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How to Choose Your First DSLR Camera
A digital camera can be an expensive acquisition; particularly if you are looking for a high-end device that can be used for hobby/professional photography and will give you several years of hassle free service.
You will find that the market abounds in cameras of a variety of makes and models all boasting of a plethora of features. As a matter of fact, the sheer range of products can make it daunting to buy a camera.
So, here is a look at how you can choose your first DSLR camera that will meet all the requirements that you may have with your current level of expertise while it sets the stage for the purchase of a second camera in the future.
What is your photography style?
If there is one word that can be used to describe a DSLR camera, it’s versatile.
These gadgets are available with a myriad of features which can send their price through the roof.
So, the first step when choosing a camera is to pick one that has all the features that you will need for a specific type of photography.
- If you are interested in landscape/seascape photography, pick a camera which has a decent wide lens angle and perhaps the feature to change the lens as required. You will also need a good tripod, a polariser and neutral density graduated filters to go with it.
- On the other hand for macrowork, pick a slow camera again with interchangeable lens; in this case, you will need a dedicated macro prime lens.
- Action photography calls for a fast camera, so look for features such as a faster focus, so the camera can focus better and with superior accuracy and no shutter lag. In cameras that have this feature, there is no delay between pressing the shutter release button and clicking the actual picture; this means that you will be able to capture the action without missing a thing.
- For sports photography, you will need similar attributes; however, also look for a piece in which there are no delays in between pictures. While many cameras will let you take at least 3 frames per second, some other top of the line models will also have the ability to click a whopping 8 frames per second. These are ideal for sports photography.
- Night photography including scenic images: For night photography, you will need a camera with less noise in low light, so that you can get usable images.
- Portraits: Once again, a slow camera will do just fine; also look for an optical view finder that goes through a prism or mirror before getting to the lens. This feature will let you get the framing done perfectly and you will get more details than using regular LCD screen. You will also need interchangeable lens as a 70-90 mm will work fine but a prime will give you spectacular picture quality.
- You will also need to remember that when purchasing a camera, the auxiliaries such as lighting kits, tripod, reflectors, different types of lenses etc will also need to be added to your budget.
Make a list of requirements
Make a list of requirements before you head out to the store to check the lot of DSLR cameras that they stock.
Ensure that you do not visit a store with several pushy salesmen compelling you to buy a specific camera.
As a matter of fact, a small store that lets you thoroughly test the various models will be your best bet.
Choosing the brand
Unless you want to show your camera off to your friends and that is the only real purpose that it’s going to serve, you should not be too worried about the brand that you buy.
Walk into the store armed with a list of the features that you need and ask the sales people to show you the crop of latest gadgets that have all the attributes you need. Alternatively, you might want to do your homework online and check out various cameras that suit your requirement before heading to the store.
Go for comfort
Comfort with the gadget should be an extremely important consideration, how the gadget sits in your hand and how easily you can reach the controls should be the decisive factors. The top makers of DSLR cameras include Canon, Olympus, Nikon, Sony, Pentax and Sigma.
You will find that no one brand is better than the other. As a matter of fact, if you look at two cameras of the same range, there will be a striking similarity in their features regardless of the brand.
Make a long term investment
With a compact, it is normal to flip from brand to brand every two years. However, with a DSLR, you are making an investment not only in the camera but the entire ecosystem of goodies such as lenses, accessories, body, third party licenses and more.
With a compact, it is normal to flip from brand to brand every two years. However, with a DSLR, you are making an investment not only in the camera but the entire ecosystem of goodies such as lenses, accessories, body, third party licenses and more.
So, the last think you should be doing is trying to jump ship every few months and shift brands because you will be wasting a lot of money that way. Most budding photographers are often in a quandary when it comes to deciding between a Canon and Nikon; after all they are the strongest brands in the market.
If you are wondering about why you should be concerned with the brand strength, it’s because you will have heavily invested in the camera and all the bells and whistles.
So, while there will not be a significant difference in the features of the camera, it is recommended that you stick with a company that is going to be around in the future. Given that factor, the three likely contenders are of course Canon, Nikon and Sony coming in at a distant third because you will not be able to find everything that you need from them.
Finally the features in words
With all the above aspects taken care of, look for the following basic features in a camera:
- Resolution: The bigger the better but do not forget to look at the sensor size for better quality images
- Movie Mode: Only a few of the latest breed of gadgets in the category boast of the ‘movie mode’
- Optical stabilization: This will help you to shoot without a tripod and still get decent quality images.
- Other features: Some other photography specific features include; light metering, focus points, auto focus etc.
Picking the right DSLR camera will take patience and possibly several visits to the store.
Finally, when you are buying a new camera, you might feel that you should delay the purchase as there is a new camera model coming in the next few months. There is always a temptation to wait for the next better release.
However, the best camera is the one that you are carrying with you. This means to say that by waiting for the next model, you might get some new features, but you have probably missed many valuable photo shooting opportunities.
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Thứ Bảy, 10 tháng 9, 2011
Hotel near Ben Thanh market Sai Gon
Eden Saigon hotel is 4 star hotel nearest Ben Thanh market, website: http://edensaigonhotel.com. To Reservation room let connect to email: sales@edensaigonhotel.com to make sure you book right hotel.
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Thứ Năm, 8 tháng 9, 2011
3D TV: with or without glasses, how does it work?
It’s more than 170 years since Sir Charles Wheatstone’s first experiments in stereoscopy, which is now the most commonly used technique to create 3D images. The principle, developed by Wheatstone in 1838, of displaying one image for the left eye and another for the right eye to create the illusion of depth is essentially unchanged. If you have a 3D TV, it will use one of two techniques - active or passive - to ensure that each eye sees the image it is meant to see.
