Financial crime Malta graylisted for Financial crimes

Status: 06/24/2021 9:40 a.m.

Corruption, money laundering and “golden passports”: the Mediterranean island of Malta has fallen into twilight. An international institution to combat money laundering now wants to monitor the country more closely. The attempts by the Maltese government to avert the decision of the Financial Action Task Force (FATF) were unsuccessful: The international institution for combating money laundering, terrorist financing and the financing of weapons of mass destruction has put Malta on the gray list for financial crimes, according to the Times newspaper of Malta “reported. Inclusion on this list means that the country is under increased surveillance, that it is being monitored more and more. At the same time, the state undertakes to remedy the deficiencies identified in the context of financial crime. Who is the FATF?

The Financial Action Task Force, based in Paris, is an independent international institution that develops and promotes measures to combat money laundering, the financing of terrorism and the financing of weapons of mass destruction. It was founded in 1989 by the G7 countries and currently has 37 members. More than 200 states and jurisdictions have committed to complying with the FATF standards. The FATF is supported by a secretariat affiliated with the Organization for Economic Cooperation and Development (OECD).

Malta pledges cooperation

Prime Minister Robert Abela confirmed the decision and described it as “unjust”. Most of the concerns expressed by the reviewers have already been addressed. Malta wants to continue with its reform program, said Abela. “We will intensify our exchanges to better explain Malta’s achievements and to ensure that they are respected and understood by the international community.” Malta will never show itself to be uncooperative in the fight against financial crime or resist it, he assured the international partners.

Cayman Islands and Syria are also on the gray list

It is not the first time that Malta has fallen into twilight: the country has already been screened for financial crime more intensely because of its “golden passport” program. Like Cyprus, Malta had granted citizenships in return for financial commitments. The EU Commission then initiated infringement proceedings.

With the jump on the gray list of the FATF there is now a further loss of reputation for the country. As of February 2021, the FATF gray list includes countries such as Burkina Faso, the Cayman Islands, Ghana, Mauritius, Panama, Syria, Uganda, Yemen and Zimbabwe.

Germany holds the FATF presidency

Germany took over the presidency of the FATF in July 2020. The term of office of Marcus Pleyer from the Federal Ministry of Finance ends on June 30, 2022.

Marcus Pleyer is currently the President of the FATF. Image: Felix Zahn / photothek.net

Incidentally, the Federal Republic of Germany is currently also being routinely audited by the FATF. In its last evaluation in 2010, the organization came to the conclusion that Germany was susceptible to money laundering and terrorist financing

So, have you ever tried to “abolish” time and plan your life as you like? Depart at 3 in the morning to see the sea, have dinner at 12 noon, and have a supper at 3 in the afternoon. Do these events sound incredible? For us, such a thing may be unimaginable, but for the residents of this “sun never setting” island, such a life has become commonplace.

This is Sommaroy Island on the west coast of Norway. It is also the place where time has been “abolished” in the world. Tourists here have taken off their watches to free themselves from the shackles of time. In addition to this special custom, this small island also has many beautiful natural scenery, such as charming and comfortable coasts, gorgeous aurora and so on.

For most of us, we have always followed the life habit of “work at sunrise and rest at sunset”. The traditional time system still plays a very important role in our lives. But for Sommaroy Island, this is not the case. Because this island will usher in 69 days of polar day every year from May 18th to July 26th, summer is very long for this small island, and it also gets the name of “Summer Island” . For the residents of Summer Island, summer time is precious, and they especially enjoy life under the sun. Because in this summer, which lasts for more than two months, the sun will not set, and the sun will brighten the entire island. Even if people come out to build their own lawn at 3 in the morning, it will not look very abrupt. Some friends may wonder how to sleep at night or during the day? In fact, don’t worry, the local windows will be equipped with blackout blinds, and the room will become pitch black when they are put down. What needs to be mentioned is that after the long polar day, the residents on the small island will usher in the polar night for three months from November to January of the following year. The sun will not rise again and the entire island will be It became gloomy. But this did not make the island lose its charm, on the contrary, it attracted more tourists to come here for sightseeing. Because during this period of time, if you are lucky, you may see the aurora from the North Pole, which is gorgeous and fantastic. Due to the special geographical environment and climatic conditions, the permanent population of Xiazhidao is not very large. There are only 350 residents on the island, which is not as large as a community in our country. It can be called a sparsely populated area. Local people mainly rely on tourism and fisheries for their livelihoods. It takes a few days for fishermen to go out to sea to fish. Coupled with the long-lasting extreme daylight phenomenon, the residents’ concept of time is very vague. In 2019, the residents of the island united to propose to the government a proposal to abolish the time system, and finally realized “time freedom.” The original proponent of this idea, Shell Overweeding, gave his own answer: “Our goal is to provide as much flexibility and flexibility as possible.” Residents can do it 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Arrange your time flexibly, whether it’s rest or work. If you want to go fishing early in the morning, do it. No one will persuade you not to stay up late. From the outside to this “timeless” island, you will pass a bridge on the way. Since the island passed the proposal to abolish time, tourists who travel here will take off their watches when they pass the bridge and hang them on the railings of the bridge. There are many different styles of watches tied to the bridge. It becomes a special ceremony, reminding people that after crossing this bridge, they come to the “timeless state” at the end of the world

Many people know that China’s coastline is very long and has many island resources. In addition to some large-scale and tourism-influenced islands, there are also many other aspects of the distribution of island resources, and this can also show that its island resources are very prominent. In the world, many countries also have abundant island resources. Some islands have different shapes, distinctive features, rich cultural connotations and rich landscapes. The resulting culture is very rich, which also promotes the development of their islands. Will become bigger, and this part of the resources can also be seen to a certain extent that the island resources are very representative, and the cultural charm generated by this is relatively large. The editor will introduce a few See the island resources, especially some animal resources inside the island.

Colon Islands

This island is located off Ecuador in the eastern part of the Central Pacific Ocean. It is composed of 13 small islands and 19 rocks. It has a large area and a long history. The reason for its formation is also very simple. It gradually formed after a long time of accumulation. Nowadays, this island is called the “living museum of biological evolution”. This is mainly due to its unique climatic environment and geomorphic characteristics, which have prompted many creatures to settle here, and over time, it has formed a very important place in the world. Rare cultural atmosphere, so when developing its island tourism, its cultural charm is even greater.

Animal resources

The most worthwhile animal is the penguin. Many tourists will be confused. Penguins should live in the South Pole in the southern hemisphere. Why do penguins live in the northern hemisphere? In fact, this is also the power of nature. Because this is the only island in the northern hemisphere where penguins live, and there are many reasons. One of them is that it is affected by the Peruvian cold current, which makes it not a high-temperature and rainy natural environment, but suitable The penguin survived.

In addition to penguins, there are also many other types of islands in this island, such as sea lions and seals. Of course, it also contains some special species. So over time, it has formed a very unique cultural charm, which also promotes this island. The ecological environment of the city has become better. Because it is less disturbed by the outside world, many natural environments have been better preserved, which also makes tourists feel very appreciative.

Editor’s View

The island resources in the world are very rich. No matter which island resource it is, tourists need to focus on protection, strengthen and enhance the awareness of protection. Only through protection, the development of its islands can be protected to the greatest extent. Therefore, after the performance of its island development in the future, it will also be loved by many tourists. The development of tourism also needs to strengthen the protection of its islands.

But few people know that Cambodia also has an extremely beautiful pearl island, dubbed the “Forgotten Paradise”. The place to be mentioned is Koh Rong Island in Sihanoukville, where visitors will not have to spend thousands of dollars to visit a sea paradise like the Maldives, but can still watch the shimmering of the blue sea and golden sunshine. (Photo: Phuotvivu) Located about 20 km from Sihanoukville city, Koh Rong is an island located in the Gulf of Thailand. It takes about 2 hours from the mainland to the island. Seen from afar, the jade-green sea with white sand stretches along with the extremely romantic sky. Adding to the beauty of the island is the dark green color of the tropical rainforest, creating a fresh, free space with heaven and earth. In contrast to the vibrant Sihanoukville, Koh Rong is really a wild and quiet paradise that makes visitors from far away fall in love as soon as they arrive. (Photo: Visitkohrong) (Photo: Divui) The primeval forests and animals on the island are planned by experts from France and Russia for tourism. You can easily book a snorkeling tour to explore the beautiful coral reefs or rent a boat from local fishermen to experience the near-shore fishing trip, the feeling of floating on the sea. But the most special thing that this island possesses is a rare natural phenomenon called the phosphorescent sea. Most visitors come to Koh Rong just to get this unique experience. (Photo: Go Cambodia) These phosphorescent spots are caused by glowing plankton that emit pale cyanide when under pressure, creating one of the most magical glowing spectacles on the planet with its sparkling beaches. This species grows very quickly as the amount of nitrogen and phosphorus released by humans into the sea increases. Many people liken these plankton to sea fireflies. If fireflies crept in the forests creating a dreamlike scene like being lost in a wonderland, these plankton also sparkle in the middle of the sea like a galaxy under the water. (Photo: Visitkohrong) (Photo: Colourbox/P.Grebekin) To admire this sight, you just need to go to the darkest side of the beach during the night and jump into the water. Since the plankton starts to light up when you hit the water, use your hands and feet to whirl the water. The longer you do that, the more the plankton in the water will sparkle. Your every move, every move is a different galaxy with many shapes drawn by you. They are not fixed but constantly change according to the body. It feels like whether in the sky or in the water is a magical sparkling starry sky that makes anyone excited and ecstatic.

Lighthouse on Co To island. Co To impressed me from a young age. Mr. Van Bao invited me to go to the island but could not arrange with him. Sitting here today, I miss you so much – You’re gone! Co To that day was wild and attractive to tourists. Co To has Thanh Lam mandarin oranges and sai worms – a very unique specialty of the island. Have you enjoyed a bowl of Luc Quoc dumplings in Pho Hue, Cho Hom yet? Great broth is this cult dish! The tram driver is a longtime resident of the Island of Fun. He is like an enthusiastic guide. He is the owner of Hai Au Hotel. Talking with him is fun to . His name is Bui Hong Van. He said: In the past, the islanders were mainly Vietnamese of Chinese origin … residing on the island, where the “good land birds perched”. In 1979 “the wind blew through”… Now there are only a few households left, but the lifestyle on the island is more or less imprinted with the customs and habits of the Chinese people. The author of the article at a hotel on Co To island on May 31, 2020. On May 9, 1961, Uncle Ho visited the island. Uncle said: Our country has forests and seas. The forest of gold, the sea of ​​silver, Uncle compared the island to a precious gem we must protect and build the island to become richer and more beautiful… We are walking on Route 9-5 (the mark of Uncle Ho’s visit to the island), the two sides are straight. Rows of Arhat pine trees lead to the island district park. The islanders built a monument to Uncle Ho, remembering the day Uncle returned to the island. There are two beautiful lotus ponds, the islanders took the effort to bring here from the Lotus Village in Uncle’s hometown. Tung La Han symbolizes Co To island (like the square eagle tree in Ly Son island, the three maple tree in Truong Sa). Tung La Han creates a very beautiful canopy, ripe fruit has the image of Arhat worshiping Buddha, a precious tree for connoisseurs of ornamental creatures. Through the story with Mr. Bui Hong Van ; It can be said that the new face of Co To Island was marked in two periods. Firstly , it was the early 80s of the last century ; with policies to encourage people to build a new economy on the island. At that time, the largest population was Thanh Hoa people, then Nam Dinh, Thai Binh … People who came to the island were divided by the local government into plots, allocated residential land, and cultivated land. Second, the island district was established. On October 16, 2013, the electric light was pulled out to the island. If there is electricity, there is tap water. Roads open. The mainland is closer to the island. The pace of urban construction is very fast. In recent years, the real estate market has grown rapidly. Inland business companies flocked to the island to buy land to open restaurants, hotels and resorts. The wave of business beat those who had previously moved to the island to “build a new economy”. Land is expensive, many people sell to go home to live… & The owner of Hai Au hotel took us across the island. Through the pristine forests, rocky mountains to the coastal roads, beaches. There are places like my hometown in the midland area of ​​Phu Tho with fruit trees, cows and rice fields, growing vegetables. In the valley , the freshwater reservoir for the islanders is very large . The scenic spots : the towering lighthouse , the lighthouse , the rocky beach , the waves crashing against the rocky beach , tossing white foam . Van Chay beach has light waves, clear blue water. How poetic when visitors walk on the “Love Road” leading to the “Love Bathing Station”, enjoy a cup of coffee in the “Peaceful Kitchen” shop, watch the waves crash on the shore … a beautiful beach full of beauty. Since this place caught the eye, the director chose a scene for the hit movie called “A lifetime of resentment”. & I discussed with the hotel owner that I am not very fond of the modern urban development throughout the island because if you enjoy luxury travel with the scenery of the island’s coastal road at night with lights and flowers, loud speakers. … then I search inland. I came to travel here to find the pleasure of the “wild” sea and island, quiet space, salty sea breeze, to experience the fishing life …. He laughed and said “that’s his hobby. “. Unfortunately, residents like us need to have more jobs, expand and flourish. I counter to him ” Because I am god ” ! Just fun. The problem is how to calculate that Co To will forever retain its God-given beauty. How does tourism have its own “unique” identity?

The Philippines is famous for its beautiful islands and beaches. The proposal came after a task force on infectious diseases in the Philippines asked stakeholders to learn about the process of receiving international guests who have received the Covid-19 vaccine. If the “green corridor” is approved, eligible international visitors will be allowed to enter the Philippines for tourism and resort purposes, in the context of quarantine rules being relaxed in many other countries. DOT is monitoring neighboring markets on how to reopen international travel. Specifically, for fully vaccinated people, the quarantine period will be reduced from 10 days to 7 days in Thailand, or from 21 days to 7 days in Hong Kong (China). Meanwhile, the Philippines is requiring travelers to quarantine for 10 days and 4 days at home, along with an RT-PCR test on the seventh day of isolation. “We must catch up with our neighbors and the rest of the world in gradually reopening tourist attractions. The Philippines should be ready, before international tourism in the world resumes,” Ms. Bernadette said. Romulo-Puyat added.

Summer has arrived but luxury yachts anchored in deep-water ports are sparse, elite parties have yet to begin, music festivals are banned, bars remain closed. However, behind that bleak landscape is a whole plan to revive the tourism industry that has begun to spread across the island. In the labyrinthine alleys of the main town, street painters are painstakingly painting the walls. They hope that in the next few weeks or months, their work will be flooded with check-in photos on Instagram. Greece is launching a campaign called Blue Freedom on 80 islands with the desire to rebuild the smokeless industry amid the pandemic. The campaign started with a plan to vaccinate against Covid-19 for all people on the islands. Mykonos struggles to revive tourism. “Heaven” hides Greece’s post-Covid-19 economic recovery plans rely heavily on the tourism industry. This industry accounts for 18% of the economy and provides one-fifth of job opportunities for workers. Tourism also helped Greeks get out of a 10-year financial crisis that ended just before the outbreak of Covid-19. Last year, the country welcomed less than a third of 2019’s tourist arrivals, according to the UNWTO World Tourism Organization. Mykonos belongs to the Cyclades group of islands and is the most famous destination in Greece. Before the pandemic, this place was known as a “party paradise” for the super rich and famous. From former US First Lady Jacqueline Kennedy Onassis to female stars such as Grace Kelly (USA), Brigitte Bardot (France), Sophia Loren (Italy)… all have visited Mykonos. Mayor Konstantinos Koukas said: “The people of Mykonos were shocked when the number of tourists dropped sharply last year. But this year there are signs that the number of visitors may double compared to 2020.” Before the pandemic, the island of Mykonos was famous for its bustling nightlife. Compared to some other Mediterranean countries that also depend on tourism, Greece is said to be working hard to revive the smokeless industry. At the beginning of April, as the world faced a new wave of epidemics, the country reopened to most tourists. It is the second EU country, after Croatia, to allow Americans to come in without quarantine. According to the CNN , Americans are the most generous travelers in the Mediterranean country. The US ambassador to Greece, Geoffrey Pyatt, recently praised the “record nine direct flights per day by US airlines to Greece this summer”. With dozens of fully vaccinated islands and long coastlines, Greece promises to become a “shelter paradise” in the middle of the epidemic season. However, things in Mykonos seem more complicated. This party island is unlike any other idyllic destination. Mykonos’ brand and sales are shaped by its bustling nightlife, a business that’s not easy to bounce back from during the pandemic. Magic formula Although the US State Department recently added Greece to its long list of “Level 4: Do Not Travel” countries, the promise of a Covid-19-free Mykonos has attracted the interest of travelers worldwide. demand, especially from the US. Iraklis Zisimopoulos, CEO of the Semeli Hospitality Group hotel, restaurant and bar chain on the island, said his company has received a lot of inquiries and booking requests recently. “The two main questions are the vaccination plan and whether tourists will be able to party on the island like they used to. We told them that in July things will probably be back to normal as they were. There’s never been a pandemic.” Zisimopoulos describes the vaccine as a “miracle recipe for a return to nightlife”. Greece hopes a nationwide vaccination plan will help revive Mykonos. Global reopening plans remain flexible, depending on the policies of each country. The new variant of SARS-CoV-2 is a constant worry. Some countries continue to ban their citizens from traveling abroad. Travelers may be forced to quarantine after returning home. However, in Mykonos, the first large yachts of this summer have arrived. At the trendy Alemagou Beach bar, German booze is ready again. After months of lockdown, a visitor from Hamburg (Germany) said that she and her friends were finally reunited in Mykonos and it felt like a dream. “Last year, we were not vaccinated. But this year, we became the first to get vaccinated and travel. We want to show people that they can have a good time and be safe here,” she said.

“In preparation, the government has implemented an extensive vaccination program for many target groups, including the tourist workforce. In addition, the government also initiated a Clean, Health, Safety and Environmentally Sustainability certification program across the entire tourism sector in Indonesia,” the announcement said. Bali injects Covid-19 vaccine for locals to implement a plan to reopen to welcome visitors. Photo: AFP. Earlier, Indonesian President Joko Widodo also said that the country would partially open its borders in July. Bali, Batam and Bintan will become the “engines” to revive the country’s tourism economy. These destinations are also “green zones” – places that are considered to be under control of the Covid-19 epidemic and most of the population has been vaccinated. However, the information about the reopening of Indonesia’s borders comes in the context of experts warning that the country is on the verge of another outbreak. The cause may come from the large gatherings after the Muslim holiday of Eid al-Fitr. Indonesia applied a travel ban from May 6 to May 17 to limit the spread of the pandemic. However, government figures show that at least 1.5 million people moved before the ban took effect. Bali is absent from international tourists due to the pandemic. Photo: AP. Plans next July are not the first time Bali has tried to open up to tourists to revive the economy. In 2020, the plan to welcome foreign visitors back in September was canceled due to continued travel bans and a spike in the number of Covid-19 cases locally. The lack of visitors due to the pandemic has devastated Bali’s economy, which is 80% dependent on tourism. The destination is known as the “paradise island”, which is always bustling, now deserted, restaurants and bars are almost empty, operating in moderation or going bankrupt. According to the Reuters Indonesia is also the most affected Southeast Asian country in the Covid-19 pandemic, with more than 1.7 million infections and 48,000 deaths.

