Vietnam Airlines serves cocktails

Cocktail is a mixed drink is blended from wines and fruit juices and considered a popular drink of numerous people. Also, it is a diverse beverage in menu of bars in the world. Drinking cocktail is not only to refresh, but also to enjoy the taste, color, decorative art. Therefore, Vietnam Air has selected cocktails designed by itself to serve passengers on long-haul flights. It also contributes to the introduction and promotion of special fruits of Vietnam to international friends.

starter meal on vietnam airlines

With professional restaurants and bars, concocting dozens of cocktails is not difficult. However, international flights serve many passengers with diversity of nationalities, culture, habits and preferences. Feelings of passengers on color, taste and smell on aircraft is different on the ground. Restrictions on alcohol in the long-haul flights, conditions of preparation and ancillary components to serve fast but high quality... are the criteria that need to be considered carefully.

From this reality, Mr. Vo Tan Si spent much effort to search and mix different ingredients in order to find the most suitable beverage, satisfying the needs of majority customers on Vietnam Air flight. Under the skillful hands and creative mind of Mr. Vo Tan Si, three cocktails named Red River, Saigon Sunlight and Hello Vietnam was born to serve bring the passengers of Vietnamairlines. Vietnam Air passengers now can enjoy the delicious taste of the cocktails bearing the international mark and flavor of beautiful tropical country. These cocktails are also considered its proprietary products.

In Red River, connoisseurs will recognize the characteristic of Campari wine, combined with orange juice and Dry Martini. This is an ideal appetizer before enjoying exquisite cuisine. Saigon Sunlight with gentle smoky taste of Whisky when served along lemon juice, syrup and Sprite will become an attractive beverage that can be used at any time of the flight. The cocktail named Hello Vietnam is made from Campari wine, orange juice and Sprite, used for all the time before or after a meal.

drinks vietnam airlines

These drinks attract passengers not only by delicious taste but also by the beautiful and eye-catching color. When poured into a crystal glass that Vietnamese Airlines put its own production, the cup of cocktail becomes more attractive and delicious. This is one of 4-star services that Vietnam Airlines is looking forward to meet the demand of passengers. Along with the product systems on the ground and on aircraft increasingly perfect, the drinks and meals carefully invested are contributing to confirm quality service of Vietnam Airline.

According to representative of Vietnam air lines, in the future, passengers on long-haul flights, especially Business Class will be served more cocktails. All are to meet the increasing diverse demands of customers.

Popular flights to Germany

Book cheap flights to Germany to explore the beauty of this country now. Located in the heart of Europe, Germany is usually an attractive destination of tourists by excellent sculptures, ancient castles and is the hometown of world's famous composers.

Cheap flights to Germany

Germany is located in Central Europe, bordered Denmark to the north, Czech and Poland to the east, Austria and Sweden to the south, France to the southwest and Netherlands, Belgium and Luxembourg to the west. Thus, Germany shares border with nine European countries. Germany has an area of 357,021 square kilometers, ranking the 7th in Europe and the 62th in the world. Its area stretches from the Alps to Baltic Sea. There are many high peaks on the Alps and the highest peak is Zuguspitze with the altitude of 2962m. Germany has the second largest population in Europe and is the most popular migration destination in the world. The country has favorable natural conditions. Mountain locates mostly in the central area and the northern region is the land. There are three main rivers flowing through the country: La Rhine, Elbe and Danube.

The official language of Germany is German. In addition to German, the languages of the ethnic minorities in Germany also considered official regional languages are the Danish and the language of Friesen and Sorben. German was once very prosperous and was the common language in the Central Europe, the Nordic region and Eastern Europe. Currently, German is preferred only after English in Europe. It is also one of the languages taught most commonly worldwide.


Tourist attractions in Germany

Potsdamer Platz Square


Berlin is always the first choice of visitors when traveling to Germany. It is the home to many theaters, ancient and modern architectural works associated with culture, history and politics of this country. Berlin owns many interesting attractions such as a giant TV tower with the height of 365m - one of the highest TV towers in the world, Potsdamer Platz Square, Alexander Square, Bradenburge gate, Linden Street, historic Berlin wall, Pergamon Museum with impressive architecture, Gendarmenmarkt - one of the most beautiful area in Berlin capital. Also, the country possesses unique works as the Imperial Parliament, Berlin Park with many forests, meadows, extremely flora and fauna, Berlin Cathedral, Marien Mosque, President Palace in Bellevue Castle, Berlin Hall (Kongresshalle), large zoos and Treptow Park - covering the city center and Victory Monument. Neuschwanstein castle is also a popular attraction where visitors cannot ignore when traveling to Germany. The castle is located in a beautiful and dreaming position, with the unique architecture designed extremely sophisticatedly. Coming here, visitors will be impressed and overwhelmed at the first sight.

Castle Neuschwanstein

Munich is the third famous city in this country, and home to the most renowned football club of Germany. Munich is the producing place of famous beers and many museums, theaters, theaters, large avenues, the ancient architectural works... The main attractions in Munich include Marienplatz Square, Notre Dame Cathedral, Palace of Munich, Nymphenburg Palace, science museum, the oldest park of Hofgarten, and the famous Oktoberfest beer festival in the world...

