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21 March 2012




Top 5 things to do in Hue
Feature of La Residence
                          La Residence
Editor’s Note
The rise of budget airlines has increased leisure travel
to countries within the region, and effectively brought
prominence to the individual traveller. Unlike popular
belief, those taking budget airlines might not necessarily
come with matching shoestring budgets. Take a trip to this
week’s featured destination, Hue, in Vietnam for example.
International travellers might save on their trip to Hue,
as they know that they still have to transfer at either
Ho Chi Minh City or Hanoi. However, they might then
redirect their savings towards pampering themselves at
this week’s featured hotel, La Residence Hotel & Spa in
Hue. Budget airlines have inadvertently brought about
this interesting phenomenon or what some may call a
juxtaposition.




James Chen | Editor, Asia Travel Exclusives
james@interfacemedia.com.sg




Editor’s Pick                                                     Contents
Accommodation promotions in Hue

La Residence Hotel & Spa in Hue has some exciting promotions      Feature: La Residence Hotel & Spa	                        4
for travellers looking to visit Vietnam’s central province.
                                                                  Top 5 things to do in Hue	                                6

Easter in Hue
The package includes two nights in a Superior room, a taste
of Hue cuisine with a cooking class for two at the Terrace,
                                                                  Publisher
Welcome fruit basket and even a chocolate bunny!                  Raymond Wong • raymond@interfacemedia.com.sg

                                                                  Editor
                                                                  James Chen • james@interfacemedia.com.sg
Cost: USD160nett per person (based on double occupancy).
                                                                  Sales Director
Valid from 20th March - 10th April 2012                           Rainer Huang • rainer@interfacemedia.com.sg

                                                                  Web
                                                                  Sam Soh • sam@interfacemedia.com.sg
Hue Festival                                                      Franco Nelo M. Sevilleja • franco@interfacemedia.com.sg
•	 Stay 3 nights and pay only 2 nights
	 The Superior room starts from USD161nett.
	 Valid from 7th – 30th April 2012.


•	 Celebrate Hue Festival with two nights in the Superior room,
   hassle free airport transfer and a Vietnamese / Western
   dinner for 2 at Le Parfum Restaurant
for only USD165 per       • Published by Interface Media Pte Ltd
                                                                  10 Ubi Crescent, #05-60 Ubi Techpark Singapore 408564
   person (based on dual occupancy).                              TEL: +65-66353 173 | FAX: +65-66353 174


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La Residence Hue on Asia Travel Exclusive
Feature: La Residence Hotel & Spa




                                                                 Exterior of La Residence

                                                                 A member of the MGallery brand,
                                                                 La Residence Hue Hotel & Spa is
                                                                 an enchanting boutique hotel on
                                                                 the banks of the fabled Perfume
                                                                 River overlooking the former
                                                                 Imperial Citadel – once home to
                                                                 Emperors and now a UNESCO
                                                                 World Heritage Site.

                                                                 A throw back to a bygone era
                                                                 Brimming with nostalgia
                                                                 and modernity, which gives
                                                                 the hotel its character, this
                                                                 former residence of the French
                                                                 Colonial governor (and hence
                                                                 the name ‘La Residence’), has
                                                                 been painstakingly restored and
                                                                 refashioned into an exceptional
                                        Entering La Residence    design hotel. The hotel’s
                                                                 distinctive bowed façade, long
                                                                 horizontal lines and nautical
                                                                 flourishes are hallmarks of
                                                                 architecture in the 1930s.

                                                                 With 122 rooms and suites,
                                                                 great care has been taken to
                                                                 preserve the charm, comfort and
                                                                 atmosphere of this classic colonial
                                                                 boutique hotel. The essence of
                                                                 La Residence historic past is
                                                                 captured through sensitive use of
                                                                 local materials, art deco inspired
                                                                 design and careful attention to
                                                                 detail, with most rooms having
                                                                 breathtaking views across the
              A Theme Colonial Suite   Le Gouverneur’s Terrace   Perfume River to the imposing
                                                                 flag staff of the Citadel beyond.

          4      21 March 2012
Spa Entrance




Experience the High Life              Le Parfum Restaurant
The first high end spa in Hue, Le
Spa at La Residence is inspired
by the same art deco aesthetics,
that permeate the building, which
includes the original stained glass
design.
                                                             Le Gouverneur’s Bar
The spa indulges 380sqm with 7
relaxation rooms and also features
a herbal sauna and Jacuzzi. What
better way to celebrate this


                                                                                   21 March 2012
discovery of a lost world than
to indulge in a spa session with
a global selection of luxurious
treatments to choose from.

