Authorities in Hoi An have threatened to shut down noisy bars and those that violate the midnight curfew to stop them from disturbing the peaceful town on Vietnam’s central coast. Bars and restaurants in town have been staying open too late and making too much noise, which has “complicated” security in the area, said Nguyen Van Son, vice chairman of Hoi An, one of the most popular destinations in the country. Son has ordered all venues to close by midnight and lower the volume to a maximum of 50 decibels, the level of a normal conservation, after 10 p.m., while keeping their businesses off the sidewalks. “There will be no exceptions,” he said. He also asked them to ensure travel safety for drunk customers. Hoi An has around 100 bars on Nguyen Phuc Chu, Nguyen Thai Hoc, Tran Phu and Phan Boi Chau streets. Son said that authorities are planning an entertainment hub away from the town center, hinting that the regulations could be relaxed there. Once a bustling trade port, Hoi An is now one of the most peaceful towns in the country, drawing tourists to its picturesque wooden houses, pagodas, street-side eateries and hundreds of tailor shops. A travel forum run by U.S. magazine USA Today described Hoi An two years ago as one of the 10 most beautiful places in Southeast Asia, a place where one can find “tranquility and timelessness.” The town, where motorbikes and cars are banned from the center, received 3.22 million visitors in… [Read full story]
The move comes after a recent crackdown on illegal Chinese tour guides. The popular resort town of Nha Trang in the central province of Khanh Hoa has issued a code of conduct warning tourists against spreading false information that could taint its image. According to the code, visitors to Nha Trang are asked not violate laws or provide false information about the city's history. Guests are also required to respect regional culture and customs, protect the environment, drink in moderation and not to waste food at all-you-can-eat buffet restaurants. The code also regulates authorities, travel agencies and locals, and it…... [read more]
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She did not remember having sex, but the suspect said she gave her consent. Police in the central province of Binh Thuan are investigating a rape case after a Norweigian woman filed a complaint saying she had been assaulted while she was drunk The suspect has denied the charges and said that she gave her consent. On Monday police said they had received a complaint from a 22-year-old woman, only identified as Myrvold L., who also provided test results that found sperm in her vagina, Phap Luat Online reported. The woman said the assault happened when she and a group…... [read more]
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Hoi An Ancient Town is located on the Central Coast of Vietnam, alongside the north bank of the Thu Bon River. It is an exceptional example of a…... [read more]
Golden Sand Resort & Spa Hoi An recently received the prestigious The Guide Awards 2013 from The Guide (Vietnam Economic Times) for our beautiful Resort. Named among the leading hotels in Hoi An ancient Town - a World Heritage Cultural, Golden Sand Resort & Spa Hoi An is the number one ranked hotel in service in Hoi An and a favorite among travelers from around the world. Providing a getaway from it all, this secluded beach resort is ideal for honeymooners and adventure seekers. On August 22nd, The Guide Award 2012 - 2013 organizer announced 124 tourism enterprise winners voted…... [read more]