From the abode of the poor fisherman Hon Thom is a beautiful island located in the South of Phu Quoc island with an area of ​​about 6km2. With an equivalent area and favored by nature with wild, poetic beauty and beautiful scenery, this “emerging” tropical paradise is likened to Boracay of Vietnam. Hon Thom used to be a poor fishing village, a resting place for ships from all over the world. 10 years ago, Hon Thom was literally a “fish market” filled with all kinds of fishing boats of all sizes anchored to exchange and trade after the trip to sea. The coast is gently sloping, small cruise ships cannot dock close to the shore, so it is rare for a group of tourists to visit for a while. Tourists go to the island early in the morning, swim in the sea, watch the sky and see the mountains, then quickly get on the canoe and board the ship back to the mainland before the afternoon has passed. Hon Thom then looked like a beautiful girl still hiding in the middle of the ocean. On the white sandy shore are small but quite bustling markets, all mainly serving strangers from fishing boats in Ca Mau, Phu Quoc, Rach Gia… anchored outside. The temporary shops set up almost exclusively sell to people taking the train to stop by. Follow the small sandy road lined with coconut trees, about a kilometer long running from the south to the north of the main island where the island’s inhabitants live. Due to the peculiarities of custom, fishing boats often pull together to change places, so the rows of shops or houses are just thatched roofs, sagging wooden houses, it is difficult to find a spacious walled house on the island. This island is about 6km2 wide. The awakening of Hon Thom In 2015, the Phu Quoc district government determined that Hon Thom – the largest island in the An Thoi island cluster would develop in the direction of entertainment and resort tourism. And very quickly, after only a few years, the small island infrastructure completely changed with “terrible” projects invested by Sun Group. If before, the island commune still did not have electricity to the grid, the phone wave was also very unstable, and it was inconvenient to travel to the island, now, thanks to the world’s longest three-wire cable car system, it is less than 15 years old. minutes, visitors will be at the island. Not only the grid is ready to light up day and night, but the wifi is also covered to the cable car cabin. At the end of the cable car in Hon Thom, a vibrant four-season Sun World Hon Thom Nature Park entertainment complex has also been formed, turning the once sleazy “fish market” into a top-class entertainment center on the island. Ngoc Phu Quoc. The performances and festivals are jubilant everywhere, plus the most modern water park in Southeast Asia Aquatopia makes the visitor’s experience seem to be endless. The beaches of Nom, Bai Nam, Bai Chuong, Bai Trao, which were somewhat “wild” and quietly beside the leaning coconut shadows, have now really “awakened” by a series of sea experiences such as jet skiing, paragliding, kayak,… attract tourists to have fun and forget the way home. To the future of luxury residence of the rich The rapid “makeover” of Hon Thom has led to a change in the tourism landscape on the island, tourists no longer focus on the North and Central islands but focus on the South, An Thoi archipelago area, which attracts Number 1 is Hon Thom island. In 2019, Phu Quoc welcomed more than 5.1 million visitors, making the main contribution to Kien Giang’s revenue of nearly 19,000 billion VND, of which the southern island area, notably Hon Thom, also contributed to the number of visitors. small. Along with receiving a huge capital poured into transport and tourism infrastructure, in the near future Hon Thom promises to become the new tourism capital of Phu Quoc. Currently, the rich have begun to “hunt” for the opportunity to find a second home on this paradise island. The attraction of an ideal, fresh and affluent life on a rich tourist island in the middle of the ocean is always the desire of many people, so experts predict that a wave of migration will soon appear. to Hon Thom. It is believed that soon this place will be as busy as Boracay of the Philippines with a busy chain of business shops, high-class resorts by the beaches with potential. The strengths of Hon Thom will be “activated” with unprecedented strength. And the South island in general, Hon Thom in particular will be a lively destination, representing the development of Phu Quoc. Therefore, this is the golden time to own a second home in Hon Thom with a small amount of capital at the early stages of development, before it becomes a highly sought-after property just a few years later on the island. tourist island “earn money”. Thus, you can both enjoy the vacation of your dreams, and at the same time can “pocket” a large profit from rental or self-service travel business. Seize the opportunity soon, creating a prosperous life. Prosperity and prosperity in this place will not take too much time.

In an announcement at the Arabian Travel Market (ATM) Dubai tourism fair 2021, Indonesia’s Deputy Tourism Minister Nia Niscaya said that Indonesia has implemented a broad vaccination program for many target groups, including the military. Tourism industry workers: “The government has initiated the program ‘Cleanliness, Health, Safety and Environmental Sustainability’ throughout the Indonesian tourism industry. We are confident that Indonesia remains a world-class destination.” The absence of international visitors has wreaked havoc on Bali’s economy. Source: Sonny Tumbelaka /AFP Indonesia is working to revive the tourism industry, especially in Bali. The absence of international visitors has wreaked havoc on the island’s economy, which relies up to 80% on tourism. Many resorts are deserted, businesses are closed and the bustling Denpasar airport is now mostly empty. Previously, a plan to welcome international guests back to Bali in September last year was canceled due to the local outbreak of Covid-19.

Spotted deer, also known as white-spotted deer and flower deer, native to the forest regions of Sri Lanka, Nepal, Bangladesh and India, are the most common deer species in the region. Their belly is white, with a light reddish brown body, with white spots, looking very beautiful. The height at the shoulder is about 90 cm, the weight can reach 85 kg, the life span is about 20 to 30 years. Hawaii originally had only two species of mammals, the gray bat and the seal. After the Bosnians and Europeans arrived on the island, they respectively brought pigs, horses, sheep, goats, cows, rats, rabbits and other mammals; coupled with the fact that Hawaii was an important shipping hub and at the time, species from all over the world were brought ashore by smugglers’ ships, and apparently these exotic species later that have invaded the territory and food of native species and caused many of them to become extinct. According to a 2017 study published in the journal “Nature-Ecology and Evolution,” Hawaii and Florida in the United States are home to the largest numbers of invasive species in islands and continental coastal areas, respectively. globally. The growth and development success of spotted deer in Hawaii can be said to be a model of the invasion of alien species, according to experts’ estimates, there are about 70,000 spotted deer on Molokai Island in when the inhabitants there were only about 7,000 people; The second largest island is Maui, which has about 70,000 spotted deer, while in the other small islands there are about 50,000, the main island of Hawaii is only 16,000 square kilometers but has at least more than 100,000. The reason spotted deer is so successful in Hawaii is because of the vegetation here that the fauna is here – like protozoa, native species lead a very comfortable life, they are stupid and fearful, even they have not yet evolved any defensive skills, such as stinging and venom, which has allowed invaders such as spotted deer, wild boar, and goats to freely forage and reproduce without have any concerns. In addition, there are no aggressive predators and predators here, so spotted deer are not threatened at all, they did not even choose the breeding season, instead young deer were born. year round. This makes their growth almost unrestricted. This led to the ecological destruction of Hawaii by spotted deer. The birds that nest on the ground always have their nests destroyed, the green leaves and young shoots of the plants are also their delicious meal, the fruits, vegetables and sugarcane of the farmers have the same fate. The destruction of green vegetation by spotted deer has increased the fragility of the natural environment on the Hawaiian Islands, the land being washed into the sea, which in turn leads to the degradation of coral reefs. Moreover, spotted deer also provide food for another invasive species, mosquito, and threaten human health and safety; when they die and there are no animals to eat them, this will pollute the environment and form harmful risks to human health. The fragile aquatic environment on the archipelago is also greatly impacted; Spotted deer also love to wriggle across the road, which is also a fatal threat to motorists. Although sacred to Hawaiians and important to the local water supply, Hawaii’s endemic plant species ironwood (Hawaiian apricot tree) that grows in tall forests is also threatened by spotted deer. This plant can take root in volcanic rocks 20 to 25 meters high, when surrounded by clouds and fog, water will condense on the leaves and fall to the ground, condensing into droplets into the reservoir. In fact, ironwood trees are susceptible to two types of fungal infections, forming scars on the bark, before the tree can heal these scars on its own to avoid fungal infection, spotted deer will bite and rub the bark causing the wounds. wounds take longer to heal, eventually causing fatal injuries to the plant. It seems that the spotted deer invasion was really a big deal, although Kamehameha V is hailed as the last emperor of the Kamehameha dynasty, revered as much as the first, but at this point he has clearly created a crisis for the archipelago and has left a big problem for generations to come. Because spotted deer have no natural enemies, the Hawaiians have to hunt deer and consider it a part of traditional culture, especially in rural areas, many families have additional cold storage to store spotted deer meat. . However, most spotted deer in Hawaii live on private land, although a deer hunting license costs as little as $20 a year and can be obtained online, the procedures and processes involved in hunting are complicated. Shooting made the deer hunting efficiency very low. In addition to reaching an agreement with the landowner, each hunter must be accompanied by a Department of Agriculture inspector to conduct a medical examination of wild spotted deer after hunting. There is also another rule that hunters must always follow in terms of humane issues, which is to only fire a single shot against a spotted deer, this bullet must make the prey immediately unconscious. ie, which means you have to shoot at its skull. If you can’t do it, you can only wait until evening, bring military-grade night vision goggles, even use a drone to find the deer you want to hunt, to be able to do this humanely. In addition, US law allows you to provide game meat to people who need it, after which you must pass a few meat tests before you can enjoy them. But Hawaii does not have a legal venison slaughter operation, so even if a commercial deer hunter wanted to sell spotted deer, they would have to transport the spotted deer to the United States for processing, then then shipped back for sale, which makes spotted deer meat here commanding a hefty price tag. Spotted deer are good runners, smart and resilient, so Hawaii plans to build fences in 30% of key areas to protect endangered species from spotted deer – need to build fences nearly 4 meters high to be able to completely stop them, this is certainly a huge investment, difficult to make. Looking at this you might think it’s too complicated, but if Hawaii is located in China, the problem is much simpler, gourmets can quickly return the spotted deer herd to the state it was when they invaded 150 years ago for a short while.

(Photo: iExplore) Not only beautiful and peaceful, this island also owns a mysterious lake called Jellyfish Lake – Jellyfish Lake. Until now, science has not been able to explain why there are millions of jellyfish living here. (Photo: Flick) Jellyfish Lake is up to 12,000 years old, and probably has existed since the ice age. About 12,000 years ago, when sea levels were at their peak, seawater flooded the area and filled the lowlands to form present-day Jellyfish Lake. Until the glaciers recede, the jellyfish and fishes have no place to live, they just freely grow in the lake, eat all the algae and gradually develop into unique jellyfish species, creating unique species of jellyfish. so the ecosystem is very diverse. (Photo: ABC News) (Photo: The Travel) There are only 2 types of jellyfish living here: golden jellyfish (scientific name is Mastigias papua) and moon jellyfish (lunar jellyfish – scientific name is Aurelia), the most crowded is the yellow jellyfish. They need sunlight to grow and survive, so they will move from east to west in the direction of sunrise and sunset. Until dark, they will dive deep to the bottom of the lake to rest, and so on this cycle repeats throughout the jellyfish’s life. (Photo: iExplore) To get to Jellyfish Lake, from the pier, visitors will have to cross a rather long slope. Right at the right time to stop to rest, the dark blue Jellyfish Lake also appeared in front of everyone. To observe jellyfish in the lake, visitors are only allowed to swim, snorkel and mask. Everyone has a strange feeling when swimming and interacting with countless jellyfish around: It’s quite ticklish, but it’s also very enjoyable. (Photo: Lonely Planet) (Photo: Reddit) (Photo: Viator) Although both species of jellyfish have stinging cells, they are generally not strong enough to cause injury to humans, so swimming in the lake is safe. This is not a big obstacle for adventurous travelers. Because the opportunity to swim in a space filled with golden jellyfish like this is something in life that not everyone can enjoy. Therefore, despite having to pay a lot of money, but every visitor coming here is very eager to experience swimming with these special lovely jellyfish.

Han Can Yi Ye was photographed in Ningbo, Zhejiang. In everyone’s impression, the quality of seafood in Zhejiang is quite good, but this piece of sea yellow is a bit regrettable. But there is such a place, for the people of Zhejiang, it is a pure place outside the world. Not only is the water clear and blue, the island scenery is charming, there is also a quiet small fishing village, and delicious seafood feasts that make people mouth-watering. Seeing this, many friends may ask: “Why are there not many people who have been to such a good place, and there are no large-scale reports on the Internet?” The main reason is its unique geographical location. I will slowly introduce you to this special island. Xiangshan County, under the jurisdiction of Ningbo City, Zhejiang Province, is located on the coast of the East my country Sea, with abundant marine fishery and tourism resources. There are many islands in the sea area to which Xiangshan Mountain belongs, and Yushan Islands is one of them. It is located in the sea area southeast of Xiangshan Mountain, 27 nautical miles away from the famous Xiangshan Shipu Town, and the straight-line distance is about 45 kilometers. The Yushan Archipelago consists of 13 islands and 41 reefs including the South and North Fishing Islands and Wuhu Reef. It sounds like this group of islands should be quite large. In fact, the only island that tourists can go to is Beiyushan Island, which covers an area of ​​only 0.78 square kilometers. Fortunately, Yushan Island has not been developed by tourism so far, and everything has maintained the appearance of a pristine island. Because Beiyushan Island is not large in size and the number of tourists it can receive is limited, the number of people who go to the island every day is also controlled. Ordinary tourists go to the island by taking a shuttle boat from the passenger transport center on Yuquan Road, Shipu Town, Xiangshan. Tickets need to be booked in advance, so friends who want to go should choose a good day to book the tickets first, so as not to make a trip in vain. Regardless of the straight-line distance of only 45 kilometers, this boat ride still takes time. There are two types of ships in the passenger transport center: fast and slow. The express boat takes about one and a half hours one-way, and the fare is 220 yuan per person. To be honest, the price is not cheap. The slow boat is two and a half hours, and the one-way fare is 160 yuan per person. Since Yushan Island is located in the open sea, the wind and waves will be relatively large, so I personally think that taking a fast boat will not only have better facilities, but also for people who do not often take a boat, it may be less than an hour to suffer at sea. I remember the last time a friend of mine went to Yushan and was hit by strong winds and waves. It was really vomiting and unable to take care of himself, and there was no mood to play. When I stepped on this island, I seemed to have come to another world. Between the blue sea and the sky, there stands a lonely island in the vast ocean, and there are only a few islands and reefs on the surface of the distant sea. In front of me is a quiet small fishing village, with several fishing boats moored in the harbor, swinging lightly in the wind. The noise in the city and the trivialities in life have been completely forgotten at this moment. Only in such a place can such feelings emerge. The fishing village is located on the east side of Beiyushan Island, facing the sea. This is a traditional Chinese construction method, which is the same everywhere. Sometimes I really sigh with the greatness of mankind. There is such a colorful village in the depths of the sea. The village is not large and is built on the back of a mountain. All houses are arc-shaped buildings, which can better defend against typhoon attacks. A piece of sea surrounds the village, which serves as the best haven for ships. The people on the island have lived on fishing for generations, and relying on this beautiful, pure, and fertile sea area has nurtured generations of Yushan Islanders. Nowadays, as more and more people know about this place, when they come here, the residents of the island took out their spare rooms to make a simple farmhouse, using the caught seafood to make fishermen’s delicacies, so that people outside can really taste it. The plump seafood on Yushan Island. Although Yushan Island is not big, the scenery is not perfunctory at all. Walking around the island for about half an hour, the whole way presents a completely different scenery, flat island meadows, wild flowers all over the ground, and different seasons. There are different flowers in different seasons. When I came, it happened to be when the wild lilies were in full bloom. Wild lilies can be seen everywhere on the island. At this time, it reminds me of Luo Dayou’s “Wild Lily Also Has Spring”, which is quite the occasion. The south bank of the island is a great sight of Yushan: Xianren Bridge. On the cliff by the sea, there is a huge, naturally formed stone arch bridge with a length of about 30 meters and a height of more than 20 meters. The local people call it Immortal Bridge. At the far end of the Xianren Bridge is the Beiyushan Lighthouse, which is a landmark of the Yushan Islands and is known as the “largest lighthouse in the Far East”. This tower was built during the Guangxu period of the Qing Dynasty and has been rebuilt many times after wars. For Xiangshan fishermen drifting on the sea, seeing it is like seeing home. In addition, if you are lucky, you may also see the “Blue Tears” of Yushan Island. In the dark night, the whole island is surrounded by light bands. From the sea surface to the bottom of the sea, you can see the peculiar The scene can definitely make you show off for a lifetime. There is no pollution on Yushan Island. The water is clear and transparent for more than ten meters. Standing on the reef, you can clearly see all kinds of fishermen swimming in the sea. The superior ecological environment and abundant seafood resources also make Yushan Island a paradise for sea anglers. It is known as the “Asia’s No. 1 Fishing Ground”. Every day, there are enthusiasts from all over the world, either on the shore or renting a fishing boat to go fishing. If you are lucky enough, wild large yellow croaker, East China Sea grouper, sea bass, etc. are all caught ashore. About the author: Han Can Yiye (photographer, traveler, self-media person).

However, from the end of November 2020, the factory stopped working. This is like a knife cut into the despair of the nearly 300 inhabitants living on the island. These people are forced to drink contaminated water, fear outbreaks of disease and face the fear of prolonged starvation. Impotent “Skin diseases and diarrhea are widespread, especially among children. We have no choice but to drink contaminated water or salt water,” said Taboree Biremon, a resident of Banaba island. “The kids are not okay because they don’t understand (why do we have to deal with this). They keep asking for the kind of food they never get. We just feel so sad about it but what can we do?” According to Mr. Taboree, it has been 3 months since people have had no fresh water to drink, cannot bathe, have no food other than fish because all crops have died. “We couldn’t sleep either. All we wanted was to find water on the island. We are looking for a way to survive. We were adrift in the sea, lost and no one cared,” Mr. Taboree said. Empty food shelves – a familiar image in many houses in Banaba. Photo: Guardian. A ship from Kiribati – 400km away – docked this past March – providing bottled water and equipment to set up a new desalination plant. But island seniors insist relying on remote support is not feasible and sustainable, especially as the climate crisis worsens. “Dealerization plants are not a long-term solution. As the incident continued, we were in the same impasse again. What the people need is to restore the status of the island,” said Roubena Ritata, a village elder. Banaba leaders are looking for a lasting solution. In fact, there is a solution that their ancestors have worked for decades to survive on this island: the traditional method of drawing water. Reason Elders are writing to the Australian and New Zealand governments asking for assistance in building or cleaning up a network of underground water in the caves, called te bangabanga . Australia and New Zealand contributed to the destruction of the bangabanga te system in the 20th century from phosphate mining. This activity was started by Australian miner Albert Ellis in 1900. Over the next 80 years, the British Phosphate Commission (BPC) – owned by Australia, New Zealand and the UK – exploited Banaba Island so much that about 90% of the island was bare land. “The total destruction (Banaba island) is the result of the activities of these countries. They come, fill their pockets, and leave,” said Katerina Teaiwa, an associate professor at the Australian National University and author of “Ocean Island: The Story of Man and Phosphate from Banaba”. The Banaba has historically survived many severe droughts thanks to caves and water storage. The underground caves are called te bangabanga. Photo: Guardian. However, the elderly residents here claim that almost all of the caves have been destroyed, the remaining few are seriously polluted. “For many people, te bangabanga exist only in stories and dances that have been passed down through generations,” said elder Pelenise Alofa. Historically, only women have been allowed to enter these caves, showing the importance and role of women in the Banaba community. “We performed dances and told the story of how the ancestors found the cave to the young. It’s part of the people of Banaba. I thought these problems would be solved, but they got worse,” said Alofa. The Banaba used to receive a compensation for what they had to endure. In 1976, a group of people sued the UK over the destruction of the island’s nature. The court then ruled that Britain had only a moral debt, not a legal obligation. In the end, the British government decided on behalf of the group to offer the Banaba people a good faith settlement of nearly $7.8 million, on condition that they waive all further legal action. Now, as the drought persists, the Banaba people are forced to continue their search for compensation and find a lasting solution. Looking for justice 6,000 people were forced to migrate from the island to the Fijian island of Rabi. “Banaba citizens living in Fiji and the diaspora in Auckland are eager to return to Banaba and connect with their homeland. But the devastation caused by mining operations leaves people with no other choice,” said Rae Baineti, director of the Kiribati Auteroa Diaspora Director. “As a social activist, I advise the younger generation to stand firm and be brave. I encourage them to dialogue to hold the government accountable for our destruction of land,” he added. An old cantilever used to load phosphates for ships. Photo: Guardian. Over-mining has also resulted in houses in Banaba being built with asbestos. This substance when inhaled can lead to two deadly diseases, lung cancer and mesothelioma. Mike McRae-Williams, an Australian environment expert with over 30 years of experience in the mining industry, came to Banaba in 2008 to assess the severity of the situation. “This is a serious health hazard to the people who live here,” he said. “Instead of constantly giving stories like ‘poor Banaba people, no water, help them’, we should aim for an approach that is to find a reasonable solution,” said resident Teaiwa. While supporting the emergency rescue effort along with the Kiribati government, a spokesperson for the New Zealand Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade declined to comment on the Banaba residents’ request for New Zealand and Australia to address the root of the crisis. panic. Meanwhile, the Australian Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade did not provide an answer to this issue.