Gastronomical Delights
Food is a passion at La Residence.                                                 5
At Le Parfum, talented Chefs
experiment with creative
Vietnamese and European, namely
French flavours. These fusion
dishes are made with Hue’s fresh
and vibrant produce combined
with top quality imported specialty
ingredients. The dominant focus
at Le Gouverneur, the bar at La
Residence is a spectacular fresco
created by French Artist Roland
Renaud who was inspired by
inspired by wall paintings found
on several art deco buildings in
                                                                                     r
                                                                            az e ou




France. Note the sexy red interior
                                                                         ag e o




décor which screams French.
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                                                                              in
                                                                               c
                                                                            bs
                                                                          Su

                                                                        m
Thien Mu Pagoda




Top 5 things to do in Hue
Located in Central Vietnam on the
banks of the Perfume River, the
province of Hue is one which has
much historical significance as Hanoi
and Ho Chi Minh City in modern day
Vietnam. It is now classified as one of
the UNESCO World Heritage Sites.

Hue served as the imperial capital
of Vietnam in the 17th and 18th
centuries under the Nguyen dynasty,
with Emperor Gia Long, first ruler of
the Nguyen dynasty, making it the
national capital of united Vietnam
in 1802, a position that it held
until 1945. It is well known for its
monuments and architecture of an era
gone by.

With close to 1 million people, Hue
rose to prominence under the dynasty
which dominated much of Southern
Vietnam from the 17th to the 19th
century. In fact, Hue was Vietnam’s
administrative center until 1945, when
Emperor Bao Dai, the last Emperor of
the last dynasty in Vietnam, abdicated
and the communist government,
which subsequently took over,
relocated the administrative capital to     Royal Tombs
Hanoi up north.

                                 6        21 March 2012
Thien Mu Pagoda
Also known as the pagoda of the old celestial goddess, Thien Mu
Pagoda overlooks the bank of the Perfume River. The 21-meter tall
tower, a 2000-kilogram bell cast in 1710 and a stele from 1715 are the
prime attractions of the Pagoda.

Royal Tombs
The tombs of past Royalties are important symbols to Vietnam’s
imperial past. They include the tombs of Khai Dinh, Tu Duc and Minh
Mang. All former emperors of Vietnam.

The Citadel
Possibly one of the most recognizable tourist landmarks in Hue, The
Citadel’s most prominent feature is its tall flag tower. This former site
of the old capitol has a moat and ten ornate gates guarding a palace,
temples, gardens and tombs.

Forbidden Purple City
Reportedly fashioned after the Forbidden City in Beijing, most of it
stands completely destroyed, due to the Tet Offensive, the spared
remains though are a nostalgic reminder of the Nguyen dynasty.

The Perfume River
The Perfume River is 30km long river that is resultant of the meeting
of the Ta Trach (Left Tributary) and Huu Trach (Right Tributary) meet at
the junction of Bang Lang fork. Running among peaks, jungle trees and
plants, the river brings with it fragrances of tropical flora and hence
the Perfume River.                                                          Forbidden City of Hue


                                                                                                    Perfume River




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For more than 8 decades the grandiose Governor’s mansion has looked out across the Perfume River
towards Hue’s Imperial Citadel. Now converted to a boutique art-deco hotel, MGallery La Residence Hotel
                and Spa still has a charm that evokes a bygone era of style and romance.




     5 Le Loi Street , Hue City, Vietnam
             Tel: +84 (0)5 43 83 7 4 75
             Fax: +84(0)5 43 83 7 4 76
   Email: resa@la-residence-hue.com

