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Tinder members check out the hottest dating spots in HCM City this summer.— Photo courtesy of Tinder For the first time, young Tinder users joined an iconic double-decker bus ride, “ Tinder Kham Pha - Bus nhip trai tim ” (Tinder Explore - Match Your Vibe bus), to explore exciting dating spots in HCM City. As the Hop on, Hop off bus took the singletons throughout the most iconic hangout spots in HCM City, from the bustling Nguyen Hue Street, dreamy Thu Thiem 2 bridge, to the nostalgic Turtle Lake and vibrant Central Post Office, members had a chance to see and feel the colourful dating culture among Saigonese youngsters, in which enjoying street food, sight-seeing, and taking fancy photos are an intrinsic part on their journey to making sparks fly. "The tour is a symbolic representation of how one can Hop on and Hop off with varied interests on Tinder Explore to find meaningful connections through multiple, diverse attractions. Search for the particular interest that excites … [Read more...] about ‘Hop on Hop off’ with Tinder Explore this summer

Many Vietnamese airlines have proposed that the ceiling prices of domestic air tickets be further increased or removed as they have suffered heavy losses due to wildly soaring fuel costs. Even though air tickets have been rising, even higher than before the COVID-19 pandemic, carriers argued that they have to make up for relentlessly rising fuel expenses. Round-trip airfares of economy class for the Hanoi - Ho Chi Minh City route are fluctuating around VND3-5 million (US$129-214) per ticket and those for business class are VND8-17 million ($343-729), an increase of 20-50 percent compared to periods with passenger shortages due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Airfares to famous tourist destinations, such as Da Nang and Phu Quoc, have even changed hourly, and customers can hardly find cheap tickets even though for early morning or late-night flights. Many customers commented that many airlines might have taken unfair advantage of higher fuel prices, triggered by rising world oil … [Read more...] about Vietnamese airlines want domestic airfare caps raised, even removed, amid fuel cost hikes

Illustrative image (Source: VNA) Hanoi (VNA) – Fresh lychee, which is in season now in northern Vietnam, has returned to in-flight meals on Vietnam Airlines after a hiatus due to the COVID-19 pandemic. The fruit, grown in Bac Giang province, is being served to business class passengers on the national flag carrier ’s domestic and international routes from Hanoi from July 1-15. The move aims to introduce the specialty to both domestic and foreign passengers and expand cooperation with businesses and localities to promote Vietnamese agricultural products to the world. Since June 24, Vietnam Airlines has coordinated with Bac Giang province to promote lychee on e-commerce platform VNAMall. Phan The Tuan, Vice Chairman of the Bac Giang People’s Committee, underscored that the province is home to the country’s largest lychee-growing area of over 28,000 hectares. Bac Giang’s lychee was the first Vietnamese product to be granted PGIC in Japan and is eligible for … [Read more...] about Fresh lychee on national flag carrier’s in-flight menu

Ascend Vietnam Ventures has exceeded its US$50 million target for its flagship early-stage venture capital fund, AVV Alpha. Ascend Vietnam Ventures (AVV), the fund led by Binh Tran and Eddie Thai, is seeking the next wave of globally iconic startups emerging from Vietnam. Eddie Thai is speaking at a growth event for founders. Photos: AVV The team has increased its investments in startups in Vietnam, seeding up to US$2 million into 25 startups next year and following on with checks of up to $5 million. With the new fund, AVV has been exploring a broad range of tech opportunities including those in financial inclusion, education, and future of work. AVV Alpha is backed by a mix of investors from Asia, Europe, and the US, including development finance institutions, funds, corporate VCs, and high-net-worth individuals from leading local and regional companies. It has picked ten startups in the past nine months, including Kilo (SaaS & wholesale … [Read more...] about Ascend Vietnam Ventures seeks building global startups in Vietnam

Talking to Prudential Chairwoman Shriti Vadera, the N.A. leader congratulated the firm on its successes in the world as well as in Vietnam, expressing his hope that it will continue operating successfully in the country and fulfill its social responsibility. He affirmed that the Vietnamese Government and N.A. are ready to consider and deal with the problems facing businesses, including those from the U.K., when operating in Vietnam. Vadera said Prudential is delighted to be part of the country’s development, and it can help with this process by issuing long-term bonds. The insurer pledges to cooperate with the Vietnamese Government in green investment, insurance technology, and development of Ho Chi Minh City into an international financial center, she noted, affirming that it will concurrently develop its business and fulfill social responsibility. At the meeting with Chairman of Standard Chartered Jose Vinals, Hue thanked the enterprise for helping the Vietnamese Ministry of … [Read more...] about N.A. Chairman receives leaders of British enterprises in London

The TIA Wellness Resort on My Khe Beach in Da Nang is an ideal spot for a post-Covid vacation and fortification. The resort has 22 spa treatment rooms, two beauty care rooms, a steam room, a sauna and an outdoor swimming pool. The resort is currently offering two packages for 4 days and 3 nights, which include two intensive care treatments per night, each lasting 80 to 120 minutes. Guests can also join pranayama (breathing exercises), tai chi or yoga classes/sessions guided by personal trainers. The resort has 87 rooms and a night's stay costs from VND5.9 million ($253.32) per person. Also in Da Nang, the Naman Retreat on Truong Sa Street along Non Nuoc beach has 113 villas amidst lush greenery. The resort has private gardens for guests to exercise and join other wellness services to improve their health. … [Read more...] about 4 resorts offer wellness boost in pandemic times