Vietnam Travel Tips

Silk Air, the regional wing of Singapore Airlines, will offer direct flights from Singapore to Hanoi, Vietnam, starting June 5, 2012. The airline will offer a round-trip flight every Tuesday, Thursday, and Sunday. Round-trip economy class fares start from SGD501 (USD405) inclusive of checked luggage and all taxes and surcharges. Promotional prices are available on select dates.

Make an online booking to save up to 40% off regular rates at the Saigon Dalat Hotel. With the discount, rates are USD75 for a Superior Room, USD80 for a Deluxe Room, USD95 for a Junior Suite, and USD115 for an Executive Suite.  Rates include breakfast for two people, 5% service charge, and 10% local taxes. “Internet Rates” are valid for stays until December 31, 2012. 

Treat yourself to a beach holiday at the 5-star Sheraton Nha Trang and a complimentary night. Stay 3 nights and pay for 2 nights until May 30, or stay 4 nights and pay for 3 nights until December 25, 2012. Rates for the payable nights start from VND3,655,000 (USD175) for a Deluxe Room with buffet breakfast for two people. A 5% service charge and 10% local taxes are addition.

The Hanoi Imperial Hotel is offering two promotions for the summer season. For USD129 nett, enjoy 2 nights in a Deluxe Room, a 60 minute massage, and one-way airport transfer. For USD129 nett per person, enjoy 1 night in a Deluxe Room, 1 night in a Deluxe Cabin on the Alova Gold Cruise of Halong Bay, and round-trip airport transfers. Both promotions are available until September 15, 2012.

Planning a family holiday to Ho Chi Minh City? The La Jolie Hotel has a package designed for a group of 4 travelers. For VND4,500,000 (USD215) plus tax/service, the package includes 2 rooms (1 Executive Room, 1 Superior Room), buffet breakfast, dinner, WiFi, a half-day tour to the Cu Chi Tunnels, 4 tickets to the Water Puppet Show, and airport pick-up. This package is available until July 8, 2012.

Enjoy a 2-night package at the beautiful Blue Ocean Resort Mui Ne for a special price of VND3,255,000 (USD156) nett. The package includes 2 nights in a Superior Room, daily breakfast for two people, dining credit of VND300,000 (USD15), an aloe vera body treatment at the spa, half-day bicycle hire, and internet access. The “Indulge with Life” package is available until October 31, 2012.

Vietnam Airlines is offering special fares on flights from Sydney or Melbourne, Australia to Hanoi or Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam. Round-trip economy class fares start from AUD900 (USD925) plus taxes of approximately AUD360 (USD372) depending on departure city. These fares are available for select travel dates now through March 31, 2013.

There’s no better way to experience Hanoi than by staying in the Old Quarter at the colonial Mercure La Gare Hotel. Room-only rates start from USD86 for a Standard Room, USD99 for a Superior Room, and USD130 for a Deluxe Room. All room rates are subject to 5% service charge and 10% local taxes. The “Hot Deals” promotion is available through December 31, 2012.

Pay for 2 nights at the luxurious Princess d'Annam Resort & Spa on the coast outside Ho Chi Minh City and receive the 3rd night free. After applying the free night, the average rate is USD275 per night for a spacious Mandarin Suite. Rates include daily breakfast and internet access. A 5% service charge and 10% taxes are additional. The “Princess Package” is available until October 31, 2012.

Treat the whole family to a luxurious beach holiday at the Furama Resort in Danang Beach, Vietnam. The package costs VND6,405,000 (USD305) per night for two connecting Garden View Rooms, buffet breakfast for 2 children and 2 adults, round-trip airport transfers, WiFi, and fun family activities. A 5% service charge and 10% taxes are additional. This promotion is available until March 31, 2013.