The ancient city of Koln is located on the shores of romantic Rhine River. This is one of the oldest cities in Germany. The city is the home to historical relics bearing the Roman cultural features and is the birthplace of the famous horse vehicles. In particular, Köln Church was built in ancient Gothic architecture and recognized as the world cultural heritage by UNESCO. This church is seen as the soul of this ancient city. 

Koln Church in Germany

Also, Frankfurt is always an attractive place to visitors. Coming here, visitors will have a chance to explore the famous landscapes such as Frankfurt Square, Franhfurt Church, old quarter of Frankfurt, Church of St. Paul, Main riverbank and Main River Bridge, Sachsenhausen Street, Commerzbank Tower, Maintower, Archaeological Museum in Abbey Camelite Monastery, the Museum of Modern Art, Frankfurt Opera House, Frankfurt Museum of History…


Airports in Germany

Aerial View of Frankfurt Airport

Currently, there are many airports in Germany serving daily domestic and international flights to/ from the country. Visitors can easily choose flights from Germany and flights to Germany at main airports including:

- Berlin Brandenburg International Airport (Berlin)
- Düsseldorf International Airport (Düsseldorf )
- Frankfurt International Airport (Frankfurt am Main)
- Münster Osnabrück International Airport (Greven)
- Munich International Airport (Franz Josef Strauß International Airport - Munich)
- Nuremberg Airport (Nuremberg)
- Paderborn Lippstadt Airport (Paderborn / Lippstadt)
- Saarbrücken Airport (Saarbrücken)
- Leipzig/Halle Airport (Leipzig)
- Friedrichshafen Airport (Friedrichshafen)

Flights from Germany to Vietnam have destinations at two largest airports in Vietnam including Tan Son Nhat International Airport (Ho Chi Minh City) and Noi Bai International Airport (Hanoi). Passengers can take Vietnam - Germany flights at Frankfurt Airport with reputable carriers of Garmany and Vietnam. Airlines operating cheap flights Frankfurt - Hanoi are Thai Airways, Vietnam Airlines, China Eastern Airlines, China Southern Airlines, Qatar Airways, Air China, Lufthansa, and Dragionair… And, cheap flights Frankfurt - Ho Chi Minh City are exploited by Vietnam Airlines, Thai Airways, and Qatar Airways, along with Etihad, Emirates, Air France, Lufthansa, Korean Air, and Cathay Pacific...


Popular airlines in Germany and to Germany

Lufthansa - one of famous airlines in Germany

Germanwings, Air Berlin and Lufthansa are three popular airlines in Germany. They own professional fleets and offer the best quality of service. These airlines are exploiting cheap flights to Europe, cheap flights to South East Asia, Africa and Americas. Popular and low-cost airlines flying to Germany are Aeroflot operated by Rossiya, Air Arabia Maroc, Adria Airways, Aer Lingus, Aegean Airlines, Air Astana, Air China, Air India, Air Europa, Air Serbia, Air Serbia, Air Malta, Alitalia operated by Alitalia CityLiner, Croatia Airlines, Ethiopian Airlines, Etihad Airways, Finnair operated by Nordic Regional Airlines, Icelandair, Gulf Air, Iberia, KLM operated by KLM Cityhopper, LOT Polish Airlines, Kuwait Airways, Lufthansa operated by Austrian Airlines, Pegasus Airlines, Scandinavian Airlines, Royal Air Maroc, Royal Jordanian, SunExpress Deutschland, Swiss International Air Lines operated by Swiss Global Air Lines, UTair Aviation, Turkmenistan Airlines, Ukraine International Airlines, US Airways operated by American Airlines, Uzbekistan Airways, Tunisair, Vietnam Airlines and some other carriers.
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- Germany has the most convenient and modern transportation system in Europe, so visitors easily chose vehicles such as car, train, subway and bus. Train is suitable mean for those who love to contemplate the natural scenery. If visitors go alone and want to reduce the cost, the bus is the best mean.

- The Germans often shake hands, even at the time of meeting and parting. Shaking hand with each one in a group is very common in this country. Thus, visitors should not hesitate to do this gesture with German.

- Visitors should pay attention when eating in restaurants. If they place forks and knives cross on their plate, it means that they have not finished their meal and the waiter would not clear the table. When visitors place forks and knives in the right but parallel to their plate, it means they have finished his meal and the waiter can come to clear.

- When visitors have an appointment with a German person, they should not come late. The Germans attach great importance to the time, and they are extremely punctual for appointment; so it is best to arrive 5 to 10 minutes earlier, and should call in advance if visitor really find it impossible to make a punctual appointment. If visitors do not have the appointment in advance, they should not call to any other after 10pm because it may be easily cause troubles for them. After 5pm from Monday to Thursday and after 4pm on every Friday, work offices are off. If someone answered the phone, visitors should introduce surname first.

- Like many Western countries, tip for the waiter is also a culture of the Germans. Visitors should tip about 5 to 10% of the total amount in their bill or round smaller amounts.

