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Gay photographic exhibition expected to be distinctive

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Under the sponsorship of the US President's Emergency Plan for AIDS Relief (PEPFAR), the Center for Creative Initiatives in Health and Population (CCIHP) is introducing a unique exhibition named “Moments of life” on Vietnamesemale homosexual life from 21 – 25 November at Art Gallery, 45 Hang Bai, Hoan Kiem, Hanoi.

VIETNAM ONLINE THIS WEEK: NOV 14 - 20

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The weather in Hanoi this weekend sees little difference from last week while in Ho Chi Minh City this is the third consecutive weekend of heavy rain. Read more weather news and event previews on Vietnam Online This Week.

New five-star hotel recently launched in Hanoi

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Hotel de l’ Opera Hanoi (29 TrangTien Street), which was put into service last week, offers tourists in Hanoi one more choice for luxurious accommodation.

Sketches of Vietnam architecture in Ho Chi Minh City

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More than 100 sketches about typical architectures of Vietnam by Thailand painters are being shown in the exhibition “New and Old Architecture in Vietnam”, taking place at Ho Chi Minh City Fine Arts Museum , from November 18th to 24th, 2011.

Famed UK band to rock Vietnam

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UK rock lovers in Vietnam are excitingly waiting to taste new “flavor” of UK rock from famous contemporary rock band Zun Zun Egui, a big fish in UK’s music market.

My Khe among world's six most attractive beaches

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My Khe is long well-known for its beauty among many locals and international tourists and now its fame has been confirmed by the American leading economic magazine Forbes: the 900m long beach is claimed as one of the six most attractive beaches on the planet.

Great discount for air route from Canada to Vietnam by Eva Air

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The largest private air corporation in Taiwan, Eva Air, is currently running a new discounted fare for flights from Toronto, Canada to Hanoi or Ho Chi Minh City of Vietnam. The discount is applied for all flights on these routes, which has departure date from now to November 30th 2011. Either route will involve connection in Taipei.

1,680 emission-free buses operated soon in Ho Chi Minh City

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According to Ho Chi Minh Department of Transportation, 1,680 environment friendly buses are going to be operated in this city in the period of 2011-2013 to upgrade the city’s bus service.

Tet train tickets booking starts tomorrow

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Tet train tickets will be available for booking from 8am of November 15th, announces Saigon Railway. The booking is supposed for passengers travelling from 14 - 21 January 2012 (before Tet holiday) and from 26 January 2012 to 3 February 2012 (after Tet holiday).

20th annual Charity Bazaar to be organized at UNIS Hanoi

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Representative of Hanoi International Women’s Club states that the 20th Charity Bazaar this year is expected to be held at United Nations International Schools (UNIS), inside Ciputra Residential Zone. The event lasts for more than five hours, from 10.00am to 3.30pm on Sunday, November 27th. All of revenue from this event is planned to spend for charitable project in Hanoi City.

Experience African culture in Vietnam

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Africa in the eyes of most people in other continentals is the land of diseases, poverty, starvation and extreme weather of mostly burning sunshine.

Charity Cycle Adventure from Hue to Hoi An

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Held by the Saigon Children’s Charity, Charity Cycle Adventure from Hue to Hoi An, taking place from November 17th to 21th, 2011 is a golden chance for anyone to break out of overcrowded city roads to enjoy fresh air, appreciate natural scenery and cultural values along the way, as well as raise funds for disadvantaged Vietnam children.

National cocktail competition seeks remarkable bartenders in Vietnam

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The largest competition for bartenders in Vietnam, the National Cocktail Competition, has just commenced on 4th November 2011 in Hanoi. Following these initial rounds in Hanoi are numerous qualified rounds in Da Nang on November 11 and in Ho Chi Minh City on November 15, to select the most skilled bartenders to compete in the final round in Ho Chi Minh City on November 16.

VIETNAM ONLINE THIS WEEK NOV 7TH -13TH

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This weekend, Hanoi is expecting some wonderful weather with warm sunshine and cool wind that facilitate well for outdoor activities. The weather should keep its pleasant way for three consecutive days with temperature ranging from 17 to 28 degree Celsius, and moderate wind speed about 8km/h. Break out of the crowded downtown and go on a camping trip to scenic suburban Ba Vi may prove to be a good idea.

