Isolated resort attracting tourists during covid-19 pademic

Resorts which nest in the middle of the forest or separate from residential areas attract families, couples on weekends.

Quynh Trang (Hanoi) said she booked a room at a resort in Ba Vi for the weekend of May 28-29 but was full. She contacted some other points in Soc Son, Hoa Binh also received the same answer or they stop to welcome guests to prevent and control Covid-19. Therefore, she had to cancel the trip because she could not find a satisfactory room. 

Ms. Trang said she wants to go with her family to isolated resorts to rest, especially for her children to have an activity space when Hanoi currently stops all fun activities and her children have to stay at home. The resorts she prefers to choose are in or near Hanoi to travel by a car. In addition, these places have private villas, surrounded by many trees, open space, ensuring safety. 

Khanh Quynh, a seller of travel combos, said the demand for weekend vacations among tourists in late May and early June was not too high due to the impact of Covid-19. However, high-class resorts with open space near Hanoi such as Ba Vi, Mai Chau (Hoa Binh), Uong Bi (Quang Ninh) ... are still very interesting. Most of these resorts are full at weekends, partly because they do not serve at full capacity to ensure anti-epidemic distance. On the other hand, the demand of people in Hanoi is still quite large. Therefore, visitors in need should book the service early to avoid the out-of-room situation. 

According to the representative of Meliá Ba Vi Mountain Retreat, in the second half of May, the number of guests booking rooms at the resort tended to increase compared to the time when the epidemic broke out after the holiday April 30 to May 1. Specifically, in the last 2 days of the week, the room capacity at the resort reached more than 60%. Up to now, the resort's occupancy rate in June has reached 50%, even though room rates are higher. The representative said, due to the impact of the Covid-19 epidemic, visitors to the resort are mainly families; Group guests and MICE tours are almost nonexistent. There are many families who book a private villa to stay for the whole week. Customers also tend to book services close to the departure date, so the occupancy rate can reach 60-70% in the following month.

Carpet of hydrangeas on the top of Mau Son Hill

  

Hydrangeas in Mau Son Hill appeared around the beginning of the 20th century, when the French came here to build resorts and plant them around the garden. Since 2011, the locality has replicated this species to create a highlight for the tourist area. 

Flowers are commonly grown in restaurants, hotels, and in front of people's houses for decoration. Mau Son Hydrangea has the dominant blue color. This flower can change color during bloom, depending on the alkalinity of the soil, when blooming, it usually turns blue, turquoise, pink, purple. 

In addition to the blue flowers, there are also blue purple, pink purple and white flowers. Young people often choose costumes corresponding to the color of flowers to take more eye-catching photos. The flower tree is as tall as an adult body, planted in the sloping terrain of the mountainside, from the outside looking like a flower wall. 

Visitors can step in between flower beds, but be careful not to break flowers. Some motels and hotels located in the middle of the pine forest with flower gardens also welcome guests to take photos, charging 10,000 VND/person. 

The campus of Mau Son tourist area covers an area of ​​nearly 15,000 hectares. Most of the hotels and restaurants today are built on the foundation of old French villas. In addition to the flower gardens, visitors can take a walk to visit some surviving villas and castles containing wine cellars at the resort. 

Besides, the Dao Khuoi Level, Khuoi Tang, Long Dau streams, and Mau Son ancient spiritual land are some famous destinations that attract tourists during this trip to the northern cloudy country. If you have time to linger here, from about 4 pm, visitors have the opportunity to watch the romantic scene of the hydrangea garden in the sunset. 

The motels, hotels in the tourist area welcome overnight guests for 250,000 - 350,000 VND room. The road to Mau Son tourist area often appears cloudy even in the middle of the day, if lucky, visitors can also admire the sea of ​​​​clouds. In the summer, the more the afternoon the temperature on the mountain drops below 25 degrees Celsius, visitors should prepare appropriate clothes.

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Mỗi tháng 5 đến tháng 6 là lúc vùng núi Mẫu Sơn (địa phận huyện Lộc Bình) được điểm tô bởi sắc hoa cẩm tú cầu, tập trung chủ yếu tại khuôn viên khu du lịch nơi đây, nằm ở độ cao hơn 1.000 m. Tác giả bộ ảnh, anh Hoàng Lăng Huy (Lạng Sơn), cho biết vườn hoa chính thức đón khách tham quan khoảng hai năm nay.

