PARK HYATT SAIGON - 21-25 August, 18

Discover the urban luxury with combination of sophisticated design, handcrafted details and modern-day comforts at Park Hyatt Saigon. You will enjoy the world-class bar and best restaurants in Ho Chi Minh City together with a tranquil spa. Park Hyatt Saigon will welcome you with warm, discreet and dignified service for the ultimate relaxed and personalised luxury.

What Makes Your Stay Remarkable:

Elegant French colonial-style: 245 hotel rooms including 23 suites, combining elegant, traditional comfort with the latest technology, including in-room mini iPads

World-class cuisines: From authentic Vietnamese dishes at Square One to home-made Italian delights at Opera. From the well-known afternoon tea at Park Lounge to signature cocktails at 2 Lam Son bar

Prime location in the city centre : Just minutes from the most popular landmarks, including Opera House, Saigon Notre-Dame Basilica and Reunification Palace

Ultimate in relaxation and rejuvenation: Xuan Spa, located on the third floor, offers wellness treatments inspired by traditional Vietnamese beauty rituals and ingredients

A green oasis of peace in the middle of the bustling Saigon: A lush tropical landscape garden surrounding a newly upgraded swimming pool

Restaurants

Indulge in a well-rounded dining experience at Park Hyatt Saigon. The signature restaurant, Square One, features authentic Vietnamese and Western cuisine. While Opera, offers traditional Italian dishes prepared in a large open kitchen and served in a cosy trattoria setting. For a great night out, head to 2 Lam Son, the liveliest nightspot in Ho Chi Minh City. On the weekends, rock out with the resident DJ until late and unwind with a refreshing signature martini or premium glass of Champagne. You can also listen to live performances by resident musicians every evening at the elegant Park Lounge, which also offers a French-inspired Afternoon Tea buffet on Saturdays accompanied by the sounds of smooth Jazz.

Location

• Central Post Office – The largest post office in Vietnam was built by the famous architect Gustave Eiffel. This is a working post office where visitors can buy stamps, books, souvenirs and collector coin sets. Be sure to check out the hand-painted maps on either side of the post office’s interior walls.

• City Hall / People’s Committee – At the end of Nguyen Hue street sits the magnificent office of the Ho Chi Minh City People’s Committee, which was completed in 1908. It remains one of the most stunning colonial monuments in the city. Be sure to visit the statue of Ho Chi Minh (Uncle Ho) on the median strip.

• Notre Dame Cathedral – This must-see cathedral was built between October 1877 and April 1880. With the approval of the Vatican, it was named Notre Dame at ceremonies held on December 7 and 8, 1959. Its Neo-Romanesque architecture and two 40 sq m (431 sq ft) bell towers crown the Paris Commune Square where it is located.

• Opera House – Built at the beginning of 1897 under an original architectural design by French architect Ferret Eugene, the Opera House was restored and renewed in 2005 to celebrate the 407th anniversary of the foundation of Saigon (1698 – 2005). Visitors here can enjoy various artistic entertainments such as singing, music, dancing and traditional and modern dramas, just a few steps from the Park Hyatt.

• Reunification Palace – Formerly the Norodom Palace of the Indochina Governor General, then the Independence Palace of the Saigon Regime, the Reunification Palace was designed by Western-trained architect Ngo Viet Thu. Explore all of its amazing structure and scenery when visiting Saigon.

• War Remnants Museum – Established in 1975, this museum focuses on the war with the United States and is filled with amazing exhibits from that era. A highlight is the “Requiem Photographic Exhibition” of pictures taken by photojournalists who lost their lives during the war. Outside, visitors will find an interesting collection of tanks and captured U.S. fighter planes.

INTERCONTINENTAL DANANG SUN PENINSULA RESORT - 25-28 August, 18

a place where myths meet luxury..

Your Resort Classic Room offers 70sqm of spacious accommodation. Contemporary design imaginatively plays with the shapes of local forms such as the geometric silhouette of paper lanterns and the wood-spindled windows of traditional temples and aristocratic residences. On your spacious balcony enjoy stunning views of the East Sea from the comfort of your oversized rattan chairs.

Enter a world of poetic experiences and jungle-clad romance in a place that cloaks you with luxury. The mastery of traditional Vietnamese design meets modern architectural flair in this distinctive retreat within the dense rainforest of mythical Monkey Mountain.
Famed architect Bill Bensley has woven his magic throughout every space, crafting a resort that inhabits four levels – Heaven, Sky, Earth and Sea – linked by a funicular train climbing its way through the forested slopes. You will find the architect’s characteristic whimsy and imagination unleashed across the canvas of the mountainside.
Celebrate, dine and be entertained. Seductive tastes and magnificent views intoxicate your senses. Climb spiralling staircases. Hide yourself away in intimate niches. Gaze at the stars as you lounge on a platform bonfire. Taste culinary artistry by resident three Michelin- starred chef in a private boudoir setting.

Location

Welcome to a fascinating region shaped by historical riches and cultural treasures; a place where traditional Vietnamese architecture sits side by side with modern infrastructure and colonial influences. Historic monuments and ancient ruins abound, as do pristine beaches, old-worldly streets, chic restaurants and breathtaking natural scenery.
Cantered halfway between Hanoi in the north and the southern metropolis of Ho Chi Minh City (formerly Saigon), Danang is perfectly located to explore the nearby heritage town of Hoi An, with its charming merchant houses, Chinese temples and beguiling riverside setting. Slightly further afield, but still easily accessible, is the imperial city of Hue and the incredible ruins of My Son.
• Danang International Airport : 30 minutes drive
• Train station : 30 minutes drive
• Mon Son Sanctuary: 2 hours drive
• Hue – Imperial City: 3 hours drive
• Marble Mountains: 40 minutes drive

Restaurants

Celebrate, dine and be entertained. From delectable grilled seafood and the finest cuts of meat to Vietnamese delicacies and three-star Michelin dining, you will find an exciting array of tastes, venues and experiences at InterContinental Danang Sun Peninsula Resort.

CITRON – focus on regional Vietnamese delicacies and beautifully crafted Mediterranean specialties.Savour artisanal cuisine amidst a masterpiece of design and the best views of the entire resort at the main restaurant, Citron. The most coveted seats in the house private dining booths that float over the hillside, 100 metres above sea level.

LA MAISON 1888 – Three Michelin- starred chef Michel Roux, creating French haute cuisine in a setting rich with intrigue.

French-born, Michel Rux is one of the most influential chefs in Europe. His second restaurant The Waterside Inn recently became the first restaurant outside of France to retain three Michelin stars.

BUFFALO BAR – Fine wines, vintage champagnes, exclusive pours and the finest hand-rolled Cuban cigars. Located within La Maison 1888, Buffalo Bar has been created as an exclusive refuge of timeless elegance.

BAREFOOT CAFE/BAR – delicious a la carte menu, enticing selection of salads, lite bites, pizza and gourmet burgers are on offer for breakfast and lunch.