corner of the place.
- Instead of whizzing past interesting sights, you can actually observe them at ease.
- Its slower place makes it easier for you to take photographs.
- They are very convenient for short distances.
- Most importantly they are cheaper than the other means of transport.

The Cyclo Service in Vietnam is mostly used by tourists. Cyclos are not available everywhere on the streets of Vietnam, hence you have look around a little before you find one. However it is easier to find cyclos near the places of interest and sometimes near the hotels. An important point to note before riding a cyclo is that you must settle the price before hand, as the drivers charge much higher at times.

So next time you are walking down the streets of Vietnam and you hear the sound of bells behind, be sure it's the Vietnamese cyclos. So all you have to do is just hop on and have a great time.

12/08/2015

The world-famous Thang Long Water Puppet Theatre in Hanoi has its roots in an art form that dates back to the 11th century. The tradition of water puppet theatre stems from a time when rice paddy fields were flooded and villagers would make entertainment by standing in the waist-deep water with the puppets performing over the water.
Using large rods to support the puppets it appeared as if they were moving across the water with the puppeteers hidden behind a screen.
This tradition is unique to North Vietnam but has recently found fame on stages all over the world; so it’s a rare treat to see the puppets perform in their original location at the Thang Long Water Puppet Theatre. Performances are accompanied by a Vietnamese orchestra playing traditional music using drums, wooden bells, horns, bamboo flutes and cymbals. There are also authentic Vietnamese operatic songs telling the story that is being acted out by the puppets. Most of the shows recount Vietnamese folk tales and legends with topics including the celebration of the rice harvest depicted in a humorous fashion.
Shows at this modern theatre are performed in a pool of water as the stage for the puppets. The puppets are controlled by no more than eight puppeteers hiding behind a bamboo screen. The renowned Thang Long Water Puppet show is considered to be one of the cultural highlights of Northern Vietnam dating back to a tradition that first started in the Red River Delta.
Today’s performances usually include a number of short sketches rather than one long story, taking the audience on a journey of ancient village life, agricultural harvests and dances of mythical creatures. Most shows also feature the famous Legend of the Restored Sword of King Le which tells the tale of Hoan Kiem Lake and the giant tortoise. The live music plays an integral part of the show with singers often shouting words of encouragement to the puppets.

10/08/2015

Seven Safety Tips for Senior Travelers
You don't have to stop traveling just because you're getting older. If anything, it's when you are older that travel means more; a lifetime of knowledge allows you to fully appreciate the new experiences you're having. And, if not for travel, what did you work so hard for all those years?
But being older does often mean that you can't travel the way you used to. Fortunately, there are steps you can take to protect yourself and your belongings.

Get Insurance
While travel insurance is important for people of any age, it truly is essential for older travelers who are more at risk of falling and hurting themselves, getting sick, or needing extra medication if their travel is interrupted or delayed. Insurance usually costs an extra $100 - $200, not a lot to guarantee that you'll be covered if something goes wrong.

Don't Advertise Your Absence
Though travelers assume hotels are safe places, the truth is that people with bad intentions can come and go quite easily in most hotels. But a few tactics can help older travelers, who are often seen as better targets, protect their belongings. One tip offered is this: don't put the "clean my room" sign on your hotel door.
"Those signs are an open invitation to let people know that the room is empty," she said. Thieves know that travelers usually leave their passports, extra money and jewelry in their rooms, and they know how to jimmy open locks. You don't want to advertise that you're not there. Instead, call the front desk on the way out and let them know you'll be leaving and that they can send someone up to clean the room.

Watch What You Eat
Like it or not, older folks tend to have more sensitive tummies and are frequently on restricted diets. It's understandable to want to forget those facts while away from home, but doing so could have undesirable side effects. Some medications don't interact well with certain foods. For instance, you don't want to eat bananas if you're on an ACE inhibitor. If you are taking any medication, call your doctor before you leave for a trip to find out if certain foods popular in your destination are off limits.