Active 3D
Televisions that use active 3D glasses work by displaying an image for the left eye and then one for the right eye, alternating in very quick succession. The 3D glasses contain shutters that open and close in sync with the images displayed on the screen to ensure that the left eye sees the image for the left eye and the right eye sees the image for the right eye. Since these televisions display full screen images they are generally able to deliver better quality pictures than passive 3D sets.
Televisions that use active 3D glasses work by displaying an image for the left eye and then one for the right eye, alternating in very quick succession. The 3D glasses contain shutters that open and close in sync with the images displayed on the screen to ensure that the left eye sees the image for the left eye and the right eye sees the image for the right eye. Since these televisions display full screen images they are generally able to deliver better quality pictures than passive 3D sets.
Passive 3D
The alternative to an active 3D TV is a passive one, so-called because the glasses do not have active shutters to send the correct image to each eye. Instead, passive 3D televisions show one image for the left eye and one for the right at the same time. The 3D glasses have filtered lenses that ensure that each eye sees the right image. The downside of passive 3D is that because two images are being shown onscreen at the same time the resolution of the picture is halved so the images are not in full HD.
The alternative to an active 3D TV is a passive one, so-called because the glasses do not have active shutters to send the correct image to each eye. Instead, passive 3D televisions show one image for the left eye and one for the right at the same time. The 3D glasses have filtered lenses that ensure that each eye sees the right image. The downside of passive 3D is that because two images are being shown onscreen at the same time the resolution of the picture is halved so the images are not in full HD.
3D without glasses
The dream for technology companies is to remove the need for glasses entirely. One way of doing this is by using lenticular lenses, which are shaped so that a different image is displayed depending on the viewing angle. Toshiba is using this technique in its glasses-free 3D TVs. However, the largest display is 21 inches - Toshiba says it will take time to make these displays affordable at larger screen sizes. A similar glasses-free 3D effect can be achieved using a parallax barrier, which sits on top of an LCD display to create a 3D effect - this is the approach that Nintendo has taken for the 3DS.
By Shane Richmond, Head of Technology (Editorial)
The dream for technology companies is to remove the need for glasses entirely. One way of doing this is by using lenticular lenses, which are shaped so that a different image is displayed depending on the viewing angle. Toshiba is using this technique in its glasses-free 3D TVs. However, the largest display is 21 inches - Toshiba says it will take time to make these displays affordable at larger screen sizes. A similar glasses-free 3D effect can be achieved using a parallax barrier, which sits on top of an LCD display to create a 3D effect - this is the approach that Nintendo has taken for the 3DS.
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Thứ Ba, 9 tháng 8, 2011
What is Marketing?
There are many definitions of marketing. The better definitions are focused upon customer orientation and satisfaction of customer needs.
Marketing is the social process by which individuals and groups obtain what they need and want through creating and exchanging products and value with others.
Kotler.
Marketing is the management process that identifies, anticipates and satisfies customer requirements profitably.
The Chartered Institute of Marketing (CIM).
The CIM definition (in common with Barwell's definition of the marketing concept) looks not only at identifying customer needs, but also satisfying them (short-term) and anticipating them in the future (long-term retention).
The right product, in the right place, at the right time, at the right price
Adcock.
This is a snappy and realistic definition that uses McCarthy's Four Ps.
Marketing is essentially about marshalling the resources of an organization so that they meet the changing needs of the customer on whom the organization depends.
Palmer.
This is a more recent and very realistic definition that looks at matching capabilities with needs.
Marketing is the process whereby society, to supply its consumption needs, evolves distributive systems composed of participants, who, interacting under constraints - technical (economic) and ethical (social) - create the transactions or flows which resolve market separations and result in exchange and consumption.
Bartles.
This definition considers the economic and social aspects of marketing.
The Philosophy Marketing and the Marketing Concept.
The marketing concept is a philosophy. It makes the customer, and the satisfaction of his or her needs, the focal point of all business activities. It is driven by senior managers, passionate about delighting their customers.
Marketing is not only much broader than selling, it is not a specialized activity at all It encompasses the entire business. It is the whole business seen from the point of view of the final result, that is, from the customer's point of view. Concern and responsibility for marketing must therefore permeate all areas of the enterprise.
Drucker.
This customer focused philosophy is known as the 'marketing concept'. The marketing concept is a philosophy, not a system of marketing or an organizational structure. It is founded on the belief that profitable sales and satisfactory returns on investment can only be achieved by identifying, anticipating and satisfying customer needs and desires.
Barwell.
The achievement of corporate goals through meeting and exceeding customer needs better than the competition.
Jobber.
Implementation of the marketing concept [in the 1990's] requires attention to three basic elements of the marketing concept. These are: Customer orientation; An organization to implement a customer orientation; Long-range customer and societal welfare.
Cohen.
Marketing is the social process by which individuals and groups obtain what they need and want through creating and exchanging products and value with others.
Kotler.
Marketing is the management process that identifies, anticipates and satisfies customer requirements profitably.
The Chartered Institute of Marketing (CIM).
The CIM definition (in common with Barwell's definition of the marketing concept) looks not only at identifying customer needs, but also satisfying them (short-term) and anticipating them in the future (long-term retention).
The right product, in the right place, at the right time, at the right price
Adcock.
This is a snappy and realistic definition that uses McCarthy's Four Ps.
Marketing is essentially about marshalling the resources of an organization so that they meet the changing needs of the customer on whom the organization depends.
Palmer.
This is a more recent and very realistic definition that looks at matching capabilities with needs.
Marketing is the process whereby society, to supply its consumption needs, evolves distributive systems composed of participants, who, interacting under constraints - technical (economic) and ethical (social) - create the transactions or flows which resolve market separations and result in exchange and consumption.
Bartles.
This definition considers the economic and social aspects of marketing.
The Philosophy Marketing and the Marketing Concept.
The marketing concept is a philosophy. It makes the customer, and the satisfaction of his or her needs, the focal point of all business activities. It is driven by senior managers, passionate about delighting their customers.