A Taiwanese fighter jet closely follows a Chinese bomber over the Taiwan Strait in February 2021 (Image: SCMP) According to Taiwan, these military aircraft include many fighter jets and bombers capable of dropping atomic bombs. This is considered the largest airspace crossing of China that Taiwan has recorded so far. Although there has been no comment from Beijing, according to Reuters, this information comes after G7 leaders issued a joint statement last Sunday in which they criticized China for a series of issue, emphasizing the importance of peace and stability in the Taiwan Strait. Beijing later condemned the joint statement as “defamation”. Over the past several months, Taiwan has continuously released information about a series of incidents of Chinese air force entering its airspace, mainly concentrated in the southwest area of ​​the air defense identification zone. The most recent incident involved 14 J-16s, six J-11s, and four nuclear-capable H-6 bombers, along with anti-submarine and electronic warfare aircraft. and early warning; according to the Taiwan Defense Agency. The incident has just been reported to be the largest-scale incident since Taiwanese authorities began publicly reporting violations of their ADIZ since last year, breaking the previous record of 25 Chinese aircraft. entered Taiwanese airspace on April 12. Taiwan’s Defense Ministry added that its fighter jets were deployed to intercept and repel the Chinese aircraft, while missile systems were deployed at the ready. The Chinese Ministry of National Defense has not yet commented on this information. China has previously asserted that such missions are necessary to protect the country’s sovereignty and deal with “collusion” between Taipei and Washington. The United States, like most countries that do not have formal diplomatic relations with Taiwan, keeps a close eye on events that raise tensions with Beijing.

In the past, few people cared about these ticks. When going to the islands, entering the sea cliffs in Nha Trang, there are many. It has a brown carapace, not as shiny green as a sea crab, and its green eyes are stretched out to observe. The easiest to identify are the two very large claws, which are means of prey, and also the weapons of the ticks. Then there was a time when my friends went to the island, caught some grilled fish to play, found it delicious, so they introduced it on facebook and immediately became a “specialty”. Some restaurants in Nha Trang have menus with many different dishes: steamed, grilled, stuffed with meat, fried vermicelli… in general, as well as how to cook crabs or crabs. Have you eaten tickle meat yet? That is a difficult question because not all restaurants have exotic dishes? Besides, in addition to the two provinces of Quang Ninh and Khanh Hoa, there are ticks in very small numbers due to hunting in the islands, which are not bred. If you are eaten, you will see the difference compared to the crab. Male ticks have 2 very large females. The flesh of the cockerel is very firm, not crushed by the moon like crabs or crabs. Just eating claws or processing food with claws is enough. The ticks are very hard, so you have to use tongs or hammer to break the shell and then remove the meat. Females also have bricks like crabs, bricks are fat and fat. Because all the delicious things are concentrated in the claws, the body part is small and has little meat. The body of the tick is not beautiful white, often has a green color of sea moss, maybe it is because it eats moss on the cliff? I ate steamed zucchini. The feeling of eating that crab is very delicious and strange. KHUE VIET TRUONG

After “going to the army” in Sao Diep Ngu, Ky Duyen is investing more in beautiful clothes and presenting it to the online community. While people join the beautiful “transformation” race on TikTok, the queen cannot be out of the coverage area. Recently, long legs from Nam Dinh gave fans the opportunity to “wash their eyes” with a series of beautiful costumes. If allowed to describe the picture with one word, perhaps the word “cool” is not enough to give a winged compliment to Miss Vietnam 2014. With a height of 1m73 and experience walking the runway and taking a lookbook, it is not difficult to Ky Duyen got a lot of likes with only 1 set “Breaking” the beauty chart this time, the 9X beauty mixed a bold set of clothes from the French fashion house – Christian Dior. She uses a huge number of accessories from necklaces, bags, glasses, earrings, shoes… The leopard print is mixed in harmony with the quiet color, so even if it is mixed with many layers, it will not be confused. If the shape of the vest with the hooded butt is bold in the office, perhaps the shirts modified with the crop top will be crowned in the U30-40 fashion this summer. They make the wearer look a few years younger and show off their long legs. A remarkable and soulful point for Ky Duyen’s charisma to be more luxurious and cool is the turban head scarf. She did not wear the scarf in the usual way of wrapping with ribbons or into a hair brooch, but transformed into a pirate hat. Only a small item, but with a huge “martial arts”, promoted both the beauty and style of this beauty queen. Not only attracting attention with this fashion photo set, long legs also attract more fans with the quality “transformation” clip on TikTok. Up to now, after only a short time of posting, it is attracting more than 2.6 million views, climbing to the top of Ky Duyen’s quality videos. The vibrant music only ran for 10 seconds, but she took the viewer through each stage of urgent emotions in happiness. In general, her outfits prepared this time are highly applicable. Most of them have the appearance of a young office girl and no less personality. Perhaps the 30-year-old sisters will need to refer to some of Ky Duyen’s coordination techniques to stop the gap and “dress up” to work to attract the attention of colleagues. One thing is for sure, this summer, vests with dynamic shorts will be on the throne. The pants are sewn on the pillow just a little bit will still keep the politeness for the office style. She recommends for those who love style menswear with a range of accessories such as padded sneakers, ties and tote bags. Women who love femininity can “change the wind” a bit with a pirate-style hijab like Ky Duyen and mix it with a vest. The first day back to work is therefore less boring and more exciting and creative. Or go out, you can be a little daring with the style of “let loose”. Those who are more shy can wear a tube bra top inside and a jacket/denim jacket over it, plus another cap for an excellent overall score. The next outfit is a suggestion for those who have worked hard to stay in shape during the holiday season. This is the time for us sisters to be proud of ourselves and wear body skirts to work. To curb the sexy look, wearing a blazer outside is a good idea. Style down the street in the summer of 2021, don’t forget the fashion of wrapping a scarf as a shirt. Mix with wide-leg high-waisted pants and put your feet in high-heeled shoes, which is Ky Duyen’s idea for you.

PHUONG MAI, THANH TAM MY Tuesday, June 15, 2021, 14:48 + | Print A corner of Green Island. One of the “Four friends” (Friends of Do Ban) – Quach Tan, in his book Non Nuoc Binh Dinh, called Cu Lao Xanh “a windscreen for Quy Nhon gate”. He quoted an old verse: “The gate has an outer stone / The drivers run outside to call Lao Xanh island”. “From Gia Long onwards, this island belongs to Phu Yen. It was not until the Minh Mang dynasty that it was converted into Binh Dinh” (Non Nuoc Binh Dinh). Switching back and forth, so Nhon Chau (the name of Cu Lao Xanh since the country’s reunification) is also very sad. Part 1: Journey to wait for electricity In the summer of 2014, on a boat from Ham Tu wharf to Nhon Chau, I saw a few young men dragging a few box speakers, accompanied by DVD players and tapes to sell to the islanders. Traders are often sensitive to the market. In the invitation through the box speaker, just turning half the volume on the whole island, the young man said: “There will be a power grid project coming here, people buy ready-made equipment and listen to music, when the electricity comes on When you buy it, the price will increase, there are no more preferential prices.” The next day, we met again at the wharf, saw that the stack of discs in the salesman’s hand was 2/3 empty, and the disc players were sold. Before the day there is electricity From Quy Nhon City, walking on the beach, you don’t need to be very sharp to see the blurry Green Isle. But it’s an isolated island. Nhon Chau, although it is an island at the gateway to the East Sea, on an international maritime route close to Quy Nhon international seaport, for many years still has two Nos: no electricity, no island commune status. In 2014, we arrived in Nhon Chau on a wooden boat that departed at 1pm – a single trip per day. The return train will depart from the island at 6am. After three hours of stumbling due to seasickness, after a few strong men tried to pull the rope and tie, the owner of the boat named Lam finally signaled that we had to get ashore by getting off the boat and walking for a while. knee. Mrs. Lam pointed to a concrete wharf not far away: “You can’t go in that direction this season, flip the boat.” Electricity is not because of the guys selling tapes and tapes but returning to the island early. In 2014, Nhon Chau still uses diesel generators, but only for two hours in the evening. Therefore, Nhon Chau people eat early, taking advantage of the time when there is electricity, to avoid being blind when gathering. The meal at the house of Mr. Phong, the Chief of the Office of the Commune People’s Committee, has a typical fish sauce dish. His mother hesitated because of the meager meal, explaining that the market here only had one session at 9 am. She said she planned to buy beef to invite guests, but at noon when we arrived, she went to the market, the market was already closed, only a few fish left. For dinner, families often eat early, so as to turn off the electricity in time. At 7 pm, following Mr. Phong to the famous fishermen on the island, we all talked through dimly charged lights, sat outside in the yard, fanning our hands and listening to the echoes of the waves. The only hobby is fanning and drinking. A few years later, the time to run generators on the island is more rapid, every day the island has 12 hours of electricity. At 23 o’clock at night is the time to turn off the electricity until 9 am the next morning. Meals are also less rushed. But in the evening, the tape players of the fast salesmen every day work. In 2010, Binh Dinh Provincial People’s Committee made a dossier to submit to the Ministry of Industry and Trade to build an underground cable line across the sea to Nhon Chau. But at the 6th session of the 13th National Assembly in 2013, delegate Nguyen Thanh Thuy (Delegation of the National Assembly of Binh Dinh) still had to ask the question: “Why has the Ministry of Industry and Trade not yet added an underground cable line to Nhon Chau island commune into the master plan? electricity development in Binh Dinh province by 2020”. In 2015, the Prime Minister issued a decision to recognize Nhon Chau as an island commune. Because it is an island commune, Mr. Phan Van Binh, Chairman of the People’s Committee of the new commune, was excited that Nhon Chau would propose to the city to set up an investment project to build a boat lock, pull underground cables from the mainland to the island. In October 2017, the Prime Minister issued a decision approving the investment policy of the Program “Supporting energy development policies and increasing access to sustainable energy in rural, mountainous and coastal areas”. island” using non-refundable ODA funded by the EU. Including the project of pulling electricity from the national grid to Nhon Chau island commune, with a total investment of 350 billion VND. Then, the power project on Cu Lao Xanh changed from the investor, the People’s Committee of Binh Dinh province to the Central Power Corporation. Every year, the meetings from the central to the local, see voices from voters to Nhon Chau delegates asking about electricity. It was not until October 2020 that the national grid reached Cu Lao Xanh. An island commune but not an island commune Until 2014, Cu Lao Xanh was still a commune directly under Quy Nhon city, enjoying an attractive regime for staff on the staff of communes, health, education as well as armed forces in the area. under Decree 116/2010/ND-CP of the Prime Minister – under a regulation for coastal transversal flats. In addition to the main salary, these people are entitled to an attraction allowance equal to 70% of their monthly salary. By 2016, according to Decision No. 131/QD-TTg, Nhon Chau – now an island commune – was no longer located in the coastal and island areas, and this allowance was no longer available. No need to ask for electricity, now ask for allowance policy. Many years after coming to the island commune, Nhon Chau has not yet received any support from the island commune. Although the regulations on supporting island communes are there, but “The issue that Binh Dinh voters raised is that Nhon Chau island commune has not yet received the support regime of island communes, the ministry has not mentioned”, Chief The People’s Volunteer Committee Nguyen Thanh Hai once commented in a meeting with voters in Binh Dinh in 2019. The story continues until 2021, but the main reason, according to the Chief of the Office of the Commune People’s Committee, is because Nhon Chau met the standards in 2017. New countryside. Anyway, Nhon Chau having electricity was counted as a life changer. We returned to Nhon Chau right on the moon holiday of the seafarers, eight years after the first visit to the island, we found that every house was shopping for a karaoke rig. Mr. Quy, who set up a parking lot at the foot of Nhon Chau lighthouse, excitedly invited guests to attend a family karaoke session when the clock just changed to 5 pm. He told us: “Please join the fun.” Mr. Quy is famous for his passion and understanding of the best huts on Cu Lao Xanh. His voice is sweet, so he sings bolero too. But the whole island, easily until midnight, every corner has the sound of loudspeakers singing like that. It’s like to make up for all the years of heaving and counting the hours of switching on and off. It’s really a fun that every citizen is still full of emotions. Mrs. Ly, a woman who used to work for six years away from the island as a hired worker, came back as soon as she heard that the island had electricity, because: “There is a newly built hotel, now there is electricity to welcome tourists, so I came here to have a job, again. near the house”. (There’s more)

Garlic dried in the yard of Mr. Nguyen Quan’s house. Photo: Van Chuong In early May, farmers on Ly Son island spread the last batch of dried garlic before putting it in bags to officially put agricultural products on the market. The old farmer Vo Tri Thoi has a smooth black skin and compares the story of garlic with high prices and waiting times, but the price does not go up by the story of picking garlic. Mr. Thoi ran to the stall to collect a handful of garlic sprinkled to make a stir-fry sound, then smiled wryly and said: “In the days when garlic was expensive, it only took a few handfuls of garlic to sell and it was enough money for a drink together with karaoke, But now I’ve collected half of the bamboo stalls and sold them, but it doesn’t work.” The people of Ly Son island have a bit of a sense of humour, especially the people on Be Island. The story of gathering garlic to sing karaoke is just a way for this farmer to liken the story of garlic to make me laugh. Because old farmer Thoi also admitted that his life was only fun with a few glasses of wine, and going to the shop to tip the youngest brother was just a joke to make the wives startle. Because working in garlic is very hard, you have to buy sand to cover it, then take care of it, rent a water machine to water it, stay up late and get up early, it’s very hard to get to the harvest day. Every time farmers in Ly Son island harvest garlic, the whole island immediately turns into an interesting picture. Many families spread garlic on the roof of the house to the yard and leave only a small road to go. The old farmers, after several months of struggling with the green garlic fields, now continue to dry the garlic in the sun, wait for the garlic to dry, then pack it, throw it in the mezzanine indoors and wait for the price. Life on the island during the garlic season is very busy, many people run up and down to ask for the price of 70 or 65 (70,000 VND or 65,000 VND). In the past years, fresh garlic harvested was often quoted by farmers at that price. If anyone accidentally talks about selling at a low price, their relatives will respond with a funny story, instead of talking too cheap, not selling. Mr. Vo Tri Thoi, said, 336ha of garlic growing on the island every year farmers collect more than 2,000 tons of garlic. If the dried garlic is sold at 70,000 VND/kg, it will make a profit. Currently, farmers on the island are not hoarding garlic, but keeping garlic dry to wait for the price, but the current price is difficult. Farmers in the island grow garlic on volcanic soil, so Ly Son garlic has a more spicy and aromatic taste than garlic grown in the mainland. At times, garlic is sold for 170,000 VND/kg of dried garlic. The current price of dried garlic is 40,000 VND/kg. At this price, many farmers share a loss, so they decided to keep, pin their goods and wait for the price to move up. However, the number of tourists to the island has decreased deeply, so farmers wait for garlic in inland markets to increase the price to bring garlic in. But the path of garlic from the island to the mainland is not easy. Because now, farmers Ly Son go to Khanh Hoa and Ninh Thuan provinces to grow garlic and this item is also falling in price, farmers complain because they can’t sell it. The price of garlic in this locality has dropped to only 17,000 VND/kg of fresh garlic. Because of the price difference of garlic, farmers in Khanh Hoa moved to Quang Ngai, and the press continued to report fake Ly Son garlic. This is a blow that makes it harder for real Ly Son garlic to price up and farmers have to wait again. Ly Son garlic market usually starts to get crowded at sunrise. Farmers bring garlic to the trading market so that buyers can take the garlic by train down to the mainland. Some professional garlic buyers shared the story that bringing garlic in the island to the shore cost a lot of money, but when they met the garlic stream in the south, the garlic looks quite similar, the quality is not equal, so the quality is not as good. harder to consume. At Mr. Nguyen Quan’s house located at the end of Ly Son island district, his 5 children spread 7 tons of garlic all over the yard, around the house and on the cement corrugated iron roof. Garlic market information in Quang Ngai city and in Khanh Hoa province is always updated by farmers. Mr. Pham Tan Thanh, 61 years old, a senior garlic grower said: “If garlic is low, then you must invest in growing onions, but basically farmers still rely on garlic.”

Phuket province is rushing to vaccinate against Covid-19 to prepare to open tourism on July 1. (Photo: Phuket News) The Thai government has officially given the green light to the plan to reopen the tourist island of Phuket to foreign tourists who have been vaccinated against Covid-19 from July 1. However, visitors to Phuket will have to stay on the island for at least 14 days before they can leave for other provinces. Under the chairmanship of Thai Prime Minister Prayut Chan-o-cha, the meeting of the Center for Handling the Thai Economic Situation (Cesa) on June 4 reviewed and officially approved the reopening plan. Phuket tourism is submitted by the Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) and the Ministry of Sports and Tourism of Thailand. Accordingly, from July 1, Phuket will become the first province in Thailand to welcome back foreign tourists and exempt those who have been fully vaccinated against Covid-19. According to Thailand’s Minister of Sports and Tourism Phiphat Ratchakitprakarn, this tourism opening program called “Phuket Tourism Sandbox” will be seen as a model for the opening up of Thailand’s entire tourism industry. However, in the approved plan, foreign tourists coming to Phuket will have to stay on the island for 14 days, a week longer than previously planned, before they can continue their journey to other destinations. in Thailand. Mr. Phiphat said officials attending the meeting also agreed to reopen to tourism for Bangkok, Cha-am district of Phetchaburi province, Hua Hin district of Prachuap Khiri Khan province, Pattaya city of Chon Buri province. , Chiang Mai and Buri Ram provinces from October 1. However, at this meeting, CESA has not approved the plan to reopen Krabi and Koh Samui to international visitors from July because the agency wants to evaluate the results of the reopening of Phuket within the next two months. According to Mr. Phiphat, the main reason why these 10 provinces were selected to participate in the pilot tourism opening program in the fourth quarter of this year is because these provinces bring a huge source of income from tourism. In 2019, the total tourism income of these provinces reached 1.5 trillion baht (equivalent to 48 billion USD). There are already a number of Israeli tourists scheduled to arrive in Phuket on July 7, while visitors from the US will fly to the tourist island two days later. Mr. Phiphat also expressed confidence that at least 70% of Phuket residents and 100% of local tourism staff will be fully vaccinated before the time the island opens. As of June 2, about 60% of the 466,587 residents of Phuket have been vaccinated with at least one dose of the Covid-19 vaccine, of which 98,795 have been fully vaccinated.