Mind Your Meds
Senior travelers need to take as much care of their medications as they do their money and passports. Don't pack them in checked luggage, and don't leave them lying in the open in your hotel room. And if you're on a trip that could get delayed, make sure you've got enough medicine to last you an extra day or two.
Another advice is keeping a paper with the names of any essential medicines you take and their dosages so you can try to replace them if needed.

Keep the Bling to a Minimum
One of the perks about getting older is that you can afford things you may not have been able to when you were younger. But buying items like nice jewelry, gold watches and fancy cameras makes you a target for thieves, especially as many ne'er-do-wells believe -- rightly or wrongly -- that older travelers are less aware of their surroundings, more unsteady on their feet and basically all around easier targets. This applies to carrying cash as well.

Keep Others in the Loop
If you're going to be traveling solo, keep others apprised of your daily itinerary, including your innkeeper or hotel concierge. Tell them where you're going and when you expect to be back, then stick to your schedule. Keep a cell phone on you if you're traveling domestically. If you're going abroad and your own phone won't work overseas, rent a phone once you arrive or buy an international SIM card so you can stay in touch.

Stay Safe on Your Feet
Beyond wearing comfortable shoes in order to get through full days of walking and touring, wearing flats will also help older travelers to stay steady on their feet. Heels, even small ones, can make you more prone to spraining an ankle or falling, especially if you have any balance issues. Flats will help you stay comfortable and steady on your feet.

07/08/2015

10 THINGS TO DO IN THE FIRST 24 HOURS OF YOUR TRIP

Once you have finally dropped your bags at your destination, the next 24 hours of any trip can be both thrilling and completely disorienting. Having a plan for getting things done and getting your trip truly underway upon arrival can set the tone for an entire vacation. Here are 10 tips for dispatching potential snags in the first 24 hours of your trip.

1. On the way in, plan your exit.
The best time to figure out the fastest and easiest way out of town is on your way in; waiting until you are trying to make a plane to do so can cause a lot of stress and lost time. After you get off a plane, for example, scope out the airport layout and amenities.

2. Grab some nourishment.
One of the first things most travelers will need to do upon arriving in a new place is eat, and many end up grabbing whatever is available, whether it's room service or fast food.

3. Reset your clock.
If you changed time zones while traveling, you will want to assume the daily rhythms of the new zone immediately, right down to the type of foods you eat. If it is morning, go have tea or coffee and breakfast foods (pancakes, pastries, etc.); if it is evening, have a proper dinner; if it is nighttime, maybe a cocktail and a snack. Don't succumb to the urge to stay on your old schedule, especially for your most ingrained habits.

4. Get outside.
When you visit a new place, the light is different, the air is different and your entire sense of the world can be different. After spending hours in parking lots, airports, planes, shuttle buses and rental car garages, put down all your stuff and get out the door. Take a walk, familiarize yourself with the surroundings and get fresh air/exercise.

5. Have a plan to deal with your caffeine addiction.
Let's face it -- a very large percentage of us have a caffeine addition of some type. Getting this under control and on track as quickly as possible is going to be critical in adjusting your biological clock to match your new surroundings. If you mess it up in the early going, it can take days to correct, and even exact a toll on your overall enjoyment of your trip.

A simpler version: Wait until your first morning to drink your first strong cup of coffee.

6. Take pictures.
A pro photographer dedicates the first few hours of a trip to taking a lot of photos; he noticed some time ago that his eye was always "freshest" when he first arrived in a new place, and he would notice things in the first few hours that he might ignore after a few days.
A simpler version: Take a camera; you never know when you will see something magical.

7. Charge your electronics.
When you arrive in your room, the first thing you want to do is whip out all your electronic devices, make sure you can plug them in if you are traveling internationally and put a full charge on them. If you need adapters, you will want to deal with this early in your trip; having your laptop or camera bail out on you right after you arrive can make the normal hassles of traveling overwhelm the first promising hours of your trip.

8. Secure your valuables.
The place you stow your most valuable items during a flight (in your carry-on, in your coat pocket) may not be the safest place for the duration of your trip. If you are traveling with any especially valuable items, secure them straight away upon arrival, whether in the safe in your room, or buried deep in your socks, or however you prefer to do so.