Marketing is not only much broader than selling, it is not a specialized activity at all It encompasses the entire business. It is the whole business seen from the point of view of the final result, that is, from the customer's point of view. Concern and responsibility for marketing must therefore permeate all areas of the enterprise.
Drucker.
This customer focused philosophy is known as the 'marketing concept'. The marketing concept is a philosophy, not a system of marketing or an organizational structure. It is founded on the belief that profitable sales and satisfactory returns on investment can only be achieved by identifying, anticipating and satisfying customer needs and desires.
Barwell.
The achievement of corporate goals through meeting and exceeding customer needs better than the competition.
Jobber.
Implementation of the marketing concept [in the 1990's] requires attention to three basic elements of the marketing concept. These are: Customer orientation; An organization to implement a customer orientation; Long-range customer and societal welfare.
Cohen.
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Asia and Oceania
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| Still current at: 26 July 2011 Updated: 09 June 2011 |
This advice has been reviewed and reissued with amendments to the Health section (unverified reports of sickness) and the Entry Requirements section (editorial amendments). The overall level of the advice has not changed; there are no travel restrictions in place in this travel advice for Vietnam.
Travel advice for this country
TRAVEL SUMMARY
- There is a low threat from terrorism in Vietnam. Attacks could be indiscriminate, including in places visited by expatriates and foreign travellers. See Safety and Security - Terrorism.
- Take out comprehensive travel and medical insurance before travelling. See the General - Insurance.
- Register with the FCO’s LOCATE service before travelling. Around 80,000 British tourists visit Vietnam every year (source: Vietnamese Tourist Authority). Most visits are trouble-free and serious or violent crimes against foreigners are rare. See General - Consular Assistance - Statistics.
SAFETY AND SECURITY
Safety and Security - TerrorismThere is a low threat from terrorism in Vietnam. Attacks could be indiscriminate, including in places visited by expatriates and foreign travellers. British nationals should avoid all demonstrations and large gatherings.
See our Terrorism Abroad page.
Safety and Security - Crime
Most visits to Vietnam are trouble free but you should remain alert and be on your guard. Petty crime is not confined to the backpacker districts but also occurs in the main tourist shopping areas. Do not walk in secluded locations alone, or with people you do not know. There is low reporting of sexual assaults but tourists should travel with friends and take the normal precautions.
See our Terrorism Abroad page.
Safety and Security - Crime
Most visits to Vietnam are trouble free but you should remain alert and be on your guard. Petty crime is not confined to the backpacker districts but also occurs in the main tourist shopping areas. Do not walk in secluded locations alone, or with people you do not know. There is low reporting of sexual assaults but tourists should travel with friends and take the normal precautions.
Use larger metered taxis to minimise the risk of robbery or overcharging. Be on your guard against pickpockets and avoid carrying handbags or wearing expensive looking jewellery or watches. Use hotel safety deposit boxes to store valuables, money or passports and carry a photocopy of the data page of your passport.
Violent assaults against tourists have been reported in Nha Trang (Central Vietnam) in the early morning or late at night.
There have been reports of scams targeting tourists, involving fake charities, gambling and taxis.
There have also been reports of arguments over hotel, restaurant or taxi bills turning violent or abusive.
See our Victims of Crime Abroad page.
Safety and Security - Local Travel
Travel is restricted near military installations and some areas of Vietnam are fairly inaccessible. Do not stray off main routes in rural areas and check with your tour operator before travelling. There have been reports of mountain climbing accidents in the north of Vietnam. Follow safety guidelines and procedures and ensure such activities are undertaken under the supervision of reputable guides.
There have also been fatal boat accidents, the most recent one being in Halong Bay in February 2011. Please refer to the Local Travel - Sea Travel section.
There have been reports of real firearms being fired around the Cu Chi tunnels area near Ho Chi Minh City. Undertake any activities, which include firearms at your own risk and ensure all activities are undertaken under the supervision of reputable guides. Also be aware that there have been reports of hearing loss due to being in close proximity to these activities.
Safety and Security - Local Travel - Cambodia Border
To enter Vietnam from Cambodia you must obtain a visa before arriving at the border. There are a number of local crossing points which are only open to Cambodian and Vietnamese nationals. Check locally before travelling to these points.
To enter Cambodia from Vietnam, you can get a visa on arrival at the border.
See our Travel Advice for Cambodia.
Safety and Security - Local Travel - Laos Border
Unexploded mines and ordnance are a continuing hazard in former battlefields, particularly in central Vietnam and along the Laos Border, formerly traversed by the Ho Chi Minh Trail. Mined areas are frequently unmarked.
There are a number of local crossing points which are only open to Lao and Vietnamese nationals. Check locally before travelling to these points.
See our Travel Advice for Laos
Safety and Security - Local Travel - Road Travel
A Vietnamese driving license is required to drive a car or motorcycle in Vietnam. These can be obtained from Hanoi Department of Public Works and Transportation: (tel:+84 4 3843 5325) or Ho Chi Minh City Department of Public Works and Transportation (tel: +84 8 3829 0451 or 0452, fax: +84 8 3829 0458).
The standard of driving and vehicle maintenance is poor, including public transport, and is the cause of many accidents and injuries. Take particular care crossing roads in major cities.
Traffic accidents tend to attract a large crowd quickly. If you are involved in a traffic accident you could face criminal charges. It is not uncommon to pay large compensation to the injured person even if the injuries are minor. Failure to pay the compensation claim can lead to full investigations by the police. If you are subject to an investigation, offer the police your full-cooperation and inform the Embassy/Consulate. There have also been reports of traffic police seeking payments from motorists to compensate for traffic offences.
To enter Vietnam from Cambodia you must obtain a visa before arriving at the border. There are a number of local crossing points which are only open to Cambodian and Vietnamese nationals. Check locally before travelling to these points.
To enter Cambodia from Vietnam, you can get a visa on arrival at the border.
See our Travel Advice for Cambodia.
