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<?xml version="1.0" encoding="UTF-8"?> <LscsResult><DestinationRootContainer><generalSectionContainer><cityStatus>active</cityStatus><entryPageActiveStatus>active</entryPageActiveStatus><Smartvel>enable</Smartvel><destinationTypeDetails><regionName>Southeast Asia</regionName><regionLabel>Southeast Asia</regionLabel><regionID>Southeast Asia</regionID><country>VN</country><countryLabel>Vietnam</countryLabel><countryTranslated>Vietnam</countryTranslated><city>SGN</city><cityCode/><cityLabel>Ho-Chi-Minh-City</cityLabel><airportcode>SGN</airportcode><cityTranslated>Ho Chi Minh City</cityTranslated><pageTitle>Book flights to Ho Chi Minh City (SGN) | Singapore Airlines</pageTitle><cityLanguages>Vietnamese</cityLanguages></destinationTypeDetails><destinationEntryDetails><destinationImage>/saar5/images/destination/top-banners/Ho-Chi-Minh.jpg</destinationImage><altText>Scenery Night View of Ho Chi Minh City Vietnam</altText><thumbnailImage>/saar5/images/fare-deal-images/HoChiMinhCity.jpg</thumbnailImage><thumbnailAltText>Scenery City View of Ho Chi Minh City Vietnam</thumbnailAltText><cityintroTitle>&lt;p&gt;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&lt;/p&gt;</cityintroTitle><cityDescription>&lt;p&gt;Ho Chi Minh City, formerly Saigon, is a vast city of seven million running on strong coffee and &amp;ldquo;easy riders&amp;rdquo; &amp;ndash; there&amp;rsquo;s not much you can&amp;rsquo;t transport on the back of a motorbike in Vietnam. Life seems so fast-moving here, that initially you might be left dazed and confused with the rush of it all.&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;But once you&amp;rsquo;ve acclimatised, you&amp;rsquo;ll be hooked on HCMC (as it&amp;rsquo;s popularly known) &amp;ndash; from the alleyway bowls of chicken pho and street corner bia hoi (draft beer), to the splendour of the French colonial architecture, and the incredible shopping in malls, markets and everywhere in between. And when you&amp;rsquo;re ready for a rest, don&amp;rsquo;t fret &amp;ndash; you can have that for free in one of the city&amp;rsquo;s pretty parks.&lt;/p&gt;</cityDescription><cityHoverDescription/></destinationEntryDetails><metaKeyword>flights to Ho Chi Minh City, Ho Chi Minh City attractions, things to do in Ho Chi Minh City, things to eat in Ho Chi Minh City, accomodation options in Ho Chi Minh City</metaKeyword><metaDescription>&lt;p&gt;Find great deals on flights to Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam when you book with Singapore Airlines. 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Urban Adventure’s day tour takes you to Taoist temple Cao Dai for a noon ceremony, before transfer to the famous Cu Chi Tunnel network that was used as a base by the Viet Cong during the Indochina conflict.</Description><insiderLabel/><insider/><whatToDoImage>/saar5/images/destination/what-to-do/sgn/Cu-Chi-Tunnel.jpg</whatToDoImage><whatToDoImageAltText>What to do in Ho Chi Minh City - Cu Chi Tunnel</whatToDoImageAltText><links><infoLinkLabel/><externalLinkInfo/><locationLinkLabel/><externalLink/></links></whatToDoSection><whatToDoSection><category>Cultural</category><categoryLabel>Cultural</categoryLabel><heading>Markets</heading><Description>Haggle your heart out at the markets. Lively Ben Thanh may be more popular (and pricier) than elsewhere, but there is surely nothing you can’t find in this shopping mecca.</Description><insiderLabel/><insider/><whatToDoImage>/saar5/images/destination/what-to-do/sgn/Ben-Thanh-market.jpg</whatToDoImage><whatToDoImageAltText>What to do in Ho Chi Minh City - Ben Thanh market</whatToDoImageAltText><links><infoLinkLabel/><externalLinkInfo/><locationLinkLabel/><externalLink/></links></whatToDoSection><whatToDoMetaDetails><metaKeyword>What to do in Ho Chi Minh City</metaKeyword><metaDescription>&lt;p&gt;Don't miss out on these activites when visiting Ho Chi Minh City.&lt;/p&gt;</metaDescription></whatToDoMetaDetails><whereToStayPageTitle>Where to stay in Ho Chi Minh City</whereToStayPageTitle><whereToStayODImage/><whereToStayODAltText/><whereToStaySection><places><whereToStayHeading>An Lam Saigon River Hotel</whereToStayHeading><hotelDescription>This waterfront hideaway, hidden amid fragrant tropical foliage, is a 20-minute speedboat ride from downtown. An Lam delivers on its casual yet incredibly comfortable promise wonderfully. Expect villas with four-poster beds and private pools, dining on the deck with silk lanterns swaying overhead, and a personal butler service to cater to your every wish. There’s no tedious reception procedure here, so your butler is on hand 24 hours a