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Exercises for Busy Executives

By Phil Kelly – Director Body Expert Systems While it may seem like there’s a magic pill for everything these days, exercise is one aspect of your life that is a worthy investment of your time and effort. Far from being a mere aid for weight loss or body sculpting, regular physical activity can improve all aspects of your life—from cognitive function and emotional well-being to long-term health and longevity. It’s very important to realize that any movement is better than no movement at all. No matter how busy you are, making time for your health is essential to living a..
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Why We Ride Living the Motorbike Life in Vietnam

Why We Ride: Living the Motorbike Life in Vietnam

Members of the Business Executive Network reveal why being “on the road” in Vietnam is more about the journey than the destination. Do you remember your first ride in Vietnam? Can you describe it? Sam Conroy, Managing Director at CEA Project Logistics Vietnam "My first multi day trip was with a school friend and his father-in-law. We traveled to Dalat, Nha Trang, Phan Thiet, Vung Tau and then to Can Tho on 125 scooters. We packed very light and had no digital maps, and enjoyed ourselves immensely." Matt Millard, Founder and CEO Purple Asia "In 2014, Harley-Davidson launched in Vietnam..
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Exceptional Places To Stay In Vietnam

Exceptional Places To Stay In Vietnam

Vietnam offers an excellent selection of accommodations that cater specifically to the needs of the discerning corporate traveler. In this article, we unveil a curated collection of exceptional hotels, where business and leisure converge in some of Vietnam’s most unforgettable destinations. Six Senses Ninh Van BayThe Ultimate in Sustainable Luxury Six Senses Ninh Van Bay combines luxury, eco-consciousness, and complete relaxation. Renowned for its wellness and sustainability achievements in Vietnam, Six Senses Ninh Van Bay sits on a dramatic bay with golden sand and a backdrop of towering mountains. The family-friendly resort has 62 pool villas and several bars and..
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A Celebration of French Style at Sofitel Saigon Plaza

A Celebration of French Style at Sofitel Saigon Plaza

Sofitel Saigon Plaza is an international 5-star luxury hotel brand managed by Accor. Located on Le Duan Boulevard in the heart of the city, Sofitel Saigon Plaza is just a short walk from the headquarters of international corporations and shopping malls. With its classic French style blended seamlessly with modern elegance, Sofitel Saigon Plaza presents an unrivaled experience for discerning tourists and business travelers who love French style.
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Beyond Bed + Breakfast – Exploring Immersive Travel Post Pandemic

      By Linh Le Principal & Co-Founder at LUXPERIA DMC COLLECTIVE When it comes to recalling the memory of a destination, little does one think about the price paid for the trip. We recall the type of room/s we had, the style of the hotel or resort, and the memorable tastes we enjoyed from that region. As a Destination Management Company, LUXPERIA is responsible for the creation of these memories. We connect the dots of how to get there and where to sleep while tailoring the tour to the tastes of the travellers. Frequently, we work with management..
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Capella Hanoi, An Eternal Celebration of Opera in the Roaring Twenties

The magnificent Capella Hanoi brings its enchanting beauty to one of the city’s most desirable locations – Hoan Kiem in Hanoi's nostalgic quarter. Adjacent to the iconic Hanoi Opera House, Capella Hanoi was dreamt up by Bill Bensley, the acclaimed architect behind Capella Ubud, Bali, the No. 1 Hotel in the World in 2020. Capella Hanoi was conceived of as a palace of revelry during opera's halcyon days. Behind the gilded door, the story begins. Guests can imagine opera's greatest artists, singers, composers, set and costume designers flocking to this rendezvous spot after the final curtain call.  Within the 47-rooms..
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Make Golf Fun Again    

Craig Brogan from BroSports has been in the golf business in Vietnam since 2005. He explains why it's high time for golf to focus on truly entertaining its fans.  By Craig Brogan - “Brogolfer” It’s been a tough time for most since the calendar ticked over into the ’20s; social life stopped, and golf was no exception. So, it’s time to get things going again!  Golf is one of the toughest sports around, pitting players against themselves and the course itself. The golf industry has long been steeped in tradition, with no shortage of rules involved. So many rules, in..
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Is Going Vegetarian a Power Move?

  By Chelsea Gallagher and Molly Headley From ancient Greek philosophers to modern-day heavy hitters in politics, business, and sports, vocal advocates for vegan/vegetarian lifestyles have been around for centuries. We interviewed three members of the Saigon business community, who have renounced meat, to find out why more and more leaders are making the switch.    Plant-based diets are nothing new.  Take the calendar back to 580 BC when Pythagoras was busy scrawling down equations that would eventually become the cornerstone of modern mathematics. We all know that Pythagoras had a big brain, but it’s lesser known that he also had..
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Great Choices for Business Lunches in Ho Chi Minh City & Hanoi 

Business lunches are always a fine balance between finding a place that respects your busy schedule and equally delivers value for money. As the President of the Vietnamese chapter of La Chaîne des Rôtisseurs, the world’s oldest and most respected gastronomic and hospitality society, it’s my job to stay on top of what’s happening in the F&B and Hospitality industries throughout Vietnam, while showing the world that this country offers more than cheap beers and plastic stools. My top restaurant picks might just give you enough confidence to venture out for a great business lunch away from your regular haunt...
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The Focus Is Fine – For Those Seeking Investment Alter Natives To The Real And Stock Markets, Fine Art Photography Could Be Worth A Look

Steady technological advance has brought fine art photography as an investment proposition to its peak. For world-renowned photographer Réhahn—whose iconic portraits taken in Vietnam (as well as Cuba, Malaysia and India) have earned him a reputation as someone who ‘captures souls’—it has seen collectors pay in excess of €100,000 for limited edition prints of his work. What is it that inspires people to pay such large sums for items that, in theory at least, are perfectly replicable? And how should market speculators assess the world of photography to ensure they’re making a good investment? According to Réhahn himself—who emphatically advises..
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Hoa Binh Province Targets Transformation into Vietnam’s Premier Golf Destination by 2050

Working On Well-Being – There Are Real-World Tools For Measuring And Improving The Well-Being Of Yourself And Your Employees

It might be an overused term these days, but there are real-world tools for measuring and improving the well-being of yourself and your employees. Do you remember, or can you imagine, an experience of feeling safe, confident, purposeful, competent enough to face adversity, independent and indomitable? Couple this with a sense of peace and genuine joy for yourself and others. Take a moment. The circumstances are different for everyone, but the feeling is the same. This, my friends, is the experience of well-being. Well-being has become one of the most talked-about ‘buzzwords’ in business and leadership circles. Many claim it’s..
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Chef Hoang Tung – Spotlight On One Of Vietnam’s Most Innovative Chefs

By Tracie May-Wagner One of the most highly respected fine dining chefs in Vietnam, at a mere 28 years old, Chef Hoang Tung has evolved and elevated the traditional concept of Vietnamese fine dining through his two successful namesake restaurants, T.U.N.G Dining and A by T.U.N.G. Drawing inspiration from his travels across northern Europe, where he apprenticed under numerous Michelin starred fine dining chefs, his philosophy of T.U.N.G – Twisted, Unique, Natural, Gastronomique – is the mantra for his culinary vision. Presenting an Omakase-style, 20-course tasting menu, he conducts a symphony of flavors, textures, and scents for his guests daily..
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