Safety and Security - Local Travel - Laos Border
Unexploded mines and ordnance are a continuing hazard in former battlefields, particularly in central Vietnam and along the Laos Border, formerly traversed by the Ho Chi Minh Trail. Mined areas are frequently unmarked.
There are a number of local crossing points which are only open to Lao and Vietnamese nationals. Check locally before travelling to these points.
See our Travel Advice for Laos
Safety and Security - Local Travel - Road Travel
A Vietnamese driving license is required to drive a car or motorcycle in Vietnam. These can be obtained from Hanoi Department of Public Works and Transportation: (tel:+84 4 3843 5325) or Ho Chi Minh City Department of Public Works and Transportation (tel: +84 8 3829 0451 or 0452, fax: +84 8 3829 0458).
The standard of driving and vehicle maintenance is poor, including public transport, and is the cause of many accidents and injuries. Take particular care crossing roads in major cities.
Traffic accidents tend to attract a large crowd quickly. If you are involved in a traffic accident you could face criminal charges. It is not uncommon to pay large compensation to the injured person even if the injuries are minor. Failure to pay the compensation claim can lead to full investigations by the police. If you are subject to an investigation, offer the police your full-cooperation and inform the Embassy/Consulate. There have also been reports of traffic police seeking payments from motorists to compensate for traffic offences.
Safety and Security - Local Travel - Road Travel - Motorbikes
Vietnam’s main mode of transport is by motorbike. Riding a motorbike can be dangerous and a number of road accidents involving British nationals have been reported. These can result in costly medical bills as insurance usually does not cover it.
Safety and Security - Local Travel - Road Travel - Taxis
Taxis are a common mode of transport and larger metered taxis are generally reliable. If possible avoid using smaller taxis as the rates tend to increase quickly. There are many taxi operators and the meters are set at different prices for the first km. The meter should always be used and should start at around 8,000 to 20,000 VND. Where possible get hotels
or restaurants to get you a licensed taxi.
There have been reports from tourists that they have been charged more for taxi journeys from Airports than advertised. Please check the published fare near the taxi stands before starting your journey.
Safety and Security - Local Travel - Road Travel - Bus
When travelling by bus remain vigilant against petty theft. Unless prearranged do not accept offers of free transfers to hotels, as these are likely to be bogus.
Vietnam’s main mode of transport is by motorbike. Riding a motorbike can be dangerous and a number of road accidents involving British nationals have been reported. These can result in costly medical bills as insurance usually does not cover it.
Safety and Security - Local Travel - Road Travel - Taxis
Taxis are a common mode of transport and larger metered taxis are generally reliable. If possible avoid using smaller taxis as the rates tend to increase quickly. There are many taxi operators and the meters are set at different prices for the first km. The meter should always be used and should start at around 8,000 to 20,000 VND. Where possible get hotels
or restaurants to get you a licensed taxi.
There have been reports from tourists that they have been charged more for taxi journeys from Airports than advertised. Please check the published fare near the taxi stands before starting your journey.
Safety and Security - Local Travel - Road Travel - Bus
When travelling by bus remain vigilant against petty theft. Unless prearranged do not accept offers of free transfers to hotels, as these are likely to be bogus.
See our Driving Abroad page.
Safety and Security - Local Travel - Rail
Rail travel in Vietnam is generally safe. The level of comfort and safety varies greatly between the national tourist and more rural routes. Be vigilant against petty theft. There have been numerous reports of personal belongings being stolen whilst people are asleep on the Sapa to Hanoi train.
Safety and Security - Local Travel - Sea Travel
Rail travel in Vietnam is generally safe. The level of comfort and safety varies greatly between the national tourist and more rural routes. Be vigilant against petty theft. There have been numerous reports of personal belongings being stolen whilst people are asleep on the Sapa to Hanoi train.
Safety and Security - Local Travel - Sea Travel
There are numerous coastline areas that have regular boat tours. There have been a number of fatal boat accidents in Vietnam, including 2 accidents involving foreign nationals in Halong Bay, a popular tourist area in north-east Vietnam. The most recent fatal accident was in February 2011 and the most recent accident involving foreign tourists was in May 2011. The Vietnamese Government are in the process of investigating what happened and are reviewing safety standards on board all boats in Halong Bay. Safety regulations and standards are not at the same level as the United Kingdom and vary greatly from company to company and province to province. You should check with your tour guide about the safety record and registration of boats, and certification of personnel, before setting off and ensure you receive a full safety briefing when joining any boat. Please consider carefully the standard of boat before deciding to spend the night on board a boat in Halong Bay as boats can sink quickly and without warning.
Piracy has been known to occur in coastal areas off Vietnam. Mariners should be vigilant; reduce opportunities for attacks; establish secure areas onboard; and report all incidents to the coastal and flag state authorities.
Piracy has been known to occur in coastal areas off Vietnam. Mariners should be vigilant; reduce opportunities for attacks; establish secure areas onboard; and report all incidents to the coastal and flag state authorities.
Safety and Security - Political Situation
Vietnam Country Profile
Vietnam operates a single party political system, which does not welcome dissent. Internal conflict is rare, although there are occasional violent clashes between protestors and police. The last record of violent protests was in the Central Highlands region in 2004. There have been reports of public disorder in Muong Nhe, a remote part of Dien Bien Province in 2011. There are restrictions on internet usage, which can affect access to websites such as Facebook.
LOCAL LAWS AND CUSTOMS
Penalties for possession, distribution or manufacture of drugs can be severe and Vietnam maintains the death penalty. In Vietnamese law, anyone found in possession of even a small amount of drugs can face the death sentence.
Illegal drugs are increasingly available in major cities. Be aware that drugs are likely to have been tampered with/spiked. Drugs are much stronger and of a higher potency in Asia than in Europe and British tourists have suffered fatal overdoses in the past from very small amounts.
