The Zip Line V3.24 December, 2011 The Land of Eternal Optimists

 
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 V3.24 December, 2011
Land of Eternal Optimists
Vietnam is an endearing mix of old and new; a nation of determined optimists who have weathered war after war, survived colonialism and communism, and are now coming to grips with the world of capitalism. Inland, peasant women in conical hats still tend to their fields, while in the city the hustle and bustle of the people and the buzz of motorbikes bring you back to the 21st century. Vietnam is a treat to your senses: discover one of the most enriching, enlivening and exotic countries on earth.
   
 
     
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Hilton Hanoi Opera
   
   
Nature has blessed Vietnam with soaring mountains, a majestic coastline and radiant rice fields. This is a place where the colors are more vivid, where the landscapes are bolder, and where the history is more compelling. Fiercely protective of their independence and sovereignty, the Vietnamese are gracious and welcoming to tourists. From Hanoi, the cultural hub in the North to gleaming Saigon in the South, Vietnam with its bustling cities and spectacular scenery will captivate your senses.

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Centrally located in Hanoi's elegant French Quarter, the Hilton Hanoi Opera hotel is a short walk from the famous Old Quarter and the city's bustling business district. Recently awarded "Best Business Hotel in Hanoi 2010" and voted "Vietnam's Leading Hotel" for five consecutive years at the prestigious World Travel Awards, the Hilton Hanoi Opera hotel is a landmark in the city. Relax in the comfort of a traditionally furnished Vietnamese room with high-speed Internet, cable TV and separate work areas.

Learn more about Hilton Hanoi Opera.

 

 

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