Hoa cẩm tú cầu ở Mẫu Sơn xuất hiện khoảng đầu thế kỷ 20, khi người Pháp đến đây xây dựng khu nghỉ dưỡng và trồng quanh vườn. Từ năm 2011, địa phương nhân rộng loài cây này để tạo điểm nhấn cho khu du lịch. Hoa được trồng phổ biến ở các nhà hàng, khách sạn, trước cửa nhà dân để trang trí.

Cẩm tú cầu Mẫu Sơn có màu xanh chủ đạo. Loài hoa này có thể đổi màu trong quá trình nở, phụ thuộc vào độ kiềm của đất, khi nở bung thường mang màu xanh dương, xanh ngọc, hồng, tím.

Ngoài màu xanh lam hoa nơi đây còn có xanh tím, tím hồng và trắng. Các bạn trẻ thường chọn trang phục tương ứng với sắc hoa để chụp lên ảnh bắt mắt hơn.

Cây hoa cao ngang thân người lớn, được trồng theo địa hình dốc của sườn núi, từ ngoài nhìn vào như bức tường hoa. Du khách có thể bước vào giữa các luống cây, nhưng cần nhẹ nhàng tránh làm gãy rụng bông.

Một số nhà nghỉ, khách sạn nằm giữa rừng thông có vườn hoa cũng chào đón khách đến chụp ảnh, thu phí 10.000 đồng/người.

Khuôn viên khu du lịch Mẫu Sơn rộng gần 15.000 ha. Những khách sạn, nhà hàng hiện nay đa phần được xây trên nền móng của biệt thự Pháp cũ. Ngoài các vườn hoa, du khách có thể đi dạo tham quan một số ngôi biệt thự sót lại, lâu đài chứa hầm rượu vang tại khu du lịch. Bên cạnh đó, bản người Dao Khuổi Cấp, Khuổi Tẳng, suối Long Đầu, linh địa cổ Mẫu Sơn là một số điểm đến nổi tiếng thu hút du khách trong chuyến xứ sở mây mù miền Bắc này.

Nếu có thời gian nán lại nơi đây, từ khoảng 16h, du khách có cơ hội ngắm nhìn khung cảnh lãng mạn của vườn hoa cẩm tú cầu trong hoàng hôn. Các nhà nghỉ, khách sạn trong khu du lịch đón khách qua đêm với giá 250.000 - 350.000 đồng phòng.

Đường lên khu du lịch Mẫu Sơn thường xuất hiện mây mù kể cả giữa ban ngày, nếu may mắn du khách còn được chiêm ngưỡng biển mây. Mùa hè, càng về chiều nhiệt độ trên núi giảm dưới 25 độ C, du khách cần chú ý chuẩn bị trang phục phù hợp.

Country Painting Ta Pa

 If you visit Ta Pa, An Giang at the end of November, you will see the fields of ripe yellow and green fields look like a picture of nature in the early sunlight. 

Ta Pa field (Tri Ton district) is one of the most famous tourist attractions in An Giang. This destination attracts tourists all year round, especially the ripe rice season in August and November every year. 

The main road that divides Ta Pa fields looks like a stretch of "silk" when you view from above, leading to the end point is Soai Check lake. On the right side of the road is Ta Pa hill, on the opposite side is Co To mountain, the second largest mountain in the Bay Nui region. This place belongs to That Son region - seven mountains in the Southwest Delta, in the territory of two districts of Tri Ton and Tinh Bien. 

The mosaic painting of Ta Pa includes the green and yellow color of the rice gradually changing color and the fields being plowed. The clumps of trees stretch out in the morning sunlight on the field. 

The dirt road winding around the fields creates its own beauty in the rice fields in An Giang. a Pa is in the most beautiful season of the year, when the rice fields are ripe. In the early morning, if you drive leisurely on a small road, through the fields to take photos or fly a drone, you will capture a beautiful scene like in a Country Painting.

The fields stretch to the foot of Co To mountain, which is less than 1 km from the center of Tri Ton town, bringing a wild beauty in contrast to the surrounding street scene. The mountain next to the field also has Ta Pa pagoda, one of the popular attractions of tourists.