- Germany is located in the Eurozone, so its official currency is Euro. Visitors can exchange foreign currency at banks in their country or in Germany, or at foreign currency counters at the airport. Wechselstube and Geldwechsel are names of foreign currency offices in German. Also, foreign currency can exchange at big hotels or stations. To avoid the risks of carrying large amounts of cash, visitors should bring types of cards such as Visa Card, Master Card and American Express. ATM machine in Germany is called Geldautomat, located at many places and operated 24/7.

- Currently, there are many large shopping centers in Germany such as KaDeWe in Berlin, KurfÜrstendamm Fashion Avenue in Berlin, Peek & Cloppenburg stores in Frankfurt, Kleinmarkthalle market, Hohe Strasse shopping road, Schildergasse in Cologne.

Visit the boot-shaped country and explore attractive landmarks of this unique country

Book cheap flights to Italy to have the opportunity to visit the boot-shaped country and explore attractive landmarks of this unique country. Italy is a beautiful country with a multitude of interesting things to discover.

Cheap flights to Italy

Italy is located at the southernmost of Europe, bordering France to the northwest, Switzerland and Austria to the north, Republic of Slovenia to the northeast. Alps Mountain range is the border on mainland of Italy, forming an arc from the west of France border to the east of the Republic of Slovenia. Italy lies on a long boot-shaped peninsula; most of the Italian coast is jagged cliffs and bluffs. The boot-shaped peninsula jutting out to the Mediterranean Sea, near the coast of the Africa continent has an area of about 301,480 square kilometers, roughly equivalent to the area of Vietnam. The longest point is 1,140km and the widest place is 274km. Italian plain area represents less than a quarter, while the hilly area accounts for 42% and high mountainous region accounts for 35% of the boot-shaped country's area.

Like most of countries in Southern Europe, Italy climate is mainly the Mediterranean climate. Due to the diversity of the terrain, the climate of Italy is highly diverse. Winter in the Alps is relatively harsh with lots of snow. In most of the inland northern and central regions, the climate ranges from humid subtropical to humid continental and oceanic. In particular, the climate of the Po valley geographical region is mostly continental, with harsh winters and hot summers. The peninsular climate is divided into two seasons including summer and winter. The summer is warmer, while the winter is moderate climate. The climate of coastal region is warm and mild, even in winter, whereas winter in the mountainous region is cold and snowy. Because Italy is quite close to Africa, the climate in the southern regions of Italy is influenced from hot winds blowing from North Africa. In the summer, hot winds of the Sahara blowing in the southern provinces and Sicily. The climate of Sicily Island and Sardegna is exactly alike, with hot and dry summers and relatively warm winters.

Tourist attractions in Italy

Travel to this boot-shaped country will be ever more economical when passengers have the opportunity to own cheap flights to Italy of prestige airlines.

Venice, Italy

Venice is a beautiful and romantic city, also a famous tourism city in the world. Dubbed as "the city of water", Venice is an indispensable place of any tourists to Italy. Coming here, tourists will be overwhelmed by the romantic and poetic beauty when sitting on the unique gondola through canals around the city, watching the romantic canal and ancient houses located among two-sides of canal. Venice is the most beautiful in the evening when bright lights illuminate both sides, the city looks gorgeous and poetic like a princess. 

Trieste Canal Grande

Tourists can walk to Grande Canal - the world famous canal, this is also an ideal place to view and admire the most amazing beauty of Venice. Standing on old Rialto Bridge crossing Grande Canal, tourists can contemplate the beauty of Venice and Campanile tower. Manarola ancient city is painted with bright colors to create its own unique character. The city located on rocky mountain adjacent to the beach creating an immensely beautiful landscape. This is a popular destination of tourists when travel to Italy. Additionally, tourists should come to Manhatten Village to explore the unique architectures, especially the 14-storey tower made from stone. 

Rome colosseum

Also, the historic city of Rome is the favorite destination of tourists. It is famous for the ancient Roman palaces, the architecturally beautiful monuments, majestic old churches and beautiful fountains. Indispensable attractions in Rome consist of Vatican Museum, Panthenon buildings, Roman Forum, Trevi Fountains, Spanish Steps, Colosseum amphitheater, Peter's Basilica Church.

Airports in Italy

Rome Leonardo da Vinci Airport

Currently, Italy has the most airports in Europe. Among them, there are many airports directly serving flights from Italy to destinations around the world. Some popular airports in Italy consist of:

- Leonardo da Vinci–Fiumicino Airport (Rome)
- Abruzzo International Airport (Pescara)
- Lamezia Terme International Airport (Lamezia Terme, Catanzaro)
- Napoli International Airport (Naples)
- Federico Fellini Changji International Airport (Rimini)
- Pisa International Airport (Pisa)
- Palermo International Airport (Punta Raisi Falcone Airport - Bosellino)
- San Nicolo Airport (Venice)
- Amerigo Vespucci (Florence)
- Cagliari - Elmas Airport (Cagliari)
- Genoa Cristoforo Colombo Airport (Genoa)

Presently, tourists who want to book flights from Vietnam to Italy at Tan Son Nhat International Airport (Ho Chi Minh) and Noi Bai International Airport (Hanoi) must transit at one of main destinations in Asia or Europe. The major airlines flying from Hanoi to Italy are Vietnam Airlines, Korean Air, China Southern Airlines, Cathay Pacific... While airlines operating flights from Ho Chi Minh City to Italy including Vietnam Airlines, Turkish Airlines; Qatar Airways; Etihad Airways, Austrian Airlines, Asiana Airlines… Flights from Italy to Vietnam are also exploited by these above mentioned airlines.

