Sofitel Metropole Hanoi Vintage CItroen car Colors so vibrant.. nam hai sunset time The Restaurant Nam Hai Nam Hai Cookery lesson The Nam Hai Romantic Dinner Beautiful boudoirs to spoil ourselves in.. Anyone for a ride in this ol' Citroen? Hanoi welcomes HotelMetropoleHanoi_003_LaTerrasse_du_Metropole Sofitel Metropole Hanoi The Nam Hai Villa Palm trees Six Senses Ninh Van Bay - Vietnam Nha Trang Ana Mandara Flickering candle light.. Nam Hai Opera Restaurant - Park Hyatt waiting to serve you.. Park Hyatt Saigon IMG_3654
Our tours start in Saigon (HCMC), with her million scooters, where simply crossing a road is a huge challenge. A stroll down Dong Khoi Street, with its alluring silk stores is sure to set the pace. We end our Tour in Hanoi. “Our tours are aimed at taking a glimpse into the French Colonial Splendor of an era, where clearly opulence was the order of the day. We’ll meet chefs, photographers, authors, bamboo boat makers, potters, get to stay in amazing 5* luxury French Architectural hotels – Park Hyatt, La Residence, Metropole Sofitel Hanoi, Ana Mandara Six Senses to name a few. Plenty of time for Spa treatments/ shop. Good morning Vietnam!”, said Mrs. Jean Wethmar – Co-founder of The Cape Club and a Colonial Romantic.

Why discover Vietnam?

January 27, 2012, by admin in Encouraging stuff.., French Colonial Decor Ideas, Traveling to new shores

And to quote.. “I think you are on a winner!.  Strong Aussie Dollar.  Brilliant alternative to Thailand, which captures so much of the publicity, travel writer stories.  Plenty of educated, English speaking, knowledgeable Guides.  An equally delicious, palatable cuisine compared with any of the SE Asian cuisines.  And a strong Australian association with that country. …

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How to get upgraded to Business Class?…

January 27, 2012, by admin in Traveling to new shores

Ok.. so you’ve got the economy ticket, you’ve checked in and yes, there’s still room in Business class for you! Yay! Why?.. How come?… well .. always travel in style, and you’ll be treated in likewise manner.  Stylish yet totally comfortable, take that pair of ballet flats to slip into once on board, and your …

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Expand your mind – Travel the World….

January 8, 2012, by admin in Encouraging stuff.., Traveling to new shores

Expand Your Mind – Travel the World “Travel is fatal to prejudice, bigotry and narrow-mindedness, and many of our people need it sorely on these accounts. Broad, wholesome, charitable views of men and things cannot be acquired by vegetating in one little corner of the earth all one’s lifetime.” -Mark Twain Twain so bluntly and …

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Five secrets to discover Colonial Charms of Vietnam

December 12, 2011, by jeanw in French Colonial Decor Ideas, Hotels, Restaurants, Traveling to new shores

Secure a booking in a suite at any of the marvelous Colonial hotels across Vietnam, oozing charm and romance, warmth and comfort. The Park Hyatt in Ho Chi Minh City (Saigon) offers a sanctuary for work and relaxation, The Ana Mandara in the high mountainous regions of Dalat are sure to be enjoyed for its …

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