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Travelers arriving by train in Hồ Chí Minh City sometimes express surprise that the main Saigon Railway Station is located in Hòa Hưng, some distance from the central business district. In fact, this is the third railway terminus in a city where each successive station has been built further away from the river.
Saigon
The iconic Bến Thành Market is not the only Saigon landmark that has endured for more than a century. T he Vietnam Railways building at 138 Hàm Nghi, given its inauguration in 1914, is pushing the 110-year milestone in less than six months.
Travel
Quy Nhơn has far more to offer than beautiful beaches. Travelers up for some adventures and a willingness to traverse into greater Bình Định Province will discover some of Vietnam’s best museums, aesthetically stupifying artifacts, oddities and opportunities to engage with cultural traditions.
Travel
For professionals with families, living in Saigon poses a number of challenges, especially a lack of public spaces and fresh air. For many parents, a trip to a verdant cafe or kids club is the most practical way to provide a bit of recreation for their children as forests and beaches often require hours of travel. There is, however, something of an oasis only 25 minutes from District 1 or 15 minutes from District 2.
Rewind
In 2005, I was in middle school. I had never had a cellphone nor known what the internet was — our home didn’t have ADSL until ninth grade. Life as a fledgling pupil in Saigon revolved around homework, catching the latest That’s So Raven episode on Disney Channel, and riding behind my dad’s back on our family motorbike every day to and from school. But something was about to change: 2005 was the year I went to the movies for the very first time.
Hanoi
In many countries, urban metros are a mundane convenience — so ordinary that their users often take them for granted. But until the birth of Hanoi’s Cát Linh-Hà Đông Metro Line, residents of Vietnam had enjoyed no such air-conditioned, traffic-immune method of transportation.
Travel
Whether on the slow train carving its way through the Shan Hills near Kalaw, the Mandalay to Yangon Express, or the 4am train to Hsipaw that crosses the great Goteik Viaduct, traversing Myanmar on gritty, swaying trains is the way to go.
Travel
“Heavy with the thick smell of misery and before even leaving the station, the odor of urine would be palpable throughout the car,” writes author Dạ Ngân of the North-South Train in 1989. Back then, a hard seat berth cost nearly a month’s salary and one had to be wary of thieves and sexual assault for the entirety of the jostling journey.
Eat & Drink Partner
Saigon’s dining scene has a lot going for it. Restaurants that offer creative takes on all varieties of cuisines, trendy decors and cutting-edge concepts seem to open every week. What’s more rare, however, are venues that offer ample space, privacy and convenience accompanied by fresh air and a great view.
Saigon Hẻm Gems
The arrival of the rainy season in Saigon has left me craving for hot meals to beat the cold, damp weather. I was on my way home from work in the aftermath of a bout of rain one day and found myself in search of a warm, broth-based afternoon meal. Through the help of Google Maps, I decided to go to a bò kho place only 10 minutes from the office, Bò Kho Dì Út (Auntie Út's Beef Stew).
Culture
During my teenage years when a lot of us were trying new things, I can remember certain trending items affected our lifestyle. For me, amongst the most memorable was the Hypebeast culture that caught my friends' attention. In high school, many tried to dress like their favorite rappers by mixing sneakers and hoodies with the school uniform. While I was not much of a fashion enthusiast, I did have a personal fascination with Rastaclat bracelets.
Education
“The world is interconnected, companies work across countries and continents. Education today, therefore, has to prepare students to be global citizens: team players and team leaders, quietly confident young men and women who will go on to make their mark in their chosen fields after graduating from AIS. Global citizens understand different cultures. Some might include the word “tolerant” in their definition, but for me, global citizens embrace and enjoy differences in culture, language and nationality. Students understand different social and cultural values because they experience them every day at AIS, positively engaging with their peers, enhanced by opportunities provided through the Inspired network,” explains Jon Standen, the new Executive Principal at Australian International School (AIS).
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Education Partner
Saigon captivates visitors with its vibrant energy and rich cultural heritage. From Nguyễn Huệ walking street’s lively atmosphere to the tantalizing aroma of bánh xèo, the city offers a unique blend of modernity and tradition.
Dishcovery
Saigon is spoiled with cafes. In addition to the street stalls hawking cheap phin coffee, international chains and charming mom-and-pop shops, the last decade has seen a proliferation of third-wave venues that meticulously source organic beans to roast in small batches and prepare with a wide assortment of gizmos and gadgets.
Vietnam
Old archives of images from 1960s Saigon are easy to come by, but how often does one get to have a peek into the past version of Đà Lạt.
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Classic Fine Foods is pleased to announce that AnAn Saigon has been awarded one Michelin star by the prestigious Michelin Guide. The award was presented to chef Peter Cuong Franklin and the AnAn Saigon team at a ceremony held at the restaurant on July 12, 2023.
Health Partner
Moving to live and work in Vietnam can be a stressful process. This can be exacerbated by the country’s hot, humid climate as well as the noise and air pollution and new diets. All of this contributes to foreigners frequently experiencing health concerns, particularly gastronomic and respiratory issues.
Film & TV
Following its win at the latest Cannes Film Festival, Bên Trong Vỏ Kén Vàng (Inside the Yellow Cocoon Shell) will officially premiere in theaters across Vietnam next month.
Ton-sur-Ton
Chiecquanque is an independent fashion brand presenting clothing items, backpacks and bags that were handcrafted. Each item that the store carries is a one-off creation that exists on its own due to the way they are formed.
Film & TV
How would you define a “queer” film?
Music & Arts
This month, fans of Japanese auteur Makoto Shinkai will have a rare opportunity to watch the soundtracks of his hit movies come alive during three concerts in Saigon and Hanoi.
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The British International School HCMC (BIS HCMC) are incredibly proud of the IB Diploma Programme results awarded today to our Graduating Class of 2023. The second ever largest IBDP cohort of 107 students, have surpassed all IBDP global averages. Once again, the knowledge, skills, and aptitudes of BIS HCMC students have been recognised with stunning academic results that place them among the very best worldwide.
