EVASON ANA MANDARA- Vietnam
Ana Mandara means “beautiful home for the guests”, and never were truer words more spoken at this quaint escape reminiscent of an old Vietnamese village, an exclusive enclave styled in native woods and rattan who proudly holds the title of Nha Trang’s only true beachfront resort. Its location, fabulous- directly off the area’s most famous dramatic thoroughfare. Its setting? Spectacular- resting beautifully on 20,000 sq. meters of private tropical gardens that brush against the sea. The service- absolutely outstanding and truly refined.

Accommodations here are as gracious and gorgeous as you’d expect, decked in fresh clean colors, flowing fabrics that catch the breeze that swirls through the verandah from the sea, and all the five-star amenities you desire. For an absolutely special treat, try the Deluxe Beachfront Villas, offering direct access to the shores, open timbered roof, absolutely enormous bath & rain shower, and private Jacuzzi.

Though you’re spoilt for choice in the culinary sense with several restaurants and bars on property, indulge in a Villa dining experience in the sanctuary of your own retreat, beginning the day with a surprise Champagne breakfast or ending your day with a private candlelight dinner for two on your terrace followed by cocktails overlooking the gardens or Nha Trang Bay. Chefs here create the most interesting blends of Vietnamese cuisine fused with contemporary influences, resulting in culinary journeys as individual as each guest’s palate.

Their Six Senses Spa is dedicated to creating sensory journeys of holistic wellness and delivers serenity and rejuvenation with their selection of Eastern and Western-inspired pampering treatments utilizing natural products and ancient methods. Test out a complimentary session of yoga or Tai Chi as well to complete the cycle of revitalization at this most stunning jewel.

EXPLORATEUR EXCLUSIVE- VIP room upgrade + complimentary 30 minute body scrub for 2. Click HERE for more information and as always, be sure & tell 'em The Explorateur sent you!

SIX SENSES NINH VAN BAY- Vietnam
The incredible journey to Six Senses Ninh Van Bay is overshadowed only by the striking beauty of the property itself which overwhelms upon arrival. Accessible only by boat, that glides you through impressive rock formations as you sail far away from towering mountains, past colorful coral reefs, playful waters and finally brushing against a powdery white sand beach where you disembark and instantly become one with nature.

On the outside, Six Senses Ninh Van Bay impresses with an architectural style reflecting Vietnam’s classically beautiful traditions. On the inside, it’s truly otherworldly. Exclusive, hidden, private, and abjectly luxurious, each category features its own unique flair. Rustic-chic Beach Villas boast plunge pools and direct beach access, while Hill Top Villas face the majestic mountain ranges of Nha Trang and the South China Sea. Water Villas are perched comfortably over the sea, making them the perfect launch pad for incredible snorkeling adventures while the signature Spa Suites are the epitome of seclusion- individual pavilions each with their own exclusive steamroom and spa treatment facilities with in-room spoiling around the clock.

If you do actually opt to leave your sanctuary of a room, activities abound- from all manner of watersport to shopping trips by cyclo, cultural village visits, island-hopper boat trips, hikes and beyond. Dining experiences that tempt and delight await your return, with the freshest of seafood and the ripest of vegetables locally grown, and an extensive wine list from around the world. Hideaway Food & Beverage Experiences include dining by the Bay, the Pool, the Rocks, in the Wine Cave, on a deserted beach or dive right in and learn how to cook the dishes yourself in classes with the head chef.

No Six Senses stay is complete without a spa experience that is absolutely beyond… and Ninh Van Bay’s 10,000 sq. meter haven is a true nature spa- a feast for the senses created beside a gentle waterfall, inspired by the tranquility of the jungle, and infused by the gorgeous aroma of incense and essential oils. Treatments are centered around the healing touch, inspired by Eastern and Western rejuvenation methods.

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ANA MANDARA HUE- Vietnam- The Ancient City of Hue has just been graced with a stroke of brilliant modern luxury with the opening of the exclusive Ana Mandara Hue, set directly on the serene shores of Thuan An Beach just a few minutes from the center of this most historic enclave of Vietnam...the oldest imperial city along the legendary Perfume River that contains the tombs of the Nguyen kings.

The Ana Mandara is a work of art, boasting the largest villas in the area, created in a variety of styles and decor, complete with the utmost modern facilities. And what’s more, they feature some incredibly unique experiences such as private rice paddy dinners, beach BBQ’s, and cruises through the local fish farms that truly get you woven into the fabric of this mysterious and mystically beautiful country.

As you’d probably expect, this experience wouldn’t be complete without Zen-like spa rituals and the hotel’s on-property spa menu is entirely inspired by Ayurvedic concepts and Asiatic rituals that help recuperate energies as well as relax the mind and spirit. www.hotelcollectionindochine.com

EXPLORATEUR EXCLUSIVE- 3 Nights in a Deluxe Room with upgrade to next available category*, daily breakfast and choice of lunch or dinner, round-trip airport transfers, shuttle service to Hue for daily touring, plus 25% off of spa services. Click HERE for more information and as always, be sure & tell 'em The Explorateur sent you!

VIETNAM CHARITY TOURS

Want to do some good but not sure where to start or what to do? How about something entirely different in a land once thought of as forbidden, that now is known as one of the world's most breathtaking places...Vietnam. We've discovered a series of charity tours dedicated to show you the true soul of this intriguing land, while doing some good for the local children in need. Pairing up with an organization called Warm Blankets, these tours traverse through some of Vietnam's most spectacular areas such as the beaches of Nha Trang, the Mekong Delta, and the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Halong Bay. During these treks, you'll stop at orphanages, delivering warm blankets and supplies to children in need and you'll have the opportunity to visit with them and see their smiling faces expressing so much delight and gratitude for your help. Take a trip that nourishes your mind and soul, while doing good for others...it does a world of good all around.

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