Crimes such as sex offences or fraud can result in being stopped from leaving Vietnam for an unlimited period without being charged, very long prison terms, or a death sentence. The Vietnamese legal system is not well developed and the standard of prisons is very poor. The Embassy/Consulate cannot get you out of prison.
When checking into a hotel, you will have to surrender your passport so that the hotel can register your presence with the local police. Once registered ensure your passport is returned to you and keep it in a safe place. Passports should not be used as a deposit for renting hotel rooms, hiring services such as motorbikes or in place of a fine in the event of any possible traffic offence. It is advisable to carry a photocopy of the data page from your passport, which can be used as proof of identity. If you are staying in private accommodation, you will still be expected to register. Ask your host to assist you with this as soon as you arrive. You may be charge an administrative fine for staying without registration. The level of fine is at the discretion of the Head of the Police in the area you stay.
Foreign visitors to Vietnam are generally not permitted to invite Vietnamese nationals into their hotel rooms.
Never take photographs of or near, military installations. When entering religious or cultural sites it is a courtesy to respect local customs and dress in appropriate clothing.
Illegal drugs are increasingly available in major cities. Be aware that drugs are likely to have been tampered with/spiked. Drugs are much stronger and of a higher potency in Asia than in Europe and British tourists have suffered fatal overdoses in the past from very small amounts.
Crimes such as sex offences or fraud can result in being stopped from leaving Vietnam for an unlimited period without being charged, very long prison terms, or a death sentence. The Vietnamese legal system is not well developed and the standard of prisons is very poor. The Embassy/Consulate cannot get you out of prison.
When checking into a hotel, you will have to surrender your passport so that the hotel can register your presence with the local police. Once registered ensure your passport is returned to you and keep it in a safe place. Passports should not be used as a deposit for renting hotel rooms, hiring services such as motorbikes or in place of a fine in the event of any possible traffic offence. It is advisable to carry a photocopy of the data page from your passport, which can be used as proof of identity. If you are staying in private accommodation, you will still be expected to register. Ask your host to assist you with this as soon as you arrive. You may be charge an administrative fine for staying without registration. The level of fine is at the discretion of the Head of the Police in the area you stay.
Foreign visitors to Vietnam are generally not permitted to invite Vietnamese nationals into their hotel rooms.
Never take photographs of or near, military installations. When entering religious or cultural sites it is a courtesy to respect local customs and dress in appropriate clothing.
See our Your Trip page.
ENTRY REQUIREMENTS
Entry Requirements - Passports
Entry into Vietnam may be refused if your passport has less than one month validity from the date your Vietnamese visa expires. Other countries in Asia expect six months validity.
Entry into Vietnam may be refused if your passport has less than one month validity from the date your Vietnamese visa expires. Other countries in Asia expect six months validity.
Neither the Embassy nor Consulate can issue passports. If you require a new passport, applications are processed by the Regional Passport Production Centre in Hong Kong. Straightforward applications can take approximately four weeks.
In the event of an emergency, the Embassy/Consulate can issue Emergency Travel Documents (ETDs). Please visit our website at:ukinvietnam.gov.uk for further information about how to apply, fees and what documentation is required.
In the event of an emergency, the Embassy/Consulate can issue Emergency Travel Documents (ETDs). Please visit our website at:ukinvietnam.gov.uk for further information about how to apply, fees and what documentation is required.
Entry Requirements - Visas
A visa is required for Vietnam. Ensure that you obtain the correct visa for the purpose and destination of your travel. We are aware that some travel agencies are able to arrange legitimate visas-on-arrival. Vietnamese visas are usually valid for only one entry. If you plan to leave Vietnam and re-enter from another country make sure you obtain a visa allowing multiple entries. Overstaying without authority is a serious matter and you may be delayed from travel until a fine is paid. Check the visa validity and conditions carefully. The UK Embassy/Consulate cannot offer Vietnamese immigration advice.
For further information, check with your nearest Vietnamese Embassy.
If you have your passport lost/stolen you will need to apply for both a replacement passport and a replacement Vietnamese visa from the Immigration authorities in order to leave the country. This can only be done during normal working hours and usually takes three to five working days. Neither the Embassy nor the Consulate can expedite replacement Vietnamese visas.
Entry Requirements - Travelling with Children
Single parents or other adults travelling alone with children should be aware that some countries require documentary evidence of parental responsibility before allowing lone parents to enter the country or, in some cases, before permitting the children to leave the country.
A visa is required for Vietnam. Ensure that you obtain the correct visa for the purpose and destination of your travel. We are aware that some travel agencies are able to arrange legitimate visas-on-arrival. Vietnamese visas are usually valid for only one entry. If you plan to leave Vietnam and re-enter from another country make sure you obtain a visa allowing multiple entries. Overstaying without authority is a serious matter and you may be delayed from travel until a fine is paid. Check the visa validity and conditions carefully. The UK Embassy/Consulate cannot offer Vietnamese immigration advice.
For further information, check with your nearest Vietnamese Embassy.
If you have your passport lost/stolen you will need to apply for both a replacement passport and a replacement Vietnamese visa from the Immigration authorities in order to leave the country. This can only be done during normal working hours and usually takes three to five working days. Neither the Embassy nor the Consulate can expedite replacement Vietnamese visas.
Entry Requirements - Travelling with Children
Single parents or other adults travelling alone with children should be aware that some countries require documentary evidence of parental responsibility before allowing lone parents to enter the country or, in some cases, before permitting the children to leave the country.
HEALTH
There is a sufficient standard of health care in the cities for treating minor injuries; more complicated treatment may require evacuation to a third country. Health care in rural areas is extremely basic and it is unlikely that English will be spoken. Travel insurance is essential as medical bills can run into thousands of pounds. Complete the next of kin details in the back of your passport. Whilst most clinics and hospitals provide adequate health care; food and comforts are usually provided by friends or family. Things like TV’s and English books are rare.
