specialists in medical imaging conferences and seminars

4th-6th May 2009

Golden Sand Resort, Hoi An, Vietnam

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All prices are per person and in Australian dollars

invitation to attend

Join us in Vietnam in 2009 for an educational and cultural experience. The conference program will incorporate a broad spectrum of vascular imaging & intervention techniques, including ultrasound, CT, MRI and angiography. Lectures will be delivered by well known experts in a friendly and informal environment. The conference will be held at Golden Sand Resort, Hoi An. This exclusive beachfront resort features a 115m pool, private beach, 5 restaurants and bars, fitness centre, kids’ club, spa and an extensive range of activities. Partners and families will be catered for with a concurrent sightseeing and activities program. The residential package is inclusive of meals, airport transfers, 4 nights accommodation and social activities.  Enjoy the sights, sounds, culture, tastes (and shopping!) on offer in this unique region of Vietnam.

Karen Dobeli & Rhys Wallace, Conference Organisers

provisional program

registration costs

• morning tea Monday 4th May, Tuesday 5th May & Wednesday 6th May
• attendance at all lectures

delegate residential package inclusions

• transfer to & from Danang airport
• complimentary fruit cocktail (non alcoholic) on arrival
• 4 nights accommodation (including buffet breakfast) at Golden Sand Resort for the nights 3-6 May
• welcome reception Sunday 3rd May
• buffet lunch Monday 4th May
• transfers to Hoi An Town with English speaking guide on each bus for free afternoon of shopping Monday 4th May
• dinner at Brother's Cafe (Hoi An Town) Monday 4th May. Includes beer and soft drinks
• buffet lunch Tuesday 5th May
• tour to Tra Que eco-farm village Tuesday 5th May
• buffet dinner at Golden Sand Resort Tuesday 5th May
• morning tea Wednesday 6th May
• buffet lunch Wednesday 6th May
• eco water, coconut palm and basket boat tour Wednesday 6th May
• gala BBQ beach dinner at Golden Sand Resort Wednesday 6th May. Includes beer, soft drinks, fruit juices & house wine

Cost:  Superior room:       Single $1,500      Twin/Double $1,100

          Deluxe room:          Single $1,650       Twin/Double $1,200          Triple $1,000

          Beach front suite:  Single $2,400       Twin/Double $1,600           Triple $1,300  

Exclusions:

• travel insurance

• flights

• airport tax

• visa

• minibar, telephone costs in room

• personal expenses

• gratuities

partner residential inclusions

• transfer to & from Danang airport
• complimentary fruit cocktail (non alcoholic) on arrival
• shared accommodation (including buffet breakfast) at Golden Sand Resort for the nights 3-6 May
• welcome reception Sunday 3rd May
• Hoi An Ancient Town tour Monday 4th May
• buffet lunch Monday 4th May
• transfers to Hoi An Town with English speaking guide on each bus for free afternoon of shopping Monday 4th May
• dinner at Brother's Cafe (Hoi An Town) Monday 4th May. Includes beer and soft drinks
• cooking class at Golden Sand Resort Tuesday 5th May
• buffet lunch Tuesday 5th May
• tour to Tra Que eco-farm village Tuesday 5th May
• buffet dinner at Golden Sand Resort Tuesday 5th May
• lantern & fan making class at Golden Sand Resort Wednesday 6th May
• buffet lunch Wednesday 6th May
• eco water, coconut palm and basket boat tour Wednesday 6th May
• gala BBQ beach dinner at Golden Sand Resort Wednesday 6th May. Includes beer, soft drinks, fruit juices & house wine

Cost:  Superior room $1,100      Deluxe room $1,200         Beach front suite $1,600

Exclusions:

• travel insurance

• flights

• airport tax

• visa

• minibar, telephone costs in room

• personal expenses

• gratuities

options for children

$80

$230

residential activities

Includes:

• finger food
• 90 minutes free flow of local beers and soft drinks

Monday afternoon: shuttle service to Hoi An town for free afternoon of shopping

Includes:

• Transfer in air-conditioned vehicles
• Services of an English speaking guide on each vehicle

Hoi An is famous for its tailors. There is no need to pack a suitcase of clothes for the conference, you can have them all made after you arrive! Most tailors can custom make clothes within a day and deliver to you at the hotel. Browse through their catalogues and choose your fabric from the hundreds on display. You can even take your favourite pair of jeans you haven't been able to replace and have a replica pair made. Shoes are also very popular, and you can have a pair custom made for a very reasonable price in no time at all. Whether it's trainers, boots or sandals you're after, you are sure to find the style, colour and fit you're looking for.