The stage is set where there is a beautiful sunset. Wyan Wijana, the manager of the Uluwatu temple area, said: “Since cultural activities are allowed to resume with strict health protocols, we launch the Kecak Dance program in a time of peace. usually new in Bali. The ticketing system is done online. Each stage is only allowed to receive a maximum of 400-500 visitors to ensure distance, dancers and tourists must wear masks or goggles and disinfect before entering the stage. The dancers are tested for Covid-19 periodically to ensure safety.” At exactly 18 o’clock, when the red sun fell near the sea horizon, right in front of the stage’s view, the show began. 90 male dancers with topless tanned skin, wrapped in a black and white checkered sarong from waist to knee appeared one after another, giving off a sense of mystery. Dancers perform on an outdoor stage. Without music, the entire sound of the performance was made by the dancers by repeatedly singing “sure-sure-sure” sounds (in the word “kecak”) like an Acappela with full tones. highs and lows and accompanying applause. The Kecak dance performance consists of 5 parts, simulating Asia’s most famous epic Ramayana. In Bali, the epic Ramayana has become part of Hindu culture and teachings. When the dancers sit arranged in multi-layered circles, the main characters are King Rama and Queen Shinta, and the white monkey king Hanuman and the giant Ravana appear. King Rama and Queen Shita wore red and blue traditional costumes, crowned their heads with beautiful and profound Balinese dance moves depicting passionate love, while giant Ravana with a fierce makeup face appeared. kidnapped Queen Shinta. Dancers playing the role of the White Monkey King Hanuman quickly jumped up the walls, climbed onto the stage, and even teased tourists watching the show to get their laughter. This is the character who sacrificed himself, breaking the prison to save the Empress Shinta. Shinta dances Bali with King Rama. Ms. Tu Thuy, a Vietnamese tourist, shared: “It’s great to be able to watch the Kecak dance performance with the sunset on the sea. The sea breeze and the unique performances and interaction with the audience for more than an hour passed quickly. I hope one day I can experience Kecak dance with a different perspective in Bali.” The sun disappeared, the sky was patched with patches of red, orange, blue-violet and then gradually turned dark, and that was when the performance came to an end. The dancers lit torches to light up the entire stage, continued to sing “definitely-surely” louder and louder, beginning the final scene of burning the White Monkey King alive. The battle of the monkey army and the giant Ravana to rescue the White Monkey King and Queen Shinta created beautiful fire dances. At the end, King Rama and Queen Shinta danced a reunion dance while the monkey army celebrated their victory. Bali fire dance. Kecak dance appeared in Bali since 1930 as a Hindu musical dance. In 2006, more than 5,000 dancers performing Kecak dance in Badung district, Bali province, were recorded in the Museum of World Records Indonesia (MURI) for traditional cultural and artistic values ​​in Bali. Watching Bali’s sunset and watching the cultural show “Kecak Dance” is truly an unforgettable experience for visitors. Some pictures of the show: The sound of “Sure-sure-sure” was heard continuously during the performance. Queen Shinta in traditional Balinese dress. The giant Ravana with a fierce face. Monkey King Hanuman climbs onto the stands to tease visitors. The scene of the monkey king Hanuman being burned. The dance ended the show.

Cu Lao Thu is another name for Phu Quy, an island district in Binh Thuan province, about 120 km southeast of Phan Thiet city. It is said that the reason why it is called Thu island is because this is a fishing ground with many mackerel. According to the website of Phu Quy district’s urban center, in the 4th year of Thieu Tri (1844), Ha total was renamed to Phu Quy town. Cu Lao Xanh is about 24 km southeast of Quy Nhon city center, which is Nhon Chau island commune in this locality. Coming to the Green Isle, visitors can enjoy the unspoiled and peaceful nature of the island, explore the ancient lighthouse, the sovereign flagpole, the Small beach… Hon Co, Thao Phu, Con Tiger, Hon Me are other names of Con Co, now the island district of Quang Tri province. According to the website of Con Co district, the island has a special position, lying across the 17th parallel, is the southern gateway to the Gulf of Tonkin, has important military significance… Ly Son island district of Quang Ngai was formerly known as Re islet. According to Quang Ngai Geography, because this island has many ré trees, a wild plant species, the folk from there call it the name. From Sa Ky port (Binh Son district), visitors can take a speedboat to Ly Son island, explore interesting destinations here such as To Vo gate, Hang pagoda, Thoi Loi mountain, Be island… Monkey Island belongs to Cat Ba archipelago, about 2 km from the center of Cat Ba town (Cat Hai district, Hai Phong city). This place is called Cat Dua Island, because according to the documents, there are many wild pineapple trees growing on the island. Coming to the island, visitors can check-in with the monkeys here, swim, kayak, watch Lan Ha Bay… Cham island is Tan Hiep island commune, in Hoi An city, located about 15 km from Cua Dai coast. According to the commune website, the Cham island cluster includes Hon Lao which is a large island, and 7 scattered small islands: Hon Ong, Hon Tai, Hon Dai, Hon Mo / Hon Mo, Hon La, Hon Kho Me, Hon Kho Con . It has been recognized by UNESCO as a World Biosphere Reserve. Administratively, Hon Son is Lai Son commune, Kien Hai district, Kien Giang province, about 60 km from Rach Gia city. This place is also known as Hon Rai or Hon Son Rai. There are a number of different explanations for these names such as because there are many otters on the island, or because there are many otters on the island…

Picture for illustration purposes only. (Source: VNA) To effectively organize activities in response to “World Oceans Day, Vietnam Sea and Islands Week; On World Environment Day and Action Month for the Environment in 2021, the Ministry of Natural Resources and Environment has issued 19 propaganda slogans to widely spread the green message, contributing to the realization of the “double goal” – medium epidemic prevention and control, while protecting the environment and developing socio-economic. Information to reporters of VietnamPlus Online Newspaper on the afternoon of June 3, a representative of the Ministry of Natural Resources and Environment said with the theme “Ocean: Life and Livelihood,” this year’s World Oceans Day (June 8). delivering a message highlighting the diversity of marine ecosystems, spreading the meaning of the ocean to human livelihoods and the living resources of species on Earth. Along with spreading the above message, Vietnam Sea and Islands Week 2021 (from June 1 to 8) is also selected with the theme “Protecting oceans and sustainable development of marine livelihoods in Vietnam.” This is one of the goals set out to concretize the contents of the Government’s Resolution 26/NQ-CP on promulgating the Master Plan and the Government’s 5-year plan to implement Resolution No. 36-NQ. /TW of the Eighth Conference of the 12th Party Central Committee on the Strategy for Sustainable Development of Vietnam’s Marine Economy to 2030, with a Vision to 2045. To effectively implement response activities World Oceans Day , Vietnam Sea and Islands Week, the Ministry of Natural Resources and Environment has issued 9 propaganda slogans, including: Protecting the sovereignty of sea and islands is the responsibility and obligation of each citizen; join hands to contribute to the homeland sea and island; Hoang Sa and Truong Sa are always in our hearts; unite, take initiative in overcoming difficulties in maintaining Vietnam’s sovereignty over sea and islands; Green economy for the sustainable development of Vietnam’s seas and islands. The next slogan is to ensure people’s livelihood for sustainable development of Vietnam’s marine economy; take action for the sustainable development of oceans and marine ecosystems; sustainable development of the marine economy – no one is left behind; Protecting oceans from plastic is protecting our future. Picture for illustration purposes only. (Source: VNA) For World Environment Day and Action Month for the Environment, the Ministry of Natural Resources and Environment said that in 2021, the United Nations Environment Program chooses the theme of World Environment Day (June 5) as “Revival of the World Environment Day”. ecosystem recovery” with the message of gathering and solidarity to protect and revive ecosystems, for the benefit of people and nature. So, in response to the theme World Environment Day this year, implementing the United Nations’ commitment to Decade of Ecosystem Restoration (2021-2030), promoting activities to reverse the degradation of ecosystems and protect our country’s environment, the Ministry of Natural Resources and Environment has issued 10 main propaganda slogans such as: Living in harmony with nature – conservation of biodiversity; The Earth needs us! let’s unite against climate change; prevent and reverse the loss of biodiversity ecosystems. In particular, the slogans also aim to change behavior from small things such as: use utensils from recycled materials; fishing in the wrong way destroys the biological balance; using green raw materials is contributing to environmental protection; environmental pollution from the use of pesticides, single-use plastic products and non-biodegradable plastic bags; rational use of biodiversity resources; biodiversity – life sustaining journey; act for nature – our responsibility. On that basis, the Ministry of Natural Resources and Environment called on ministries, departments, branches, central and local mass organizations, organizations and individuals to jointly come up with initiatives to restore Vietnam’s ecosystem at the same time. determined to act synchronously to implement the following solutions based on nature; building and implementing circular economy models, sustainable use and optimization of natural resources. At the local level, the locality needs to thoroughly solve the problems Environmental pollution from waste, garbage; collect waste on both sides and on sea water, rivers, streams, ponds and lakes, restore vegetation on wetlands; control fishing activities in a sustainable way; encouraging the implementation of environmental protection works, serving the interests of the community…/.

Con Dao (Ba Ria – Vung Tau) is a suitable destination for a beach trip this summer. Visitors coming here have the opportunity to explore Shark Cape with one side of the steep cliffs, the other side is the vast sea, long stretch of white sand. Snorkeling to see corals, fishing, exploring primeval forests… are some interesting activities that you can experience in this place. Ga Choi island (or Trong Mai island) is located in the southwest of Ha Long Bay, about 5 km from Bai Chay beach. The island is made up of 2 giant rocks in the middle of the sea. This unique name comes from the island shape like 2 roosters and hens with their heads together. This is considered a tourism symbol of Quang Ninh province. Whale Island (or Ong Island) is a small island located in Van Phong Bay, Khanh Hoa province. There is only one resort on the island. During your stay here, you will be immersed in the unspoiled natural scenery, scuba diving, kayaking, exploring the primeval forest… Monkey Island (or Lao island) in Nha Phu Bay, is one of the famous tourist attractions of the coastal city. It is home to more than 1,000 wild monkeys. Although living in the wild, monkeys on the island are very bold with people. Yen Island (Noi Island) is the place where you will be able to watch swiftlets hovering in the sky, perching on the offshore rocks and many nests clinging to the cliffs. The appropriate time to visit is from April to August because the weather is dry, ideal for exploring the island and swimming. Hon Tre is about 30 km west of Rach Gia city center (Kien Giang). On the island there are high mountains in the south and low mountains in the north. These two mountains make the island look like a turtle floating in the sea, so people also call this area Turtle Island. You can also see other islands with the same name in Quang Ninh, Khanh Hoa… Chim O Island located in the middle of Tri An Lake (Dong Nai) appears with a peaceful and quiet beauty. This place is about 80 km from Ho Chi Minh City, suitable as a relaxing weekend destination for your group. You can also camp, fish, enjoy nature, and explore the flora and fauna here.

Ly Son island district, Quang Ngai province consists of 3 islands: Big Island, Be Island and Mu Cu island. Big Island, also known as Cu Lao Re, is the center of Ly Son. Be Island is also known as An Binh. Mu Cu Island in the east, close to Big Island, is the smallest and uninhabited island. To get to Ly Son, visitors go from Quang Ngai city along Highway 24B to Sa Ky port, then go to the island by speedboat and rent a motorbike to visit attractions on the island. Pictures taken at the morning fish market on Ly Son island Ly Son beach is beautiful sparkling in the sunny day The road to Thoi Loi mountain is roundabout. On one side are bare hills covered with beautiful green grass, on the other side is the blue sea. In Ly Son district, there are 5 bowl-shaped mountains formed by volcanic activity, of which the highest is Thoi Loi mountain (169m). Thoi Loi Mountain is a spectacular natural attraction of the sea tourist routes – Ly Son island. Standing on Thoi Loi mountain overlooking the sea, visitors feel the immensity of the sea and sky Tourists enjoy taking pictures on Thoi Loi mountain The national flagpole was built on the top of Thoi Loi mountain, the highest mountain on Ly Son island, with a height of 20m, the base of the flagpole and the foundation of the flagpole are made of reinforced concrete, facing the Hoang Sa archipelago, the flag 4 x 6 m in size, the main side on the radio shows the coordinates of the flagpole, bearing the appearance of a landmark of Vietnam’s sovereignty The majestic scenery of mountains, sea and sky on Thoi Loi mountain. Many tourists are surprised by the beauty of nature. This place is endowed by nature with many beautiful scenes that cannot be found anywhere else, the wild beauty of the mountains and islands is like a paradise in the middle of the blue sea, which has been attracting many tourists.

Most of the stolen items mentioned above were seized at the airport and ports on the island. According to regional law enacted in 2017, fines for this crime range from $600-3,600. The stolen items will be returned to the beach by the authorities when conditions permit. Since 2017, the government has enacted a law that makes it illegal to take sand from Sardinia’s beaches. The law was enacted to prevent the bad effects of tourists stealing sand and shells when coming to this Mediterranean island. Tourists who steal sand from Sardinia Island (Italy) will be fined. Photo: Traveler. Earlier in September 2020, a French tourist was fined $1,200, equivalent to about VND 27.8 million, for taking sand from this island. According to the Infonet Sardinia is the second largest island in the Mediterranean and is an autonomous region of Italy. The island’s idyllic white sands are heavily guarded and any tourists who remove the sand from the beach will face fines of up to $3,550, about $82.3 million. copper, even jail time. It is known that thieves often target beach areas with unusually colored sand, pink or fine white. Accordingly, control measures have become “much stricter” in recent years on this island. Locals and tourists are encouraged to contact the authorities if they see someone taking illegal sand. Truc Chi (th)

There is an island off the southeastern coast of Brazil, seemingly deserted, but it is not. Nestled among those dense trees are hundreds of abandoned cats. That is the island of Ilha Furtada, commonly known as Ilha dos Gatos: Island of the Cats. The owner died from Covid-19, the pet was helpless Many stories spread about the danger of this island. There are cats that are said to overgrow and become feral. They attack the people who come to the island. One Brazilian reporter said there were about 750 cats roaming the forest, while others said the number could be more. The number seems to increase with each narration. Mayhe, a municipal veterinarian in Mangaratiba, traveled to the island to see this firsthand. Before this trip, he had never set foot on the island. But he certainly has one truth: Over the past year, as the Covid-19 pandemic swept Brazil, the number of cats on the island has increased dramatically. Every day there seem to be more cats here, causing great damage to the island’s ecosystem, but no measures have been taken to deal with the problem. Location of the “cat island” Ilha Furtada in Brazil. Photo: Washington Post. The Covid-19 crisis has left millions of pet owners dead or unable to keep them. In rich countries like the US, animal stations and individuals have had to support large numbers of these animals. But in developing countries, where animal station systems are weak, wandering animals are common, and pets are being abandoned more and more. Brazil is in crisis, the Covid-19 epidemic has killed more than 465,000 people, causing a housing crisis and widespread famine. The dog and cat station managers in this country are really overwhelmed. The animal station near “cat island” also did not escape this nightmare. Animal station director Andrea Rizzi Cafasso said they brought here a truck full of cats. When Cafasso refuses, they will say: “If you don’t accept, we will take them all to “cat island”. A cat “resident” lies on a tree branch on the island of Ilha Furtada. Photo: AP. After being abandoned on “cat island”, the poor animals have learned to survive. The city government wants people to stop feeding cats on the island. However, animal lovers call it barbaric. The cats will die without care. “I can’t leave the cats behind” No one knows how the first cats appeared. Officials in Mangaratiba say a family tried to live here many years ago, but failed, leaving a pair of cats on the island and they began to multiply. Local boaters say that there is a restaurant on the island that has closed and the owners abandoned their cats and left. According to a veterinarian, an old man confessed to being the first to bring the cat here, but when asked to share, he vehemently refused. Unconfirmed answers gradually become legends here. Normally, there are very few people who want to visit the remote and unattractive island of Ilha Furtada. However, when it becomes “cat island”, it has a strange attraction. Ilha Furtada has become a stopover for tourists. Some people will take a motorboat to the island just to see the cats. Although the island lacks many living conditions, such as food or water, many people believe that the cats on the island have a better life than the city cats. Signs on the island of Ilha dos Gatos carry the message: Animal abuse and neglect is a crime. Photo: Washington Post. “They have what it takes, they can hunt birds, insects, snakes for food,” explains Miguel Campos, a 61-year-old boater. But Amélia Oliveira, an American veterinarian who travels to Brazil to take care of animals, considers reality altogether. In 2012, a friend sent her a video shot on the island. It’s not a cat’s paradise. There is no fresh water source on the island. “I couldn’t have left the cats out there under such circumstances,” she said. Ms. Oliveira described the number of cats on the island as overwhelming. Some animals approached her friendly, others more wild. They are born on the island, know nothing about humans, and will not be able to integrate into society. She brought back a few cats to adopt and began training and getting to know the others. Over the years, she said, 380 cats on the island have been treated by Veterinarians on the Road. Animal organizations and a retired couple volunteered, prepared food and water for the cats, and built small shelters for them. Meanwhile, many fishermen also share a portion of the fish they catch with the cats. However, as the pandemic hits, those food and care resources also shrink. The number of cats on the island rapidly increased. People are restricted from traveling on the mainland due to social distancing, unable to provide food and water to the island. More reports of cats eating cannibals began to circulate. This tourist attraction suddenly became strange, becoming the concern of many residents about ecological issues. A divided community When someone arrives, some cats approach the visitor, rubbing their paw gently. Other cats paced the shore, attracting attention. Others watched cautiously from afar. The island is no different from a slum for cats. Cat houses built by volunteers are scattered, next to rainwater catchers and cat feeding machines. Brightly colored spiders, each the size of an infant’s palm, cling to the webs strung between furniture. The beach is littered with trash. No one knows the exact number of cats that live on the deserted island in Brazil, but it is estimated to be in the hundreds. Photo: The Washington Post. “Bringing a cat out here is cruelty to animals,” Mr Mayhe said. Conversely, when the animal stations are full and many cats are incapable of socializing, bringing them back to the mainland will be equally complicated. Mangaratiba officials were unsure if they could carry out the plan. They wanted to send research teams to explore the island and conduct a cat census. Then, they installed surveillance cameras to classify the cats. Next, the authorities want to start neutering cats. Well-behaved cats will be adopted. Others will stay on the island for the rest of their lives, until they die. This plan has been hotly contested. The city’s public health leader Sandra Castelo Branco opposes feeding cats on the island, saying it may encourage more people to abandon cats on the island. “I’m under intense attack on Facebook, but I really want to change this situation,” Sandra told reporters.

