Da-Da-Da Da Nang

Da Nang, Vietnam 8 to 13June 2016

As I am writing, I am humming to this Silk Air radio commercial promoting Da Nang as one of its destinations. Although it was an old commercial (maybe back in 2002 / 2003), I can remember clearly how it went Da-Da-Da Da Nang, Da Nang, Da Nang … amidst waves lapping the shore in the background.Even Jarod remembers this commercial and soon Ashley begins humming to it too.

Never have I looked forward to a break as much after what had been a hectic first half of 2016. ZA was hospitalised for 2 weeks in March after suffering from Klebsiella Pneumoniae, followed by the passing of my grandmother just before SA1 began for Ashley.We had planned to visit Osaka and its neighbouring regions – Kyoto, Nara and Kobe in June but ditched it as we needed a relaxing holiday. Singapore Airlines kindly waived the cancellation of our redemption tickets. Instead, we will be headed to Da Nang from 8 to 13 June.

 

Da Nang came to mind while searching for a new holiday destination. It was still available for mileage redemption. Since we have been to Bali and Phuket, we thought we’ll give Da Nang a try. We have not been to Vietnam and were wowed by the 2 bedroom beachfront pool suite at Angsana Lang Co, which is nestled in the foothills of the “Truong Son” mountains and looks out over a magnificent sandy beach. Lang Co is in Thua Thien-Hue Province in the district of Phu Loc, Central Vietnam. It is also a good base to visit three UNESCO World Heritage Sites – the charming old town of Hoi An, imperial city of Hue and My Son’s Cham Kingdom Sanctuaries. We will be flying to Da Nang International Airport and thereafter,  take a complimentary shuttle service to the resort which is about 55km away.

Wed 8 June 2016

Depart Singapore for Da Nang (MI636 1350/1540)

Check in Angsana Lang Co. We have a reservation for a 159 square metre 2 bedroom beachfront pool suite! Check out the floor plan. We are so excited!

Dinner at Be Than Restaurant or Viet Long Restaurant (Floating restaurant)

Thur 9 June to Sun 12 June 2016

Xin Chao!

Our stay includes daily complimentary breakfast.

No specific plans but some of the places and activities are:

• Visit Hoi An – a charming ancient town (book complimentary transfer service at hotel front desk 8am /9pm). This UNESCO Heritage Site has preserved its Southeast Asian trading port history dating back to the 14th century. Hoi An hosts a variety of traditional goods, sumptuous food, craft villages, and quaint streets lined with beautiful shops and cafes.

Restaurants in Hoi An – Bale Well / Morning Glory / Mermaid Restaurant / Streets Restaurant Cafe (Dinner) / Seedlings / Miss Ly Cafeteria 22 / Reaching Out Cafe

Food to try in Hoi An – Cao Lau (rice noodles) / Banh Bao Vac (white rose dumpling) / Banh Mi (Vietnamese Sandwich at Banh Mi Phuong), Banh Xeo (Vietnamese Crispy Pancake)

Things to do – Visit Japanese Bridge / Floating a flower lantern / The colourful Vietnamese lanterns of Hoi An

Shopping in Hoi An – Bebe Cloth Shop Tailor / Mr Xe Tailor / Yaly / Night Market

• Visit Ba Na Hills – take the world’s longest cable car up to Ba Na Hills. Visit the attractions and theme park.

Restaurant in Da Nang – Fatfish Restaurant & Lounge Bar (overlooking Han River)

• Tee off at the Sir Nick Faldo-designed 18-hole Laguna Lang Co championship golf course. (For ZA and Jarod)
• Laze in the resort pool and follow its meandering way as it winds more than 300 metres around the entire resort
• Water sports – jet ski, banana boat and kayaking
• Join in activities hosted by Angsana Kids Club (Ashley)
• ATV Safari
• Visit the local fishing village
• Try the traditional Vietnam Basket Boat along the canal
• Vietnamese traditional arts & craft
• Restaurants in Angsana – Market Place, Rice Bowl, Moomba
• Restaurants in neighbouring Banyan Tree – Azura, The Water Court, Saffron (signature dining)
• Restaurant in Golf Club – Terrace Cafe

Mon 13 Jun 2016

Breakfast at hotel

Take the complimentary shuttle service to Da Nang International Airport.

Depart Da Nang for Singapore (SQ5035/MI635 1705/2050)

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