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Since opening on Christmas Eve 1959, Caravelle Saigon has gained renown for being at the heart of everything important. Located in the city centre, the hotel is a short walk to iconic landmarks and locations, such as the Saigon Municipal Theatre, also known as the Opera House, and Notre Dame Cathedral. The historic Dong Khoi Street, modern Nguyen Hue Walking Street, and the legendary Ben Thanh Market are also nearby.

The five-star accommodation meets all the expectations of the modern traveller. Newly renovated rooms feature upgraded décor and finishings including bathrooms with imported marble throughout. Rooms start at 34 square metres and feature large soundproof windows which offer guests unparalleled views across the heart of the city, including the historic Opera House on one side and glimpses of Saigon River on the other.

The centrepiece of Caravelle Saigon’s recent upgrade is the Signature Lounge, situated on the ninth floor of the Heritage Wing, it boasts one of the best executive lounges South East Asia has to offer. Serving breakfast, afternoon tea, evening canapés and cocktails, the Signature Lounge is the perfect way to end a long day, hold a small business meeting or relax over a book and a glass of the all-day complimentary sparkling wine. All Signature room types and suites enjoy exclusive access to the lounge.

Nineteen Buffet Restaurant is renowned for its unparalleled seafood buffet and five-star dining experience. Saigon Saigon Rooftop Bar on the top floor of the Heritage Wing is one of the few remaining bars in this rapidly developing city with a long and colourful history to tell. Café de l’Opera and Tapas Kitchen offer quite possibly one of the best locations where you can enjoy great views with a dash of history, and a slice of modernity all rolled into one.

State-of-the-art hotel facilities and services complement Caravelle Saigon’s gracious Vietnamese hospitality. Secluded and private, the freeform pool is the ideal place to bask in the sun and relax with a refreshing drink or swim a few laps. The fitness centre is fully-stocked with the latest equipment, and a sauna and steam room are available too. Kara Spa provides a calming and tranquil sanctuary for total relaxation with pampering wellness treatments and massages.

Catering to leisure or business, individual or group travellers, and situated in a unique location where the Han River flows to the East Sea, Danang Golden Bay Hotel offers views of the surrounding mountains and sea. It is also an ideal starting point to discover the natural beauty and historical charms of the area.

Inspired by the finest world heritages, Danang Golden Bay evokes a sense of serenity and a traditional Vietnamese ambience complemented by sophisticated modern architecture.

Make yourself at home in one of the 949 air-conditioned rooms and suites. Each decadent room features a balcony and furnishings befitting a five-star establishment. A 42-inch Smart television with cable programming provides entertainment, while complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected. Private bathrooms with bathtubs or showers feature designer toiletries and sanitary gold fixtures. Fully-furnished suites which include kitchenettes are also available for families and long-stay guests.

With seven restaurants, Danang Golden Bay Hotel offers a selection of dining options for breakfast, lunch, dinner and everything inbetween. Start your day at The Horizon with a sumptuous breakfast buffet, discover Vietnamese and Asian inspired cuisine with a stylish edge at Golden Square, and enjoy a refreshing cocktail at The Golden Pool Bar. Located on the rooftop of the hotel, with views to Danang City, F29 Sky Bar Restaurant is an authentic French dining venue for true gourmets.

Relax and be pampered at the full-service spa, where you can enjoy massages, body treatments and facials. If you’re looking for recreational opportunities, there is a natural-lit fitness centre and a golden infinity pool on the 29th floor complete with 24k gold tiles. There is also a children’s pool and a kids club for the little ones. For memorable occasions, the hotel can cater for not only indoor conferences but also outdoor galas, concerts, exhibitions or culinary shows for up to 450 guests.

Staying at the hotel, you can enjoy a leisurely walk around the hotel’s park, with 13 miniature wonders of Vietnam and the world, such as One-Pillar Pagoda, the Arc de Triomphe, Eiffel Tower, the Pyramids of Giza, Great Wall of China, Statue of Liberty, and the Turtle Shrine, among others.

Excellent service delivered by friendly staff will ensure that your stay at Danang Golden Bay is truly memorable and exceptional.

The expansive hotel complex offers all the facilities for a sensational stay, including several swimming pools, elegant rooms and suites, three restaurants serving top Asian and international cuisine, a varied professional sports program offer, and a stylish spa for absolute relaxation and pampering.

A selection of 318 rooms is spread across three buildings. Providing every modern comfort, each room offers a large en suite bathroom with a walk-in shower, a spacious private terrace with table and chairs and internet access. Room categories include 150 Duo Superior and 16 Suite Superior rooms, 25 Villas containing 12 Duo Deluxe rooms, 120 Junior Suites, six Suite Deluxe, two Grande Suites Seaview and 12 Royal Villas Seaview.

TUI BLUE Nam Hoi An is perfect for a relaxing, first-class holiday in Vietnam with extensive facilities. The holistic BLUEf!t program offers a varied fitness course where guests have access to functional training, yoga, fitness rooms, tennis courts and beach volleyball. The concept also includes informative and balanced nutrition advice to complement your training goal.

