The traditional Folk Art of Dong Ho Folk Paintings is centuries old. It originated in Dong Ho Village, Bac Ninh Province, 35km from Hanoi, where it can still be seen today. Years ago, Dong Ho paintings were a much-treasured decoration, […]
The scorching heat is fast approaching in Thailand where we reside. Drawn by cooler April temperatures and fueled by our love for Vietnamese food, we embarked on a 4-day vacation to Hanoi with our two young children Impeccable Service From […]
Let us tempt you with our full day tour by private car to the city of Da Nang and surrounding area. Da Nang is one of Vietnam’s international gateways, a major port and the largest city in central Vietnam –much […]
Vietnam does not have a recognizable signature massage therapy unique to the country, unlike for example Thailand. However, over the centuries Vietnamese society has practiced massage techniques focused on preventing and treating disease. Traditional Vietnamese therapy combines techniques around Vietnam […]
I’m walking through the foyer of Hanoi La Siesta Hotel Trendy, about to leave for a morning tour, when every front-desk employee looks up at me, smiles, and sings out, one after the other, like a Vietnamese a capella group, “Have […]
The Lotus flower has been voted Vietnam’s national flower. Usually pink and white, though other colors do occur, the flower enjoys warm sunlight and is intolerant of the cold. Planted in the mud at the bottom of ponds and rivers […]
In January 2017 following a rebrand, EHG’s Essence Hoi An Hotel & Spa was relaunched with a new sophisticated identity as it joined the ranks of EHG’s La Siesta brand. The 4-star hotel was transformed into a 5-star standard resort, […]
Vu Thi Chinh, Receptionist – E Central Hotel Every year 10,000 people move from the countryside to Hanoi. Unskilled labor and students make up a significant proportion. Like so many young people, Chinh moved from her village to Hanoi to […]
Fiona Connolly combs the country’s charms in search of the ultimate spots for lovebirds. We set out for 10 days of fun when we booked Vietnam, but little did we expect to find one of the most romantic places on […]
Many Hanoians say that Hanoi cuisine is the best in Vietnam and in addition, the city boasts many first when it comes to food. One of the first dishes that comes to mind when thinking of Vietnam is of course […]
“A boutique retreat, a stone’s throw from Hoi An old town” Here, you will experience the cultural art of luxury hospitality in Hoi An Staying with us is your chance to relax in a boutique retreat reflecting the essence of […]
“A boutique retreat, a stone’s throw from Hoi An old town” Here, you will experience the cultural art of luxury hospitality in Hoi An Staying with us is your chance to relax in a boutique retreat reflecting the essence of […]
Vietnam does not have a recognizable signature massage therapy unique to the country, unlike for example Thailand. However, over the centuries Vietnamese society has practiced massage techniques focused on preventing and treating disease. Traditional Vietnamese therapy combines techniques from north […]
A warm welcome to all our Hanoi guests as we turn our attention to summer in Hanoi. Please enjoy this edition of EHG Post, with information relating to our hospitality group, new initiatives and promotions to help you make the […]
A warm welcome to all our Hoi An guests as we turn our attention to summer in Hoi An. Please enjoy this edition of Hoi An Post, with information relating to our hospitality group, new initiatives and promotions to help […]
Attending a cooking class is a fascinating opportunity to understand more about a country’s culture and society. Learning how to prepare iconic and symbolically important dishes is one of the best ways to discover what makes a nation tick. Red […]
Let us introduce you to our “all-in Hoi An Essential Package” in the No.1 luxury brand La Siesta Hoi An Hotel & Spa. This package is a wonderful way to spend a three-night vacation to the UNESCO World Heritage site […]
Hanoi La Siesta Hotel & Spa opened in 2014 and is EHG’s first of the La Siesta brand – a brand that signals an elevated status and more sophisticated service offering. The hotel is the brand’s classic representation hence known […]
Exhibition: 20 Apr – 20 May 2018, 9.30 am – 6.30 pm Dong Phong Art Gallery From Dong Phong Art Gallery: The mini exhibition “Happy Zone” by artist Do Thuy Hang will be held at Dong Phong Art Gallery from 20 […]
Hanoi La Siesta Hotel & Spa has been selected as a recipient of the TripExpert Experts’ Choice Award. Fewer than 2% of hotels worldwide receive the award Based on 1M+ reviews from 85 different publications, the award is bestowed on only […]