The Khmer Buddhist temple is set amidst a peaceful setting, offering sweeping views of the fields below. A corner of Ta Pa field seen from the corridor in the temple. An Giang is also known as the land of palm trees in Vietnam.

Land of "Yellow Flowers on Grass"

Phu Yen Island

There is a special place in Phu Yen, known as "yellow flowers on green grass" where you can make a way to walk from the mainland to the islet, experiencing the walking path across the ocean to the island.

 Walking on the floating path in the middle of the sea, you feel an extremely interesting experience. Nhat Tu Son Island is a beautiful one of Phu Yen, suitable for wild experiences combined with relaxation. 

Nhat Tu Son Island is located in Xuan Dai Bay, about 300m from the mainland, in Xuan Thanh Ward, Song Cau Town, Phu Yen Province. With the shape of the word "most" in Chinese characters, it looks like a character drawn by nature in the middle of the blue sea, so the island has a special name: Nhat Tu Son. 

The island is covered with trees, mostly rosewood and vines that grow on the island. With a total island area of ​​about 6 hectares, this is an ideal habitat for birds and animals in the Xuan Dai Bay ecosystem. 

During Tet holidays, the peak tourist season, the number of tourists coming to explore and visit Nhat Tu Son island is very crowded. Coming to the land of 'yellow flowers on green grass', do you want to step on the magical sea-crossing path? 

Going around the island, you will encounter rocks of all shapes and sizes, many unique and strange shapes. Some small caves go deep into the heart of the island such as Am Phu Cave, Bat Cave, Buddha Cave... you can light a torch or use a flashlight to explore like a  movie about Hollywood adventure. 

The walking path through the sea, connecting the island and the mainland. On low tide days, from Nhat Tu Son island, a white sand road connects to the mainland, about 300m long. Xuan Dai Bay is surrounded by mountains, so when the waves rush in and bounce back, the two waves meet to create the phenomenon of double waves. 

Over time, sand dunes form, low tide can walk across the sea. According to the experience of local people in this area, to calculate the low tide showing the walking path across the island, you must rely on the lunar calendar: From the beginning of the month to the full moon day (lunar calendar) you should go in the afternoon, about 13:00 to 16:00. From the 16th to the end of the lunar month, you should go early in the morning to midday, around 5am to 9am. 

At this time, the road appears below sea level, visitors can walk easily, if it is shallower, you can ride a bicycle across the island. 

Terraced Fields

 

Bat Xat District 

Terraced fields in the pouring water season are the "tourist specialties" of the northern mountainous region during May-June. The mountainous border district of Bat Xat, including Bat Xat town and 20 communes in the northwest of Lao Cai. In which, Y Ty commune is in the west of the district, with an altitude of over 2,000 meters and leans against Nhiu Co San mountain range. 

The watering season in Bat Xat district lasts from May to June every year. In addition to watching the scenery, you can experience the rhythm of ethnic life in Bat Xat. This highland district is home to ethnic groups such as H'Mong, Dao, Giay or Ha Nhi. 

Lake Hoa Binh

Hoa Binh Lake 

Hoa Binh Lake came in shape after damming the Da River to build Hoa Binh hydropower plant. This is one of the largest artificial reservoirs in Vietnam, with a length of 230 km, extending from Hoa Binh to Son La. 

The volume of the lake is about 9.45 billion m3. The lake's clear blue water nests in the middle of high rocky mountains, with diverse and rich vegetation, many large and small islands, which look like Ha Long Bay on land. 

However, Hoa Binh Lake still has a distinct beauty, attracting tourists because the landscape still retains its wild features. Along the lake, there are many villages and hamlets of the Muong, Tay, Thai, and Dao people, with traditional old stilt houses and cultural practices full of national identities. 

A special thing here, you do not only enjoy the majestic and poetic beauty of nature, but also experience the model of community tourism developing livelihoods for ethnic minorities with many villages. at the lakeside. 

Sticky rice on stilts, the sound of gongs, Xoe dances, cuisine or traditional agricultural production methods of ethnic minorities create a special attraction for tourists in Hoa Binh Lake.

Cave '99 mountains and 99 lakes' between the Northwest forest

Tien Son Cave is one of the intact rock caves of the Northwest, with beautiful stalactites. On the road from Sapa to Lai Chau city, you have the opportunity to pass by Tien Son Cave. 

