Thursday, February 23, 2023

A Bikini-Wearing Girl Washing a Car

 



On February 22, the social network spread the clip for nearly 30 seconds to record the scene of a bikini-wearing girl washing cars at a vehicle-washing shop on Binh Gia Street, Rach Dua Ward, Vung Tau City. After the clip was posted, the local government came to the spot to verify.

In the video, there were two men in the scene with one of them guiding the girl the way to pose. They took a lot of photos. 

At a working session with the local government, the owner of the shop confirmed that the scene took place at his shop. He said there was a group of clients coming to his shop. After cleaning their car, they asked him to take photos of a girl wearing a bikini washing a car.

The article didn't say whether the girl is a worker at the shop or not. 

Wednesday, January 25, 2023

Tet in Ninh Binh Province under the View of a Foreigner

 



In this Tet, Dave and his family chose Ninh Binh as the destination for the early spring trip of the Year of Rabbit and shared more about Vietnam tourism on the social platform. 

Having been in Vietnam for 4 years and enjoying 3 Tet's in Vietnam, every year Dave (28 years old, British, an English teacher) and his family took a spring trip to different places, with various cultures, just to relax after hard working days. This year, one of the places is Ninh Binh Province.

Departing on the 2nd day of Tet, Dave went to famous places of the ancient capital: Thung Nham, Trang An and Tam Coc - Bich Dong.

According to Dave, Ninh Binh offers a harmonious combination of rivers and mountains creating a beautiful landscape. It provides a destination that tourists can visit in just one day or spend many days fully feeling the beauty of ancient, quiet, charming and lively environments.

This is not the first time Dave has come to Ninh Binh because this place has everything a tourist needs: beautiful scenery, majestic mountains and rivers.

But explaining more about the reason for choosing Ninh Binh for the first trip in 2023, Dave shared: "People are familiar with foreign visitors. Many can speak English, making travel convenient. It is more beneficial, especially for foreigners like me. The atmosphere of spring travel of Vietnamese people is also bustling and crowded than in previous years."

According to Dave, the Tam Coc - Bich Dong area was the most interesting on the last trip because he could easily find local restaurants serving Western food. If foreign tourists want to experience local specialities and enjoy Western dishes, the restaurants in Tam Coc are always ready to serve. Dave and his family love the deliciously cooked Mexican food at Rico Taco Mex Bar & Grill.

To avoid boredom from eating a lot of New Year's food, Dave chose Ninh Binh goat meat with various dishes such as rare lemon, stewed rice husk, rolled fish fat, and burnt goat meat... "Dishes from goats are prepared by the chef. Ninh Binh is skillfully processed; goat meat no longer has a bad taste but is very soft. Every dish I ate, I liked, "said Dave.

One thing Dave doesn't like about Tam Coc is that there is still a situation where locals raise high prices for foreign tourists and cling to them to force them to use their services and buy their products.

"Sometimes this can ruin a trip. I believe that besides the natural beauty, hospitality, attitude and interaction with local people are also very important. For tourists, These things have a lot of impact on visitors' feelings, deciding whether they want to return to that place or not," he said.

Because he has a Vietnamese wife, Dave has his wife share details about Tet culture, and his wife has been a guide during the past Tet seasons.

"After 3 years of celebrating Tet, I am very familiar with Tet, but I think I still want to understand Tet better, about the traditions that Vietnamese people often do with Tet holiday," said Dave. He suggested that tourist localities organize programs to help foreign tourists better understand Tet, such as why giving children lucky money, the custom of square cake (Banh Chung) and glutinous rice pie (Banh Day), why using kumquat trees instead of orange trees, etc. It will attract the curiosity of international tourists.

"If they are single travellers, they may not be able to experience and understand Tet to the fullest the way I experience it, thanks to the explanation of my family," he added.

For Dave, Vietnam is one of the ideal destinations because tourists have a lot of choices in different aspects. Vietnam has many options for travel from luxury to budget, fast or slow travel, relaxation or exploration, and drinking with friends or lovers.

He also hopes there will be more advantages in policies, transportation, and services... Tourism will develop more. This year, Dave had difficulty obtaining a visa for his mother to come to Vietnam for Tet due to a more complicated licensing process.

