The MAG Vietnam Vol 2 Oct 2016 | Page 9

Feature Article
“ Green Resort ”. During the week you will most likely find you are the only ones checked in so you get to choose which tents you want , on the weekends , well , I wouldn ’ t bother , the place is usually at 100 % occupancy . After you have unpacked and settled in arc up the boom box pick your favorite chair and relax . It is really well worth the effort just sitting around chatting with friends and listening to nature . If you ’ re lucky , in the evening you might even see Firefly ’ s . I saw my first last year and was just amazed watching swarms of them circling around over the river and grassed areas . From reception you can hire a small BBQ complete with coal for 200,000vnd a day . As our boy scout of the group found out placing the BBQ on top of a stack of plastic chairs isn ’ t such a good idea as they tend to stick together when the chairs melt . The aroma from the your BBQ cooking will make you appreciate your surroundings and how quiet it is and also remind you of how great an idea it was to pack the beer on ice earlier . A tip my wife showed me ( I was skeptical ), put some dish washing detergent in a bowl close to the steps , it attracts the mosquitoes to it , they die and don ’ t eat you , it actually works . After a incredibly great nights sleep , wake up refreshed and hungry , wander off down to the Restaurant , about 5 / 10 minutes walk from your tent , and enjoy your complimentary breakfast of either : Bread roll with eggs / Pork chop and rice / Beef or Pork Noodles . The menu may vary from day to day depending on what they have in stock but generally it isn ’ t a problem .
With breakfast over take a stroll to the waterfalls , there are trees , flowers and manicured green lawns with meticulously planted shrubs . The beautiful scenery and fresh air provides the perfect recipe for a day of relaxation , take in the view at the amazing waterfalls , beautiful gardens and breathe in the fresh clean air . It is safe to swim at the bottom of the waterfalls , as a precaution they request you wear a life jacket which are freely available at the life savers station . If you ’ re up to it , walk down to Heart Lake and hire a paddle boat and pedal yourselves around the lake , it is bigger than you think .. If walking is too much for you , rent a single or a double bicycle explore Giang Dien or jump on the “ Train ” which will take you for a tour of the whole 68 hectares , this was my preference . You can spend the whole day exploring or just wander back to the camping area , have another coldy while sitting in your deck chair , sit and chat , the hustle and bustle of the city has already left your thoughts by this stage . As night fall approaches light up another BBQ , eat drink and be merry . After some cheese and salami and a drop of wine , the pillow will soon be calling out to you . When you do finally get into the tent to
sleep you can hear the monkeys in the distance as well as the cicadas flying over the tree tops and no toot , toot of horns , giving you time to contemplate the adventure for the next day .
Giang Dien Eco tourism Park , a place to relax and enjoy a natural friendly atmosphere .
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