           www.la-residence-hue.com
                   www.mgallery.com

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  • 1. 21 March 2012 Top 5 things to do in Hue Feature of La Residence La Residence
  • 2. Editor’s Note The rise of budget airlines has increased leisure travel to countries within the region, and effectively brought prominence to the individual traveller. Unlike popular belief, those taking budget airlines might not necessarily come with matching shoestring budgets. Take a trip to this week’s featured destination, Hue, in Vietnam for example. International travellers might save on their trip to Hue, as they know that they still have to transfer at either Ho Chi Minh City or Hanoi. However, they might then redirect their savings towards pampering themselves at this week’s featured hotel, La Residence Hotel & Spa in Hue. Budget airlines have inadvertently brought about this interesting phenomenon or what some may call a juxtaposition. James Chen | Editor, Asia Travel Exclusives james@interfacemedia.com.sg Editor’s Pick Contents Accommodation promotions in Hue La Residence Hotel & Spa in Hue has some exciting promotions Feature: La Residence Hotel & Spa 4 for travellers looking to visit Vietnam’s central province. Top 5 things to do in Hue 6 Easter in Hue The package includes two nights in a Superior room, a taste of Hue cuisine with a cooking class for two at the Terrace, Publisher Welcome fruit basket and even a chocolate bunny! Raymond Wong • raymond@interfacemedia.com.sg Editor James Chen • james@interfacemedia.com.sg Cost: USD160nett per person (based on double occupancy). Sales Director Valid from 20th March - 10th April 2012 Rainer Huang • rainer@interfacemedia.com.sg Web Sam Soh • sam@interfacemedia.com.sg Hue Festival Franco Nelo M. Sevilleja • franco@interfacemedia.com.sg • Stay 3 nights and pay only 2 nights The Superior room starts from USD161nett. Valid from 7th – 30th April 2012. • Celebrate Hue Festival with two nights in the Superior room, hassle free airport transfer and a Vietnamese / Western dinner for 2 at Le Parfum Restaurant
for only USD165 per • Published by Interface Media Pte Ltd 10 Ubi Crescent, #05-60 Ubi Techpark Singapore 408564 person (based on dual occupancy). TEL: +65-66353 173 | FAX: +65-66353 174 2 21 March 2012
  • 4. Feature: La Residence Hotel & Spa Exterior of La Residence A member of the MGallery brand, La Residence Hue Hotel & Spa is an enchanting boutique hotel on the banks of the fabled Perfume River overlooking the former Imperial Citadel – once home to Emperors and now a UNESCO World Heritage Site. A throw back to a bygone era Brimming with nostalgia and modernity, which gives the hotel its character, this former residence of the French Colonial governor (and hence the name ‘La Residence’), has been painstakingly restored and refashioned into an exceptional Entering La Residence design hotel. The hotel’s distinctive bowed façade, long horizontal lines and nautical flourishes are hallmarks of architecture in the 1930s. With 122 rooms and suites, great care has been taken to preserve the charm, comfort and atmosphere of this classic colonial boutique hotel. The essence of La Residence historic past is captured through sensitive use of local materials, art deco inspired design and careful attention to detail, with most rooms having breathtaking views across the A Theme Colonial Suite Le Gouverneur’s Terrace Perfume River to the imposing flag staff of the Citadel beyond. 4 21 March 2012
  • 5. Spa Entrance Experience the High Life Le Parfum Restaurant The first high end spa in Hue, Le Spa at La Residence is inspired by the same art deco aesthetics, that permeate the building, which includes the original stained glass design. Le Gouverneur’s Bar The spa indulges 380sqm with 7 relaxation rooms and also features a herbal sauna and Jacuzzi. What better way to celebrate this 21 March 2012 discovery of a lost world than to indulge in a spa session with a global selection of luxurious treatments to choose from. Gastronomical Delights Food is a passion at La Residence. 5 At Le Parfum, talented Chefs experiment with creative Vietnamese and European, namely French flavours. These fusion dishes are made with Hue’s fresh and vibrant produce combined with top quality imported specialty ingredients. The dominant focus at Le Gouverneur, the bar at La Residence is a spectacular fresco created by French Artist Roland Renaud who was inspired by inspired by wall paintings found on several art deco buildings in r az e ou France. Note the sexy red interior ag e o décor which screams French. fr ribe t e in c bs Su m
  • 6. Thien Mu Pagoda Top 5 things to do in Hue Located in Central Vietnam on the banks of the Perfume River, the province of Hue is one which has much historical significance as Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh City in modern day Vietnam. It is now classified as one of the UNESCO World Heritage Sites. Hue served as the imperial capital of Vietnam in the 17th and 18th centuries under the Nguyen dynasty, with Emperor Gia Long, first ruler of the Nguyen dynasty, making it the national capital of united Vietnam in 1802, a position that it held until 1945. It is well known for its monuments and architecture of an era gone by. With close to 1 million people, Hue rose to prominence under the dynasty which dominated much of Southern Vietnam from the 17th to the 19th century. In fact, Hue was Vietnam’s administrative center until 1945, when Emperor Bao Dai, the last Emperor of the last dynasty in Vietnam, abdicated and the communist government, which subsequently took over, relocated the administrative capital to Royal Tombs Hanoi up north. 6 21 March 2012
  • 7. Thien Mu Pagoda Also known as the pagoda of the old celestial goddess, Thien Mu Pagoda overlooks the bank of the Perfume River. The 21-meter tall tower, a 2000-kilogram bell cast in 1710 and a stele from 1715 are the prime attractions of the Pagoda. Royal Tombs The tombs of past Royalties are important symbols to Vietnam’s imperial past. They include the tombs of Khai Dinh, Tu Duc and Minh Mang. All former emperors of Vietnam. The Citadel Possibly one of the most recognizable tourist landmarks in Hue, The Citadel’s most prominent feature is its tall flag tower. This former site of the old capitol has a moat and ten ornate gates guarding a palace, temples, gardens and tombs. Forbidden Purple City Reportedly fashioned after the Forbidden City in Beijing, most of it stands completely destroyed, due to the Tet Offensive, the spared remains though are a nostalgic reminder of the Nguyen dynasty. The Perfume River The Perfume River is 30km long river that is resultant of the meeting of the Ta Trach (Left Tributary) and Huu Trach (Right Tributary) meet at the junction of Bang Lang fork. Running among peaks, jungle trees and plants, the river brings with it fragrances of tropical flora and hence the Perfume River. Forbidden City of Hue Perfume River 21 March 2012 7 r az e ou ag e o fr ribe t e in c bs Su m
  • 8. For more than 8 decades the grandiose Governor’s mansion has looked out across the Perfume River towards Hue’s Imperial Citadel. Now converted to a boutique art-deco hotel, MGallery La Residence Hotel and Spa still has a charm that evokes a bygone era of style and romance. 5 Le Loi Street , Hue City, Vietnam Tel: +84 (0)5 43 83 7 4 75 Fax: +84(0)5 43 83 7 4 76 Email: resa@la-residence-hue.com www.la-residence-hue.com www.mgallery.com