Vietnamese striker Nguyễn Công Phượng. — Photo cafef.vnViet Nam News HÀ NỘI — Vietnamese striker Nguyễn Công Phượng was named ‘Player of the Day’ by Fox Sports Asia following his outstanding performance at the AFC Asian Cup 2019 on Tuesday. The website said although Việt Nam did not win, Phượng held up the ball and passed it well in the final third and contributed to Việt Nam’s second goal, which he scored. Phượng was also willing to get into physical duels against the much bigger Iraqi players and his physicality forced mistakes in their defence. — VNS … [Read more...] about Phượng named ‘Player of the Day’ by Fox Sports Asia
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Vietnam hotel among most ‘striking additions’ in Asia: CNN
By Ngoc Dinh  January 9, 2019 | 02:04 pm GMT+7 A paranomic view of a beach in Quy Nhon. Photo acquired by VnExpress CNN has listed a hotel in central Vietnam in its list of most impressive new accommodation options in Asia. The hotel is third on the list of the most "striking additions to the hotel landscape" in Asia this year. Located in Quy Nhon City, capital of the south central province of Binh Dinh, Anantara Quy Nhon has 26 beachfront bedroom villas in a lush tropical surrounding. The hotel offers private pools, butler services and high-quality cuisine experience. Anantara Quy Nhon Villas is surrounded by mountain on three sides and overlooking the Bay of Quy Nhon. Other hotels in the list include The Capitol Kempinski Hotel Singapore, Six Senses Krabey Island, Cambodia and Waldorf Astoria Bangkok. Quy Nhon might not be the most famous tourism draw in Vietnam, but the coastal city boasts pristine beaches with old temples dating back 800 years, CNN … [Read more...] about Vietnam hotel among most ‘striking additions’ in Asia: CNN
Vietnam among Southeast Asia’s most exciting lineup of new experiences for travelers in 2019
The Hanoitimes - From specialized Small Group Tours to bespoke Fully Tailored Journeys, InsideAsia Tours` 2019 offerings provide a variety of ways to discover each destination. Vietnam has been named among most exciting lineup of new experiences in Southeast Asia for travelers in 2019, according to a list released by Luxury Travel Magazine, one of the world’s leading luxury travel websites. "The back of the dinosaurus" Ta Xua, Bac Yen district, Son La province. Photo: Tuyet Nhung “InsideAsia Tours' new Gastronomic Trails of Vietnam explores the traditional and contemporary gastronomic landscape of the historic nation. The 13-night culinary adventure uncovers the secrets, flavors, and origins of street delicacies, as well as the evolution of the fine dining scene, and everything in between,” Luxury Travel Magazine wrote. Luxury Travel Magazine advises travelers that itinerary highlights include exploring Hanoi and Hue with a local street food blogger, … [Read more...] about Vietnam among Southeast Asia’s most exciting lineup of new experiences for travelers in 2019
Vietnamese resort among Asia’s most exciting new hotels
The Hanoitimes - Home to more than half the world`s population, the Asia-Pacific region is responsible for 37% of global international tourism spending and nearly a quarter of global arrivals, that also means that there`s a seemingly insatiable appetite for new places to stay. Anantara Quy Nhon Villas in Vietnam has been ranked third among 16 of the most striking recent additions to Asia’s hotel landscape to enjoy in 2019, according to a list released by CNN, a US television channel. Vietnamese resort among Asia’s most exciting new hotels. According to CNN, Quy Nhon may not be a familiar name to many travelers, but this coastal city in southern Vietnam is made up of largely untouched beaches and 800-year-old temples. Anantara Quy Nhon Villas features just 26 one and two-bedroom villas that face the ocean, all set in seven hectares of lush tropical gardens. Private lap pools, in-room butler services and a personal wine cellar filled with vintages and gourmet … [Read more...] about Vietnamese resort among Asia’s most exciting new hotels
Japan rebounds, Asia jumps on US data as trade talks begin
Annabelle Liang, Associated Press Updated 7:43 pm PST, Sunday, January 6, 2019 A woman walks by an electronic stock board of a securities firm in Tokyo, Monday, Jan. 7, 2019. Asian markets were broadly higher on Monday after strong U.S. jobs data lifted indexes on Wall Street. All eyes are on trade talks in Beijing, where American and Chinese officials are trying to resolve a trade dispute that has dampened the outlook of businesses and the global economy. less A woman walks by an electronic stock board of a securities firm in Tokyo, Monday, Jan. 7, 2019. Asian markets were broadly higher on Monday after strong U.S. jobs data lifted indexes on Wall Street. All eyes ... more Photo: Koji Sasahara, AP Photo: Koji Sasahara, AP Image 1 of / 4 Caption Close Image 1 of 4 A woman walks … [Read more...] about Japan rebounds, Asia jumps on US data as trade talks begin