In addition, Dave hopes that the issue of maintaining hygiene, the environmental landscape at tourist destinations and the way local people do temporary tourism like in Tam Coc needs to be improved to create a good impression in the eyes. International travelers.


Friday, January 13, 2023

Vietnam Is One of the Destinations of Gastronomy in Asia

 


Asia is the largest continent in the world, where the diverse cultures of each region converge. This continent has a rich natural landscape with unique customs and culinary culture.

So, if you are a travel enthusiast planning a trip abroad in 2023, Asia is the ideal choice with full of miracles waiting ahead.

According to Travel & Leisure, in recent years, Asia has become more and more known and has become one of the favorite destinations of tourists where Vietnam is considered as the country with the most attractive cuisine. In addition to beautiful natural landscapes, valuable historical and cultural relics, Vietnam also has a unique, attractive and delicious cuisine.

"If there is a culinary culture that has dishes with an irresistibly delicious taste, it is definitely Vietnamese cuisine" - the famous travel magazine Travel & Leisure did not regret the praise.


Monday, January 2, 2023

The Beauty of Vietnam through Images on National Geographic Magazine

A Bicycle in the Middle of a Rice Field

Photographer Tran Tuan Viet took photos in all parts of the country. This album was published in 2022, and some were featured in National Geographic magazine.

The May 2022 photo above was selected by the editors at NatGeo Magazine. In the photo is a farmer cycling past a tree growing in the field, on the outskirts of Hanoi.

 

Wednesday, November 23, 2022

The Picturesque Hundred-Year-Old Pine Road in Gia Lai

 

One-Hundred-Year-Old Pine Road. Credit: Bui Van Hai

Two rows of ancient pine trees on the road near Bien Ho, Pleiku, Gia Lai become an indispensable destination for tourists to visit in the mountain town.

Nested in the romantic Bien Ho tea area, about 10 km from the centre of Pleiku is the road under the hundred-year-old pine tree that is loved by young people. Many people call this place "Korean road" (due to the resemblance to scenes in Korean romantic movies). On the north bank of Bien Ho (T'Nung Lake), Bien Ho tea is taken after name of the immense tea hill.


Monday, November 21, 2022

The Winning Piece of Work in the 2022 Nature Photo Contest

 

Credit: TNC Photo Contest 2022

TNC Photo Contest 2022

The Nature Conservancy (TNC) announced excellent works in each category in the 2022 TNC Photo Contest.

This photo above describes a baby Vervet monkey desperately clutching its mother's carcass that is under the teeth of a leopard. The piece won the award voted by Guest Judge Ami Vitale. The work was taken by photographer Shafeeq Mulla in South Luangwa National Park in Zambia.

Thursday, August 25, 2022

Why Is the Apple Logo a Piece-Bitten Apple?

Why Is the Apple Logo a Piece-Bitten Apple? 


Few people really know why the most well-known Apple Computer Company has the logo with a piece-bitten apple. The number of people who understands the meaning of the logo is not much. It’s a heartbreaking story behind the one-of-a-kind logo that has moved millions of netizens once the plot has been posted on social media. 


The Apple logo originated during World War II. Some countries in the allies emitted a top-secret ULTRA code and spent a lot of time identifying the top-notch code of a German cypher machine. A young man at Cambridge University, Alan Mathison Turing, is considered the world’s first computer, deciphered the secret code that Germany was proud of being impenetrable. The German boasted of mastering the secret German submarine forces completely. With his talent in computing, Alan Turing contributed to the destruction of the German navy, the first German defeat, and part of the falling of the German Government. 


As a pioneering computer scientist, Turing worked as a mid-20th century British mathematician, logician, and cryptanalyst. During World War II, he worked at England’s Government Code and Cypher School at Bletchley Park. Along with his team of scientists and linguists, he succeeded in cracking the “Enigma code” the Nazi command to conduct hidden communication operations. 


Thanks to Turing and his colleagues, the war was reduced by at least two years, leading to roughly 17 million lives being saved. UK Prime Minister Winston Churchill singled out him as a hero whose contribution is part to the Germans’ defeat.     


After World War II, Turing returned to the university to keep on his normal life, a secret gay life. Homosexuality was seen as a then felony in the UK. In 1954, he was caught in the scene, having sex with a 19-year-old man, Post. The then British government gave him two choices: either going to jail or undergoing estrogen injections in the lab. At that time, estrogen injections were considered a kind of “chemical castration” to eliminate sex drive.