If you are taking prescription medication into Vietnam, we advise carrying it in your hand-luggage and carrying a copy of your prescription. In the unlikely event of missing luggage, you will not be without medication as some specific medications can be hard to obtain in Vietnam and many medications on sale are counterfeit.
Hygiene standards in restaurants vary. Beware of food from street side vendors, which might be contaminated. In June 2010, there were 120 unverified cases of diarrhoea and vomiting reported by tourists. If you suffer from diarrhoea during a visit to Vietnam you should seek immediate medical attention..
Do not drink wine without brand names. At the end of September 2008, nine Vietnamese nationals in Ho Chi Minh City died as a result of fatal levels of methanol in certain brands of rice wine.
There are wild dogs in Vietnam, and rabies has been reported in Lai Châu province (Northern Vietnam).
There have been outbreaks of Avian Influenza (Brid Flu) in poultry in at least 15 of Vietnam’s 64 provinces, the most recent cases in May 2011. British nationals living in an Avian-Influenza affected region should take responsibility for their own safety in the event of a future pandemic, including considering their access to adequate healthcare and ensuring travel documents are up to date.
If you are taking prescription medication into Vietnam, we advise carrying it in your hand-luggage and carrying a copy of your prescription. In the unlikely event of missing luggage, you will not be without medication as some specific medications can be hard to obtain in Vietnam and many medications on sale are counterfeit.
Hygiene standards in restaurants vary. Beware of food from street side vendors, which might be contaminated. In June 2010, there were 120 unverified cases of diarrhoea and vomiting reported by tourists. If you suffer from diarrhoea during a visit to Vietnam you should seek immediate medical attention..
Do not drink wine without brand names. At the end of September 2008, nine Vietnamese nationals in Ho Chi Minh City died as a result of fatal levels of methanol in certain brands of rice wine.
There are wild dogs in Vietnam, and rabies has been reported in Lai Châu province (Northern Vietnam).
There have been outbreaks of Avian Influenza (Brid Flu) in poultry in at least 15 of Vietnam’s 64 provinces, the most recent cases in May 2011. British nationals living in an Avian-Influenza affected region should take responsibility for their own safety in the event of a future pandemic, including considering their access to adequate healthcare and ensuring travel documents are up to date.
You should read this advice in conjunction with our Avian and Pandemic Influenza page.
In the 2010 report on Global AIDS Epidemic the UNAIDS/WHO Working Group estimated that around 270,000 adults in Vietnam were living with HIV, 0.4% of the population compared to 0.2% in the UK. Exercise normal precautions to avoid exposure to HIV/AIDS. For more general information see our HIV and AIDS page.
Up until 13 June 2010, Vietnam recorded 69 cholera cases in nine provinces and cities. The majority of these cases are in Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh City. Since the beginning of 2011, 1,100 dengue fever cases, including three deaths have been reported in Vietnam. As of 20 May 2011, more than 2000 cases of Hand, Foot and Mouth Disease, including nine deaths, have been reported in southern Vietnam.
Malaria occurs in Vietnam are prevalent in urban areas and there have also been cases of Japanese Encephalitis reported in Northern Vietnam.
Malaria occurs in Vietnam are prevalent in urban areas and there have also been cases of Japanese Encephalitis reported in Northern Vietnam.
Seek medical advice before travelling to Vietnam and ensure that all appropriate vaccinations are up-to-date. For further information on vaccination requirements, health outbreaks and general disease protection and prevention you should visit the websites of the National Travel Network and Centre (NaTHNaC) or NHS Scotland's Fit For Travel or call NHS Direct on 0845 46 47.
See our Travel Health and Eat and Drink Safely pages.
NATURAL DISASTERS
Vietnam’s climate is recognised to have two monsoon seasons – the southwest monsoon from March or April to September and the northeast monsoon from October to late March or early April. Infrastructures of the major cities can sometimes be heavily affected by longer periods of rain which can result in flooding, fluctuations of power and fresh water to certain areas and on occasions, landslides which can affect roads and rail links. It can sometimes take days for the water to recede completely, and all areas of the local infrastructure may become affected.
Check your travel arrangements prior to travel and expect some delays and difficulties moving around the country.
Natural Disasters - Tropical Storms
If you encounter a storm/typhoon system whilst travelling or living in Vietnam, monitor weather reports and think about limiting your movement around the country. In rural/isolated areas, take normal precautions (such as stocking a reasonable amount of bottled water/looking at alternative flights etc) in case the weather makes it difficult to leave your home/hotel.
Check your travel arrangements prior to travel and expect some delays and difficulties moving around the country.
Natural Disasters - Tropical Storms
If you encounter a storm/typhoon system whilst travelling or living in Vietnam, monitor weather reports and think about limiting your movement around the country. In rural/isolated areas, take normal precautions (such as stocking a reasonable amount of bottled water/looking at alternative flights etc) in case the weather makes it difficult to leave your home/hotel.
Independent travellers should avoid extremely isolated or rural areas if a typhoon system is forecast or affecting that area. Ensure friends/family have a copy of your travel itinerary and stay in regular contact with them to prevent unnecessary concern.
Monitor local and international weather updates from the World Meteorological Organisation (WMO). You can also accesshttp://www.nhc.noaa.gov for updates.
See our Tropical cyclones page for more detailed information about what to do if you are caught up in a typhoon.
On 2 November 2009, Tropical Storm Mirinae resulted in the deaths of at least 90 people in the central regions of Phu Yen, Khan Hoa, Gia Lai and Binh Dinh.
GENERAL
Many areas in Vietnam do not have well developed pavements, including major cities. This can make it difficult for people using prams or push-chairs.
General - Insurance
You should take out comprehensive travel and medical insurance (including medical evacuation) before travelling. Check that your policy covers you for the activities you want to undertake. See our Travel Insurance page.
If things do go wrong when you are overseas then see our When Things Go Wrong page.
