Asean Senior Officials’ Meeting Opens In Danang
The ASEAN Senior Officials’ Meeting (SOM) was held at International Convention Palace, Furama Resort Danang on March 4th, 2020 under the chair of Vietnamese Deputy Foreign Minister Nguyen Quoc Dung.
The Deputy FM affirmed Vietnam’s determination to fulfill the tasks of the Chair of ASEAN in 2020, including the acceleration of the ASEAN Community building process, the expansion of the regional group’s external relations and the reform of ASEAN working methods.
Regarding the complicated developments of the acute respiratory disease COVID-19, Dung highlighted Vietnam as a safe destination for foreign tourists with the epidemic under good control. As host of ASEAN events this year, Vietnam has been taking a score of measures to ensure the safety and health of all delegates, he added.
Participants discussed making actionable the conclusions reached at the ASEAN Foreign Ministers’ Retreat in Nha Trang, Khanh Hoa province in January, and the initial preparations for the 36th ASEAN Summit and relevant events to be held in Danang on April 8th-9th.
They agreed on the working agenda of the ASEAN-New Zealand Commemorative Summit slated for April 9th immediately after the 36th ASEAN Summit. Participants also gave their opinions about steps to implement initiatives and priorities, proposed by Vietnam during 2020 under the theme “Cohesive and Responsive”.
Following the SOM, the special ASEAN SOM, the 9th meeting of the ASEAN Coordinating Council Working Group, and the Joint Consultative Meeting are set to take place on March 5th-6th.
Couple’s Snack Affair At Hai Van Lounge, Furama Resort Danang
Stop over our renowned Hai Van Lounge, recognized as one of the 15 most luxurious as well as a top ten in stylish bars in Vietnam and enjoy a one-of-a-kind Snack Affair promotion for couples, everyday from 11:00 AM to 10:00 PM.
At only VND 200,000++, the combo features a selection of 2 cocktails and 1 plate of snacks from our snack menu for 2 people.
The Hai Van Lounge reflects the beauty of Colonial style architecture in traditional wood, marble and glass doors and great Cham Dynasty Decor elements, creating a beautifully natural lit setting. With spectacular views of the sea, courtyard and our green oasis gardens, it is an ideal place for relaxation. It is a candle lit couples’ paradise at night with smooth live jazz and blues music performed by our Philippine band.
For reservation, please contact F&B hotline at 84-236 651 9999 or fb@furamavietnam.com
Experience Sophisticated Steak & Seafood Market Dinner Buffet At The Culinary Resort Furama Danang Featuring Prime Steak And Signature Seafood Dishes
The Furama Resort Danang Seafood Market Dinner Buffet dinner now turns into an ultimate surf and turf Steak & Seafood Market Buffet by expanding the list of offers that “excite the taste buds” and further enhance the buffet’s popularity.
Beside the daily famous “cook-to-your-taste” menu with a variety of finest seafood delicacies extensively handpicked from Danang, Quy Nhon and Nha Trang prepared in different cooking methods and styles including: steamed, wok fried, deep fried… The Café Indochine restaurant creates remarkable cuisine experience with the finest hand-cuts of fresh premium steak in Teppanyaki style served with a variety of signature sauces: delicious mushroom cheese, black pepper sauce and mustard sauce with shallots…
Unique signature items, wide range of paired sauces, and exceptional service make it the first and only one kind of sumptuous and creative seafood and steak experience in a show kitchen for a memorable dining at one of the top restaurants in Danang.
The friendly, knowledgeable “culinarists” will help you choose the perfect way of cooking.
Cham dance performances are every Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday from 19:30 to 20:00, free entrance.
Daily Steak and Seafood Buffet Dinner:
- VND 888,000 ++/adult and VND 588,000 ++ /child (4-12 years old) for food only.
- VND 1,068,000 ++/adult with 02 hours free flow of local beer, soft drink, mineral water.
- VND 1,268,000 ++ /adult with 02 hours free flow of house wine, soft drink, mineral water.