On June 8, 1954, Turing was 42 years old, a peak period of creativeness. One morning, a housekeeper came into his bedroom and found the desk lamp was still on and an apple with a half bite on a nightstand. Everything seemed to be normal, but his forever sleeping in a bed.  


After an autopsy, the toxicity of cyanide was found in his body at an excessive level. The rumour about the death was that he made suicide because he couldn’t stand the suffering, pain and humiliation of being alone in the laboratory. He came to death by injecting poison into the apple and took a bite. The pain lasted a few minutes only and he passed away. 


At his funeral attended four people only; his mother was one of these four people. How sadly the life of a genius came to an end! He passed away around 4 years later, and the UK Government abolished the law condemning homosexuality. 


Turing deserves a reputation in history. It’s not only a contribution to deciphering Ultra code, but also a contribution to computer technology as he was a pioneer in an era of IT. 20 years later, as a fan of Turing, Steve Jobs named his company Apple with a half-bite image as the logo.  


Monthly Magazine Vietnam 




Monday, August 22, 2022

Ha Anh's See-Through Ao Dai


Miss Ha Anh Is Striding on the Red Carpet.


Earlier in the evening of June 25, Ha Anh became the focus of public opinion when wearing a see-through pink ao dai, striding the red carpet for the final of Miss Universe Vietnam 2022.

Many recorded photos show that the long-leg 8X is not wearing a bra; the bust 1 is completely visible in front of the camera, only covering the sensitive spot with a tiny chest patch. Ha Anh's "yes and no" way of dressing has been criticized for being offensive and harmful to the image of the traditional Ao Dai.

Before the "storm" of public opinion, the female model said that the Ao Dai was "beautiful and discreet" with normal lighting conditions but unexpectedly encountered a problem with the flash. The long-leg celeb also publicly apologized and learned from the revealing images, affirming to be more careful in the following appearances.

Tuesday, August 2, 2022

The Following Story of a Woman Collecting Water With Her Corset in the Beach for a Team Build Game

 

The lady was beaten by her husband.

Recently, the netizens on Facebook stormed with photos of a lady taking her corset to pick up water on the beach for a team-building game. The public has accepted these scenes as they took place in front of people, particularly before children. The "online storm" has not been reduced.

Other photos of the lady have caused outrage among the netizens. The lady was beaten by her husband as he couldn't accept his wife's actions in the public. The second photo is a consequence of the beating. These photos have changed the netizens' anger towards the husband.    

The lady insisted the netizens stop criticizing sharply on her past actions as she has suffered her husband's ill-treatment at home.   

Friday, July 29, 2022

A Lady Took Off a Corset to Collect Water in a Team-Building Game in the Sea.

 


A group of company workers joined a team-building game in the Cua Lo Beach, Vietnam, in which all the staff collects water as much as possible. Two women in the group took off their corsets to collect water in this game. This action is an unacceptable one in the sea, particularly in front of many children. That is the conclusion of the local government. What do you think about it?

Tuesday, July 26, 2022

Turquoise Water Trang Bang

 

Turquoise Water Trang Bang. Credit: Trung Pham

The beauty and blue water of Trang An, Ninh Binh in the early morning dew. This is one of the photo collections of Trung, done by a drone. 

Mr Trung Pham was born in 1979, living in Ho Chi Minh City, and graduated in electronics and telecommunications at Hanoi University of Science and Technology in 2002. However, his career path changes to photography, a passionate turning point. Passionate about photography since 2016, travelling on the S-shaped journey to hunt beautiful scenes, mainly from high angles, he produces a lot of fascinating photos. 


Mu Cang Chai. Credit: Trung Pham

Trung revealed since 2016, on average, he goes on two photography trips per month; each trip lasts three to four days. He takes photos in almost every province and city in Vietnam, but his favourite is the Northern provinces, Hue City, Hoi An, Bao Loc, and Da Lat because these places have many beautiful scenes.

Saturday, July 9, 2022

Highland Flood Season

Water Pouring Season. Credit: Luu Thien Toan

 The scenery and rhythm of life of the people of Bat Xat district spellbind you if you make a travel in the highland flood season.