Popular airlines in Italy and fly to Italy

Alitalia B777-200ER

Alitalia, Alitalia Express, Blue Panorama Airlines, Alitalia CityLiner, Air Italy, Blu-express, Windjet are the most popular airlines in Italy. These airlines are operating domestic and international cheap flights to Europe, Africa, Asia and some countries in Africa. 

Major and low-cost airlines flying to Italy are American Airlines, Swiss International Air Lines, Asiana Airlines, TAP Portugal, Azerbaijan Airlines, Ukraine International Airlines, Turkish Airlines, United Airlines, Vueling, US Airways, Saudia, Scandinavian Airlines, Royal Jordanian, Qatar Airways, Norwegian Air Shuttle, Niki, Neos, Monarch Airlines, Lufthansa, Kuwait Airways, Korean Air, Jet2.com, Israir Airlines, Hainan Airlines, Germanwings, Etihad Airways, easyJet Switzerland, Delta Air Lines, Cathay Pacific, China Eastern Airlines, Biman Bangladesh Airlines, Blu-express operated by Blue Panorama Airlines, Austrian Airlines (operated by Tyrolean Airways), and EasyJet.

Other useful information

Vatican City

- Tourists can dress comfortably on the street or many places in Italy, but when traveling Vatican, you should dress very discreetly to respect their customs and habits because the Vatican is holy mosque of Catholicism. The Vatican is considered one of the holiest places in the world. If tourists wear scantily clad, they will not be accepted to visit the Vatican.

- If tourists can drive a private vehicle or rent a car to get around Italy, yet Italy's streets are narrow, small and bumpy; many mountain roads are difficult to drive and require experience of drivers. In the south of this country, roads are bad and difficult to drive. If tourists cannot rent a car, they can travel by train, plane or bus. 

- Tipping is not a part of Italian culture. So, when coming to hotels, restaurants or shops in Italy, tourists do not have to leave a tip, giving a tip or not depending on tourists. Thus, if tourists satisfy with the service, they should leave a tip.

- Italian is proud of their language, so they do not pay much attention to other languages, including English. Tourists can check in at the big hotel, or order food in the large restaurants with English, but if they want to buy street food, affordable stores, ask for directions, or ask any interesting something, they should learn Italian.

China useful information

Cheap flights to China are currently offered by many prestigious airlines in the world. China is the world's most populous country with long historical cultural tradition. Also, China owns many landscapes fascinating landscapes.

Cheap flights to China

China is the largest country in North East Asia with an area of 9,571,300km² ranked the 4th position in the world after Russian Federation, America and Canada. The length from North to South is 4,000km and 5,000km from West to East. China has the longest combined land border in the world, bordering with (14 countries and territories), including Vietnam, Laos, North Korea, India, Russia, Mongolia, Kyrgyzstan, Nepal, Pakistan, Myanmar, Tajikistan, Kazakhstan, Afghanistan and Bhutan. Though its area only ranks No. 4, the population of China tops the world with nearly 1.4 billion people, more than 4 times the US population. With the large population, the China economy now has risen to stand at No. 2 in the world after the United States.

China terrain is quite diverse, mostly high and rugged with the high mountain area accounting for 60%. The terrain is higher in the west and lower in the east. Its topography extends across East Asia continent adjacent to the East China Sea, South China Sea, the Yellow Sea, the Bay of North Korea, North Korea and Vietnam. China coastal region is located in the east; the edge of island is fertile plateaus, desert and the vast prairies, hills and mountains and subtropical areas. The western half of the country is a basin sank in the massif, and the plateau, including the highest plateau on earth. China climate is very complex and diverse under the continental monsoon climate with four distinct seasons: hot summer, cold winter, cool autumn and spring. Therefore, tourists should pay attention to the condition of weather to book flights to China.

Tourist attractions in China

Chinese is too large so that visitors can visit and explore full beauty and charm of it in just a short period of time. So when traveling to Chinese visitors should carefully choose the attractions you want to visit only.

 

Tiananmen, the southern gate of the Imperial City

Beijing Capital is alway a preferred destination of tourists with many attractive places such as Forbidden Purple City - the place showing the peak of power and prosperity under two famous Chinese dynasties: Qing and Ming. Also, Tiananmen Square is the largest square in Beijing, Great Wall is the longest and most famous military defense work in the world, Yiheyuan is one of the most famous palaces of Chinese traditional garden art and many other attractions.  