Includes:

• Transfer by air-conditioned vehicle
• Services of local English speaking guide
• Seated  Vietnamese plated dinner
• 2 hour free flow of beer and soft drinks

Finish the day in true Vietnamese style. Brother Cafe is located on the banks of the Hoi An River within a heritage house, surrounded by beautifully landscaped gardens. The menu is fresh with quintessential Hoi An flavours.

Includes:

• Transfer by air-conditioned vehicle
• Services of local English speaking guide
• Village and farm visit

Take a short drive to the nearby Tra Que vegetable village. After the welcome drink for a short rest, walk through the market gardens where local farmers work their fields using the traditional methods of hundreds of years ago, using no electrical machinery.

Includes:

• Boat trip and basket boat trip
• Service of local English speaking guides

Explore the the coconut palm canals of the Hoi An River in a unique round boat. Learn how the V.C soldiers hid themselves amongst the palms during battle with the Southern troops. Later, take a wooden boat to a fishing village at the mouth of the river. Catch fish with the local fishermen using traditional methods.

Includes:

•  BBQ dinner

•  30 min pre-dinner drinks (local beer and soft drinks)

• 2 hour free flow of local beer, soft drinks, fruit juices and house wine

additional activities for partners & children

Includes:

• Transfer in air-conditioned vehicles
• Services of an English speaking guide on each vehicle
• Entrance fees

A short drive from takes you to one of the most fascinating towns in Vietnam. The Ancient town is intact, well preserved and was elected as one of the 5 World Heritage Sites in Vietnam. As you walk through the stone laid streets, note the old Chinese architecture homes of old traders from China, Japan, India and Arabia. These homes are now occupied by modern day traders selling you a variety of items such as precious silks and tailors; colourful lantern and fan makers; paintings, art and crafts of central Vietnam; Vietnamese fashion wears, sandals and handbags; replicas of roofing and wall tiles and of course walk across the interesting covered Japanese bridge and view the little Chinese gardens

Includes:

• materials & instruction

Includes:

• materials & instruction

Made from local silk, lanterns are a market symbol of Hoi An. Learn traditional methods for creating unique and beautiful lanterns and fans and create your own souvenir to take home with you.

destination information

Golden Sand Resort & Spa

Golden Sand Resort & Spa is located on the famous beach stretch of Cua Dai, just 10 minutes away from Hoi An Ancient Town and 35 minutes south of Danang International Airport. The Resort is designed in traditional Vietnamese style and positioned within 4 hectares of glorious landscaped gardens surrounded by palm trees, frangipani and hibiscus.

The resort offers a wide variety of water and land sport activities. Pamper yourself at Scentuals Spa, which offers personalized spa services and inspired treatments to engage your senses. Services include a range of spa treatments, Thai, Vietnamese & Balinese Massage, body scrubs & conditioning, and beauty, facial & hair services.

The Golden Sand Resort is the perfect getaway for the whole family. The Kids’ Club is open every day for children aged 3-10 years old, and the Resort also features 2 children’s pools with play area, baby sitter service and kids menu in all restaurants.

Additional resort features:

• private beach for exclusive use of guests

• 150m pool

• free shuttle bus to/from Hoi An Town

• fitness centre

• tennis courts

• canoeing

• hydrobike

• body boarding

• diving centre

• jet ski rental

• tour desk

• billiards

• badminton

• bicycle hire

• 5 restaurants/bars

Hoi An is a must-see destination for any trip to Vietnam. The nearest international airport is Danang, 35 minutes away. Hoi An has retained much of its traditional charm and history; the Old Town is a Unesco World Heritage Site. Hoi An is famous for its tailors who can make you a whole new wardrobe within just a few days. The area is also known for silk manufacture, lantern making and culinary delights, with seafood a local speciality.

For local information on Vietnam, visit the Vietnamese Tourism website. Click the logo at the right

airlines

Room features

All rooms:

• private balcony
• airconditioning
• WIFI internet access
• minibar
• safety deposit box
• satellite TV

Perth, Melbourne or Gold Coast to Hanoi or Ho Chi Minh via Kuala Lumpur

• 39m²
• king/twin
• Bath tub with shower
• Note: Triple share is not available with superior rooms

travel information

Visas are required to enter Vietnam. We suggest you obtain your visa before departing to avoid delays at the airport on your arrival. Visit the website of the Vietnamese Embassy in Australia for detailed information and application forms.

• 45m²
• king/twin/triple
• comfortable seating area with sofa or arm chair & coffee table

We recommend Australian residents visit the Australian Government Smart Traveller website for up to date travel advisories before departing.