The season of water pouring in the northern highlands takes around May-June to bring a tourist speciality that attracts tourists and photographers. In May, photographer Luu Thien Toan, from Dong Nai, carried out a 5 days 4 nights photo hunting trip in the communes of Muong Hum (pictured), Sang Ma Sao and Den Sang, Bat Bat district, to the west. northern Lao Cai.

He arrived at the traditional houses of the H'Mong people in Muong Hum. In addition to watching nature, you can explore the indigenous culture of the Red Dao, Dao Tuyen, H'Mong, Giay...

Flood season. Credit: Luu Thien Hoan

Mr Thien Toan departed from Ho Chi Minh City, took a plane to Hanoi, went to Sa Pa by bus and rented a motorbike to Muong Hum commune. In the photo, he took photos of the field "heart of Muong Hum" by Muong Hum lake, located in the middle of a basin surrounded by majestic mountains.

Toan's next destination is Sang Ma Sao commune, about 14 km from Mung Hum. Bat Xat district has more than 3,000 hectares of terraced fields, with 70% mountainous terrain. Through research, the photographer learned that in the near rainy season, the H'Mong people sow the seeds first. When the summer rains fall, they plough the land, build banks, and direct water from mountain streams into each field.

Wednesday, June 22, 2022

Village Du Gia

 

Village Du Gia, Ha Giang City

Du Gia appears as a picture with four mountains, stretching corn fields and winding streams.

Du Gia is a highland commune in Yen Minh district, about 70 km from Ha Giang city. On the tourist map of Ha Giang, Du Gia appears with a wild picture, not yet known by many Vietnamese tourists. Most of the visitors to Du Gia are backpackers who love to conquer adventurous passes... On the way to Du Gia, visitors will pass through hills to admire the valley in Lung Ho commune, Yen Minh district.




Friday, April 22, 2022

Mike Tyson Beat an Reportedly Intoxicated Passenger.

Photo by TMZ Sports

The mobile phone footage shows former Heavy Boxing Champion Mike Tyson repeatedly punched in the face of a passenger on a late-night flight from San Francisco International Airport to Florida on April 20.

According to a source close to Mike, a behind-sitting, alleged intoxicated passenger repeatedly badgered Tyson despite the former heavy champion requested him to stop.

Initially, both were seen to be friendly; even "Iron Mike" (Mike Tyson's nickname) took selfies with the passenger. After a while, the passenger kept talking to him and gestured close to his head; Tyson still retained his patience. 

Mike was seen to get off the plane before it took off. As a result, the passenger got bruised and bleeding and was hospitalized for medical attention. The San Francisco Police Department released minimal details and denied the cooperation. 

After scandals and imprisonment, Mike is seen to make a new life entirely changed from the past. He is used to excitable people. Last month, a man brandished his gun in front of his face; he waved the man to him to hug him.

 



Nui Chua National Park

 

Nui Chua National Park. Credit: Huynh Van Truyen

Nui Chua Mountain received the title of World Biosphere Reserve on April 14. This is the recognition of the international community to honour the values of the natural landscape, biodiversity, and indigenous cultural values.

A visit to a rugged, jungle-clad mountain backdrop of Vinh Hy Bay, Nui Chua National Park is your  must in Ninh Thuan Province. It seems to be a green lung of Ninh Thuan Province in South Central Coast Vietnam. Perched on the height of 1000m above sea level, Nui Chua National Park covers nearly 20.000 hectares of primeval forests and is home to a diversity of over 600 precious flora and approximately 300 wild animal species.

Nui Chua National Park possesses a dramatic location on the waterfront of the East Sea with a scattering of upmarket resorts. Its geographical location is in Ninh Hai and Thuan Bac Districts, Ninh Thuan Province, around 30km from Phan Rang City.

Credit: Huyen Van Truyen

 

Best things to do in Nui Chua National Park

Go sightseeing

The first and foremost thing for you and your family to do is to have a glimpse of the picturesque natural landscapes in Nui Chua National Park. The site is jam-packed with towering mountains, fast-flowing streams, stunning mountain cliffs, and verdant greenery. It is also rich in fauna and flora system with rare species like Tibetian Bear and Malayan Bear. More significantly, since the park is less-touristy, visitors can soak up the freshness and peaceful ambiance there.