Storm flowers are milky white, have 5 thin petals, bloom in clusters… In contrast, the flowers of the maple tree are slightly yellow. Storms interweave long lines along the coast. Storms not only have the effect of blocking wind, sand, salt tolerance and preserving soil, but also provide shade and shelter for other plants. In front of the Primary School and Cultural House of Sinh Ton island commune, there are maple trees. Storm tree in front of Nam Yet lighthouse. The storm leaves are almost like the square leaves, but thinner and smaller; soft, not as hard as the leaves, but very easy to crush. The three maple tree on Song Tu Tay Island is recognized as a Vietnam Heritage Tree. The height of the tree from the ground is 25m, the trunk circumference is 3.8m, the canopy is 35m wide. Through many storms, the tree canopy was shaken by the wind many times but still stood firm. The storm flower is so fragile, but the vitality is extremely strong. Sprouts of maple trees continue to proliferate. The storm tree stands proudly and lushly by the seashore, standing proudly in the middle of the sun and wind, burning skin and flesh. Phong Ba has become a symbol of courage, indomitable will of the land and Vietnamese people in the open sea, preserving the sovereignty of the sacred sea and islands of the Fatherland.

The best time for you to fully enjoy the scenery here is summer. September to November is the time with the most rain and storms of the year, so visitors need to be careful. Move To get to Binh Hung Island, from Cam Ranh city, you will move to Bai Kinh – about 30-45 minutes by car from Nha Trang city center. To Bai Kinh, you will need to park your car at the parking lot and buy a ticket for 10,000 VND/person. At the beach, there will be hammocks, free fresh water bathing. These services are included in the ticket price, remember to keep the ticket stub. Visitors can take a boat for 10,000 VND/person/time to go to the island. Binh Hung is famous for its clear blue beaches. Photo: Vntrip. Resort The wild beauty in Binh Hung is always a tourist attraction. Here, there are many places to stay from budget to luxury. Some references: – The Sea Rock – An Hill Binh Hung – Homestay Lost Station – Hong Nhan Hotel Destination 1. Bai Kinh Bai Kinh is the starting point from the mainland to Binh Hung Island. This place has a beautiful position, leaning back on a winding pass by the sea. Bai Kinh is only about 500 meters long. It has a beautiful beach, clean sand, clear blue sea. If you like to explore, you can rent a tent to camp overnight, early in the morning you can watch the sunrise. Note, you need to maintain general hygiene while staying. At Bai Kinh, there are also many interesting game activities. Photo: Manhtienkhoi_, Tr_minthu, Pinkiehihi. 2. Egg stone beach Egg stone beach is one of the places that attracts young people to check-in when coming to Binh Hung Island. To get to the beach, visitors walk along the way to Hon Chut lighthouse, there is a road down near the top, because it is a mountain road, so it is a bit difficult to go. Coming here, you will be impressed with the poetic scenery of the rocky beach. Below is the blue of the sea, above are giant stones, big and round, looking like dinosaur eggs stacked on top of each other. However, this is not the ideal beach. Photo: Vietnam_travel_media, Luan_nguyen126. 3. Hon Chut Lighthouse Hon Chut Lighthouse is known as the “lighthouse” of Cam Ranh Bay, with a light tower 16 m high and a light range of about 58 m. Standing on the lighthouse, the whole scene of Binh Hung island will be in your sight. Photo: Th_binh, Sothearaa. 4. Tamarind Beach Bai Cay Me is also known as Hon Rua beach. Although located right on Binh Hung island, to move to this beach you need to hire a boat, because there is no road to the beach. This beach is quite small, the sand is very clean. The water here is blue as clear as pool water, making visitors think this is an artificial beach. Here, you can also camp. Photo: Ocmedi, Bummie.baobao, Hanyyen, Trangg__. Eating Going to the sea and islands, seafood will be the top priority of tourists. Grilled lobster, grilled urchin and grilled fish (also spelled dzò fish) are dishes you can’t miss when coming to Binh Hung. Photo: Khamitruong_. Note: In the complicated situation of the Covid-19 epidemic, you need to strictly follow the 5K Message of the Ministry of Health when traveling to protect yourself and the community.

However, since the case was recorded at Changi Airport at the end of April, the COVID-19 wave broke out again in the lion island nation. Since April 26, the country has recorded more than 200 community infections. This number in March was only 9 cases. From the initial infection, Changi Airport is now the largest outbreak in Singapore with more than 70 cases. Singapore recorded more than 200 community COVID-19 cases since April 26. (Photo: Straits Times) Mr. Ong Ye Kung – co-chair of the Singapore Inter-Ministerial Committee for COVID-19 Prevention and Control said that the second wave F0 could be transit travelers. “Most of the cases at the airport are concentrated in the area with the flow of passengers from high-risk countries including Southeast Asia, in the baggage and immigration control area. In that area, The staff went to have lunch and dinner at the food court and commercial service area in the second basement of T3 station, from which we determined that they had infected people when they came here.” this man said. After detecting the cluster of infections, Singapore immediately blocked Changi Airport. But medical experts in this country believe that the virus has spread to the community before the blockade order. Facing the complicated epidemic situation, Singapore decided to further tighten social distancing measures from May 16 to June 13. According to the new regulations, the number of people allowed to gather will be reduced from 5 people to 2 people, each family can only receive 2 guests a day. Employees are forced to work from home, restaurants and public food centers will temporarily suspend on-site dining, serving only take-out food. Shopping centers further reduce the number of people entering and leaving. Attractions, exhibitions, museums and libraries will reduce their capacity to 25% from the current 50%. Similar to Singapore, another anti-epidemic model is Taiwan are also struggling to cope with the second wave of COVID-19. The island has gone 253 days without recording any domestic infections, but now the number of COVID-19 cases is increasing sharply. In 2020, Taiwan, although bordering China, recorded less than 1,000 cases. Guardian call this an extraordinary number. However, on May 14, Taiwan’s health authorities reported 29 “domestic” cases. This number increased to 180 on May 15, 206 on May 16, 333 on May 17 and 240 today. In just one week, the number of COVID-19 cases in Taiwan increased by more than 40%. Medical staff prepare to test a person suspected of having COVID-19 in Taiwan. (Photo: Reuters) Cracks began to appear in the anti-epidemic wall of Taiwan at the end of April when 2 pilots of China Airlines were confirmed with COVID-19. The pilots flew together on a cargo flight to the US and were quarantined at another Novotel upon their return to Taiwan. By early May, dozens of China Airlines pilots, flight attendants, their relatives and hotel staff were confirmed to have COVID-19. However, before these cases were discovered, some went to restaurants, bars and clubs. These cases led Taiwanese to criticize the government’s decision to reduce the quarantine period for crew members from 5 to 3 days in mid-April. After an investigation, the Novotel hotel was discovered to let a number of quarantined pilots share the same building with regular tourists. During the time when Taiwan stops welcoming foreign guests, Novotel Hotel opens incentive programs to welcome visitors on the island. Dr Chiou Shu-ti, a former health commissioner of Taipei, said authorities were “playing with fire” by easing quarantine requirements. After recording the number of cases skyrocketed, the COVID-19 warning in Taipei and New Taipei was raised to level 3 in a 4-level scale, People must wear masks outside, not to gather outdoors for more than 10 people. Cinemas, sports centres, libraries and entertainment venues were also forced to close. It is not clear how the new drastic measures will help Taiwan and Singapore overcome the new wave of the epidemic. But experts believe it will take weeks or even months for these two places to once again defeat COVID-19.

The famous rock arch appeared Darwin’s Arch attracting millions of tourists to visit No matter how big or small, the shape of the stone arches makes us think that they are works of human hands, brains, and aesthetics. However, it is entirely the result of rock movement in nature after thousands of years, without human intervention. Impressive beauty has turned them into tourist destinations that attract many visitors from all over the world. However, the Ecuadorian Environment Ministry said the famous Darwin’s Arch off the Galapagos Islands had collapsed due to natural erosion. “The collapse of the natural arch of the Galapagos, located less than 1 km from the main Darwin island area, was due to natural erosion,” the report by the Ecuadorian Ministry of Environment said. The latest image shared by the authorities shows that only two stone pillars remain. The famous rock arch formed and was discovered in the northern part of the archipelago. Named after the famous British biologist Charles Darwin, the rock arch is a top diving site in the world Image of famous rock arch Darwin’s Arch has collapsed The Galapagos Islands, about 1,000 kilometers off the coast of Ecuador, have unique flora and fauna that are rare on Earth and are part of a biosphere reserve. The archipelago is a World Heritage Site, made up of 234 large and small islands. Four of them are home to about 30,000 people. This is a destination that attracts millions of tourists every year. The islands are also the place that inspired Charles Darwin to discover the theory of evolution in the 19th century. Prior to that, a big storm knocked down the Azure Window ‘Blue Window’, a famous natural beauty spot in Malta. Located on the small island of Gozo, Window Azure is the oldest rock formation found on the islands in Malta.

1. Which island district has the most heritage trees in Vietnam? Con Dao (Ba Ria – Vung Tau)
Phu Quy (Binh Thuan)
Con Co (Quang Tri) Con Dao district has 53 ancient eagle trees honored by the Vietnam Association for the Protection of Nature and Environment (VACNE) as a Vietnam Heritage Tree. According to the website VACNE, the Con Dao eagle trees honored are located on Ton Duc Thang street (19 trees), Le Duan street (11 trees), Phu Hai camp relics (8 trees), Phu Son camp relics (7 trees). trees), relics of Lord Island (8 trees). The old trees in Con Dao have an average age of about 130-150 years. Image: Viet Tuong . 2. A specialty of Con Dao from eagle? Eagle nut jam
Bang leaf jam
Eagle jam Bang nut jam, or eagle nut, is a unique specialty in Con Dao. The process of separating the nuts is quite a feat. People roast eagle seeds on low heat, stir well. Visitors can choose either salted roasted almonds or sugared almonds. Image: Aquarius . 3. Which of the following is correct about the island district of Con Dao? There are the most communes in the country
There is no commune-level administrative unit
Only wards, no communes Con Dao district currently does not have a commune-level administrative unit. Some other island districts in the country are similar, not divided into communes, such as Con Co (Quang Tri), Bach Long Vi (Hai Phong), Ly Son (Quang Ngai)… Photo: Khanh Huyen. 4. Con Dao Prison was ranked as a special national relic in which year? 1992
2002
2012 With outstanding historical, cultural and scientific values, Con Dao Prison was ranked as a special national relic in 2012. Belonging to this relic, there are the Dao Lord’s house, the jetty, the Ma Thien Lanh bridge, the prison, Hang Duong cemetery… Photo: Kaley Childs Karaffa . 5. Where in Con Dao has activities to raise, hatch and release sea turtles to the wild? Nui Chua National Park
Con Dao National Park
Ben En National Park Con Dao National Park is known for raising, hatching and releasing the most sea turtles in Vietnam. According to information introduced in the garden, 2 species of sea turtles with large numbers living and spawning here every year are turtles and tortoiseshell. Visitors to Con Dao National Park can also participate in this meaningful activity. Image: Duy Hieu . 6. A temple in Con Dao? Van Dai Temple
Hai Son Temple
Van Son Temple Coming to Con Dao, visitors can visit Van Son Tu, also known as Nui Mot Pagoda. In addition to worshiping and worshiping Buddha, the pagoda is also a beautiful place to watch the immense bay in Con Dao, enjoy the relaxing and quiet natural space. Image: Thanh Tung . 7. In addition to Con Dao district, Ba Ria – Vung Tau province, how many district-level administrative units are there? 7, including 1 city, 2 towns, 4 districts
7, including 2 cities, 2 towns, 3 districts
7, including 2 cities, 1 town, 4 districts In addition to Con Dao district, Ba Ria – Vung Tau province, there are also Ba Ria city (provincial capital) and Vung Tau city, Phu My town, and 4 districts: Chau Duc, Dat Do, Long Dien, Xuyen Moc. Image: Doan Khanh . The beauty of Con Dao resort paradise Besides historical value, Con Dao (Ba Ria – Vung Tau) is also loved by tourists for its unique natural beauty. You can visit Dam Trau beach, Shark Cape, Lo Voi beach…

I have known about Spanish food for a long time, but first time in Singapore. At that time, I had the opportunity to go to Lion Island quite often. Singapore consists of a large island and more than sixty small islands clustered in the middle of the ocean, possessing no natural resources, but rich in the will and intellect to turn the stopover of British traders in the early 19th century into one of the most prosperous developed countries in Asia today. Singapore is also known as a culinary paradise, with the presence of countless unique dishes from around the world. The me of those years was young and fresh, looking at everything was sparkling with hope, every day joyfully welcomed a beginning leading to many new things, all joys and sorrows could become poetic and unexpected. Singapore is one of the places where my adventurous, amazing, and beautiful life is kept. On special occasions, we often have dinner at Clarke Quay or Boat Quay, where there are many attractive restaurants located on both sides of the bustling Singapore River. Before dinner that night, he suggested playing lots to decide where to eat. When I was busy getting ready, it was the turn of the dress, he wrote on the back of five small business cards, folded in half. He said: “There are five surprises! You choose!”. After hesitating for a while, picking it up and putting it down, I opened the lot and shouted: “Ahhh! Spanish food!!!”. I had never tasted Spanish food before, so I was very excited. He chuckles: “That’s great! I know you like it!”. We took the MRT from Orchard Road straight to Boat Quay, then walked along the river. I wear a soft silk dress, a deep peach color. He wore a smoky shirt, gray tie with tiny silver stars, and black trousers, quite formal. After a hot, dry day, the cool evening breezes bring moisture to my skin, crept over my lashes, in my hair, into me through the delicate silk. He joked, saying: “Look at you, like a small sail! Be careful, the wind blows it away!”. But that “small sail” just touched the river, overflowing, eagerly ready to sail to the great sea, not having anticipated all the storms and storms, even though they had known storms. We went to Tapas Tree, a Spanish restaurant near the foot of Elgin Bridge, on Clarke Quay, chose a table on a floating raft close to the river embankment to see the city at night. A Spanish singer with wavy brown hair, dreamily holding a guitar sings melodious Espanol love songs, while diners sip a dinner prepared by a Spanish chef. The restaurant’s menu is full of attractive Tapas dishes. Tapas is originally an appetizer, made from vegetables, meat or seafood, with a lot of hot and spicy spices such as turmeric, pepper, garlic, dried chili, paprika and olive oil. In my opinion, if the main flavor of Thai cuisine is lemongrass and coconut milk, French cuisine is cheese, Chinese cuisine is soy sauce…, then Spanish cuisine is garlic and olive oil. It makes most of the dishes, like the fish sauce of Vietnamese cuisine. A meal of Tapas, of course, cannot be without Sangria, a cool cocktail, made from red wine with a little brandy, sugar or honey and fresh fruits such as oranges, lemons, chopped apples. The first sip of Sangria was wonderful, fresh and joyful rushing into my senses, brimming with vibrant Mediterranean colors, pangolin on the tip of my tongue. It stimulates, stimulates the taste buds, makes us crave for all the Tapas dishes that have just been served, a little of each, delicately presented in rustic red-brown terracotta plates. First, we started with Gazpacho, a cold tomato soup that is very popular during summer days. Tomato peeled, seeded, ground with bread cores soaked in cold water, added garlic, vinegar, sugar, bell peppers and olive oil, into a smooth paste, chilled before enjoying. Then comes Patatas bravas, a potato dish that is sliced ​​square in the style of chess pieces, deep fried in oil, then drenched in tomato sauce, sweet peppers, red peppers, olive oil and some other condiments, served while still hot. The potato pieces are still crispy but covered with tomato sauce, sweet and sour, and even greasy with olive oil. And Champinones al ajillo, sautéed mushrooms with olive oil, garlic, and hot peppers. I used to love shrimp, so I can’t miss Gambas al ajillo, garlic shrimp with olive oil sauce, served with crispy bread. We talked endlessly, laughed together, welcomed the river breeze, leisurely sipped Tapas with Sangria wine, sipping every precious moment. I want to anchor the night at this riverbank forever, afraid that time will take it away. The brown-haired singer plays the piano, the melody of “Lo Mucho Que Te Quiero”, a passionate Spanish love song: “Trust me when I say how much I love you. Believe me when I say how much I care about you. Forgive me, give me peace of mind. All I need is time, to prove my love for you…” . He sang, as he walked towards us, and then stood right next to him, as if he were singing for us alone. He holds my hand, looks deep into my eyes, so tender. The waiter suddenly brought a tray, in a small gift wrapping tray wrapped in ash pink paper, tied with a silver ribbon, very beautiful. He thanked him, took the gift, gave it to me. He smiled, said softly like the breeze: “This gift belongs to the lady, senora! Wish you all the best, little sail!”. I was swept from surprise to surprise, just sitting there, speechless. The river wind blew fiercely, as if to lift me up. The city lights cast shadows on the river at night with seven sparkling rainbow colors. The invisible anchor I dropped somewhere in the stream of light… The gift I received that night was a thick, beautifully printed book, “A Little Taste of Spain” – “A Little Taste of Spain”. A detailed guide on how to cook Tapas dishes with vivid illustrations. The first page had the line he dedicated, the handwriting circling like tiny crabs crawling across the paper: “To remember the Spanish dinners by the river, and many more in a lifetime” . I’ve tasted Spanish from restaurants in Ho Chi Minh City, in Manila, in Kuala Lumpur, in Penang, in Jakarta, in Bangkok, in Hong Kong, in London, in Paris, in Berlin, in Copenhagen, even right between Madrid and Barcelona, ​​but never having the same taste of dinner on the banks of the Singapore River again. Sometimes I still make Spanish at home. I like Gambas al ajillo best, because it’s quite simple, but delicious. All you need is really fresh peeled shrimp, some big garlic, a few dried chili peppers, some parsley, scallions, a little pepper, a little salt, butter and of course quite a bit of olive oil, and you’re done. One part minced garlic, the rest thinly sliced; chopped dried chili or leave it whole, depending on who likes it more or less spicy; finely chopped parsley and scallions. Marinate the shrimp with minced garlic, pepper, and salt, let it infuse. Put the pan on a low heat, add olive oil, butter, garlic, chili, shrimp shells, and stir until fragrant, then turn off the heat, filter the oil and discard the residue. Thus, the olive sauce will be dense with shrimp flavor and rich. Return the oil to the pan, heat it to medium heat, add the sliced ​​garlic and chili, fry until fragrant, then the shrimp. Quickly flip up and down to cook shrimp evenly on both sides. Placing shrimp on a Spanish-style deep red-brown ceramic plate is not only beautiful, but the ceramic will help keep the dish hot. Squeeze a few drops of lemon juice on top, then drizzle with oil sauce, sprinkle some pepper, scallions, parsley on top, serve hot with crusty bread. Hai passionately. Freshly cooked shrimp, pink red; firm and sweet shrimp meat; Garlic olive sauce is ecstatic, hot spicy. And Sangria, how can there not be a glass of Sangria on the table with Tapas when summer comes! The book “A Little Taste of Spain” I still keep, even though it has long been no need to open it when cooking Tapas. Years after my first Tapas, for Christmas, I received a package from across the ocean, with no name from the sender. In it was a cookbook: “Spain – Mediterranian Cuisine” (“Spanish – Mediterranean Cuisine”). I saw the familiar little crabs crawling cautiously across the front page: “Merry Chrismast! Enjoy your New Harbor!” – (“Merry Christmas! Let’s have fun in the New Harbor!”) . Which new pier? I was suddenly bewildered. Where did my anchor go in the riverbed that sparkled with color that night? Time has pushed the windy little sail out to sea, encountering many unpredictable storms. New and old wharf. To my surprise, I found five faded business cards, with a faint crease in the middle, smoothed out, sandwiched between the pages of a book. The backs of all five cards are written the same, just two words: “Spanish food” . I laughed, but my eyes were suddenly wet. The old river wind blows back.