Impressive “Broadway Night” – Countdown To The New Year 2020
Broadway Night – Furama Resort Danang’s unique end-of-year celebration was successfully organised at Ariyana Convention Centre Danang on December 31st,2019 .
The spectacular night of culture, art, and entertainment featured a blend of the finest musical excerpts with the marvelous interaction between music, lights effects and stage designs, delighting more than 400 guests with one surprise after another which they will cherish for a long time.
In this one-night-only event, the spectacular Broadway show marking one of the greatest entertaining parties following its heydays of the last century excited guests with more than 10 classic musical excerpts featuring “Phantom of the Opera”, “Habanera”, “This is the moment” performed by celebrated singers namely Ly Hoang Kim – leading role “Giang Huong” in the musical of the same name, Gold medal and “Best Performance” award at “Bohol International Choir Festival and Competition” with Saigon Ladies band; Tan Dat – leading actor “Tu Thuc” in musical “Giang Huong”; Julie Thanh Nguyen – Top 3 national television singing contest “Sao Mai” (“Morning Star”) for European region, also popular with her French music Live Concerts and Vo Thuy Ngoc Tuyen – solist of Ho Chi Minh City Ballet Symphony Orchestra and Opera, third-place winner of the National Classical Vocal Contest.
A hearty International Dinner Buffet was introduced by Furama Resort Danang Master Chefs in the most luxuriously mesmerizing ambiance with more than 120 fabulous dishes including fresh seafood, finest lobsters, premium Wagyu beef Teppanyaki style, BBQ seafood, Foie gras, huge cheese & dessert buffet and other favourite dishes from all around the world.
The event was successfully organised by the professional events and culinary teams of Furama Resort Danang and Ariyana Convention Centre Danang with the support and coordination from Anh Hoang Ngoc Event Company Ltd., Hoang Tuan Anh Company and MH Led Company.
Furama Resort Danang’s Tet Village Market
In celebration of the Lunar New Year (Year of the Rat), Furama Resort Danang held the Tet Village Market from January 17th, 18th, 19th 2020 (falling on December 23rd – 24th – 25th according to Lunar Calendar).
Guests were sent off into a journey where ancient Tet came to life with a typical view of rural area; namely a snapshot of Vietnamese rice-culture, bamboo plants, thatched cottage, sedge mats, copper trays, lanterns, firecrackers, etc.
Vietnamese traditional cuisines for Lunar New Year were introduced to guests including glutinous cakes, jams, tea, etc. as well as a variety of specialties including Hanoi “Bun thang” noodles soup, Hai Phong spring rolls, Danang chicken rice, “Cao lau” noodle soup, etc. just from VND 40,000/ dish.
Together with cuisine stalls was an entertainment area to enjoy lion dances, Bai Choi folk singing – a UNESCO Intangible Cultural Heritage, magic shows, calligraphy writing, folk games and festive music. Guests also had a chance to learn how to make Banh Chung and Banh Tet as well as shop for Vietnamese handicrafts such as silk lanterns, bamboo flutes, and souvenirs from Hoi An, among others.
The Tet village market has been held annually at Furama Resort Danang since 2010 to restore traditional culture in modern life and attracts thousands of visitors each year. Furama hopes to provide tourists with a glimpse of Vietnamese village culture and create a warm atmosphere for families to gather together before the Tet holidays, according to Mr. Nguyen Duc Quynh, Deputy General Director of Furama Resort Danang.
Asean Defence Senior Officials’ Meeting Working Group (Adsom Wg) Meetings At Furama Resort Danang
From January 9th – 12th, 2020, International Convention Palace of Furama Resort Danang was honoured to be chosen as the venue for ASEAN Defence Senior Officials’ Meeting Working Group (ADSOM WG) and ASEAN Defence Senior Officials’ Meeting Plus Working Group (ADSOM-Plus WG). ADSOM WG and ADSOM-Plus WG are the first military and national defence meetings to be held since Vietnam assumed the ASEAN Chair 2020 earlier this year. Attending the meetings were defence officials from ASEAN defence ministries’ policymaking units and the bloc’s partner countries. The events will prepare the agenda for the 14th ASEAN Defence Ministers’ Meeting and the 7th ASEAN Defence Ministers’ Meeting Plus. The success of the ADSOM WG and ADSOM-Plus WG will lay an important foundation for the ASEAN Chairmanship Year 2020, and affirm the role and position of the Vietnam People’s Army in global integration.