General - Consular registration
Register with our LOCATE service to tell us when and where you are travelling abroad or where you live abroad so our consular and crisis staff can provide better assistance to you in an emergency.
If you are a British national and plan to stay for an extended period in Vietnam register with the British Embassy or Consulate viaLOCATE upon arrival.
General - Consular Assistance
Providing prompt consular assistance is difficult outside Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh City because of Vietnam’s poorly developed infrastructure. Some places are a flight away with only one daily flight. It is essential that you have comprehensive travel/medical insurance.
General - Consular Assistance - Statistics
219 British nationals required consular assistance in Vietnam in the period 01 April 2010 – 31 March 2011, for the following types of incident; deaths (10 cases); hospitalisations (20 cases). During this period assistance was also requested with regard to lost or stolen passports (97 cases).
General - Money
The national currency for Vietnam is Vietnam Dong (VND). However, US dollars are accepted. It is near impossible to change VND into USD, without the use of flight tickets to demonstrate your onward destination.
Credit cards are becoming more widely accepted, but outside main centres you may find cash the only acceptable currency and find it difficult to cash travellers’ cheques.
ATM’s are available in major cities and tourist areas.
It is possible to have funds transferred to Vietnam via international money transfer companies such as Western Union or Moneygram. Only exchange money at official Money Exchange Counters with a clear sign showing this. Illegal exchange places like gold shops may offer a higher rate but there are risks of losing your money.
General - Insurance
You should take out comprehensive travel and medical insurance (including medical evacuation) before travelling. Check that your policy covers you for the activities you want to undertake. See our Travel Insurance page.
If things do go wrong when you are overseas then see our When Things Go Wrong page.
General - Consular registration
Register with our LOCATE service to tell us when and where you are travelling abroad or where you live abroad so our consular and crisis staff can provide better assistance to you in an emergency.
If you are a British national and plan to stay for an extended period in Vietnam register with the British Embassy or Consulate viaLOCATE upon arrival.
General - Consular Assistance
Providing prompt consular assistance is difficult outside Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh City because of Vietnam’s poorly developed infrastructure. Some places are a flight away with only one daily flight. It is essential that you have comprehensive travel/medical insurance.
General - Consular Assistance - Statistics
219 British nationals required consular assistance in Vietnam in the period 01 April 2010 – 31 March 2011, for the following types of incident; deaths (10 cases); hospitalisations (20 cases). During this period assistance was also requested with regard to lost or stolen passports (97 cases).
General - Money
The national currency for Vietnam is Vietnam Dong (VND). However, US dollars are accepted. It is near impossible to change VND into USD, without the use of flight tickets to demonstrate your onward destination.
Credit cards are becoming more widely accepted, but outside main centres you may find cash the only acceptable currency and find it difficult to cash travellers’ cheques.
ATM’s are available in major cities and tourist areas.
It is possible to have funds transferred to Vietnam via international money transfer companies such as Western Union or Moneygram. Only exchange money at official Money Exchange Counters with a clear sign showing this. Illegal exchange places like gold shops may offer a higher rate but there are risks of losing your money.
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Susan Wong – Điều bí ẩn Châu Á
Susan Wong, cái tên này có quen thuộc với bạn hay không? Nếu bạn là một audiophile, hay chỉ cần là một người yêu nhạc, chắc hẳn bạn đã từng nghe đến nó. Và nếu được nghe những lời ca ngợi về Susan của những fan âm nhạc ở Đông Nam Á thì bạn sẽ không khỏi ngạc nhiên khi biết rằng Susan còn được họ tặng cho danh hiệu Nữ Hoàng Audiophile. Chất giọng mềm mại, gợi cảm và âm nhạc phóng khoáng của cô đã chiếm trọn trái tim của rất nhiều fan đam mê âm nhạc, mà một số lượng lớn là fan cuồng nhiệt và trung thành của Susan. Dân say mê audiophile từ những người sành nghe đĩa nhạc chất lượng cao đến những thính giả trẻ đều mê đắm những bài hát về tình yêu tha thiết từ trái tim – nhân tố liên kết những fan của Susan và họ nhận thấy đã khám phá ra một Điều bí ẩn Châu Á.
Susan sinh ra ở Hồng Kông và sống tại Sydney cùng gia đình từ lúc 7 tuổi. Với thiên hướng âm nhạc bẩm sinh, Susan học piano lúc 5 tuổi rồi tiếp theo là violin. Khi học ở Sydney, Susan hát giọng nữ trầm trong dàn hợp xướng, thường xuyên xuất hiện trong những vở nhạc kịch (Gilbert & Sullivan & The like) và tham dự nhiều cuộc thi piano. Cô đã nhận được tâm bằng liên kết chuyên ngành piano (ATCL) của trường Trinity College London.
Susan lần đầu gia nhập vào làng âm nhạc thế giới từ năm 6 tuổi khi cha mẹ cô đăng ký cho cô tham dự cuộc thi hát tai Sydney. Đây là cuộc thi do TVB tổ chức, người thắng cuộc sẽ được mời ký một hợp đồng ghi âm của hãng âm nhạc lớn của Hồng Kông. Susan đã đoạt giải nhất, trở lại Hồng Kông, nhà sản xuất TVB đề nghị ký hợp đồng với cô nhằm tạo dựng thương hiệu riêng. Sau khi cân nhắc, cô đã quyết định quay lại Úc, bỏ ước mơ sự nghiệp âm nhạc sang một bên để tập trung học Đại học.
Sau khi tốt nghiệp, cô trở về Hồng Kông giúp gia đình điều hành doanh nghiệp kế toán đồng thời lấy được chứng chỉ CPA. Một học sinh mà Susan dạy piano làm việc cho một công ty âm nhạc độc lập ở Hồng Kông đã đề nghị công ty mời Susan làm ca sĩ. Susan bắt đầu thu âm những bài hát tiếng Anh yêu thích và cho ra album Close to You. Khi album này được tung ra đã nhận được sự hoan nghênh rộng rãi, nhanh chóng trở thành album mà các quầy đĩa ưa chuộng và ngay tức khắc leo lên những bảng xếp hạng hàng đầu của các nước như Hồng Kông, Singapore, Thái Lan, Indonesia.