Trekking

Nothing can beat a short trek across the dense jungle and taking a beautiful photo hunt. The most popular trek here is from Hang Da Hamlet to O Liem River which normally takes you 3 days, 7 hours trekking per day. During the journey, you have a chance to pitch a camp in the heart of the forest and take part in interesting activities, as well as learn about the Raglai people's culture. Finally, you'll reach Nui Chua Mount and spectacular mountain views pay off.

Underwater exploration

Vinh Hy Bay is known for diverse coral reefs and those who are keen on water-based activities cannot miss scuba diving or snorkeling to see the most beautiful coral reef deep in the ocean. This is also a refreshing time to immerse in the cool, clean water

 

Thursday, April 21, 2022

Ngoc Trinh Confessed Wearing a Cheap Fake Kendall Lavader Gown.

The international brand REN Corporation publicly 'reprimanded' Ngoc Trinh for wearing a cheap fake Kendall skirt. The long-legged celebrity Ngoc Trinh caused a stir on April 16 when designer Haixi Ren (founder of the Ren brand) accused her of wearing a fake dress designed specifically for the famous Kendall Jenner. 

Not only openly criticizing, this company also angrily called the model's outfit "cheap". Notably, the brand's official Instagram page also calls on the international fashion community to condemn this behavior.

In the face of a wave of public anger, Ngoc Trinh admitted to wearing fake clothes. This action made Ren even more angry when he constantly updated netizens' criticism of the model through the story function on Instagram.

Haixi Ren's promotional page "slams her straight in the face", calling Ngoc Trinh's outfit "cheap". This side wrote: "Ngoc Trinh is wearing a cheap lavender dress of Kendall Jenner's design. There's no way it's made by REN. If you want our dress, order and pay me, I will make one for you. Stop coping the products of young designers! Thanks to the followers who sent this information to me. I am grateful for your support.” 

The incident immediately caused fierce controversy in Vietnam and the international online community. Many people expressed anger, asking the female model to explain the incident. Besides, many foreign accounts also re-post Haixi Ren's articles to criticize this long- legged figure.

 


 
 

Saturday, April 9, 2022

Thuy Tien Transforms a Thai Girl with Thai Traditional Dress.

 

Cre: Van An

Thuy Tien wears a variety of Thai costumes to attend a local event in the role of Miss International Peace.

Thuy Tien is in a dress by designer Song Toan with designs and patterns inspired by Thai traditional costumes. After the contest, she ordered 30 new sets of clothes from Vietnamese designers to quickly join the events. In the final of Miss Grand Chiang Rai 2022, the beauty queen got the attention of fans thanks to a traditional dress of the Lanna ethnic group. She says these costumes help her feel closer to the audience.

Cre: Van An

She got her hair in a bun, attached flowers to her head like Thai women. As being Miss Grand International, Thuy Tien traveled to many provinces and cities, experienced the cultural identity of her country and attended the finals of Miss Grand held locally to congratulate the winners.

In Chiang Mai province, Thuy Tien posed with Chakkri, an outfit worn by Thai women on important occasions, consisting of a wrap skirt and a silk scarf draped over the shoulder that is both discreet and sexy.

 

Friday, April 8, 2022

The "Going-Through" Mirror in Da Lat City

 

The "going-through" mirror in Da Lat City. Cre: Trung Nghia

The mirror with a unique design in a cafe is making a fever in the tourism community. A rectangular mirror carved with a circle in the middle, placed on a meadow reflecting the hilly landscape is a hit in the tourism community. It is a piece of work in a coffee shop on Mimosa pass by Truong Hoai Nam, born in 1990, currently living and working in Da Lat. 

The travel-loving community named his mirror a "going-through" mirror due to the visual effect that helps visitors feel like they're stepping into another dimension. Hoai Nam got this design idea when he came across reading a foreign newspaper, and saw a mirror placed in the middle of a golden rice field, so he followed it. 

Hoai Nam had to order it in Ho Chi Minh City, it took 2 weeks to complete to install the mirror. The mirror came into use from the afternoon of March 1, attracting the public attention. "The number of visitors started to increase from March 3, two days after installing the mirror. I think the number of visitors will increase even more at the weekend. About 300-400 guests come to check-in every day," Hoai Nam shared. 