Furama Resort Danang Welcomes Mr. Nikai Toshihiro, Secretary General Of Liberal Democratic Party Of Japan And The Japanese Economic, Cultural And Tourism Exchange Delegates
From January 11th – 14th 2020, Furama Resort Danang was honoured to welcome Mr. Nikai Toshihiro, General Secretary of the Liberal Democratic Party, Chairman of Japan-Vietnam Friendship Parliamentary Alliance and more than 1,000 Japanese Economic, Cultural and Tourism Exchange delegates who are parliamentarians, provincial leaders, representatives of ministries, economic organisations and businesses across Japan joined this working trip.
During this four-day working trip to Danang, Mr. Nikai Toshihiro and the delegation had meetings on Vietnam-Japan cooperation with Prime Minister Nguyen Xuan Phuc and the high level Government Delegation together with Danang authorities. In addition, more than 1,000 delegates also attended the Vietnam-Japan Cultural Exchange Night which took place at Ariyana Convention Centre on the evening of January 12th, 2020.
Significantly, the Japan – Vietnam Bilateral Tourism Promotion Workshop organised by the Japan Tourism Promotion Agency (JNTO) took place on January 13th, 2020 at Ariyana Convention Centre Danang with the participation of the Japan Association of Travel Agents (JATA), The All Nippon Travel Agents Association (ANTA), Japan Tourism Promotion Association, Japan Association of Travel Agents, Vietnam National Administration of Tourism (VNTA), Vietnam Tourism Association (VITA) and tourism businesses from two countries. It consisted of various seminars on tourism, investment promotion and human resources development, introducing the success of tourism promotion in the two countries, especially between Japan and Danang, and discussing the efforts of both to attract more tourists.
This is the largest trade event involving two countries to date and is hoped to raise the number of tourists travelling between two countries and strengthen the bilateral relationship in tourism, cultural exchange, and investment.
Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony At Furama Resort Danang
On December 3rd 2019, the festive season was kicked off at Furama Resort Danang with the magnificent Christmas Lighting Ceremony. It was the 10th year in a row the resort organised this famous activity.
To open this year’s ceremony, Mr. Matthias Wiesmann – General Manager of Furama Danang, together with two honoured guests pressed the button to light up the 10-metre-tall Christmas tree, which marked the beginning of this year’s Christmas and New Year celebrations at the resort. Furama Choir performed melodic carols such as Joy to the World, Feliz Navidad for this special occasion while guests raised glasses for warm wishes on the upcoming festive season. Many more exciting Christmas and New Year activities will be held at the resort during these exciting days.
This year’s highlight celebrations will take place in the evenings of December 24th and 25th, 2019, featuring jubilant music performances. The festive spirit will then dispel the chill of winter to call our guests to a lavish New Year’s Eve moment with a “Broadway Night” taking place on 31st December 2019. An evening awaits you with great music, excitement and extravagance to ring in the New Year!
Furama Resort Danang’s 2019 Festive Culinary Journey
As the year 2019 comes to a close and the Festive Season draws closer, let’s get ready to celebrate! This year’s Festive Season, Furama Resort Danang invites you on a gastronomic journey to savour the most delectable cuisine prepared by our professional culinary team:
CHRISTMAS EVE
Tuesday, December 24th 2019
VND 3,105,000 ++ /Adult * VND 2,300,000 ++/Child (4-12 years old)
Carolers singing in Vietnamese and English greet our guests on Christmas Eve at 6:30 pm. The hotel foyer will be filled with voices, music and dances performed by a choir from school children throughout Danang. Afterwards, Christmas celebrations will start with a six-course set menu including a glass of sparkling wine. Dinner will be served in the magical ambience of the International Convention Palace – ICP from 7:00 pm to 10:30 pm. Enjoy an evening of gourmet cuisine with Christmas cheers, and immerse yourself in the golden era of Jazz with melodious Christmas rhythms played by Danang International Quarter Band and of course Santa Claus with gifts for the children and adults alike.