Shanghai City

Shanghai is also a destination not to be missed during the journey to China. Shanghai Museum, Renaissance Park, Din Tai Fung- famous for dumplings, Dongtai road - paradise of unique souvenirs, Oriental Pearl Tower, Tan Thien Dia,  Huangpu River, Shanghai trading port, and so on are indispensable attractions in the city. In addition, if visitors prefer the bustling and vibrant, they should come to Shanghai to admire the skyscrapers with modern and aesthetic architecture, luxurious shopping malls and busy entertainment venues.

Jiuzhaigou Valley, Chengdu

Chengdu used-to-be the capital of China and is presently the cultural city of China. The city has the acculturation between modern culture of Europe and traditional culture of Asia. Coming here, tourists will have the opportunity to visit old towns in the heart of modern city. Also, Chengdu is the hometown of famous pandas China. Some attractions in Chengdu that should not ignore include Jiuzhaigou, Snow Mountain, Leshan Giant Buddha, Mount Emei, Wonder of Buddhism.

Panda in Sichuan Giant Panda Sanctuaries

Sichuan Giant Panda Sanctuaries attracts many tourists because this is home to rare animal species in danger of extinction, like red panda, snow leopard and clouded leopard. Those who love the tranquility and peace with wonderful landscapes should visit the Jiangsu, Anhui, Hunan and Shandong. Interestingly, when traveling to China, visitors should not miss the chance to learn about the unique Peking opera. This is a renowned cultural beauty of Chinese people. Other attractions that visitors should not drop by are the Silk Road, Huanglong scenic area, Lijiang Citadel, Fobidden City, Yungang Grottoes…

Airports in China

 

Beijing Capital International Airport Terminal 1

There are many domestic and interantional airports in China with many direct flights to  North East Asia. Tourists can choose flights from China at some major airports such as:

- Bejing Capital International Airport (Beijing, China),
- Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (Guangzhou, China)
- Huangshan Tunxi International Airport (Anhui)
- Shanghai Pudong International Airport (Shanghai, China),
- Changchun Longjia International Airport (Jilin)
- Wenzhou Longwan International Airport (Wenzhou)
- Nanchang Changbei International Airport (Jiangxi)
- Nanjing Lukou International Airport (Nanjing)
- Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport (Chengdu)
- Taiyuan Wusu International Airport
- Sanya Phoenix International Airport (Sanya)
- Beijing Nanyuan Airport (Beijing)
- Luoyang Beijiao Airport (Luoyang)

Currently, visitors who want to book cheap flights Vietnam - China, from Vietnam passengers can depart from at airports of Vietnam including Tan Son Nhat International Airport and Noi Bai International Airport, and some in China such as Beijing Capital International Airport, Shanghai Pudong International Airport... In addition, passengers can easily select flights of the reputable carriers operating cheap flights to South East Asia from China. Airlines operating cheap flights China to Vietnam are Vietnam Airlines, HongKong Airlines, China Southern Airlines, Singapore Airlines, Cathay Pacific Airways, China Eastern Airlines, and Sichuan Airlines…

Popular airlines in China and fly to China

First Airbus A330-300 China Eastern Airlines

The most popular carriers in China consist of Air China, China Eastern Airlines, China Southern Airlines, Shenzhen Airlines, Sichuan Airlines, Spring Airlines, Shanghai Airlines and Tianjin Airlines. These airlines are operating domestic and international cheap flights to Asia (including South East Asia, Northern Asia and North East Asia) and several countries in America, Africa and Europe. Major international airlines having cheap flights North East Asia and to China are Vietnam Airlines, AirAsia X, Air Astana, Cathay Pacific, Cebu Pacific, Hawaiian Airlines, Korean Air, Philippine Airlines, Scandinavian Airlines, S7 Airlines, Uzbekistan Airways, United Airlines, Ukraine International Airlines, Turkish Airlines, Turkmenistan Airlines, Transaero Airlines, Swiss International Air Lines, SriLankan Airlines, South African Airways, Singapore Airlines, Qatar Airways, Pakistan International Airlines, NordStar Airlines, MIAT Mongolian Airlines, Mega Maldives, Mahan Air, Japan Airlines, Iran Air, Finnair, Ethiopian Airlines, EgyptAir, Garuda Indonesia and other airlines. 

Other useful information

Beijing West Railway Station, China

- Visitors should bring necessary personal items to use during their trip, as many hotels in China do not provide these items; if not, they have to buy.

- When traveling by public transport in China, you should not make noise; and give your seat to pregnant women, the elderly, the disable, and children.

- Visitors should dress neatly and politely when visiting churches, temples or sacred places in this country. Do not sit or stand in front of the main Buddha Statue.

- Tourists should change money before departure.

- If having precious and valuable items or documents, tourists should have hotel’s receptionist to protect these items. If tourists leave them in room, the hotel will not be responsible for any lost or damage. 

- China has a modern and fast public transport system, so it is easy to connect destinations.

- Many Chinese people cannot speak English. Therefore, visitors should bring a bilingual book of dialog with Chinese or a small notebook recording the pronunciation of necessary words and sentences or they can find someone who knows Chinese to go with.

