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February 2017
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Island Breaks Phu Quoc Phu Quoc is the largest island in Vietnam. The economy is centered on fishing, agriculture and a fast-growing tourism sector. Phu Quoc lies off the coast of Cambodia in the Gulf of Thailand. It’s known for its white-sandy beaches and resorts, on the southwest coast. More than half of the island is part of Phu Quoc National Park, which offers visitors plenty of opportunity to explore the dense tropical jungle, hiking trails and wildlife. Duong Dong is the largest town, with day and night markets selling crafts, produce and fish.
Cham Island The Cham Islands constitute a group of 8 small islands of Quang Nam, which form a part of the Cu Lao Cham Marine Park, a world Biosphere Reserve recognized by UNESCO, in the South East Asia Sea in Vietnam.The islands are approachable from Cua Dai beach.
Until a few years ago, Cham island in central Vietnam was a military zone and off-limits to tourists. Times have changed and the island is now easily accessible by boat from Hoi An. Cham Island is a popular island for diving and there are a few establishments that cater to the visitors needs on the island. A temple worth a visit is Ong Ngu in Bai Lang which is dedicated to the whale and whale shark which were regarded as the oceanic gods until recently.
Phu Quy Phu Quy forms the largest island of a range of ten islands 120 km southeast of the Phan Thiet Sea. The group of islets also known as Phu Quy district. Long stretches of white sandy beaches and dense coral reefs this 16.5 km2 has a population of 25 000 people. With its abundant sealife and natural resources, incredible rock formations and temples Phu Quay also boasts a lighthouse, one of only two in the country that run on solar energy. Phu Quay translated - “rich and precious” is very aptly named.
Bay Canh Island Con Son Con Son, also known as Con Lon, is the largest island of the Con Dao archipelago, off the coast of southern Vietnam in the South China Sea, the Con Dao islands are 155 miles from Ho Chi Minh City. Only the main island, Con Son, has a population of 6000 inhabitants but the other islands are open for visits as well.
Binh Ba Binh Ba Island, about 60km from Nha Trang, and is a relatively new destination on the tourist map. Nom Beach is the most beautiful beach on the island, having a bow back sand beach with the gigantic stones on the two top sides. You will be pleasure in the blue beach stretching out to the skyline. Nha Cu Beach has dense coral and is the best place for diving and snorkelling. Chuong Beach is the ideal area to watch the sunrise from.
Located to the east of Con Son island with an area of 683 hectares, the whole island is covered by rainforest with wildlife distribution of endemic, rare species such as ebony squirrel, Con Dao black squirrel, lizards, pythons, snakes, some seabird species. The archipelago’s second largest island has an area of 683 hectares, mostly covered by rainforest full of rare species, as well as some mangrove forest. It also has the most sea turtles laying eggs. Cat Lon Beach is one of 14 turtle breeding grounds on the island. During breeding and nesting season from April to September, you have a chance to see as many as 20-30 turtles nests.
Tuan Chau Tuan Chau Island can be reached via the 2-km cement road from the mainland of Ha Long city. The island has many archaeological sites pertaining to the ancient Ha Long culture from 3,000 to 5,000 years ago.
Cat Ba Rugged, mountainous Cat Ba island is a pleasant alternative to the busy Halong Bay area and a great base to explore the wider Ha Long region. Most of the island is a national park, with trails that fringe the habitat of one of the world’s rarest primates, but highly endangered Cat Ba langur.
Ly Son Ly Son Island is the Garlic Kingdom of Vietnam. Despite its small size the island grows a considerable amount of red and white garlic. White garlic even is often referred to as the pearl of Vietnam. The compact island is full of ancient temples, beautiful mountains and beaches. The nearest major city to the island is Quang Ngai, which is just over 100 km from Danang. There are more than 50 ancient pagodas, temples and shrines to be seen on this tiny island.
Fabulous Football The Brazilian Football School, established in Vietnam in April 2015 is now bringing soccer clinics to the Tay Ho area. The clinic will have an introductionary workshop on the 9th of February where boys and girls from 8 to 14 years old can attend free of charge to experience the activities the program has to offer. It is no accident that Brazil is home to a lot of famous soccer players like Ronaldo, Romario, Ronaldinho Gaucho, Zico, Garrincha... and the greatest of them all, Pele - the highest scoring player in history, with 1279 goals. He was decisive in winning three World Cups for Brazil: in 1958, 1962, and 1970. Ronaldo, nicknamed Fenomeno, also made history in winning the World Cups of 1994 and 2002. In 2002, he scored the two winning goals in the final match. Players like these spent time as any other group of boys and girls playing an informal soccer game, or “pelada” on back streets, city lots, beaches, futsal courts, and grassy fields of Brazil, in which players develop amazing skills admired by millions of people around the world. With Fla Souza and Edu Peixoto leading the clinics, both football professionals from Brazil, the students have an incredible opportunity to learn from the best. As the football school grew, the realization that there were far too many students desperate to play but without the financial means was a evident. Fla and Edu along with a few Vietnamese coaches help set up clubs to assist these kids voluntarily. They now have just under 100 students on this program with the most amazing results.
Ly Son Island - source: dulichdanang.vn
Although the Brazilian Football School set out to teach soccer, soon Pauliny, wife of Edu Peixoto realized that there was a desperate need for students to learn English. At first she started an English club in 2014 from her home on Saturday afternoons, she now supports over 150 children in rural areas as well where they have rented a house to support the teaching in the area which now includes adults. Pauliny was ecstatic when she heard one of her first students, Linh (11years), one of only two students selected, was awarded a scholarship based on her English. “This has made it so rewarding “ says Pauliny. With your financial help, the Brazilian Football School will continue to give young students in the Hanoi community an opportunity to play soccer and develop important characteristics that will help them through their young life and beyond. There are several ways to assist. Please contact Pauliny Peixoto or Miriam Souza at bfshanoi@gmail.com or telephonically 0947531578 or tak a look at the website brazilfootball.vn