Monthly Archives: January 2011

Flower Festival 2011

Posted on January 31, 2011 by Saigonese

The Flower Festival along Nguyen Hue St. starts tonight till February 6, 2011. Spied the beautiful design today when I went to work and I only saw parts of it.  I have yet to see other end near the People’s … Continue reading →

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Book Street at Mac Thi Buoi St.

Posted on January 31, 2011 by Saigonese

The Book Street at Mac Thi Buoi St. opened today which is also part of the Tet celebration. I’m not familiar with the bookshops involved except for Fahasa.  The books being sold were discounted (Fahasa at 10%) and include business, … Continue reading →

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The Feast (HCMC Chapter) 1st Anniversary Celebration

Posted on January 31, 2011 by Saigonese

The Light of Jesus Family finds it roots in Manila, Philippines.  Founded by one of my favorite authors and speakers, Bro. Bo Sanchez.  LoJ aims to make disciples of Jesus. The Feast found its way to Ho Chi Minh City … Continue reading →

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Dong Khoi-PMH Shuttle Takes a Break

Posted on January 30, 2011 by Saigonese

The Dong Khoi-PMH Shuttle Bus takes a break for Tet from February 2 at 3 pm till February 5. Normal operation resumes on February 6.  For the shuttle schedule, check here. Spread the word.

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Celebrating TET in Saigon

Posted on January 30, 2011 by Saigonese

If you haven’t bought any ticket or booked a resort to visit this Tet Holiday, it’s too late now!  Airlines are fully-booked and resorts will be in full capacity.  And if you’re planning to take a bus to get out … Continue reading →

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Tet 101

Posted on January 29, 2011 by Saigonese

I was scratching my head trying to understand why the Chinese calendar states that 2011 is the Year of the Rabbit when Vietnam is celebrating 2011 as the Year of the Cat. I understand that Vietnam was under the Chinese … Continue reading →

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Flower Frenzy

Posted on January 29, 2011 by Saigonese

With the Tet Holiday upon us, workers are working overtime for sure in District 1 to make the January 31 deadline when the Flower Festival begins. Strewn in the middle of Nguyen Hue St. are hundreds of flowers in a … Continue reading →

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Shop Schedule on Tet Holiday 2011

Posted on January 29, 2011 by Saigonese

Panic buying time once again as some shops close for the Tet Holiday. Here’s a few establishments that have announced that they’ll be closed for Tet: An Phu Supermarket – closed on February 3 only (Open on February 2 till … Continue reading →

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Oh Gee!

Posted on January 28, 2011 by Saigonese

I am an ice cream person and I really do not frequent yogurt places but Gee-licious was on trial run offering 20% discount for today — so who can say no to that? 😛 So after dinner, we walked to … Continue reading →

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Almost Tet!

Posted on January 27, 2011 by Saigonese

With Tet fast approaching, the whole city is bustling with activity.  Main roads are being decorated with pink and yellow blooms and Nguyen Hue St. is getting a major makeover for the Flower Festival!  I can’t wait!  I loved what … Continue reading →

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