Bốn album tiếp theo Close to You đều là những tuyệt tác, chúng gặt hái được thành công to lớn về cả tài chính lẫn sự ca ngợi của giới phê bình. Susan được coi là nữ nghệ sĩ có số lượng đĩa bán chạy nhất trong lĩnh vực của mình ở ĐNA.
Đầu năm 2007, Susan Wong ký bản hợp đồng mới với Evolution Limited tại Hồng Kông và cho ra album đầu tiên của hãng vào tháng 8 – 2007. Đó chính là Someone Like You, được ghi âm tại Nashville, USA, lại tiếp tục thành công tại ĐNA. Tháng 9 – 2008, Someone Like You SACD version ra mắt tại Nhật Bản và được công chúng đón nhận nồng nhiệt. Với một luồng sinh khí mới, Susan đã tới Geneva, Thụy Sĩ làm việc với Adrien Z. Chúng ta hãy chờ đợi những điều mới mẻ từ Susan Wong trong album mới vào tháng 3- 2009.
Susan lần đầu gia nhập vào làng âm nhạc thế giới từ năm 6 tuổi khi cha mẹ cô đăng ký cho cô tham dự cuộc thi hát tai Sydney. Đây là cuộc thi do TVB tổ chức, người thắng cuộc sẽ được mời ký một hợp đồng ghi âm của hãng âm nhạc lớn của Hồng Kông. Susan đã đoạt giải nhất, trở lại Hồng Kông, nhà sản xuất TVB đề nghị ký hợp đồng với cô nhằm tạo dựng thương hiệu riêng. Sau khi cân nhắc, cô đã quyết định quay lại Úc, bỏ ước mơ sự nghiệp âm nhạc sang một bên để tập trung học Đại học.
Sau khi tốt nghiệp, cô trở về Hồng Kông giúp gia đình điều hành doanh nghiệp kế toán đồng thời lấy được chứng chỉ CPA. Một học sinh mà Susan dạy piano làm việc cho một công ty âm nhạc độc lập ở Hồng Kông đã đề nghị công ty mời Susan làm ca sĩ. Susan bắt đầu thu âm những bài hát tiếng Anh yêu thích và cho ra album Close to You. Khi album này được tung ra đã nhận được sự hoan nghênh rộng rãi, nhanh chóng trở thành album mà các quầy đĩa ưa chuộng và ngay tức khắc leo lên những bảng xếp hạng hàng đầu của các nước như Hồng Kông, Singapore, Thái Lan, Indonesia.
Bốn album tiếp theo Close to You đều là những tuyệt tác, chúng gặt hái được thành công to lớn về cả tài chính lẫn sự ca ngợi của giới phê bình. Susan được coi là nữ nghệ sĩ có số lượng đĩa bán chạy nhất trong lĩnh vực của mình ở ĐNA.Đầu năm 2007, Susan Wong ký bản hợp đồng mới với Evolution Limited tại Hồng Kông và cho ra album đầu tiên của hãng vào tháng 8 – 2007. Đó chính là Someone Like You, được ghi âm tại Nashville, USA, lại tiếp tục thành công tại ĐNA. Tháng 9 – 2008, Someone Like You SACD version ra mắt tại Nhật Bản và được công chúng đón nhận nồng nhiệt. Với một luồng sinh khí mới, Susan đã tới Geneva, Thụy Sĩ làm việc với Adrien Z. Chúng ta hãy chờ đợi những điều mới mẻ từ Susan Wong trong album mới vào tháng 3- 2009.
Susan là một trong những Nữ ca sĩ Audiophile hàng đầu của Châu Á hiện tại. Với phong cách hát nhạc Jazz nhưng lại trình bày các bản tình ca theo cách nhả chữ của người Châu Á, thật chậm chạp, trễ nải, tròn rõ từng câu từng chữ như muốn truyền tải hết mọi tâm tư tình cảm, những lời nói từ tận trong con tim của một người đang yêu. Một điểm đặc biệt nữa là cô chỉ hát trên những dàn nhạc Acoustic (nhạc cụ mộc) thật nhẹ nhàng, êm dịu, bản nhạc của Susan gồm những tiếng móc classic của cây guitar thùng, tiếng rải của piano, hay tiếng kéo điêu luyện của chỉ một cây violon, tất cả tựa như một dải lụa nhung nâng đỡ tiếng hát tuyệt vời của Susan. Đắm mình trong không gian yên tĩnh và hòa với giọng ca day dứt nhưng cũng ấm áp và ngọt ngào như mật của Susan Wong thì không còn gì tuyệt bằng.
Các album của Susan Wong hiện có
Susan Wong – A Night at the Movies (J171)
Susan Wong – Close to You (J172)
Sunsan Wong – I wish you love (J169)
Susan Wong – Just a Little Bossa Nova (J173)
Susan Wong – Someone Like You (J106)
Susan Wong – These Foolish Things (J174)
Susan Wong – A Night at the Movies (J171)
Susan Wong – Close to You (J172)
Sunsan Wong – I wish you love (J169)
Susan Wong – Just a Little Bossa Nova (J173)
Susan Wong – Someone Like You (J106)
Susan Wong – These Foolish Things (J174)
Trong đó album đầu tay Close to You là album được thính giả đón nhận nhiều nhất, đặc biệt là trackKilling me softly. Những album tiếp theo là những dấu mốc khẳng định vững chắc tài năng của Susan, là từng bậc thang đưa cô đến với danh hiệu Nữ hoàng Audiophile. Đến Just a Little Bossa Nova ,khoảng ngẫu hứng giữa các bài hát rất hay, đặc biệt với track Emotion và Imagine.
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