Book cheap flights to Australia of the prestigious airlines

Book cheap flights to Australia of the prestigious airlines, visitors will have the opportunity to experience and admire the beauty of the land of kangaroo with magnificent Opera House, endless beaches and large parks.

Cheap flights to Australia

Australia, officially Commonwealth of Australia, is a large country comprising the mainland of Australia, Tasmania Island and numerous smaller islands. It is the world's sixth largest country by total area of 7,686,850 square kilometers and has the population of about 24 million people. This is a large countries sharing border with many other countries. It is bordered East Timor, Indonesia, Papua New Guinea to the north, Vanuatu and Salomon Islands, Kanaky and Le Caillou (Nouvelle-Calédonie) in France to the northeast, and New Zealand to the southeast. Australia is located on the Indo-Australian Plate, surrounded by Pacific Ocean and Indian Ocean, separated from Asia by the Arafura and Timor seas, and the Tasman Sea lying between Australia and New Zealand. Compared to other continents in the world, Australia is the smallest continent but is the six-largest country in the world by the total area. This country has a long coastline up to 34,218km. Because Australia is isolated from other countries, so it is dubbed as "island continent"

Australian English is the most common language spoken in school, work offices, family with nearly 81% of population. Also, other common languages spoken at home are Italian (1.5%), Mandarin (1.7%), Cantonese (1.3%), Arabic (1.4%), Vietnamese (1.2%), Greek (1.3%). Because Australia has a large proportion of immigrants from previous generations, the first and second generation often use bilingual. According to the study, the most common language spoken by children is English, after English is Vietnamese, Greek, Chinese and Hindi. Under the constitution, the country has no state religion, they have very clear rules on religion. According to the survey data in 2011, Christians cover the majority of population with 61.1%, 22.3% of the population has no religion, 7.2% are non-Christian religions, the largest of these being Buddhism (2.5%), followed by Islam (2.2%), Hinduism (1.3%) and Judaism (0.5%). 

Its climate is significantly influenced by ocean currents which is correlated with periodic drought, and the seasonal tropical low-pressure system. Due to many factors, the rainfall vary markedly from year to year. Much of the northern part of the country has the tropical climate, mostly summer and winter. The southwest has the Mediterranean climate. Much of the southeast including Tasmania Islands is temperate climate.

Tourist attractions in Australia

Sydney Opera House

Pleasant climate, beautiful scenery and stunning beaches in Australia always attract numerous tourists around the world. It is difficult to explore and experience the beautiful country only in a short tour. Thus, tourists tends to visit the most famous attractions in Australia. Sydney will be listed on top. In addition to the natural beauty combined with modern features, Sydney appeals tourists should with impressive and unique architectures such as Sydney Opera House, Sydney Harbour Bridge, Sydney Aquarium and Uluru Rocks.

Uluru rocks

Blue Mountain Range in the west of Sydney has beautiful natural landscapes. Indispensable attractions in Blue Mountain include Kanangra Walls in Kanangra Boyd National Park- one of the most famous parks in Australia, Echo Pointin Katoomba City, Gordon Falls close to Leura, Govett's Leap in Blackheath, The Scenic Railway in Scenic World - the world's steepest railway, Cliff Drive in Katoomba and Leura, and mysterious Jenolan Caves.

Canberra from Mount Ainslie

Canberra is Australian peaceful capital with many unique architectural works, museum and gallery. Coming to Canberra, tourists should visit Canberra Museum and Gallery, National Science and Technology Center, war memorial, the National Museum of Australia, National Botanical Garden, National Exhibition, the National Library, the Parliament House and Black Mountain Tower. Interestingly, tourists have the opportunity to see kangaroos in The Pinnacle Nature Reserve.

Main Beach - Gold Coast, Queensland, Australia

Gold Coast with the most famous beaches of the country always attracts tourists. In particular, Surfers Paradise is an extremely ideal beach for entertainment on the waves like surf. It is very interesting if tourists have the time to explore gorgeous such as Greenmount Beach, Burleigh Heads, Broadbeach, Currumbin, North Burleigh, Tallebudgeera Creek, Snapper Rocks, Kirra and Rainbow Bay. Tourists will surely have a memorable trip when coming to the romantic and peaceful Birdsville town to see annual equestrian competitions at the weekend extremely attractive and exciting, or immerse in nature, walk through eucalyptus forests of Blue Mountain in New South Wales, or explore the beautiful bay of the Margaret river.