• 90m²
• king/twin/triple
• beach front prime location
• separate living & bedroom
• Private terrace with unobstructed view of beach

post conference tours

minimum numbers required

2 day tour to Hue

3 day tour to Hue and My Son

Day 1               

Day 1        

Transfer to Hue, visit Cham Museum en route

Travel by air-conditioned coach from Hoi An to Hue, the art, architecture and culinary centre of Vietnam. En route to Hue, stop off at the Cham Museum in Danang to view the finest collection of Cham art. The sculptures on display date from the 7th to 15th centuries, and were discovered at sites such as  Dong Duong, Khuong, My, My Son and Tra Kieu. Made of sandstone, the sculptures are exquisitely carved, with many of them depicting Hindu deities such as Shiva, Brahma and Vishnu.

Thien Mu Pagoda Tour

Thien Mu Pagoda, built in 1601, is situated on Ha Khe Hill, on the left bank of the Perfume River. It houses bronze cast statues and precious antiques and is surrounded by landscaped gardens. There is a monastery on site and visitors are welcome to witness the Buddhist ceremonies that take place there.

Tu Duc Tomb Tour

Tu Duc Tomb is one of the most outstanding examples of royal architecture of the Nguyen Dynasty.  It was built between 1864-1867 for Emperor Tu Duc, who reigned from 1848 to 1883, the longest reign in the Nguyen Dynasty. had the longest reign of all in the Nguyen Dynasty.

After visiting the Tomb, there will be a stop at local markets to watch the production of conical hats and incense. Hue is famous for its 'poem hats' which, when held up to the light, reveal scenes of daily life.

Traditional folk performance on boat

Enjoy a picturesque cruise along the Perfume River with traditional Vietnamese entertainment

Hue is a gastronome's delight. Degustation-style banquets which highlight regional cuisine feature at many restaurants.A local speciality is royal rice cakes (banh khoai), made from cassava, sugar and coconut milk.

Overnight - Imperial Hotel

The 5 star Imperial Hotel is located on the bank of the Perfume River, within walking distance of many attractions.

Day 2

Citadel Tour

The Citadel is a walled enclosure with a circumference of approx. 10km. Construction began in 1804. Vietnam was ruled from within the Citadel walls until 1945. The Citadel also served as the home for the Royal family.

Transfer to Danang Airport

Cost:     Single $300pp 

             Twin share $200pp

             Child 3-11yrs $150pp

My Son Cham Sanctuary Tour, visit Cham Museum en route

Travel by air-conditioned coach from Hoi An to My Son (pronounced 'me sun').  My Son was a centre for spirituality and worship during the reign of the Champa Kingdom, from the late 4th century to the 13th century. The Chams built numerous temples, most dedicated to Cham Kings associated with divinities. The Sanctuary housed around 70 temples, however after repeated pillaging over the centuries, and extensive bombing during the Vietnam war, only about 20 remain. Today, the My Son Sanctuary is a Unesco World Heritage Site.

En route to the Sanctuary, there will be a stop at the Cham Museum in Danang to view the largest collection of Cham art.

Traditional folk performance on boat

Enjoy a picturesque cruise along the Perfume River with traditional Vietnamese entertainment

Dinner at leisure

Hue is a gastronome's delight. Degustation-style banquets which highlight regional cuisine feature at many restaurants. A local speciality is royal rice cakes (banh khoai), made from cassava, sugar and coconut milk.

Overnight- Imperial Hotel

Overnight in the 5 star Imperial Hotel in a Deluxe City View room. The Imperial Hotel is located on the bank of the Perfume River, within walking distance of many attractions.

Day 2

Thien Mu Pagoda Tour

Thien Mu Pagoda, built in 1601, is situated on Ha Khe Hill, on the left bank of the Perfume River. It houses bronze cast statues and precious antiques and is surrounded by landscaped gardens. There is a monastery on site and visitors are welcome to witness the Buddhist ceremonies that take place there.

Tu Duc Tomb Tour

Tu Duc Tomb is one of the most outstanding examples of royal architecture of the Nguyen Dynasty.  It was built between 1864-1867 for Emperor Tu Duc, who reigned from 1848 to 1883, the longest reign in the Nguyen Dynasty. had the longest reign of all in the Nguyen Dynasty.

Citadel Tour

The Citadel is a walled enclosure with a circumference of approx. 10km. Construction began in 1804. Vietnam was ruled from within the Citadel walls until 1945. The Citadel also served as the home for the Royal family.

After visiting the Citadel, there will be a stop at local markets to watch the production of conical hats and incense. Hue is famous for its 'poem hats' which, when held up to the light, reveal scenes of daily life.

Dinner at leisure + overnight at Imperial Hotel

Day 3- Transfer to Danang Airport

Cost:    Single $550pp

            Twin share $350pp

            Child 3-11yrs $275pp

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