Tien Son Cave is attached with the legend of 99 mountains and 99 lakes of Lai Chau people. According to the legend, 99 mountains are the symbol of 99 healthy boys, and 99 lakes are 99 industrious and beautiful girls. 

Mountains and lakes form a belt enclosing a rich land, which is Tien Son cave. On the ceiling of the cave, there are many drooping stalactites, forming strange shapes. The cave consists of 49 consecutive arcs running through two mountain slopes.

Mu Cang Chai: A Promising 'Northwest tourist paradise'

Many small towns nest silently in the midst of nature, suddenly one day transforming into a tourist city with overwhelming density of buildings. The original cultural identities are gradually lost by the impact of the market. 

The conflict between the preservation of natural landscapes, traditional cultural values ​​and the stormy development of the economy is always a lesson for any region. Perhaps because of foreseeing these things, at the end of March 2021, Mu Cang Chai district organized a workshop on tourism development directions for the home district. 

The Secretary of the Mu Cang Chai District Party Committee, Mr. Nong Viet Yen and the Chairman of the District People's Committee, Mr. Le Trong Khang showed us the "Project to build Mu Cang Chai district into a tourist district in the period of 2021 - 2015 and orientations to 2030 "and emphasize: This is the determination of the cadres and people of the whole district, to clearly see the potential of Mu Cang Chai for development. 

This potential is not only seen by the people of Mu Cang Chai or Yen Bai, but also for domestic and foreign tourists to come to us, to invest together, to develop together, for everyone to enjoy the natural beauty and the distinct culture of this land. 

Following Highway 32 from Yen Bai city, to Nghia Lo, through Van Chan, arriving at the eastern gate of Mu Cang Chai, upon reaching Khau Pha pass, visitors are stunned with the immense terraced valley below. blue sky, cloudy and sunny. 

The majestic beauty of these terraced hills has been recognized by the Prime Minister as a special National-level monument with nearly 900 hectares of fields.

A Pure White Sand Dune

 

A Pure White Sand Dune in Binh Thuan Province

A pure white sand hill like a snow valley, where the rest is red, all changes colors during the day. Bau Trang (Hoa Thang Commune, Bac Binh District), far from Phan Thiet City is about 5km, offers a beautiful sight.

The two lanes of provincial roads passing through here are like snow-covered roads with characteristic sand. The sand dunes in Bau Trang are blown in by the sea breeze, forming soft curves, with gentle slopes. Visitors can walk along the sand dunes to admire and take selfies.

Because it is located in the most remote area of ​​Binh Thuan Province, bordering Ninh Thuan, Bau Trang used to attract tourists who go by motorbike or private car. In 2018, the yellow beverage selling car on the roadside attracted many young people to check-in. 

In the local language, "Bau" means lake. This place used to be a large lake pouring into the sea. Later, the lake was buried by sand to make roads, the remaining water area includes two small lakes: Bau Ong and Bau Ba. 

In the summer, Bau Ba has lotus flowers, guns in full bloom, surrounded by high casuarina trees, a striking sight in the middle of the white desert. In addition, visitors to Bau Trang can also experience a number of recreational activities such as motorboat ride, stand-up paddle boarding (SUP) or kayak, fishing, and picnic camping. 

Hoi An nesting in the heart of Ho Chi Minh City

 

Hoi An Simulation

In recent days, young people are thrilled with the beautiful virtual paradise of Hoi An ancient town in the heart of the city, or enjoy playing with pure white sand and feeling like being immersed on the beach. 

A simulation of Hoi An at the heart of Ho Chi Minh City makes young people extremely excited  It is a very unique virtual living paradise in Tuong cafe (District 10, Ho Chi Minh City). Just passing through the small alley in front of the cafe, you will see an ancient town of Hoi An as if it is standing in front of its very vivid 3D mural painting style. 

A space has attracted the attraction of so many young people when passing by, with the characteristic golden colour of old town houses, adorned by colorful confetti. On the porch a few birds are parked, the legendary bicycle against the wall

"As a child in the Central region, I am extremely proud of Hoi An ancient town. Today I accidentally saw this extremely unique reproduction space, I will definitely bring my friends here to take some pictures ”, Nguyen Thi Huyen, a student at the University of Education of Ho Chi Minh City, is extremely interested in the 3D mural painting, simulating a small corner of Hoi An in the heart of the city. 