Airports in Australia

 

Sydney Airport from Carpark

Presently, there are two busiest airports in Australia as Sydney International Airport, Melbourne International Airport. These airports are exploiting daily flights direct to/ from Australia. Besides, tourists can choose flights from Australia at some major airports such as:

- Sydney Airport (Sydney)
- Melbourne Airport (Melbourne)
- Brisbane Airport (Queensland)
- Perth Airport (Western Australia)
- Adelaide Airport (South Australia)
- Hobart International Airport (Hobart)
- Port Hedland International Airport
- Broome International Airport (Broome)
- Canberra International Airport (Canberra)
- Cairns International Airport (Cairns)
- Port Lincoln Airport
- Great Barrier Reef Airport (Whitsunday)
- Gold Coast Airport (Gold Coast)

Currently, flights from Australia to Vietnam have destinations at two largest airports in Vietnam: Tan Son Nhat International Airport (Ho Chi Minh City) and Noi Bai International Airport (Hanoi). Tourists can easily select flights of the reputable carriers in Asia and Oceania. Airlines offering cheap flights Sydney - Ho Chi Minh City are Vietnam Airlines, China Southern Airlines, Asiana Airlines, Malaysia Airlines... Meanwhile, cheap flights Sydney - Hanoi are exploited by Malaysia Airlines, Vietnam Airlines, Singapore Airlines, Philippine Airlines, China Eastern Airlines, Asiana Airlines...

Popular airlines in Australia and to Australia

Qantas 747, SydneyAirport

Qantas is the most popular national airline in Australia. This is also one of the large carriers in the world. This airline has the enormous fleet and the best quality service. It is currently offering cheap flights to Oceania, countries in Asia and other continents like America, Canada, South Africa, British, Chile... Popular and low-cost airlines flying to Australia include  China Eastern Airlines, China Southern Airlines, Vietnam Airlines,Delta Air Lines, Etihad Airways, Air China, Air India, Cathay Pacific, Cebu Pacific, Etihad Airways, FIji AIrways, Garuda Indonesia, Indonesia AirAsia X, Malaysia Airlines, Air Niugini, Air Vanuatu, AirAsia X, Aircalin, Asiana Airlines, Virgin Samoa, Xiamen Airlines, Solomon Airlines, Sichuan Airlines, Scoot, Philippine Airlines, LAN Airlines, Hawaiian Airlines, Asiana Airlines, All Nippon Airways, American Airlines.

Other useful information

Brunswick Street, Victoria, Australia

- Nearly one third of Australian area is located in tropical climate zone. The rest lies in the temperate climate zone. In winter, June and August are the coldest months and the temperature falls below 0°C. In Summer, December and February are the hottest months with the temperature up to 40°C.

- Tourists should change money into US Dollar or Australian Dollar when visiting Australia. They should change money at banks, exchange foreign currency counters at the airport, hotels...

- Victoria market is the famous shopping place in Melbourne, while Paddington is the popular market in Sydney. If the tourist is a shoppaholic, she should reach areas as Brunwick St, Fitzroy in Melbourne and Oxford St, Paddington in Sydney. Tourists should not make noise or disorder in public places, crowded places, in restaurant, trains, buses...

- Tourists will have to declare to the Australian Customs if carrying cash over 10.000 AUD in cash or other currencies equivalent. If tourists bring traveler's checks or money orders, they will also have to declare if requested by customs at airport. If they are detected without declare, tourists will be severely punished. Thus, tourists should bring credit cards to make payment more convenient. If tourists carry valuable items such as gold, silver, laptop, camera, watch, electronics... with the total amount of over 900 AUD, remember to declare when entering.

- Like other countries, tipping is also an Australian culture. When tourists enter a restaurant or hotel, they should give a tip about 5 to 10% of the total amount of their bill.

- Australia has a convenient and modern transportation system, so tourists easily choose means such as aircraft, car, train and bus. If tourists want to explore many cities, they should travel by air. If they travel alone and want to reduce cost, bus is the most appreciate mean in the city.

How to book cheap flights to Myanmar?

Cheaps flights to Myanmar are currently offered by Vietnam Airlines and other airlines in Asia. Despite not bustling and hustling as the developed countries in Asia or Europe, Myanmar appeals tourists by its unique ancient beauty and its tranquility.

Cheaps flights to Myanmar

Myanmar is the second largest country in South East Asia with the total area of 676,578 square kilometers, after Indonesia. Its current capital is Naypyitaw. In terms of geographical location, Myanmar borders China to the north and northeast, Laos to the east, Thailand to the southeast, the Gulf of Belgan and Andaman of Indian Ocean to the south, India and Bangladesh to the west. Myanmar topography is relatively complicated with lowlands situated in the center and along the coast. Shan Highlands, Rakhine Mount and Bago Mount are located in respectively in the east, west and north. Weather in Myanmar is characterized by the tropical monsoon climate. The population of Myanmar is more than 51 million people (in 2014) with about 135 ethnic groups and various tribes. The main ethnic groups consist of the Burmese (Burma), the San, the Chinese, the Karen, the Indians, the Mon and other small nations. They live in different regions in Myanmar. 

Tourist attractions in Myanmar

The Shwedagon Paya in Yangon

Not just being the busiest destination in flights to Myanmar, Yangon is also the most attractive stopover in Myanmar with many fascinating attractions such as Shwedagon Pagoda (Golden Pagoda), Shwe Than Lyaung Pagoda, Mahapasana Guha Cave Temple, Wat Kyak Pun Paya, Kabaaye Temple, Kyauk Taw Gyi Pagoda, Shwemawdaw Paya Pagoda and many other attractions. Shwedagon Pagoda is considered the symbol of Myanmar and has the enormously spiritual significance for the people of the country where the Buddhism covers the majority. The whole body tower is gilded in gold plates, the top of tower was decorated with diamond, sapphire, ruby and yellow rattle. Many small temples around the main tower create very attractive and splendid architectural population. Tourists seem to enter the spiritual world full of mystery.