Cre: Trung Nghia

Hoai Nam said: "Unique ideas will naturally attract tourists." Nam still said: "The installation of the one-of-the-kind mirror is just an extra part of the tourist attraction. The main thing is to create a peaceful, relaxing space. The best feeling is sitting on the hill, looking far away, and breathing the fresh air to forget the daily fatigue." 

In addition to the mirror "going through the air", Nam's cafe is located on the hill of purple myrtle flowers. In between, he planted canola flowers and sunflowers, serving many corners for guests who love flowers to take pictures or do selfies.

Wednesday, April 6, 2022

Malaysian celebrity Took Photos with Offensive Clothing in Hoi An Town.

Ms Puiyi posted a scandal photo in Hoi An Town

 

Ms Puiyi was wearing Vietnamese traditional dress and underwear underneath. Credit: Puiyi's FB

 Siew Pui Yi, nicknamed Ms Puiyi, a Malaysian model celebrity, posted an arguable picture on her personal Facebook. On the evening of April 4, she took a boat to the middle of Hoai River, Hoi An Town, wearing an offensive clothing. The post drew the attention from many viewers. Some like the post while the others are angry with Vietnam's traditional offensive. She wore a traditional dress with only a pair of underwear underneath.

Siew Pui Yi, born in August 1, 1998, in Malaysia, is famous in a Malaysian model industry, and social medai influencer as well. Her posts have attracted thousands of viewers with sexy pictures and videos on her social media. In terms of business, she owns the cosmetic brand Ms PuiYiCosmetics.  

In addition, she took photos on Hoai River, Hoi An Town's sight-seeing landmark. The local government was seeking for her to remind of offensive dressing only. In the past, there was some similar cases and the administration just gave the wrong doers a remind, not an administrative punish. 

 

 



 

Tuesday, April 5, 2022

Lang Son Steps in the Beautiful Season.

 

Farm animals on the prairie. Credit: Hung Vi

If you come to Lang Son this season, you can camp on the green grass, where the horses graze or row a boat on the lake.

Dong Lam is one of the plains in Lang Son province, about 150 km from Hanoi, along National Highway 1A. The area covers an area of ​​100 hectares, famous for its lush grass, clear blue lake, located between majestic cliffs.

Photographer Hung Vi is a local person, sharing that Dong Lam is in its best season when the water dries up, revealing green peninsulas. The plain is vast, the trees are also sprouting with much vitality. Especially now the weather is cool, suitable for camping, outdoor activities.

A pair of horses on the grass field. Credit: Hung Vi

In the dry season, people in the area do farming: grazing buffaloes and horses on grass fields. The author shared that there are only a few households raising horses, they do not build stables. This peaceful, unspoiled beauty attracts many tourists as well as photographers. Horses here have many colors brown, white, gray. To protect the ecosystem of the area, visitors do not drive inside, instead walk about 500m or hire people to drive in for about 40,000 VND.

Huynh Ly, a tourist from Ho Chi Minh City, brought a table and chairs to rest by the lake in the middle of the Dong Lam steppe. She shared that she has been to Huu Lien more than 10 times in different seasons because she loves the charming and peaceful scenery here. In the early morning in Dong Lam, she runs and jumps on the meadow, chasing the horses. When tired, she can sit and rest and breathe in the fresh air.


A boat on a river in the bad weather. Credit: Hung Vi

Ly shared that Dong Lam's spring is beautiful because the young grass is green, the stream is clear, and the horses gather on the painting-like, undulating grassland. In particular, this scene reminded her of the vast Mongolian plains. The plain is full of peach, plum and apricot flowers this season.

You can bring your own camping equipment or use homestay services. A rafting service that takes you to the lake costs about 250,000 VND/hour, in addition, a kayak rental is 50,000 VND/hour. In the afternoon, you'll relax on the boat to admire the scenery.

Credit: Hung Vi

When the sun goes down, horses also quickly run from the small island in the middle of the lake to the mainland, because it is dark and rainy, causing the water to rise, so there may be no way back.

The water will flood the grasslands into a large lake with a depth of about 2-3 m, the horses will only stay in the higher area or near the edge of the mountain. At this time, instead of camping on the grass, you can experience kayaking.

Bac Mo Dam is about 2 km from Dong Lam, where the scenery is wild, with streams and clear blue lakes. 


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