CHRISTMAS DAY
Wednesday, December 25th 2019
VND 3,105,000++ /Adult * VND 2,300,000++/Child (4-12 years old)
Danang Christmas Choir will once again beguile & enchant you at 6:30 pm in our Hai Van Lounge, then the Café Indochine Restaurant. Afterwards, guests can enjoy subtle entertainment and a lavish Christmas Dinner Buffet including a glass of sparkling wine.
The dinner will be served in our Café Indochine Restaurant from 7:00 pm to 10:30 pm. It contains all the traditional seasonal favorites as well as a vast array of Asian and Eastern delights. Melodious music from our Filipino Band will enchant to bring people together and drive away the cold spell of a winter night.
BROADWAY NIGHT
Including New Year’s Eve Gala Dinner
Tuesday, December 31st 2019
VND 4,715,000++/Adult * VND 3,565,000++/Child (4-12 years old)
Broadway – a night of culture, art and entertainment; a blend of the finest musical excerpts and the marvellous interaction of music, lights, effects and stage designs, introduced by the Ariyana Convention Centre.
In this one-night-only event, the spectacular Broadway show will excite you with more than 10 classic musical excerpts featuring “Phantom of the Opera”, “Habanera”, “This is the moment” performed by celebrated singers namely Ly Hoang Kim – leading role “Giang Huong” in the musical of the same name, Gold medal and “Best Performance” award at “Bohol International Choir Festival and Competition” with Saigon Ladies band; Tan Dat – leading actor “Tu Thuc” in musical “Giang Huong”; Julie Thanh Nguyen – Top 3 national television singing contest “Sao Mai” (“Morning Star”) for European region, also popular with her French music Live Concerts and Vo Thuy Ngoc Tuyen – solist of Ho Chi Minh City Ballet Symphony Orchestra and Opera, third-place winner of the National Classical Vocal Contest.
Treat your eyes to the next 7 thrilling performances of 20 sprightly and grateful dancers from Hoi An “Trieu Dan Dancing Troupe” – a combination of traditional and modern dances: Co Tam, Tru Mua, De Mi Noi Cho Ma Nghe…
For those who are passionate about the delicacy of the finest cuisines, let the cheerful melodies lead your steps with a hearty feast in the most luxuriously mesmerizing ambiance.
Together with a display of the superb culinary delights, let us present you with sparkling lights and fancy decorations which will mark one of the greatest entertaining parties from the heydays of the last century.
The deluxe International Dinner buffet features premium beef steaks in Teppanyaki style, fresh lobsters, bird nest soup, mouth-watering barbecued seafood, delicious dessert favorites and many more.
While dressing yourself up in those glittering evening gowns, delicate lace dresses or elegant suits to join in the world of glamorous musicals and entertainments. Dance the night away to the countdown and celebrate the New Year’s moment with us to all come together!
For reservation, please contact our Food & Beverage hotline at +84 236 651 9999 or email fb@furamavietnam.com.
Furama Resort Danang Hosts The 9th Asean Maritime Forum And The 7th Expanded Asean Maritime Forum
On December 5th, 2019, The 9th ASEAN Maritime Forum (AMF-9) took place at Furama Resort Danang under the presence of more than 50 representatives from all 10 ASEAN member countries and the ASEAN Secretariat. Established in 2010, the AMF aims to increase solidarity within ASEAN and promote the association’s central role in maritime co-operation as well as building trust in the region through negotiations and consultations.
Following AMF-9, The 7th Expanded ASEAN Maritime Forum took place at Furama Resort Danang on December 6th, 2019, gathering more than 90 delegates including Government officials and researchers from 10 ASEAN member countries and eight partners, namely Australia, China, India, Japan, New Zealand, the Republic of Korea, Russia and the US.