Atumashi Monastery

Another place that appeals many adherents who adore meditation is Atumashi Monastery in Mandalay. Shwe Oo Min is one of the most famous monasteries in Myanmar. Coming here, tourists have the opportunity to mediate and see the the magnificence, splendor of this monastery. Mahapasana cave is also an interesting place. This place keeps the original Buddhist scriptures and hosted Sixth Buddhism Conference in Myanmar. If tourists prefer unique art performances, they should come to Karaweik floating restaurant. This unique and famous restaurant appeals tourist coming to visit and enjoy the interesting and characteristic art performances of Myanmar people. Additionally, tourists should drop by the beautiful port city of Thanlyin to visit and explore Golden Pagoda, Portuguese Old Church and Yele Paya Pagoda.

Golden Rock Pagoda at sunset 

Golden Rock Pagoda located precariously on mountain at an altitude of 1100m and gilded gold along with Kyaiktyo Pagoda have created a unique architectural complex attracting tourists. Tourists must go through the Golden Rock before entering Kyaiktyo Pagoda. But note that, only men are allowed to touch the rock, while women can only see from a distance. In addition, tourists should also visit Bago City, Shwemadaw Pagoda, Bago Monastery, Shwethalyaung Buddha statue, and Sule Pagoda…

Airports in Myanmar

Yangon International Airport

Currently, domestic and international airports of Myanmar operate daily flights from Myanmar to different destinations in the region and in the world. Tourists can choose flights at following popular airports in Myanmar:

- Yangon International Airport
- Mandalay International Airport
- Myitkynia Airport
- Thandwe Airport
- Putao Airport
- Heho Airport

Tourists can easily find flights from Vietnam to Myanmar at 2 major international airports of Vietnam including Tan Son Nhat International Airport (Ho Chi Minh City) and Noi Bai International (Hanoi). Those who want to fly with the best airlines operating flights from Vietnam to Myanmar or flights from Myanmar to Vietnam can choose Vietnam Airlines and other suitable carriers. Ticket classes often have different prices and conditions. Fares can vary from time to time.  So tourists should pay attention. 

Popular airlines in Myanmar and fly to Myanmar

Myanmar Airways International Airbus A320-231

Myanma Airways and Myanmar Airways International are two major airlines in Myanmar. Among them, Myanmar Airways is offering mainly domestic flights in Myanmar and Myanmar Airways International is operating international cheap flights to South East Asia destinations such as Kuala Lumpur, Singapore, Bangkok... The popular airlines fly to Myanmar including Vietnam Airlines, Air China, Bangkok Airways, China Airlines, China Eastern Airlines, China Southern Airlines, Indian Airlines, Jetstar Asia, Malaysia Airlines, Nok Air, and Thai Airways International.

Other useful information

Yangon downtown at night 

- Streets in Yangon are not as crowded as Vietnam. Motorcycles are not allowed virtually to use on the road, the vehicle used mostly are cars. There is no jostle on road, jumping the red lights and honking loudly. Myanmar people are compliant ti traffic laws. It is hard to catch bus or taxi because of mostly none. So, tourists can travel by xiclo, rent car or walk.    

- Tourists should go shopping at famous markets in Yangon. Goods are abundant. The price is reasonable and affordable. The popular markets consist of Bogyoke Aung San and Mingalar. Bogyoke Aung San market sells a variety of clothing and traditional costumes of Myanmar and pretty nice souvenirs... Mingalar market is a traditional market in Myanmar with many items. 

- If tourists want to use Internet service at hotels, they should ask and check carefully with the hotel reception in advance using because the service price is quite high. Note that, many hotels do not supply this service. 

- Tourists should buy Sim card at hotels or large commercial centers. Tourists should buy Sim GMS for about 25-30usd / pcs. They are required to show their passport before purchasing. 

- Internet is mostly available in centers of big cities, but if using Internet service, the price is relatively high. Myanmar Government mostly controls Internet use tightly. If there is Internet connection, tourists are still not allowed to access to some popular social network sites like Facebook, Twitter, Yahoo, and Skype... only can use Gmail or G-talk. 

- Public phone booths are not popular in Myanmar. As Myanmar government control all international calls and must obtain permission before calling. Tourists should call at the post offices or a call from the hotel where tourists in, but note that tourists should ask service charges before calling.

- The official monetary of Myanmar is Kyat. So, tourists should change into Kyat to easily to spend. Or tourists can change into the US dollar with small denominations to spend. In particular, it is hard to use the pound or the euro when coming here. Tourists special attention is to bring cash to pay for living expenses and because there is few places accepting credit card payments, even in the restaurant to the center shopping, or luxury hotel.

- Tourists should remember to use your left hand when eating and use your right hand when giving something to someone. Because, according to the concept of Myanmar, if eating and giving something with left hand, it would be considered a rude act, since the left hand only use for personal hygiene.