European Music Festival 2011 kicks off on 17 Nov in HCMC

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The Delegation of the European Union to Vietnam, in collaboration with The Embassies of EU Member States and Ministry of Culture, Sport and Tourism of Vietnam is bringing European Music Festival back to Vietnam. This year’s festival promises a hearty music party consisting of brilliant musicians from European Countries.

Japanese cuisine to be lectured with demonstrations in Hanoi

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Information from the Japan Foundation Center for Cultural Exchange in Vietnam says lectures and demonstrations on Japanese food are taking place on 17 November 2011 at Fortuna Hotel, 6B Lang Ha, Ba Dinh, Hanoi.

Railway ticket fare expected to rise substantially on 2012 Tet Holiday

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Information from Saigon Railways reveals that ticket fare for crowded trains on 2012 Tet Holiday is projected to rise by 10%, and by 19 to 39 percent on rush periods

Symphony to hit the streets

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In an effort to bring classical music closer to the mass, musicians from Vietnam National Symphony Orchestra are going on a quest to provide 30 free street performances in Hanoi during next two months, in a community music project which has been titled Luala Concert.

New Year Flower Festival 2012 to feature Vietnam Sea and Island

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Besides featuring traditional culture and modern life as usual, the up coming New Year Flower Festival in Ho Chi Minh City focuses on sea and island topic, said the city’s vice chair Hua Ngoc Thuan.

International Jewelry Fair Commences in HCMC this Thursday

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Ho Chi Minh City has been chosen to host the 20th international jewelry exhibition which will take place from November 10-14th at Phu Tho Stadium.

Rock storm to hit Vietnam from North to South

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Rock Storm 2011 – the biggest rock show of the year is going to take place on 12 November 2011, 8 am at My Dinh National Stadium with a scale of more than ten thousands audiences. The enthusiasm, inherited from last years’ shows, is promising a night of burning passion.

Twinkling lantern competition to be held in Hoi An

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Travelers to Hoi An Town (Quang Nam province) on the occasion of Lunar New Year 2012 can also enjoy the most sparkling and tempting festivals in Hoi An - the 4th Hoi An Lantern Competition.

Go! Go! Japan rock night to warm up Hanoi this December

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Go! Go! Japan rock night with participation of renowned Japanese rockers and young Vietnamese rock bands is taking place at Hanoi National Exhibition Centre, 148 Giang Vo street, Hanoi on December 3rd, 2011.

New projects to eliminate termites implemented in Hoi An

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The Cultural Heritage Department at Ministry of Culture, Sport and Tourism reports that 3 billion VND (USD 144,000) from the ministry’s budget will be used to eliminate termites which have been seriously destructing numerous historical constructions in Hoi An in recent years.

Ethnic Customs tells their tales in Son Tay

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Vietnamese Ethnic Customs Festival is expected to take place from 20-30 November 2011at Cultural and Tourist Village of Vietnamese Minorities, Son Tay, Hanoi. The event is opened all day from 8 am till evening and, be free to everyone with the aim of promoting Vietnamese tradition.

German Festival is coming to town (Hanoi)

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On 6 November 2011, from 9 am to 4 pm, German Fest will be held at the Vietnamese-German Centre inside the Hanoi University of Science and Technology (HUST) campus by German Embassy in Hanoi, in association with Goethe Institute, German Exchange Service and German School Abroad

VIETNAM ONLINE THIS WEEK: OCT 31- NOV 6

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Vietnam Online This Week from October 31 to November 6.

Shelter discovered under Sofitel Metropole Hotel Hanoi

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During the process of re-constructing its Bamboo Star Bar (Metropole Hotel Hanoi) in August 2011, the construction team accidentally explored an under-ground tunnel, which was used to be a shelter for the hotel’s customers and staffs during war time in Vietnam.

Oktoberfest to quake Hanoi tomorrow

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A version of the world renowned German traditional beer festival, the third Oktoberfest in Hanoi is taking place at American Club, 19-21 Hai Ba Trung Street, on November 4-5th, 2011.