9. Let someone know you arrived, and where you are.
Especially if you are traveling alone, but even if not, it's a good idea to let someone close to you know that you arrived safely. You should also tell him or her how to get in touch with you if needed (hotel phone and room number, your preferred traveling e-mail address, your cell phone number if you're using it, etc.).

10. Check the weather.
It seems almost too simple, but countless travelers get ambushed by bad weather, and a thoughtful weather check can really assist your overall planning. Check the long-term forecast for your stay, which will help you decide when to schedule outdoor vs. indoor activities, whether you will need to pick up gear that you didn't pack, and how to cope with any truly plan-wrecking weather events.

Do you have anything you make sure to do in the first 24 hours of a trip? Let us know in the comments!

05/08/2015

TRAVELLING WITH GRANDCHILDREN
Grandchildren are perfect, adorable little angels who bring you and the rest of the world nothing but joy. If quick visits and even overnights leave you longing for more time with your grandchildren, consider planning a trip with them. More and more seniors are finding that vacations with their grandchildren are great bonding experiences filled with wonderful memories -- if planned carefully.

Talk to Their Parents
Talking with your grandchild's parents is the first step in planning a successful trip. The parents will know if their child is ready to be away from home without them, and they will be valuable resources when planning the destination and activities their children tend to enjoy. Children bore easily, so it is important to know what really piques their interests. Your grandchild's parents will also be able to tell you about sleeping and eating schedules, and it is best that you try to stick to these, even on vacation. Children thrive when they know what to expect and are most comfortable in a routine.

Do a Test Run
Even if you and the child's parents agree that he or she is ready to travel, have a test run. After all, you won't know about homesickness until you're already away from home, and it is best to find out if your grandchild is miserable away from his or her parents on a day trip rather than a weekend-long vacation. If you've never spent time with your grandchild without his or her parents, this is a good opportunity to do just that. Take the child to the zoo or to the beach and see how it goes. If it doesn't go well, maybe your grandchild isn't ready to travel with you, or maybe you just need to warm up to a long weekend with several more day trips.

A test run will also help you assess your own limits. Remember, children have seemingly endless energy and are difficult to keep up with. If you find yourself wiped out after just a few hours, you may need to either scale back on your travel plans or wait until the child is a little older.

Prepare, Prepare, Prepare
After you have decided on a destination, explain to your grandchildren where you will be going and what they can expect from your trip. Will they be traveling by plane? What sort of a place will they be staying in? Children are at their best when they know what to expect and surprises are at a minimum.

Make sure your grandchildren have proper identification, including contact information, on them at all times during the trip, and be sure to have a recent photo of them in case they get lost. You should also have a notarized authorization form from your grandchild's parents in case he or she needs medical attention. Make sure you are crystal clear on medications and dosages if your grandchild will be taking any during the trip.

Get the Kids Excited
Read about the chosen destination with your grandchildren and then ask them what they hope to get out of the trip. That way, everyone's expectations can be discussed and (hopefully) met.

Go!
You can book an organized tour for grandparents and grandchildren or If it is too cost-prohibitive, consider going it alone. How about camping in a national park? Not only do seniors enjoy deep discounts at the parks, but there are plenty of kid-friendly activities like hiking and wildlife viewing. Had something a little more relaxing in mind? Rent a vacation house at the beach -- kids never seem to tire of the ocean and the sand. Remember it's not as much about where you go as it is about the memories created from the time spent together.

