Vietnam

Christine Galle-Luczak: Redefining Luxury for the Modern Traveller

With more than 20 years bridging the world’s most exclusive destinations with Asia’s discerning elite, Christine Galle-Luczak, Founder of Heavens Portfolio, reflects on the true essence of luxury. In this candid interview, she shares how purpose, emotion, and storytelling are shaping a new era of hospitality.

Where Every Gathering Finds Its Place

From corporate meetings to elegant weddings, Equatorial Ho Chi Minh City offers versatile event spaces, dedicated service, and a consistent standard of hospitality in a well-connected city location. With spacious venues and thoughtful event coordination, it’s a trusted destination for seamless, memorable gatherings.

A Sanctuary of Serenity by the Sea

Nestled along the pristine shores of Mui Ne, Anantara Mui Ne Resort offers an idyllic escape where body, mind, and spirit find harmony amid the natural wonders of Vietnam. Fringed by golden sands and embraced by the sea, this tropical haven captivates with panoramic views as sunrise and sunset unfold along a single, breathtaking horizon.

Sommeliers: Redefining Vietnam’s Culinary Scene

Vietnam’s new wave of sommeliers is doing more than pouring wine—they’re uncorking culture. Backed by the relaunched Vietnam Sommelier Association – VSA, these tastemakers, with deep roots in tradition and a sophisticated global outlook, are redefining how the world experiences Vietnamese cuisine.

Whisper of an Indochine Summer

Bathed in the warm glow of the Gulf of Thailand, where the sea shimmers like silk beneath the midday sun, La Veranda Resort – MGallery emerges like a wistful dream from another time. Set within a French colonial-style seaside mansion, the resort captures the romance of 1950s Indochina: a sanctuary where barefoot luxury meets the elegance of a bygone era.

Taste of Heritage: A New Culinary Journey Unfolds at Muối, Meliá Vinpearl Cam Ranh

The launch of Muối – Vietnamese restaurant & bar – at Meliá Vinpearl Cam Ranh Beach Resort is marked by “Taste of Heritage”, a private dining experience curated by three standout culinary forces. From native herbs to line-caught seafood, each dish celebrates the rich tapestry of Vietnam’s gastronomy through sustainable, story-driven cuisine.

An Ocean of Lotus and Light

In a world stirred by uncertainty and shifting tides, Banyan Tree Lăng Cô emerges as a sanctuary of stillness on Vietnam’s central coast. From May to September, the resort is graced by lotus blooms, sun-drenched shores, and mountain-kissed horizons—offering a summer not defined by noise, but by renewal.

Sips Above the Clouds

High in Vietnam’s misty mountains, Hotel de la Coupole Sapa – MGallery Collection celebrates World Cocktail Month with creative flair. A rooftop bar inspired by the elegance of 1920s–1930s French Indochine and the allure of French haute couture, featuring limited-edition glassware and a curated menu of exquisite cocktails, offers guests not just a drink, but a sensorial journey of craftsmanship, culture, and highland sophistication.

Paul Hsu: Three Decades of Culinary Vision

From sweet American pies to soulful Chinese classics, Paul Hsu has spent over three decades shaping how Asia eats. As the founder of Elite Concepts, he crafts not just restaurants, but stories – each one rooted in intuition, memory, and a quiet belief in the transformative power of food.