Cities – The Real Hanoi 2 of 2 – BBC documentary

A series showcasing the inside life of cities worldwide through the eyes of three well-known local faces who tke the viewer on an alternative tour to reveal their hidden treasures in the city they love.

This part continues with an introduction by interior & furniture designer Alan Duong, including a unique look into the silk industry, from design to production and is followed with a visit to a beauty parlor. Film Director Nguyen Manh Ha concludes this presentation with a unique look into Hanoi, including Cinematheque, the Son Tinh Liquor factory bafore finishing with a night-out dancing salsa in Lat-Viet style.

For current information on events in and around Hanoi see http://www.vietnam720.com/ .

Recorded from BBC on 21.03.2009

Duration : 0:10:58

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Hanoi Rocks are supporting Wednesday 13 and this is footage from their Halloween gig at the Astoria in London that rocked, the whole place was electrified. Such a shame they have decided to end it, it’s like the end of an era. They should be filling stadiums and arenas by now, what a cruel hand fate has delt them. This song is Up Around The Bend.

Duration : 0:5:58

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I have decided to study a CELTA (Certificate in English Language Teaching to Adults) in Vietnam and would like to hear people’s opinion, from people who have either travelled there and find one of the cities more appealing, or who have studied this course in one of the cities.

Most people would say Ho Chi Minh City because it’s much larger than Hanoi and it’s much more business-oriented and therefore more opportunities to teach English. However, exactly because of that thinking that you should choose Hanoi. Why? You’ll have much less competition there. Hanoi is the capital and there are always people who need to learn English there. But because most CELTA graduates flock to HCMC, there’s actually a shortage of teachers in Hanoi. Take the road less traveled and you’ll be rewarded!

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Hanoi Rocks – Dave Lindholm on stage – Michael Monroe – Farewell Tour – April 12, 2009
Tavastia, Helsinki, Finland

Duration : 0:1:46

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www.michaelpluznick.com
Hanoi, Vietnam travel scenes; world music by Michael Pluznick
The people and scenes from everday life in Hanoi, Vietnam. HD *(high definition)

Duration : 0:3:32

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Technorati Tags: by Michael people and scenes, everday life, hanoi, travel scenes, vietnam, world beat, world drumming, world music, world muusic

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Featuring Nasty Suicide!

Duration : 0:10:45

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Rose’s excited guided tour 15 minutes after we’d moved in.

Duration : 0:3:22

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chapter 2 lovely planet
Vietnam , Hanoi

Duration : 0:0:37

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The Finnish rock ‘n roll legend, Hanoi Rocks, held a series of sold-out farewell gigs at Tavastia-klubi in Helsinki in April 2009.
This video was filmed on the first of the gigs, on April 7th, and features short interviews with Michael Monroe and Andy McCoy, and also fans get a chance to tell their feelings.

Aired on “45 minuuttia” program on MTV3 Finland, April 8th, 2009.

English subtitles added.

Duration : 0:5:22

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Technorati Tags: farewell, hanoi, rocks, Tavastia

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Has anyone done this? Can you reccomend any food options for me?

Viet Nam has a very diverse culture. I spent two months there and in Taiwan. With you being a vegan, you will have to get used to the markets. If you can get past the freshly killed meats and fish that will literally surround you at every turn, the vegetables are fresh and picked daily. You will be able to find many vegetarian options, but vegan will be very hard to find if you stray the least bit from veggies and fruits. Tofu abounds there as well, but stay away from something called "stinky Tofu" It is as the name suggests.

Once again, ask around for vegan options

I’m an omnivore, but still asked about different options and the ladies at the markets kind of knew about vegetarian, but for the most part had no idea what vegan was because meat is a huge part of their diet over there. the closer you stay to the center of Hanoi, the better your chances of finding what you want.

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