Going to the island, the first impression is that the island is very clean and planted with many coconuts Conquering Ma Thien Lanh peak On Hon Son island, there are 7 peaks, of which Ma Thien Lanh is the most famous for its mysterious stories. With an altitude of 450m above sea level, this is the highest mountain in Hon Son island, so it attracts many tourists to visit and conquer. To climb the mountain without losing strength, the first night we booked a room at Lamien Lodge. The hotel is located halfway up the mountain, on the way to the top of Ma Thien Lanh. The room is located entirely in the forest and has a view of the entire Hon Son sea from above. Here, you can be completely immersed in nature, use the direct spring water of Ma Thien Lanh peak and say no to air conditioning, hot and cold water. Note, when you choose to stay on the mountain, remember to only bring a backpack, not a suitcase, you will not be able to carry or pull it up because the road is quite difficult. However, if you bring a suitcase, there will be a pick up service for you, each up / down is 150,000 VND. In particular, the phone signal here is very poor, only occasionally available, only for direct calls, but cannot access the Internet, very suitable for those who need complete rest. A few notes when climbing – It is recommended to wear and bring clothes made of cool, sweat-absorbing fabrics to move freely.- Women who wear short clothes should use mosquito repellent, because forest mosquitoes are many and bite very painful.- Climbing shoes must be light, hug your feet to avoid foot pain.- Items to bring such as flashlights, knives, drinking water (1.5 liters/person) and light food.- Remember to preserve the landscape forests, limit littering. After checking in, you can order a lunch of steamed garlic chicken, or salted steamed chicken, made by the people you meet along the way when you check in. After eating and resting, around 1:30 pm you start to conquer the remaining road of Ma Thien Lanh peak. From here, the road will be more difficult to go. On the way up the mountain, you will be told by the guide fascinating stories, handed down from ancient times, about Pho Tinh Pagoda, Lo Thien Pagoda, Monk Uncle Uncle, mountain ascetics and Even the fairies descended,… Just climbed to the top of the mountain while listening to stories, the way was also closer. Conquering Ma Thien Lanh peak is an unforgettable experience for visitors when coming to Hon Son In order to facilitate farming, travel and live here, people make stairs convenient for going up the mountain. The scenery on both sides of the road is very poetic and wild, the atmosphere is clear and cool. A few notes when traveling independently is that if you get lost, follow the water line. This is a small trick, passed down by the people who often go to the mountain. Stop at Lo Thien Phat Pagoda, you have gone 1/3 of the way to the top of Ma Thien Lanh. The road from there to the top of the mountain is becoming more and more difficult and challenging when it is no longer a cement road, three steps, instead a small path. Not only that, on the way there are luxuriant trees, the sound of birds and gibbons howling, making your trip more mysterious, thrilling and interesting. The reward is often worth it when climbing to the top of the mountain Setting foot on the top of the mountain, your efforts are also rewarded, all fatigue, body aches seem to disappear. Take a deep breath and feel the wonderful atmosphere here. In front of you is the majestic natural scenery of mountains, immense sea and sky. Feel free to talk to the people living here. They are very sincere and open. Snorkeling to see corals, catching sea urchins Early the next day, have breakfast and sip coffee, receive a helmet and rented motorbike when going to the island, priced at 120,000 VND/day, you start to explore the route around the island. Coconuts are characteristic of this island. Here, coconuts grow from the beach up halfway up the hill. Every tree is so tall with very unique and strange poses. So for tourists, Hon Son is also known by another familiar name, “Coconut Island”. The road around the island For that reason, some local names of beaches are called other names such as leaning coconut trees, lying coconut trees or coconut rows, etc. To protect coconuts, people nail along the tree trunks so that tourists don’t sit up, avoid the tree uprooted and make a safe exit to serve guests taking pictures. There are also beautiful natural rock beaches around the island. Maybe because of many rocks, the island is called Hon Son. Hon Son Rai – the name may also come from the shape of this rock After visiting the island, you can rent a small boat to the sea, priced at 120,000 VND/person. You will be diving to see corals and fish. The beach here is full of urchins. After an hour of swimming and scuba diving, you can enjoy a lunch full of fresh seafood right on the fish raft, such as swimming crabs for only 400,000 VND/kg, special squid porridge with the sweetness of squid and the warmth of ginger. A very cute little shop selling snacks on the island The leaning coconut tree is nailed so that visitors do not sit, climb, or break the tree Visitors are extremely excited to see the sea and eat seafood in Hon Son A point you should not miss when coming to Hon Son is the rocky beach and the beach with the most beautiful beach on the island. The rock area has a very large rock, shaped like a snake. People here call it the snake head rock, but when you check-in online, it will appear “Hon Son Rai”. This rock is very big and quite flat, so in the afternoon, lying on it, watching the sunset, is very cool. In the evening, order a hot pot to eat right at the beach and then climb up to “Hon Son Rai” to lie down and enjoy the cool wind and cool breeze without disturbing mosquitoes, making you just want to sleep here until morning to conveniently watch the sunrise. How to go to Hon Son Currently, there are two trains every day to Hon Son island. You should call to book tickets before going to the port, to avoid the situation of running out of tickets. Train tickets can be booked online and paid by bank transfer, very convenient. Ticket price is 280,000 VND/round trip. Visitors should book a trip at 7:30 am and go to the pier early, about 1 hour before breakfast, then visit the toad market located across the street opposite the port to buy some fruit to bring, because there is almost no sale on the island. The fruits here are delicious and cheap. At 7:30, the ship left the pier. After about 15 minutes, the driver will open the door for guests to get on the deck to open up. Up here, you are free to take pictures of the ship turning waves to the sea. The scenery is very beautiful and windy, so it is very suitable for you who have motion sickness. There are two seasons here, the rainy season and the dry season. The best time to go is from November to March, at this time it does not rain and the sea is calm, convenient for climbing and scuba diving. The people here are very friendly and likable. You book any motel or hotel with a caller ready to pick you up at the port. On the island, there are many accommodation services for you to choose from, from homestays to affordable guesthouses, the average cost is from 170,000 to 800,000 VND/room.

Okunoshima Island in the city of Takehara is the site of an important toxic gas plant during World War II. After the war ended, the healthy rabbits were released into the wild, those that had been used to test chemical weapons were exterminated. Rabbits proliferate more and more, making the island now known as “rabbit island”. Today, hundreds of rabbits do not hesitate to roam the caves and alleys on the island. They are all wild rabbits, but are very friendly and approachable, especially with food handlers. Thousands of rabbits ‘occupy’ the Japanese island The island was hidden until 2014 when a video of a woman playing with lots of rabbits went viral on social media. Since then, people know more about the island and it attracts a large number of tourists every year. Visitors to Okunoshima are allowed to bring and feed the rabbits, as well as pet and play with them. In winter, the amount of food in the natural environment is scarcer, visitors bring food is also very good for the rabbits. Visitors reach the island by ferry from the coastal towns of Tadanoumi and Ōmishima. After landing, it only takes 1.5 hours for visitors to walk around the island. The island is now part of a national park and has several facilities such as the Okunoshima National Resort Village. There is accommodation, hot springs and local delicacies, as well as a campsite and the Okunoshima Tourist Center for guests. In addition to cycling, tennis, fishing, visitors can swim in the sea and swim in the outdoor swimming pool in the summer. Hoang Dung (translation summary)

1. Chile’s Easter Island is famous for its 887 statues, what is it called? Icon Moa Icon Moai Icon Maya The correct answer is answer B: Easter Island is one of the “loneliest” islands on earth, Easter Island is located in the southeastern Pacific Ocean. The island is famous for its 887 statues named Moai, created centuries ago by the Rapanui people. The Moai statues weigh up to 75 tons and are about 10 m high, especially one that weighs 270 tons and is 21 m high. In addition, the island is also a diving and surfing paradise with 2 volcanoes and several beautiful beaches. 2. Chile is a country in which region? Icon North America Icon Central America Icon South America The correct answer is answer C: Chile is a country in South America with a long history of development. Scientists have found mummies dating back up to 5,000 years in northern Chile, proving the country’s long development process. 3. Chile discovered the world’s oldest ancient mummies are adults. This is true or false? Icon It’s correct Icon Wrong The correct answer is answer B: Egypt is not the first civilization to know about mummies, but it is a people in Northern Chile. Here, mummies dating back to 5,000 years were found with a lot of utensils and buried items. These mummies belong to a mysterious civilization that existed thousands of years before us and left behind very little archaeological material. Visitors can admire these artifacts on display at the Archaeological Museum, Azapa valley, Chile. This ancient mummy belongs to the child, one of the Chinchoro mummies found in the Camarones valley in Chile. It is dated to 5050 BC. A total of 282 mummies were found along the coastline from Ilo in southern Peru to Antofagasta in northern Chile. Among them, 149 mummies are made of Chinchorro people, and the rest are from nature. 4. How many UNESCO World Heritage Sites does Chile have? Icon 5 Icon 6 Icon 7 The correct answer is A: Chile’s World Heritage Sites are all cultural. This gives you an insight into the people and the majestic landscape here. Those 5 heritage sites include Chiloe church, Valparaiso historic quarter, Humberstone and Santa Laura Salpeter Works, Rapa Nui national park, Sewell Mining town. 5. Which place in Chile is the driest in the world? Icon Gobi Icon Sahara Icon Atacama The correct answer is answer C: According to Chile Culture, Chile’s topography consists of low mountains along or near the coast, centered on fertile plains where agriculture thrives. The Atacama Desert, located in northern Chile and a small part in Peru, covers an area of ​​about 181,300 square kilometers, recorded by Guinness World Records as the driest desert in the world. The Atacama Desert is known as “Mars on Earth”. Because Atacama is the region with the clearest sky on Earth, the world’s largest astronomical observatory, the Very Large Telescope, is located here. In addition, land in the Atacama Desert is used for testing robots that will later be used on Mars. 6. How many thousand kilometers long is the Andes mountain range running through Chile’s territory? Icon 7,000 km Icon 8,000 km Icon 9,000 km The correct answer is answer A: The Andes is the longest mountain range in the world with 7,000 km, the widest place is more than 500 km, the average height is about 4,000 m, including a continuous mountain chain running along the west coast of the Southern continent. America. The Andes mountain range runs through 7 countries, including Chile. 7. What city is the capital of Chile today? Icon Montevideo Icon Santiago Icon Caracas The correct answer is answer B: Santiago is the largest city and also the capital of Chile. This city has a population of more than 5 million people, founded in the sixteenth century, by the Spaniards. Today, Santiago is one of the largest municipalities in South America. 8. What is the current official language of Chile? Icon Spanish Icon English Icon Portuguese The correct answer is answer A: Due to being a Spanish colony in the past, the population is mainly mixed European and other races, the official language of Chile today is English. Spain. Result Please work harder! point

Tourists arrive at Phuket International Airport, Thailand. Documentary photo: AFP/VNA Phuket Tourism Association President Phumkit Raktaengam said on May 24 that 94,000 people working in the province’s tourism industry will be vaccinated against COVID-19. In addition, all people with household registration in the province are also subject to vaccination. Phuket has about 400,000 registered local residents. The island employs about 500,000 Thai and foreign workers in tourism and other businesses. Phuket’s vaccination program is expected to cover 70% of the population by the end of June so that it can reopen to foreign visitors in July. The resort island of Phuket will be the first Thai locality to reopen, followed by 10 other destinations in October. However, the Thai government only expects to welcome 500,000 foreign visitors this year. – a fraction of the 6.7 million visitors to the Southeast Asian country in 2020 and nearly 40 million in 2019. According to a forecast by the National Economic and Social Development Council (NESDC), the tourism industry, which accounted for one-fifth of the country’s Gross Domestic Product (GDP) before the outbreak of the COVID-19 pandemic, may have to It took 5 years, until 2026, to fully recover. Regarding the COVID-19 situation in Thailand, the number of deaths from COVID-19 in Thailand has surpassed 800, with 30 people recorded not dying on May 24. Since the outbreak of the COVID-19 pandemic, Thailand has recorded a total of 806 deaths out of a total of 132,213 people with COVID-19. The third COVID-19 outbreak since early April has accounted for nearly 80 percent of COVID-19 cases in Thailand and nearly 90 percent of all deaths so far. In recent days, Thailand has detected many COVID-19 outbreaks among construction workers in the capital Bangkok. Authorities last week also found 36 cases of a more contagious strain of the B.1.617.2 virus in construction workers’ quarters in Bangkok. On May 24, Thai officials confirmed a new COVID-19 outbreak at the construction site of an elevated tram line in Nonthaburi province bordering Bangkok. Test samples of 900 workers were taken on May 22 and confirmed results on May 24 showed that 519 workers were positive for COVID-19. Thai authorities say that most of the workers at the site are immigrants and will be quarantined at the site, while the Thai workers will be taken to a makeshift hospital. This construction site has been ordered to close since the evening of May 24.

A man named Ken invited two close friends to a deserted island far from the city and lived on his own for a month. Their purpose is to hide from the epidemic and explore the wild life like Robinson. Ken and his two best friends on a deserted island. Before landing on the deserted island, the 3 people prepared many tools including fishing rod, hoe, shovel, saw, tent, kitchen tools, spices and solar panels. They also carefully bought a live chicken in case they didn’t catch fish as soon as they got on the island. Arriving on a deserted island, the three of them set up their own tents, found a way to make a fire, every day went to the sea to catch grilled fish to eat, and even went to find hot water sources for a relaxing dip. When they feel bored, they find ways to entertain themselves, like exercising with weights made of driftwood, rocks, and rope. Or more simply, they blindfolded the type of fish they caught. The group of three work together to survive on the deserted island. Sometimes the group also encounters unexpected situations, such as the tent blowing up because of the strong wind, the mobile phone being soaked in water, unable to communicate. After living in the wild for a while, the three men returned to the mainland smoothly. Ken shares with everyone about his “Robinson experience”. He said the pristine life on the island gives him a feeling of excitement and eliminates the fear of contracting COVID-19, a feeling that is not possible in the city of Tokyo. Ken hopes that after the pandemic is over, he can return to the deserted island again and continue the adventure with more friends.

Hon Cau in May, the sea water is clear and blue, each wave is gently lapping against the sand. The southern monsoon season, which lasts from May to October, is also the breeding season for turtles. Hon Cau Marine Reserve is located on a corner of the island, standing here, you can hear the whispers of the waves, the wind and the sea caressing the white sand slopes. Ms. Luu Yen Phi is the only female employee of the Nature Reserve. Hon Cau Sea For many years, she and her brothers and sisters in the group participated in the work of the patrol team to prevent boats from fishing in the reserve. She shared: “In the breeding season, turtles will come up to lay eggs. There are 4-5 turtles on the island or up, so the brothers will divide to watch turtles to avoid people coming to catch them. Turtle eggs will be brought to the beaches. Incubate and observe. From 45 to 60 days, the baby turtles will hatch and be released into the sea.” Being a “midwife” for turtles is a job that needs a lot of love and enthusiasm. The first time from the mainland to the island, Ms. Phi was also “stunned” by the waves crashing on the side of the boat, or her skin was also darkened by the sun and wind of Hon Cau. But for a long time without going to the sea, she felt very “uncomfortable”. Because the smell of the sun, the wind, the passionate smell of Hon Cau sea has created an inseparable taste of life in her. Being a girl, participating in conservation work is somewhat more difficult. There are days when she is on duty on the island, she is alone and walking on the way from the station to the turtle spawning ground at 1 or 2 am. Where there is so much love yêu There are evenings, the whole team like “holding their breath” when following the turtle’s footsteps. The brothers waited for the turtles to lay their eggs and then brought the eggs back to the incubator. During the day, everyone will come together to clean up the trash and clean the sea. Yen Phi confided: “ Every time I go to the island, I feel happy and familiar. Those who buy rough seas, I don’t go to the island, I miss them very much. Unlike the mainland, the “house” on the island is just enough for basic living, eating and resting, not too comfortable. But it is the place to pack so many memories of my years here. The brothers also split up to cook and support each other.” The members of Hon Cau Marine Protected Area all have a lot of love for the sea and for the gentle turtles. “Here, people can live in harmony with nature. The process of caring for and taking care of turtles is also an emotional journey. Around 45 -60 days, when the turtle eggs are about to hatch, cracks will appear on the ground. . I have to gently use medical gloves to put the turtle in the basket. When it reaches adulthood, it will return to the place it was born to continue to reproduce.” Phi said more. Rescue journeys The reason why the group has to maintain the garbage collection at the beach is because there have been many cases of turtles swallowing plastic bags. When in the sea, plastic bags are shaped like strength, so turtles will choke if they eat them. Phi once witnessed turtles eat the wrong straw when pulling out a lot of blood. Or there are days when turtles get caught in fisherman’s nets and are transported to pubs, the group has to rush to “rescue”. She said: “ When I received news that turtles were being sold to pubs, I had to get there as quickly as possible to lobby them to release them. After receiving the turtle, the group will bring it back to the sea to release. For many years, people have been trying to do propaganda to people about the conservation of sea turtles.” Occasionally, the center receives cases of turtles being kept in freshwater for a long time by people. When the issue of conservation of sea turtles became known to many people, they automatically handed over the turtles. Phi shared: “I couldn’t release them into the sea, because they had lost their wild instincts and couldn’t hunt. The group had to release them into a big lake, bring salt water back to the turtles to get used to the salinity every day, and at the same time train them instincts. Depending on the case, from 3 to 6 months or 1 year, we can release them back to the sea.” Volunteers come to Hon Cau island every year There are more heartbreaking cases than when I saw a turtle eating the wrong straw, when I pulled the straw out, I lost a lot of blood. Turtles hitting explosives washed up on the beach, which were not intact or were butchered by people on boats and washed ashore. Experiencing difficulties, hardships and “suffocating” rescue journeys, but Phi and her teammates still maintain this work with enthusiasm. “In order for my children and grandchildren to know what turtles are like in the future. I don’t want them to only know “sea turtles” through books. “, she confided. Before accepting the interview with SAOStar, Phi was also embarrassed many times because “what I do is too small compared to the brothers”. However, we still believe that Phi and her silent dedication have also sketched a beautiful picture of Hon Cau sea, where a team to rescue and protect sea turtles is working day and night with all their heart. .

Ngoc Hoa said that the number of tourists buying tours to the island, Vinpearl Land or destinations around the central coastal city all skyrocketed during the holiday of April 30. He witnessed some people waiting for hours and still could not buy tickets to the tourist area, had to change to explore the inner city. Tourists queue in a long line at Vinpearl Land Nha Trang tourist area. Photo: Pham Ngoc Hoa. Similar to Phu Quoc (Kien Giang), Da Lat (Lam Dong) or Vung Tau (Ba Ria – Vung Tau), overcrowding of tourists also occurs in the coastal city of Nha Trang. Check-in photos are constantly being updated on social networks, attracting mixed opinions. Manh Quan account said: “Looking at this picture, I feel bewildered. I just went to Nha Trang from April 27 and came back yesterday, it’s wise to travel before the holiday, not in long queues”. Hoang Tuan Anh left a comment: “The epidemic is stressful like this, but many people gather in one point, if someone ‘forgets’ to wear a mask, it will be easy.” Tourists focus on Nha Trang Tourist Wharf to go on a tour to visit the sea and islands. Photo: Vinh Max. Meanwhile, many people believe that without a ban, tourists are not at fault when choosing to go out during the holidays. Tea member Bonny said that when looking at the photos, it is a good thing to see that all tourists are wearing masks, consciously limiting the spread of disease in the community. The flow of people from Ho Chi Minh City to the provinces, leading to traffic jams, has been reported by people since the morning of April 30. Readers Vinh Max started at 6:30 pm on April 29 in Ho Chi Minh City. At 6 am the next morning, he arrived in Phan Ri Cua town (Binh Thuan). “Due to the long holiday, people flocked to their hometowns to travel, so the traffic was stuck in Dong Nai area. I planned to go to the island soon but broke the plan because I couldn’t move,” this passenger said. On May 1, Nha Trang Tourist Wharf, where tickets are bought to visit places such as Mun island, Tranh beach, Coral bay, Tam island, etc., was also filled with people waiting to go to the island. Nha Trang has the advantage of a beach resort and is a safe destination chosen by many people. Previously, Khanh Hoa Tourism Department predicted that there would be about 70,000 tourists during the April 30 holiday. Tourists mainly stay in Nha Trang city and Bai Dai area (Cam Lam district).

