Vietnam Tourism News
Mon appointed group spa director with Fusion in Vietnam
Vietnam’s all-spa-inclusive hospitality brand, Fusion, has appointed Aye Mon to the newly created tole of group spa director. Mon has taken on the role and will oversee Fusion’s wellness concept as well as help lead their expansion throughout the country.
TUI Blue Nam Hoi An sees brand expand in Vietnam
With the TUI Blue Nam Hoi An hotel, TUI Group’s flagship hotel brand will make its debut in Vietnam in March next year. The brand is set to become the world’s largest leisure hotel brand and increase its portfolio to more than 100 hotels by 2020.
New spa facilities unveiled at Azerai La Residence, Hue
The redesign features a sophisticated minimalist aesthetic, with neutral colour tones and art deco flourishes, and was completed by the French-Canadian architect Pascal Trahan, who also designed the tropical bungalows at Azerai Resort Can Tho.
Swiss-Belhotel International seeks Vietnam expansion
Swiss-Belhotel International has revealed plans for a major expansion of its hotel collection in Vietnam. At present, the group operates one hotel in Vietnam, Swiss-Belresort Tuyen Lam, an upscale retreat in the country’s Central Highlands, not far from Da Lat.
Vietjet launches two new Japan connections
Vietjet has launched two new routes connecting Vietnam and Japan. The news was revealed during a state visit to Japan by Vietnamese prime minister, Nguyen Xuan Phuc, as part of the G20 summit.
Nakheel chairman Lootah greets Vietnamese delegation in Dubai
Dang Thi Ngoc Thinh, vice president of Vietnam, and Ali Rashid Lootah, chairman of Nakheel, have held talks to explore a long-term collaboration for real estate development.
Vinpearl Luxury Landmark 81 opens in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam
Vinpearl Luxury Landmark 81 in Ho Chi Minh City has begun operations in Vietnam. Located in the new central business district, the property is the tallest hotel in south-east Asia, and 14th tallest in the world.
Lipkin to lead Alba Wellness Valley by Fusion
Hylton Lipkin has taken over as general manager of Alba Wellness Valley by Fusion, a natural hot springs resort and hotel on the outskirts of Vietnam’s imperial capital, Hue.
Meliá Ho Tram Beach Resort to open next month
Meliá Ho Tram Beach Resort, a 152-room and 61-villa five-star property poised on a beach within easy reach of Ho Chi Minh City, will celebrate its grand opening in April.
Wildemann appointed vice president of operations at Fusion
After more than three decades in the hospitality industry, including 20 years managing hotels in Thailand, Samir Wildemann has moved east to Vietnam where he’s joined the Fusion hospitality group as vice president of operations.
Vietnam Airlines expands Sabre partnership as Trump touches down in Hanoi
The deal describes Vietnam Airlines’ intention to significantly expand their existing strategic relationship with Sabre, with a potential value of over US$300 million.
Azerai La Residence opens in Hue, Vietnam
An historic 122-room boutique hotel on the south bank of the fabled Perfume River in the one-time imperial capital of Vietnam has officially opened.