04/08/2015

Five Foods to Avoid Before Flying
Eating the wrong thing before you fly, and you may be contending with more than just an awful in-flight movie or space-invading neighbor. In order to have a bloat-free flight, remember to drink lots of water, eat some carrot sticks and nuts, and check out our five foods banned for pre-flight consumption.
1. McDonald's Extra Value Meal
Mickey D's, typically found in airports, is the embodiment of greasy, artery-clogging fast food joints. According to the medical community, the body doesn't do so well digesting foods laden with sodium and saturated fats in the first place -- and digestion at 37,000 feet proves even more difficult. So it's common sense to avoid these worst offenders before flying.
2. The Gas Giants
For obvious reasons, it's smart to avoid foods that encourage intestinal expansion, as the nature of the pressurized airplane cabin promotes further bloating. Chief among such foods are fried and super-saturated dishes, but even certain "healthful" foods -- onions, cauliflower, cabbage, baked beans -- can make you feel like an over-filled balloon.
3. Alcohol
For many fliers, downing a few cocktails is part of their pre-flight protocol. It helps allay fear of flying, and serves as a liquid sleeping pill. But doctors say that consuming alcohol before or during a flight should be avoided -- and it can actually contribute to passengers having trouble falling back asleep once they awaken.
Since there's less water in your blood when you're dehydrated, the concentration of alcohol will be slightly higher, leading to quicker intoxication and increased potential for a hangover. If having a pre-flight drink is a must for you, counteract the effect of the booze by consuming plenty of water.
4. Carbonated Beverages
Carbonated beverages are thought to contribute to bloating and cramping, two enemies of the long-haul flight. We’re suggesting that you avoid foods that impede digestion, and that potentially cause distress to you and your fellow passengers.
5. Everything
In a study published in the journal Science in 2008 -- and discussed in a New York Times article -- researchers suggested that fasting for about 16 hours before a long flight may actually help to fend off jet lag.
Researchers believe we might be able to faster adjust to time zone changes by manipulating your body clock, based on hunger. In essence, if you make your body think it's starving, you'll be able to remain awake and alert until its dinner time in your new destination, resetting your body's light clock in the process.

31/07/2015

Would you like to have a great adventure for a thrilling ride on a water buffalo at a rice paddy? Let's say "you will love it" and your day is brightened with lot of joy and fun on these gorgeous experiences. We name buffalos as B.M.W. (The word B.M.W that you can understand it as one of the best cars in the world produced by Germany. However, you can learn these three words such as: B (Buffalo), M (made) and W (way) - BUFFALO MADE WAY.

The first thing you need to successfully ride a buffalo is to master in ‘buffalo language’. In such way, you can manipulate a buffalo, giving orders to it to move forward or backward, turn left or turn right, or stop. The tourists need to memorize the ‘oral command’ to successfully control the buffalo. Since it was still a calf, the buffalo was taught to obey its owner’s words. When you say ‘dờ’ /zә/, it will stop walking immediately. If you want it to turn left, say ‘dí’ /’zi/, or ‘quá’ /’kwa/ when you want to turn right. Of course, you will also need to reinforce your oral command by moving the rope (which is connected to the nose of the buffalo) toward the direction you want.’

The most difficult challenge in this business is not correctly feeding them, but to make them obedient in a constant good manner. Otherwise, it can easily get mad and butt their horns towards people. These buffaloes should be trained to plow on the field before using them in tourist service. The plowing work will acquaint them with ‘oral commands’ from their rider so that they can recognize and follow your words. ‘If you provide them with sufficient food and water, they will become lazy and spoiled, just like humans, because they don’t have any motive to work hard. You should put them into hardship in order to teach them to obey. Also according to him, the next challenging task is to correctly select a suitable breed. The breed of animals is similar to the physiognomy of human. That is the reason why the local people share that: ‘If you buy a buffalo, look at its breed. If you marry a girl, look at her family. “That sentence is totally correct in the case of buffaloes. A good buffalo majorly depends on its breed.’

Choosing strong and good-tempered buffalos depends on their swirl. According to local experiences, those with swirl on head, sell it; those with swirl on forehead, raise it; those with swirl around tail, butcher it. Another dangerous problem is a male buffalo trying to impress a female buffalo. To win the female buffalo, the male will gallop and then gore another male, which will definitely blow the person on its back away. For this reason, we need to separate the male buffaloes away from the female ones.

The symbol of a friendly buffalo will become a major attraction to international tourists. Let ‘s travel to Vietnam to experience!