Tourists visit Hon Tre Island (pictured above) and Diep Son Reclining Buddha Island – Khanh Hoa. Photo Festival On May 1, Nha Trang Tourist Wharf welcomed more than 6,000 passengers off the ship to visit the islands in Nha Trang Bay. Despite the large number of visitors, the control of visitors is strictly enforced. Before disembarking, guests are checked body temperature, medical declaration, mask … to ensure epidemic prevention. Tours to the islands of Hon Tre, Monkey Island and Hoa Lan Island attract a large number of tourists. Tran Phu Street, Pham Van Dong Street and some major roads in Nha Trang City have local traffic jams because of the large number of tourist cars. However, at many marine parks and tourist attractions in Nha Trang – Khanh Hoa, there are many tourists, but many people do not wear masks. A lot of tourists buy tickets to take the cable car to visit Vinpearl resort – Nha Trang. Photo PCS Mr. Truong Van Son – Deputy Head of the Management Board of Ponagar Ponagar Monument in Nha Trang said: “We have arranged many areas to use antiseptic solutions for tourists and people to take measures to prevent epidemics. In addition, arrange staff in the areas, regularly remind visitors and people, to ensure distance, well implement measures to wear masks and disinfect when entering temples. In and out at the gate, we arrange a code table for visitors to check in and make a medical declaration right from the moment they enter the relic.” Local traffic jams at some major roads in Nha Trang City. Photo PCS Khanh Hoa Department of Tourism said that the number of visitors to Nha Trang – Khanh Hoa this year is expected to increase sharply, reaching about 70,000. Facing the complicated situation of the epidemic in some places, Khanh Hoa province has just welcomed tourists to visit and relax; at the same time actively implement measures to prevent epidemics. Tourists take souvenir photos at Diep Son island, Van Ninh district, Khanh Hoa province. Photo Festival On April 28, the Standing Committee of Khanh Hoa Provincial Party Committee worked with the Provincial Steering Committee for Disease Prevention and Control to strengthen measures to prevent and control the COVID-19 epidemic. At the meeting, Mr. Nguyen Hai Ninh – Secretary of Khanh Hoa Provincial Party Committee, requested departments, branches, units and localities in the province to continue to well implement measures to prevent and control the epidemic; at the same time propagating Khanh Hoa as a safe destination for tourists. “We strengthen the measures, the purpose is also for tourists to come here to be safe, tourism to develop, and the economy to develop,” Mr. Ninh said.

After more than an hour of traveling from Hanoi, the whole group was bathed in the cool, misty air on top of Tam Dao mountain. The sweltering sun that heralded summer the past few days had completely disappeared. The whole group cheered when the car stopped and rushed down to take advantage of “hunting clouds”, enjoying the cool taste at an altitude of more than 1,300 meters above sea level. The time budget is not generous, the early morning dew will dissipate quickly when the sun rises, the car continues to carry us with cold thin mists from the top of the mountain slowly to Tay Thien mountain. Belief in worshiping Quoc Mau Tay Thien has been included in the list of National Intangible Cultural Heritage. (Photo: Pham Anh Tuan) The sacred place of Ky Son Not to disappoint us, Tay Thien spiritual tourist-scenic area appears to be a mountainous area with beautiful features in the middle of a majestic natural place. This place converges all kinds of waterfalls, streams, along with ancient temples and pagodas, which are adorned with brilliant yellow linden trees. The best thing is that in the middle of the season change, the endemic peony bushes of Tam Dao are still springing with purple myrtle bushes racing to call Summer. In the sound of the wind, is the harmony of the waterfall, creating a charming scene in the midst of the vast mountains and forests. The first impression that came to us was the Thong Temple of Thien An Pagoda with the nine-root banyan tree – an ancient natural structure that has stood between heaven and earth for hundreds of years on this land. The banyan tree is like a conductor of the sacred mountains here. BILLION The sound of leaves whispering tells us about the legend of the origin of Buddhism that appeared here from the 3rd century BC to the belief of Mother Goddess – Tay Thien Lang Thi Tieu – Chinh Vuong consort of Hung. The Seventh Emperor. It can be said that the interference between the beliefs of Mother Goddess worship and Buddhism of this historical and cultural relic complex immediately made us fascinated with the very mysterious features of Tay Thien. But this is just a place to stop before climbing the pass and wading streams up to Thuong Temple – the place to worship Quoc Mau on the top of Tay Thien mountain. In the past, it took half a day to climb the pass, wade through streams, even have to swing the forest rope to reach the Upper Temple with a distance of more than 3km. Today, trams take visitors from Temple Thong to the foot of the mountain, taking only five minutes, and a modern cable car system will take visitors to enjoy Tay Thien from above for another 10 minutes. Only 15 minutes, our group reached Co temple, Cau temple halfway up the mountain. From here, everyone has to try the flexibility of their feet for another 15 minutes of incline, sometimes up to 60-70 degrees to reach the sacred Thuong Temple – located on the top of the cloud-covered Tay Thien mountain. Community place Our group stopped at the Mau temple, respectfully offered incense. The voice of the prose singing chau van swan: “Vietnam has a thousand Dong Lo / The North has Tay Thien mountain. Follow the world’s memories/Three saints and saints of Christmas help life./The people of Son Dinh are home/See a wise man./Mother is in charge of incense smoke/I pray for peace and harmony in the country. “. Oh, it turns out that Kim Oanh’s Congregation for the Holy Mother of bronze bar Kim Oanh from Hanoi is doing community activities here, performing the price of Tay Thien Mother to speak about the merits of helping King Hung expand his territory, teach people to grow wet rice, and military graves, strengthening the reign of Quoc Mau. We were silent when enjoying this special cultural space. Indeed, the heritage of worshiping Quoc Mau Tay Thien is not only a cultural symbol of Vinh Phuc province but also carries many values ​​of history, culture, patriotic tradition, and unity of the peoples. strong against foreign invaders. Now, the worship of the Tay Thien Mother Goddess has been included in the list of National Intangible Cultural Heritage and Tam Dao district is requesting to be established – completing the dossier requesting UNESCO to register social practices and beliefs. worshiping Tay Thien Mother here is the representative intangible cultural heritage of humanity. With that awareness, Tay Thien Spiritual Tourist Area is one of the few tourist destinations that no longer have the scene to attract visitors and along with it are hundreds of workers who are preserving and beautifying the landscape here. As one of the places of community activities of Mother Worship, Tay Thien often welcomes many visitors from all over the world to practice Mother Goddess worship. Kim Oanh’s group is one of them. Ms. Le Thi Linh (sanitation worker) said: “Our cleaning team has 17 people, working from 6 am to 5 pm. The annual festival takes place on February 15 to 17 of the lunar calendar every year, with tens of thousands of guests attending. But in the past two years, due to the Covid-19 epidemic situation, only the ceremony part was held, the festival part was not held anymore, so the number of visitors decreased a lot. Sharing with me, Mr. Nguyen Hung Nam (tram team) confided: “I have been working here for five years with 12 other electric car brothers. In previous years, our fleet had 60 vehicles running continuously, but now the number of passengers is decreasing, the staff is also decreasing. Being able to work in a spiritual place like this, we are really comfortable. I took guests to the Mau ceremony, so my mind was also relieved.” He added that every year, the Management Board conducts renovation of the scenic area based on nature, not as an artificial landscape. The service attitude of the staff towards visitors is also always improved. Guests feel comfortable will return and recommend to many others to know. International visitors, especially Japanese and Korean tourists, often come here to visit and enjoy religious activities on the Mau Temple. The trip received the enthusiastic response of the union members of the World & Vietnam Newspaper. (Photo: Pham Anh Tuan) One-way love Too busy playing forgot about time. When the clouds of blue smoke began to fall, the beauty of Tay Thien Temple began to return to its inherent solitude. And perhaps the quiet beauty of the mountains gives people the feeling of being next to the source. Resting in a small roadside shop, reviewing old stories with his brothers, Head of the delegation – Editor-in-Chief Nguyen Van Trung shared memories of the first days of receiving his assignment at the Working Office since the early 1990s. Mr. do not forget to mention the previous generation of Editor-in-Chief who laid the foundation and built the newspaper, … so that today, the younger generations unite to bring the Newspaper to development day by day. After a busy day at work, this is really a precious moment when we quietly enjoy the quiet and clear space together. After a long day, it’s time to sunset, every trip has to come back – back to work, to responsibilities, to the hustle and bustle of life, then there will be a time to return to find some quiet in the West. Sky. It is not a coincidence that every year Tay Thien attracts so many tourists from all over the world. People were delighted to feel the compassion of the Buddha and the generosity of the Mother, which is the tolerance, protection, and universal salvation of the world, seeing that people’s hearts were relaxed when they returned to Tay Thien.

The life of fishermen on Nhon Chau island is increasingly improved. Photo: NGOC OAI Because of difficult life, young men and women left the island to the mainland to make a living, leaving only the elderly, children and women on the island. Because of that, for a long time, Nhon Chau is also known as “old people’s island” or “old people’s island”… Memory Arriving on the island, Mr. Nguyen Duc Battle, Secretary of the Party Committee of Nhon Chau island commune, said that Nhon Chau island not only has the memories of people but also the memories of the purest Vietnamese villages. Indeed, according to culturalist Dinh Ba Hoa (who used to work at Binh Dinh Museum), based on geological and cultural documents left behind, Nhon Chau island has an ancient Vietnamese sea village hundreds of years old. In addition, from the 15th century, the Cham people moved to the island to live, the traces of their residence left on the island are quite clear… In the memory of Mr. Nguyen Van Lem (61 years old), in the past, Nhon Chau was almost isolated in the middle of the sea, living in a situation of scurrying oil lamps. “There are two wells on the island, but the underground circuit produces no water to drink. The most memorable thing is that every night of the drought season, the villagers have to catch every drop of water every night. Terrible suffering. In the past, the villagers of Nhon Chau, even in the middle of the sea, still went to the back of the mountain to grow cassava and upland rice to get food and survive in the midst of harsh winds. Hunger in the middle of the sea for more than a century, but the villagers still cling to the sea and refuse to leave the island…”, Mr. Lem said. It was not until after the liberation day that the people of Nhon Chau officially had their title when they became an island in Quy Nhon city. From here, the inhabitants of the island began to find new livelihoods. They left the mountains to go to the sea to catch and grow seafood. With crabs and fish, islanders sail to the mainland to sell and exchange for food and necessary necessities. However, life still changes day by day. The desire to change fate urges young people to leave the island and go to the mainland, forming a new series of “migratory” days on this island. “In the summer, young people go all the way to the mainland, to the farms or to the companies in the city to apply for a job… Thanks to that, the young generation’s life changes, they inherit more conditions than they do. me the other day,” continued Mr. Lem. Hunger To reach Nhon Chau, we boarded a wooden ship with about 300 horsepower from Quy Nhon port to overcome the waves. The sound of the engine ship was crispy, gliding slowly and steadily through each wave of the rough sea. Sitting by the window of the ship, the clear eyes of Ha Phuong, a native of Nhon Chau island, a student of Quy Nhon University, watched the blue waves of the sea. Phuong said: “I am pursuing my dream of becoming an elementary school teacher at Quy Nhon University”. According to Ha Phuong, the education of children on Nhon Chau island is very difficult. “We only attended high school on the island. Those from high school and above must go to the mainland to study. There are very few children out here going to high school.” Ha Phuong’s father is a fisherman, and his mother works as a porter in the summer to carry construction materials on the island, and in the harsh winter on the island, she almost sits at home. As for Mr. Tran Dinh Van (West village, Nhon Chau island), 35 years old, when he was 15 years old, he started to leave the island to find luck in Ho Chi Minh City, with the desire to escape poverty. However, during nearly 10 years of traveling in foreign lands and his career still did not progress, his heart urged him to return. The opportunity also comes when community-based tourism takes the throne, the islands become a “gold mine” for the tourism industry. So Van decided to return to the island, calling on like-minded friends to embark on tourism. “Initially, the island was in short supply, electricity was intermittent, so tourism was like sea foam. With guests, we take canoes to the island and then use motorbikes to do backpacking tours, sightseeing, setting up tents to light a fire, vegetarian singing along the coast. More and more changing, my group expands and does more methodical tourism than before…”, said Van. With the same aspirations as Van, Nguyen Duc Toan’s journey (26 years old, Dong village) was smoother. Thanks to his experience, his family has economic potential, Toan established a travel company, named Cu Lao Xanh Travel. Toan’s business has been doing well for many years, creating stable jobs for dozens of people and relatives on the island. Revival Cu Lao Xanh meets the criteria of green – clean – beautiful and is an island that has not been affected by the “whirlwind” of tourism and urbanization, so everything is almost intact. The island has many attractive tourist attractions such as: a lighthouse built in 1890, a national flagpole on Thanh Nien island, a freshwater reservoir, Thao Nguyen rock, Yen cape, 3 beaches along with many temples and pagodas. caves, shrines, mausoleums, stone caves, ancient stone fields of the Champa people… Thanks to that, in recent years, people on the island have started to develop community-based tourism. Currently on the island there are 9 quite professional community-based tourism models. In particular, many households are willing to invest billions to build homestay-style tourism infrastructure, green accommodation, cheap … Asked about the economic business of the people on the island, Mr. Ho Nhat Le, Chairman of Nhon Chau Island Commune People’s Committee, was excited: Despite difficult conditions, the people on the island are always curious and creative. Many new production models have been researched or applied effectively by people themselves. In which, the model of raising squid and lobster from the wild has been evaluated successfully, bringing very high economic efficiency to farmers. According to Mr. Le, recently, the “revolution” in electricity has begun to activate, launching many strengths such as community tourism and aquaculture of the people on the island. “The shortages and difficulties of the people on the island are gradually being solved by the State, so basically the life and business on the island changes quite quickly. Trade between the mainland and the people of Nhon Chau has been connected,” Le said. When preparing to board the boat to leave the island, Mr. Le pulled my hand and whispered: When young people accept to leave the mainland and return to the island, it is a good sign for Nhon Chau. Then, the “old island” will wake up and revive as the name Cu Lao Xanh that the first class of Vietnamese residents gave it. In addition to the reconstruction of Nhon Chau island, the authorities of Quy Nhon city and Binh Dinh province are always interested in the areas of health and education for the island. Currently, Nhon Chau has 8 doctors, 23 teachers (mainly teachers born on the island) who are permanently attached to take care of the health and education of the people and children on the island. Nhon Chau began to have good signs…

Tashirojima Cat Island The most famous animal island in Japan is Tashirojima, where there are more cats than people. Tashirojima is a small island located off the coast of Ishinomaki City in Miyagi Prefecture. There are over 100 cats that live in harmony with the locals. Tashirojima Island was once known as a famous silk producer. The cat boom on the island dates back to the Edo period (1603-1868). At this time, islanders raised cats to help protect silkworms from mice and other pests. Tashirojima is not the only cat island in Japan. Aoshima in Ehime Prefecture and Ainoshima in Fukuoka Prefecture are also home to more than 100 native cats. Today, on the island there is still a cat shrine called the Cat Shrine. Photo: Unusual Places. Okunoshima Rabbit Island Located in Hiroshima Prefecture, Okunoshima is one of the islands with the most “animal inhabitants” in the world. Currently, there are about 1,000 wild rabbits living on the island. Located in the Seto Inland Sea, the island was home to a chemical weapons factory during World War II. The rabbits currently living here are believed to be descendants of rabbits that were once used as test subjects for chemical weapons. Today, Okunoshima is famous as a charming destination with sandy beaches, many cycling paths and friendly rabbits. In fact, there are far more rabbits than the population on the island. Photo: Chris McGrath. Kojima Monkey Island Kojima Island is located about 200 meters off the coast of Miyazaki Prefecture. The island’s name literally means “happy island”. Kojima has beautiful sandy beaches and warm surrounding waters. There are about 100 wild monkeys on the island. The monkeys that live here have a unique habit of washing potatoes and dipping them in seawater before eating. The sea water gives the potatoes a salty taste, and this habit is passed down among generations of monkeys on the island. This has led many to assume that monkeys are capable of building cultures just like humans. In addition, Kojima Island also has other animals such as rabbits and pandas. No people live on Kojima Island. Photo: Das Gebiet. Itsukushima Deer Island Itsukushima in Hiroshima Prefecture is home to about 500 deer. The island, also known as Miyajima (which means “temple island” in Japanese), is one of the most popular tourist attractions in Japan with its distinctive red tori gate standing in the middle of the sea. Deer have lived in Itsukushima for at least 800 years. They are honored by local residents as messengers of God and are worshiped at Itsukushima Shrine on the island. Today, visitors can see deer roaming freely around the island and they are allowed to take pictures with them Visitors are more likely to encounter deer in the pier shopping street and in the woods than in the main temple grounds. Photo: Insider. Yonaguni ngựa Horse Island Located at the westernmost tip of Japan, Yonaguni Island in Okinawa Prefecture is famous for its scenic spots, blue ocean and beautiful white beaches. The Yonaguni horse is also one of the island’s signature features. It is an indigenous breed and is one of the eight types of horse of Japanese origin. Coming to Yonaguni Island, visitors can participate in many experiences with horses such as horseback riding on the beach, horseback riding around the island or horseback riding into the sea… Yonaguni horses are quite small, averaging 110 to 120 cm in height. Photo: ZEKKEI Japan. Yagishiri Sheep Island Yagishiri Island is located 25 km west of Hokkaido. About a third of the island is covered with forests. With beautiful nature, many scenic spots and a variety of flora and fauna, the island is an attractive destination for visitors to explore throughout the year. Yagishiri is also known as the Suffolk breed of sheep, which originated in England. Visitors can watch them relax and graze on a large grassland. Suffolk lamb is tender, is a high quality and expensive ingredient. Yagishiri Island is a popular destination for nature lovers. Photo: Threepinner.