Bai Tu Long Bay

Bai Tu Long Bay

Endowed with a peaceful and unique beauty, Bai Tu Long Bay is creating an interesting attraction for tourists who fall in love with the sea when coming to Quang Ninh. Bai Tu Long Bay possesses enchanting beauty. 

The bay has more than 600 islands, large and small, of which the outstanding is Bai Tu Long National Park, with 3 main island clusters: Ba Mun, Tra Ngo and Dau. 

When coming to Bai Tu Long, you learn about the lives of residents on the island, through fishing villages, aquaculture, along with experiences as a fisherman full of interesting. In addition to the values ​​bestowed by nature, Bai Tu Long Bay is also associated with the history of the Vietnamese people, with the famous Van Don commercial port relic and many historical relics such as the Mac Dynasty (on Ngoc Vung island), Quan Lan communal house; 100-room pagoda (Thang Loi island commune, Van Don district).

Today, the monuments and festivals associated with the above relics are an attractive destination, attracting a lot of visitors. 

Bai Tu Long's Legend

Bai Tu Long is also associated with interesting legends that local people always tell visitors when they first come here. The formation of Bai Tu Long Bay reflects the nation's process of building and defending the country for thousands of years. 

Back to the ancient years, the people of the newly established Vietnamese the country was invaded by foreign invaders. Knowing the situation, the King of Heaven then sent the Mother Dragon to bring a herd of baby Dragons down to earth with the aim of helping and assisting the Vietnamese to fight the enemy.

Dragons sprayed countless pearls and immediately turned into thousands of islands, large and small in the sea, preventing enemy boats from entering the land from the sea. Those islands look like solid walls blocking the enemy's advance. The enemy boat was rushing fast but was blocked by the islands, so it was submerged. The enemy was defeated, the Mother Dragon and her children did not fly back to heaven but stayed on earth. 

The position of the Mother Dragon that first set foot on this day was Ha Long, and the Young Dragon was the position of Bai Tu Long today. One day in the early summer, if you have the opportunity window, let go to Bai Tu Long Bay to admire the landscape of rocky mountains and enchanting sea and sky.

The Beauty of Reed Area, River Dam

 

The wetland area near Tam Ky city possesses a wild landscape dotted with canoes of the local people. Tam Ky has a natural area of ​​about 180 hectares, offering the blending beauty of many species of plants such as reeds, sedge and lotus. 

Dam River gentle flow between the banks of reeds and sedge. According to historical documents, Bai Say - Song Dam relic and Ky Anh tunnels were the revolutionary bases of the eastern Tam Ky area during the war years. 

The terrain here is mostly reeds overgrown with a water level of about 1.6 m, so during the war, only those who are proficient in the terrain could sail the boats along the small entrances inside a reed area.

In daily activities, the people here go to catch snails from 1:30 to 6am. Also, they also have an additional income from fishing, duck farming, and growing lotus. 

Recently, fishermen established a 12-member rowing cooperative group, serving tourists who want to participate in fishing experiences, remove nets on rivers and visit fishing villages.

 

 

 

 

 

 

Hoi An Bustling At Weekend

 

On the weekends from early March, tourists visited Hoi An, and many old streets were filled with people. On weekends, from 14 am to 9 pm on many old streets, visitors follow each other. Every day, the old town attracts more than 1,000 visitors, up to 3 times compared to normal days.

Hundreds of tourists walk on Tran Phu Street. Visitors to Hoi An are mainly domestic, most of which come from neighbouring provinces and cities.

Tourists cycling on Le Loi Street in the old quarter area walk and bicycles, motor vehicles are prohibited. There are many car rental points from 30,000 VND / day, and some hotels also prepare cars for guests to visit.

At night, a series of boats and rafts on the Hoa River light up lanterns, attracting many tourists to enjoy the old town. "After many months of lying on the shore, I have to remodel to serve guests. Every weekend I carry a few passengers and earn more than 200 thousand VND", Mr Hung said and wished for more tourists to come to Hoi An.

Ma Pi Leng Pass

If you stand on Ma Pi Leng Pass, you see Tu San valley and Nho Que river.

The pass is located at an altitude of 1,200 m, which backpackers evaluate as one of the four great mountain passes of the northern mountainous region of Vietnam.