Vinpearl NhaTrang voted as best resort in Vietnam

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Vinpearl Nha Trang resort has been elected as the best resort in Vietnam in 2011 by the international tourism organization World Travel Awards. This is the third title that this luxurious resort has obtained this year.

New route brings Russians to their favorite winter retreat

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Oren Air (Russia) has just opened a new route from Krasnoyarsk to Cam Ranh (Khanh Hoa) International Airport to take full advantage of the outflow of Russian tourists leaving the frigid winter for some sunshine in tropical Vietnam.

$1 million to restore Ho Dynasty Citadel in Thanh Hoa

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A project on Ho Dynasty Citadel restoration costing VND22 billion ($1 million) has been approved by authorities in the north-central province of Thanh Hoa.

Hope Box brings art to the community

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On Nov 5th 2011, artists of the Hope Box Angels network from Hanoi, Amsterdam and New York will gather at Art Talk Café – 12 Quan Su, for the Grand Finale of their show.

First forest festival is expected to be hold in Dong Nai in 2013

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Information from Dong Nai provincial authority says that the first forest festival is expected to be held in Vietnam in 2013. The event proposal and program have been approved by Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism.

Environmentally Sustainable City awarded to Danang

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Danang has been awarded the title “ASEAN Environmentally Sustainable City” by ASEAN national committee, becoming the only one city in Vietnam honored to be titled this reward.

“One-price flight” with Vietnam Airlines

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Vietnam Airlines has just launched a brand new promotion program named “One-price flight”.

VIETNAM ONLINE THIS WEEK:OCTOBER 24-30

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As usual, today Vietnam Online This week reviews all news in the week of October 24-30 and gives our dear readers suggestions for this weekend. First, let’s come to the news of weather forecast in Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh City.

Get ready for Halloween celebrations in Ho Chi Minh City

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As Halloween is fast coming, a number of events are under way to celebrate the special occasion in Ho Chi Minh City. Party venues vary from theme parks to bars and five star hotels. Find your own place!

A Night of Vietnam in New Delhi

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To congratulate Vietnam on becoming the host of the 28th Asian Advertising Congress (AdAsia) – an annual event of the Asian Federation of Advertising Associations (AFAA), the city of New Delhi has decided to host an artistry performance named “A night of Viet Nam” on November 2nd 2011.

Very First Vertical Run Up in Ho Chi Minh City

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To celebrate the first birthday of Bitexco Financial Tower, the tallest tower in Ho Chi Minh City, the Bitexco Vertical Run Up with participation of more than 500 athletes from all over the world is takinng place on October 30, 2011.

Famous “Nutcracker” in Ho Chi Minh City for the first time

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Ho Chi Minh City Opera House has disclosed that the famous Ballet “Nutcracker” is going to hold in the theater at 8.00pm on Saturday, 12 November 2011, which makes it the first time ever for the city’s audience.

Beautiful new caves discovered in Bac Kan

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Two spacious caves with complexes of grottos inside have been consecutively discovered in the northern mountainous area of Bac Kan province.

Vietnam to spend 61 million dollars to restore Hue royal citadel

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The central province of Thua Thien Hue has approved the largest-ever restoration project of Hue imperial citadel costing $61.4 millions.

A Vietnamese epitome in the International Tea Festival

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Vietnamese and many tea lovers are all looking forward to November when the first international tea festival is held in Thai Nguyen, the tea hometown of Vietnam.

Vietnam Airlines launches new domestic promotion campaign

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Vietnam Airlines has just introduced two new promotions on domestic market named “Family Pack” and “Tourism Pack”. These promotions apply for all passengers purchasing tickets for domestic flights which depart on any day from now until 31 December.

UNESCO World Heritage of Italy at photographic exhibition in Hanoi

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As Italy celebrates the 150th anniversary of reunification, Italian Embassy in Hanoi organizes a special photo exhibition, sponsored by NEM fashion. The expo held from 25 to 28 October at Exhibition House (45 Trang Tien) is expected to bring about a amazing view of the country’s landscapes.

First World Police Music Festival in Hanoi today

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Whoever thinks that police is only good at chasing criminals and protecting lives of citizen may change their minds when they come to the World Police Music Festival, where they can see Polices from Tokyo (Japan), Police of Seoul (Korea), Police of New York (US) Vietnam perform their art talents.

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