Watersports include stand-up paddleboarding, kayaking, sailing and surfing. For those looking to unwind, the spa offers a haven of wellness and relaxation with a range of pampering beauty treatments.

The resort’s knowledgeable BLUE Guides will be happy to help you plan any excursions. Hoi An is just 50 kilometres from the hotel, where you can take a stroll through the Old Town, or explore Hoi An in the evening under the atmospheric light of the lanterns.

Multiple dining venues, including three bars, cater to all tastes, and full board and half board packages are available. Begin your day with a hearty buffet breakfast, or craft your own breakfast menu à la carte. Lunch is served on the beach with a varied menu of international classics and Asian specialties. The three bars offer ideal locations for the perfect holiday moment with exotic cocktails and long drinks at the beach and the pool, as well as freshly squeezed juices, the best coffees and other refreshing beverages.

Offering over 500 square metres of versatile meeting space and a further 2,000 square metres of idyllic outdoor event, TUI BLUE Nam Hoi An’s excellent location and upscale amenities make the perfect conference, beach wedding or incentive destination.

A stay at one of Kanda’s 36 elegantly contemporary, very private pool villas, encourages deep immersion into calm, tranquil relaxation.

The villas are nestled above a serene cove, in a quiet oasis with unfettered views across the Gulf of Siam, yet only a five-minute drive away from the hustle and bustle of Chaweng’s nightlife and shopping district. It’s the perfect location for a luxurious retreat for families, friends or couples. Choose from one-, two-, three- or four-bedroom configurations with separate living spaces, full-size fully-fitted kitchens, dining and living rooms with state-of-the-art TV and sound systems, private garden areas with 10-metre pools, sun loungers and an outside sala.

Concierge, who are members of the internationally acclaimed Les Clefs d’Or organisation, are on-hand to offer a range of personalised services including advice or bookings for excursions, car rental, in-villa cooking classes or barbeque, babysitting, private catering, yoga or Thai boxing classes. If you provide your contact details before arrival, Kanda will send you a shopping list, which will be in your cupboards on arrival.

The fabulous RockPool restaurant and bar provides a culinary experience that brings together the very best of the East and West in a breathtaking location with unparalleled ocean views. It’s the perfect place for a romantic dinner for two, a family meal, a sumptuous and elegant afternoon tea, an evening cocktail or just a relaxing coffee or cold drink as you admire the view. There are two pools for guests, including a large main pool and children’s pool.

The kids club offers fun supervised activities. The wellness centre focuses on fitness in the well-equipped gym, and Thai treatments and therapies using herbs and beauty products in calm meditative surroundings.

If you are looking for a picture-perfect location to host a special event, then Kanda Pool Villas is a must. With the crystal-clear waters as a backdrop during the day and moonlit starry skies reflecting on the ocean at night, it’s an idyllic enclave for your special occasion. Have your wedding ceremony with the sand beneath your feet, on RockPool’s terraces or for more intimate gatherings, choose one of Kanda’s private and spacious four-bedroom Oceanfront Pool Villas.

Event planners are on-hand to decorate the venue however you desire, while the chef’s team will work magic to prepare your culinary passions. Ceremonies can also be planned in a remote Samui location, from beach to jungle or waterfall.

The remarkable art deco inspired hotel is set amidst three acres of lush gardens on the Chao Phraya River, adjoining Bangkok’s mustsee historical and cultural attractions. The centrepiece of the resort and the heart of the design, is the extensive art and antique collection which is distributed throughout the property and suites.

Urban sanctuary

Accommodation at The Siam consists of spacious suites and pictureperfect pool villas. Every feature has been meticulously planned to help you relax, from the oversized king bed, as soft as a cloud, to the imported Italian bathtub big enough for two, to the beautifully decorated, art deco living room.

When it comes to dining, discover bold, authentic flavours, infused with a rich history and the irresistible romance of a riverside backdrop. Set within a cluster of three, century-old Thai teakwood houses, enjoy Chon Thai Restaurant’s revival of traditional, homecooked Thai cuisine. Deco Bar & Bistro offers international comfort cuisine inspired by the jazzy ambience and art deco interiors. Whether you are looking for a caffeine hit or some sweet afternoon tea indulgence, Café Chao hits the spot, or head to Bathers Bar for poolside cocktails.

The award-winning, Opium Spa is a sanctuary of wellness in the heart of Bangkok. Choose from facials, body and massage therapies, or indulge in a tailored multi-day pampering spa package to suit your individual needs.

Engage one of the personal fitness trainers and work out in the gym, or take a yoga class on the outdoor yoga terrace. There is also a kids’ and teen spa treatment menu and a full-service hair and nail salon.

Signature Thai experiences

Make the most of your precious time, choosing from The Siam’s carefully curated range of signature Thai experiences. Learn to cook the world’s favourite cuisine, with a hands-on, personal class, enjoy seeing Bangkok, cruising in luxury comfort along the Chao Phraya River in a beautifully refurbished rice barge, train for a day under an expert coach as a Muay Thai fighter, or explore Bangkok’s beautiful palaces, sacred temples, exotic local markets and fascinating monuments.