Mr. Salamak Klathalay. Photo: CNN. This unique way of life came to an abrupt end in 2005, following the 2004 tsunami. The Moken people survived, even completely unscathed after the disaster, relying on the traditional experience of foraging for high ground. than to avoid waves. However, in an effort to assimilate the Moken into Thai culture, the government has moved more than 300 Moken people to more fortified land, in the area of ​​Ko Surin National Park, Phang Nga province. , Southern Thailand. Since then, the Moken have more or less adapted to a relatively modern life. They have gradually built a village with simple wooden and bamboo houses, equipped with solar panels and running water. And for the first time, they get a regular source of income from tourism. Ngoey Klathalay – Head of the village said: “We make money from selling souvenirs to tourists or leading boat tours”; “On average, about 100 tourists visit the village every day.” However, the Covid-19 pandemic suddenly broke out in early 2020, forcing the Thai Government to close to international tourism, losing the almost only source of income for the Moken people. In that moment, the survival instinct – sailing, hunting and gathering again strongly rose up in Moken people. Hook Klathalay, Ngoey’s brother, said: “I’ve been living on this boat for two years.” For Hook, the attraction of the sea prompted him to quickly return to the traditional Moken life. Mr. Hook Klathalay. Photo: CNN Hook and his son built a boat with tools such as nets, hooks, three-pronged spears… and conducted daily hunting trips in various shallow waters. “With just a little rice, we can get the rest of the necessities in the ocean,” says Hook. Hook adds that the pressure of the Covid-19 pandemic has caused the Moken to re-evaluate their way of life; many Mokens told Hook that they wanted to live in a boat, on the ocean. Many Moken people are also gradually returning to hunting, daily collecting shellfish, crustaceans and small fish through rudimentary tools such as knives and spears. However, the sea is not the only source of food for the Moken. They also go to the wooded islands to dig for tubers they call “murung”. Boiled and peeled, the “murung” tuber has a texture and flavor similar to that of a “water chestnut”. Ngoey said: “Since the outbreak of Covid-19, the income of Moken people has decreased, but not much in my opinion; We are not desperate, we are not starving. For a long time we were not dependent on tourism, we only did tourism for a few years. But we will always have the sea.”

Looking after the island, the lucky couple receives 2.7 billion VND per year Many people must have dreamed of having a job that ‘makes money just for fun’. Now, that dream will come true when a wealthy family makes a job announcement. The wealthy family is looking for a couple to look after their own island in the Bahamas and promise to pay between $100,000 and $120,000 a year. The rich family calls the person they plan to hire a ‘domestic travel couple’, because their mission is to live in expensive homes in Naples, Florida and the Bahamas, and on duty. oversee 3 areas. Caregivers can use the family’s private jet to travel between areas. However, the land in the Bahamas alone consists of four houses with four bedrooms in each house, so cleaning, arranging and managing is no small task. Wealthy families often spend a lot of time in the Bahamas, but in the near future they will balance between the three areas. Depending on the candidate’s experience, the family will pay commensurately. The selected couple also receive benefits on health care, dental care, and private cars. They only work Monday to Friday, 8am to 5pm. On weekends, the couple has plenty of time to rest and relax by participating in some of the best water sports in the world, or enjoying nature, basking in the sun, watching look at palm-fringed beaches. Lucy Challenger, founder of ‘Polo & Tweed’, says this is truly a once-in-a-lifetime job opportunity. Lucy Challenger said: “We received a lot of interest when we started posting about this. We are still waiting for couples to submit CVs.” Before that, a young man named Ben Southall, living in Petersfield, Hampshire, England, was lucky to get a job to look after the island around the Great Barrier Reef, Australia with a salary of 2.6 billion VND for 6 months and many other offers. Ben Southall’s job was then dubbed ‘the best in the world’, when every day he just looked after, explored the islands in the coral reef, recorded information. Ben Southall likens his job to a beach vacation. The man landed his dream job after winning over 35,000 applicants who applied for the position.

Phu Quy island or Thu and Khoai Xu islands are attractive rendezvous for you to temporarily put aside the hustle and bustle of urban life and immerse yourself in the nature of the sunny and windy sea. The clear blue bay with a view to the bottom, the island without tourist fees, cheap seafood, and gentle locals are the factors that attract visitors to the “green pearl” of Binh Thuan. Reader Tien Ti Ton shared a memorable camping trip with a group of 7 friends on Phu Quy island for 3 days and 2 nights. Phu Quy has a different beauty compared to the islands of Vietnam. Move Ho Chi Minh City to Phan Thiet: You can take a bus to the coastal city of Phan Thiet, the travel time is about 4 hours. Because we want to be proactive about the time as well as enjoy the scenery along the way, our group chose motorbikes as a means of transportation. Phan Thiet to Phu Quy Island: There are many shipping lines for you to choose to move to the island such as Phu Quy Express, Superdong, Phu Quy Island… We choose the Superdong train, take VIP seats and return to normal seats to have a variety of experiences. However, I think it’s better to take the VIP seat because the cabin is quite quiet, served with filtered water, cold towels and a recliner. Meanwhile, the normal class is the seat, which is quite hot. Those who go to the island on the weekend should book tickets from 2 weeks to 1 month in advance because the train often runs out of seats early. After more than 2 hours floating on the immense sea, the group arrived on Phu Quy island. Visitors can easily record beautiful frames on Phu Quy island. Stay There are many motels and hotels on Phu Quy island. However, the quality of tourist services is not equal to those of high-class accommodation in big cities. The plus point is that the rooms are clean and the prices are quite reasonable, ranging from 300,000 to 400,000 VND/night. We stopped at My Nhat guesthouse. The owner is quite enthusiastic, friendly, the room is newly built and clean. Price for double room is 400,000 VND and single room is 300,000 VND. We also rent motorbikes here for 100,000 VND/day. The accommodation has a seafood barn and sells milk tea, so it is very convenient for eating and drinking. Play schedule Because we want to have more time to rest, our group departs from Ho Chi Minh City to Phan Thiet at 19:00 on Friday evening. Guests can rent overnight accommodation near the pier, convenient to Phu Quy island the next morning. If going on a weekend, you need to make a reservation in advance to secure your spot. Our group chose Hanh Huong motel, rented a dormitory room for 600,000 VND/night for 7 people. The host is enthusiastic and cares about us throughout our dining journey in Phu Quy. Day 1 The group had a light breakfast, then at 6:30 a.m. depart for the pier. Because we had completed medical declaration procedures and bought train tickets in advance, after sending our motorbikes, we were able to get on the train right away, starting the journey to discover Phu Quy. The group arrived at the island at 9:15. Someone picked up their group at the wharf and took motorbikes to move on the island. After that, the group moved to the motel near the shipping dock. Since we intend to camp on the island, we went to the Residency Committee. Phu Quy is a military island, visitors who want to camp should ask the motel for a permit first. Visitors need to keep the common hygiene, should not make campfires, bustling activities, noisy on the island. After that, we went to Hoa Thuong hot beef restaurant for lunch. The space is airy, even though the restaurant is crowded, the food is also quite good. After lunch, we went to Sea Wind coffee. The shop is located near the 7-color stone beach, cool sea view, suitable for escaping the summer afternoon heat. The group visited the Phu Quy rafting village to buy seafood. Phu Quy is famous for delicious, nutritious and cheap seafood. We bought nearly 2 kg of squid leaves, oysters, crabs, sea urchins, all for only 1.3 million VND. Cao Cat Mountain is the next stop in the entertainment journey in Phu Quy. Admiring the stacked cliffs or checking-in to the ancient Linh Son pagoda on the top of the mountain are unforgettable experiences here. Cao Cat Mountain possesses steep cliffs with strange shapes. Sunset fell, the group decided to watch the sun set at Long Vi. After that, we moved to the accommodation, processed seafood and washed to go to the campsite. Trieu Duong Bay and Phut slope have registered campers. Therefore, we planted it at Small Beach. The view here is quite chill, we can see the sunrise right in front of our eyes in the morning, especially there is no phone signal, so we feel separate from the noisy city. However, the way to Bai Nho has to walk quite hard. We were fortunate to have a local friend guide us, so the schedule was quite convenient. After setting up camp, we grilled seafood, enjoyed homemade dinner together. Eat, drink, talk until about 10 pm, the whole association cleans up, looks at the stars and goes to the tent to rest. Friends camping on Phu Quy island. Day 2 We got up early to catch the sunrise but that day there were quite a lot of clouds, we couldn’t hunt the sunrise. Around 6 o’clock, the group cleaned up the tent and garbage, then went back to the motel to put things and take a shower. After that, we have breakfast and coffee at the property. Trieu Duong Bay is the first check-in point of the new day. It has a wide beach, white sand, stretches to the top with clear blue sea, suitable for swimming, camping or picnicking. However, the scenery was not too special, so we only visited for a short time. The group continued to check-in the Phu Quy flagpole. The flagpole on Phu Quy island represents Vietnam’s territorial sovereignty. From here, you can take in the view of the emerald green bay, fine sand and undulating cliffs. Next, we stopped at Ganh Hang, Infinity Lake and Sung Sung slot. The check-in cluster is favored by paparazzi and backpackers because of its many magical image angles. The road here is a bit difficult to go, but the picturesque scenery will not let you down. Phu Quy Island has many check-in points for visitors to experience. At noon, we went back to the motel, helped by the owner to cook. After that, the group took a lunch break to refuel for the afternoon exploration of Hon Tranh. 14:00, Hon Tranh tour guide arrives at the guesthouse to pick up the group. Hon Tranh is about 3 km from Phu Quy island, so the group only takes about 15 minutes to move. This is a military base to protect the important sovereignty of the sea and islands of Binh Thuan waters. In recent years, tourism in Phu Quy has grown more and more, attracting tourists to explore this beautiful island. The wild beauty of Hon Tranh attracts tourists. On the canoe, visitors will be able to fish with a line according to the instructions. However, there was a member who was seasick and that day the sea was rough, so the fishing time was not much. The weather was hot and sunny, the group only checked-in a few beautiful places in Hon Tranh. Swimming, boating, diving to see corals, and going out with fishermen to catch and process seafood on boats are popular activities on the island. We decided to paddle SUP, watch the sunset, enjoy the fresh air here. After a long day with many interesting experiences, the group went home, took a cool bath, rested, then bought a seafood hot pot at Mesh Sea Food and went home to eat. After eating and drinking, all packed their luggage to return to the mainland the next day. Day 3 The ship had a tidal problem, so it departed at 11am. So, on the last morning on Phu Quy island, we decided to go to Phiet slope and rock beach to watch the sunrise. Sunrise at Phot slope. After that, everyone went to eat meat vermicelli, fried vermicelli, and banh chung, even at the crossroads entering the port. The noodles at the restaurant are quite delicious. Spinach jelly is a strange dish not to be missed here. After that, we moved to Teacher’s Tomb. There are artificial lakes on the sea with unique architecture, which are the background in the frames taken by young people. Teacher’s grave is a favorite check-in point for young people. Phong Dien is the next check-in point. The fans here are built to generate electricity to serve the people on the island. The road to visit is quite impressive, the two sides are the sea and the poplar trees casting shadows on the path. Next, the group stopped at the wall to check-in Phu Quy island and the 7-color embankment. The vibrant colors spread along the embankment are ideal suggestions for creating virtual live images. At the same time, visitors can come here for a walk, enjoy the wind or catch the sunset. The embankment attracts visitors to check-in in Phu Quy. Khe Sung Sung in Ganh Hang is the last stop in the journey to discover Phu Quy island. The group came here to swim, relax, then return to the motel, pack up the pier. Arriving at Phan Thiet pier, the group took a motorbike, then stopped at Hoa Giay cafe to rest. Near 3pm, we went to Banh Canh Gai shop on Tran Hung Dao street to satisfy our hungry stomach. After eating and drinking, we returned to Ho Chi Minh City, ending this interesting trip. Note Should book train tickets, hotels, motorbike rental, Hon Tranh tour in advance. – Check the weather situation before coming, watch out for rough seas, strong winds, not going out much. From December to June, the weather is pleasing to people, suitable for traveling to Phu Quy. – Take seasickness medicine before boarding if you have motion sickness. – Should prepare a jacket, sunglasses, sunscreen to protect the skin when playing in the sun. – The island is forbidden to fly drones. If you fly deliberately, you will be fined depending on the severity. Cost – Two-way train ticket price: 750,000 VND/person (5.5 million VND/7 people) – Hostels (at the pier and on the island): 1.15 million VND – Motorcycle: 100,000 VND/car. Group of 7 people rent 4 cars for 2 days, total VND 800,000 – Coral diving tour in Hon Tranh: 250,000 VND/person (1.75 million VND/7 people) – SUP boating: 200,000 VND/hour. My group rented 2 cars, total 400,000 VND – Seafood: 1.3 million VND – Meals for 3 days and 2 nights: 3.8 million VND Total cost: about 14.5 million VND/7 people (average just over 2 million VND/person) Have you had a trip this summer? Please share with us about the schedule, costs and beautiful photos to: lifestyle@zing.vn Articles will be edited and posted on Zing’s Travel section.

Heaven and water Tam Giang Lagoon City distance. 12km from Hue, Tam Giang lagoon stretching through 4 districts of Phong Dien, Quang Dien, Huong Tra and Phu Vang, visitors can really immerse themselves in experiencing nature on the river, watching the sunrise and beautiful natural scenery. This is one of the recent tourist destinations attracting a large number of tourists, especially young people who love to explore. However, according to Mr. Huynh Viet Hoang, Director of Da Nang Community Tourism Co., Ltd., visitors can not only enjoy the beautiful sunrise and sunset, but can also participate in experiential activities with them. people like pouring fire, catching shrimp, fish, catching crab… then grilled to enjoy right on the boat, very interesting. Visitors experience boating on Tam Giang lagoon Let’s take pictures to check-in the beautiful scenery here “When participating in the experience tour at Tam Giang lagoon, we can return to nature, experience activities with the local community, such as fishing and boating on the river with people. In the morning, we go to watch the sunrise and visit the floating market,” said a tourist from Hanoi. In addition, the cuisine is also a unique feature that attracts visitors. According to the local people, the fish is a specialty fish of Tam Giang brackish water, a precious fish and for medicinal purposes, eating will have a good night’s sleep. In particular, the dish “fish pancakes”, with the combination of the fragrant and flexible flavors of pancakes with coconut milk and fish, will make diners satisfied. Mr. Huynh Viet Hoang said that watching the sunset on Tam Giang lagoon is a “hot trend” attracting not only young people from Da Nang, Thua Thien – Hue but also tourists from Hanoi, Ho Chi Minh City and neighboring provinces. close. Every afternoon, sitting on a small boat going out to take pictures, enjoying specialties on the boat… is really an interesting experience. “Our company is cooperating with tourism service providers in Hue to bring guests here. In the coming time, this place will attract more visitors, especially those who like to travel and explore” – Mr. Hoang to speak. “With the advantages that nature offers, the aquatic resources of the Tam Giang lagoon area create unique culinary features that cannot be found anywhere else” – Mr. Vo Viet Hung, owner of Con Toc restaurant , share. “Visitors from near and far know more about Tam Giang’s products, such as crayfish, crayfish, and other seafood sources. Previously, this source of seafood was offered to the King, now we want to see more. many people know and enjoy”, Mr. Hung promoted. Welcoming dawn on Con Co island Those who are passionate about travel and discovery cannot ignore Con Co island (Quang Tri). After exploring Tam Giang, visitors can move to Cua Viet port in the early afternoon to board the boat to the island. Arrived at about 3pm, just in time to salute the flag, then explore tourist attractions and catch the sunrise on the island. Con Co Island is about 30km from the mainland of Quang Tri province, taking 1 hour by train. The island has an area of ​​​​about 4km2, a circumference of 8km, an altitude of 5-30m above sea level with a slightly rounded shape. In the past, the island was like an outpost located in the middle of the 17th parallel, guarding the east of the country. Not only famous during the war, occupying a strategic position in the entire Northern coast, and marking the zero mark on the baseline of Vietnam’s sea and islands, Con Co is also considered the most beautiful and pristine island. country. Another special thing is that Con Co island has a forest cover of nearly 70%, so the air here is very fresh, the beach is pristine, seafood is abundant,… Director of Ken Travel (Quang Tri) Pham Hoang Phuong, a unit specializing in organizing tours to Con Co island, said: “There are only 2 ships to Con Co island, one with a capacity of 80 people, the other with 150 people. The facilities on the island are only enough to accommodate 150-200 guests. Therefore, on Tet holidays, if you want to go to the island, you must book the service in advance. “After this survey, we have more opportunities to cooperate with travel and tour companies across the country to bring visitors to Con Co and Quang Tri” – Mr. Phuong expected. In harmony with the life of the Paco, Van Kieu people During the journey of the Vietnam Community Tourism Association, the delegation surveyed and learned about the cultural identity of the Paco and Van Kieu people in A Nor – A Luoi village (Thua Thien – Hue). Visitors can experience washing their hair by A Nor . waterfall The village is imbued with the culture of the Pa Ko ethnic group such as: Waterfall bathing, tooth brushing with folk leaves, washing hair with forest leaves right at the three-tiered A Nor waterfall. Despite going through many ups and downs of history, nature and people here still retain the idyllic and pristine features along with unique customs, captivating visitors to visit. Ta Lang village – Tay Giang is a mountainous district of Quang Nam province, bordering Laos, a long-standing area of ​​the Co Tu ethnic group. There are many potentials for eco-tourism and community-based tourism, with rare and primeval forests listed in the Red Book such as: green ironwood forest, po mu forest, ancient rhododendron forest… The model of community eco-tourism contributes to awakening, restoring and properly exploiting Co Tu cultural treasures in combination with developing eco-tourism and community-based tourism in a scientific and effective manner. help create jobs and income sources for the village community. This is considered a way of sustainable economic development, helping to improve people’s livelihoods, contributing to local economic development, reducing dependence on limited resources from forests, and limiting swidden work. farming, hunting wild animals, protecting forests better and better. Vice Chairman of Vietnam Community Tourism Association (VCTC) Huynh Viet Hoang acknowledged that, with the responsibility of developing for the community, VCTC organized the survey “Central region welcomes you” with the goal: “Introducing Central is the safe destination. Consulting to organize people to do community tourism in Tam Giang – Ta Lang lagoon. Introduce to travel agents in the country tourism products such as Dawn of Con Co Island; Afternoon on Tam Giang lagoon, Ta Lang mountain range at night. Exchange of travel businesses in 3 regions to connect, exchange and study and support each other to overcome difficulties after Covid-19. Towards sea and island tourism and patriotism”.

Da Tay A Island has an important position on the Truong Sa archipelago. Not only that, the island is also a solid fulcrum, helping fishermen to reach out to sea and cling to the sea. Each soldier is an “iron shield”, guarding the peace for the sacred sea and islands of the Fatherland. Young soldier Dang Trong Hieu (from Ba Ria – Vung Tau) who is on a mission on Thuyen Chai C island said: The love of the sea and islands is the driving force for him and his teammates despite all difficulties and hardships to carry out. well protect the sovereignty of the sacred sea and islands of the Fatherland. The square eagle tree on Thuyen Chai island C. Officers and soldiers on the island said that, nearly 4 years ago, the new tree was about 2m high, and the canopy was about 1m wide. A moment of relaxation at the Multi-Cultural House on Da Thi Island – a work awarded by the Party Committee, the government and the people of Hanoi. In the midst of the immense sea and sky, Da Nam Island is firm and steadfast, firmly defending the country’s sovereignty over the sea and islands. The tops of spinach of the soldiers at Thuyen Chai C island rose high in the sun and wind of the sea. Although it is difficult for trees and flowers to grow well in the sun and wind, in addition to the hours of training and ready to fight, the young soldiers also deployed a very beautiful youth flower garden. The Truong Sa soldiers were on duty day and night to guard and firmly protect the country’s sovereignty over the sea and sacred islands. Sunset on Co Lin island. Along with other islands of the Spratly archipelago, Co Lin island forms a solid and continuous battle, is the outer shield protecting the sea and islands of the Fatherland.