The Beauty of Reed Swamp in Rivev Dam

 

 

The wetland area near Tam Ky city possesses a wild landscape dotted with canoes of the fishermen or local people. Reed swamp in Song Dam area is located in Tam Thang commune. Tam Ky has a natural area of ​​about 180 hectares, offering the blending beauty of many species of plants such as reeds, sedge, and lotus.

Dam River gently flows between the banks of reeds and sedge. According to historical documents, Bai Say - Song Dam relic and Ky Anh tunnels were the revolutionary bases in the eastern Tam Ky area during the war years.

The terrain here is mostly reeded overgrown with a water level of about 1.6 m. During the war, only those proficient in the topography of this terrain could use the piles to fight against the small entrances inside the reed area.

On a rainy day in the swamp, the people here go to catch snails from 1:30 to 6 am. Also, they have an additional income from fishing, duck farming, and growing lotus. That is all about the rural life here. 

Vietnam Stays At The Top Spot for Asian Spring Flower Viewing

Vietnam is proud of Hanoi and Dalat, which are two destinations in the list of 14 most beautiful spring flowers in Asia. 

Nhat Tan Peach Village, Tay Ho District, Hanoi is a favorite place to take photos in spring time, because this is a famous peach growing place. Nhat Tan village is located in the northwestern part of the city, with peach trees in full bloom. 

With a beautiful spring scene and the cold weather, a visit to this place is an enjoyable ride, enabling visitors to escape the hustle and bustle of the city. 

Mossy Season in Ly Son Island

 

 Mossy Season

From the end of December to April, the rocky beaches of Ly Son Island are covered with green moss hidden in the waves. This season, along the embankments on Ly Son Island, the rocks near the shore are covered with green moss. 

 

In the morning, the color of moss blends into the morning mist, the boats in the distance are flickering. Waves fluttered along the coral reef with sparsely grown moss. A coral reef is covered by dense moss. 

Green moss turns yellow on rocks in the early sunlight, next to it is the basket boat of fishermen near the shore. In addition to moss, visitors also take pictures with seaweed species washed ashore Ly Son. Ly Son Island is about 30 minutes from mainland Quang Ngai province by motor boat, inherits unique geological and cultural heritages. 

 

Over the years, the island has attracted domestic and international tourists. Every New Year and New Year's Day, visitors come around up to thousands of people per day. This year, due to the Covid-19 translation, the number of visitors decreased. From the 28th to the 6th of the new year, the total number of tourists was just over 2,000.

Sand Dune Phan Rang

Sand Dune Phan Rang

Outdoor photo exhibition "Dalat Rendezvous" has been held on March 25 - May 9, organized and curated by photographers Phan Quang and Ly Hoang Long. This photo exhibition has 47 photos of 5 authors: Ngo Trung Dung, Tran Bao Hoa, Nguyen Van Thuong, Pham Huy Trung and Dong Lam Thanh Tung.

The immense sand slopes in Phan Rang become works of Pham Huy Trung. He also recorded the beauty of trees every summer in Hoi An until the pink roses bloom when spring comes along the lake in Bao Loc, Lam Dong.

Long Bien Bridge

 

Photo Exhibition "Dalat Rendezvous"

Outdoor photo exhibition "Dalat Rendezvous" has been held on March 25 - May 9, organized and curated by photographers Phan Quang and Ly Hoang Long. This photo exhibition has 47 photos of 5 authors: Ngo Trung Dung, Tran Bao Hoa, Nguyen Van Thuong, Pham Huy Trung and Dong Lam Thanh Tung. 

Author Ngo Trung Dung (Hanoi) brings to the exhibition with the photo series "Long Bien Bridge". Mr. Dung is a financial accountant who loves composing photos of Long Bien Bridge. 

The pace of life is slow in the rainy night that stops all activities at Long Bien Bridge. “Long Bien Iron Bridge was completed in 1902, now is over 100 years old. The bridge is still not a relic but still alive, immersing in the rhythm of Hanoi. 

Hang En Waterfall

 

 Hang En Waterfall

Hang En, 54 m tall, is considered the highest, most beautiful and most mighty waterfall in the Central Highlands. During the dry season, it is 20-30 m wide. Its spray creates plenty of rainbows.