day. &lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Insider Tip: &lt;/strong&gt; Let your body and mind fully unwind with a Vietnamese massage at the spa or with some downward dog at one of their daily yoga classes. </hotelDescription><ratingLabel/><hotelRating>5.0</hotelRating><insiderLabel/><insider/><whereToStayImage>/saar5/images/destination/where-to-stay-default.jpg</whereToStayImage><whereToStayImageAltText>Where to stay in Ho Chi Minh City - An Lam Saigon River Hotel</whereToStayImageAltText><links><externalLinkWebsiteLabel>Book now</externalLinkWebsiteLabel><externalLinkWebsite>http://ajaxsearch.partners.agoda.com/partners/tracking.aspx?cid=1618815&amp;currency=SGD&amp;urltogo=http://ajaxsearch.partners.agoda.com/asia/vietnam/ho_chi_minh_city/an_lam_saigon_river_private_residence.html&amp;backlink=http://www.agoda.com.sg/singaporeair&amp;header=http://img.agoda.net/images/partnermarketing/clp/sgair/sgair_header4.html</externalLinkWebsite><locationLinkLabel>21/4 Trung Village, Vinh Phu Ward, Saigon River, Vietnam, District 12, Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam 70000</locationLinkLabel><externalLink>21/4 Trung Village, Vinh Phu Ward, Saigon River, Vietnam, District 12, Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam 70000</externalLink><contactNo/></links></places></whereToStaySection><whereToStaySection><places><whereToStayHeading>Ma Maison Boutique Hotel</whereToStayHeading><hotelDescription>This charming boutique hotel was decorated in rustic Provence style by Vietnamese interior designer Aline Ho, who used lots of blonde wood furniture set against soft hues of yellow and green on the walls. The result is a warm and welcoming space reminiscent of a French farmhouse complete with resident cat, Mr Sushi, to help make you feel at home. There’s also a cosy lobby, a peaceful garden and a bistro serving up French favourites. &lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Insider Tip: &lt;/strong&gt; Complimentary mobile phones are issued on arrival, with free local service. </hotelDescription><ratingLabel/><hotelRating>3.0</hotelRating><insiderLabel/><insider/><whereToStayImage>/saar5/images/destination/where-to-stay-default.jpg</whereToStayImage><whereToStayImageAltText>Where to stay in Ho Chi Minh City - Ma Maison Boutique Hotel</whereToStayImageAltText><links><externalLinkWebsiteLabel>Book now</externalLinkWebsiteLabel><externalLinkWebsite>http://ajaxsearch.partners.agoda.com/partners/tracking.aspx?cid=1618815&amp;currency=SGD&amp;urltogo=http://ajaxsearch.partners.agoda.com/asia/vietnam/ho_chi_minh_city/ma_maison_boutique_hotel_saigon.html&amp;backlink=http://www.agoda.com.sg/singaporeair&amp;header=http://img.agoda.net/images/partnermarketing/clp/sgair/sgair_header4.html</externalLinkWebsite><locationLinkLabel>656/52 Cach Mang Thang Tam Street, District 3, District 3, Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam</locationLinkLabel><externalLink>656/52 Cach Mang Thang Tam Street, District 3, District 3, Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam</externalLink><contactNo/></links></places></whereToStaySection><whereToStaySection><places><whereToStayHeading>Hotel Nikko Saigon</whereToStayHeading><hotelDescription>Boasting some of the most spacious rooms in HCMC, Hotel Nikko really does go above and beyond to make sure its guest are happy. Its minimalist design in neutral tones, true to its Japanese heritage, makes it a calm, blank canvas for whatever you have planned during your stay. With all amenities and home comforts catered to, you needn’t worry about the fundamentals. The service, as well as the facilities, are truly deserving of its five stars. &lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Insider Tip: &lt;/strong&gt; As well as a brasserie and lobby, both serving international cuisine, there’s a dedicated Chinese restaurant (with a Taiwanese touch) if nothing else will do. </hotelDescription><ratingLabel/><hotelRating>5.0</hotelRating><insiderLabel/><insider/><whereToStayImage>/saar5/images/destination/where-to-stay-default.jpg</whereToStayImage><whereToStayImageAltText>Where to stay in Ho Chi Minh City - Hotel Nikko Saigon</whereToStayImageAltText><links><externalLinkWebsiteLabel>Book now</externalLinkWebsiteLabel><externalLinkWebsite>http://ajaxsearch.partners.agoda.com/partners/tracking.aspx?cid=1618815&amp;currency=SGD&amp;urltogo=http://ajaxsearch.partners.agoda.com/asia/vietnam/ho_chi_minh_city/hotel_nikko_saigon.html&amp;backlink=http://www.agoda.com.sg/singaporeair&amp;header=http://img.agoda.net/images/partnermarketing/clp/sgair/sgair_header4.html</externalLinkWebsite><locationLinkLabel>235 Nguyen Van Cu Street, District 1, District 1, Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam</locationLinkLabel><externalLink>235 Nguyen Van Cu Street, District 1, District 1, Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam</externalLink><contactNo/></links></places></whereToStaySection><whereToStaySection><places><whereToStayHeading>The Alcove Library Hotel</whereToStayHeading><hotelDescription>Quite unlike any other hotel in the city, The Alcove occupies its own class entirely. Built on the dreams of Vietnam-residing investors from Singapore and Korea, it aims to provide a new breed of hotel for seasoned travellers to the city. The luxurious linen and well-appointed rooms are one thing, but the personal touches, like bedtime stories complete with complimentary chocolate, take the experience to the next level. &lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Insider Tip: &lt;/strong&gt;If you’re in a rush, the hotel can arrange a motorcycle taxi to whisk you to wherever you need to be – fast. </hotelDescription><ratingLabel/><hotelRating>3.5</hotelRating><insiderLabel/><insider/><whereToStayImage>/saar5/images/destination/main/sgn/The-Alcove.jpg</whereToStayImage><whereToStayImageAltText>Where to stay in Ho Chi Minh City - The Alcove Library Hotel</whereToStayImageAltText><links><externalLinkWebsiteLabel>Book now</externalLinkWebsiteLabel><externalLinkWebsite>http://ajaxsearch.partners.agoda.com/asia/vietnam/ho_chi_minh_city/the_alcove_library_hotel.html?cid=1618815&amp;currency=SGD&amp;urltogo=http://ajaxsearch.partners.agoda.com/asia/vietnam/ho_chi_minh_city/the_alcove_library_hotel.html&amp;backlink=http://www.agoda.com.sg/singaporeair&amp;header=http://img.agoda.net/images/partnermarketing/clp/sgair/sgair_header4.html&amp;cklg=1</externalLinkWebsite><locationLinkLabel>133A Nguyen Dinh Chinh Street, Phu Nhuan District, , Phu Nhuan, Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam</locationLinkLabel><externalLink>133A Nguyen Dinh Chinh Street, Phu Nhuan District, , Phu Nhuan, Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam</externalLink><contactNo/></links></places></whereToStaySection><whereToStaySection><places><whereToStayHeading>Caravelle Hotel</whereToStayHeading><hotelDescription>Situated within easy reach of business and entertainment districts as well as just 8km from Tan Son Nhat International Airport, the iconic Caravelle also lays claim to no less than six food and beverage establishments; the Pool Bar is particularly nice, set magnificently against the backdrop of Opera House. As well as being the setting for feature films, this hotel has also played host to VIPs such as Bill Clinton, Pierre Cardin and Michael Caine. &lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Insider Tip: &lt;/strong&gt; Don’t forget a visit to the beautiful Caravelle Boutique for last minute souvenirs. </hotelDescription><ratingLabel/><hotelRating/><insiderLabel/><insider/><whereToStayImage>/saar5/images/destination/where-to-stay-default.jpg</whereToStayImage><whereToStayImageAltText>Where to stay in Ho Chi Minh City - Caravelle Hotel</whereToStayImageAltText><links><externalLinkWebsiteLabel>Book now</externalLinkWebsiteLabel><externalLinkWebsite>http://www.caravellehotel.com/</externalLinkWebsite><locationLinkLabel/><externalLink/><contactNo/></links></places></whereToStaySection><whereToStayMetaDetails><metaKeyword>Where to stay in Ho Chi Minh City</metaKeyword><metaDescription>&lt;p&gt;Choose from a variety of accomodation options in Ho Chi Minh City&lt;/p&gt;</metaDescription></whereToStayMetaDetails><whereToEatPageTitle>Where to eat in Ho Chi Minh City</whereToEatPageTitle><whereToEatODImage/><whereToEatODAltText/><whereToEatSection><places><category>Vietnamese</category><categoryLabel>Vietnamese</categoryLabel><categoryLink>http://www.xusaigon.com/</categoryLink><whereToEatHeading>Xu Restaurant Lounge</whereToEatHeading><restaurantsDescription>Surrounded by top hotels, Xu Saigon manages to hold its own providing a modern Vietnamese dining experience. Split into two levels, with a lounge on the ground floor and fine dining on the first floor, the vibe is casual but smart – no sandals, ladies. Try the lounge at lunchtime, for salads, baguettes and various wok dishes, and the restaurant for a classy night out and some contemporary versions of local classics such as lemongrass skewered sea bass, coconut braised pork belly and three regions spring rolls. &lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Insider Tip: &lt;/strong&gt;For a late night pick me-up, have the punchy Espresso Martini to finish. </restaurantsDescription><insiderLabel/><insider/><whereToEatImage>/saar5/images/destination/main/sgn/xu.jpg</whereToEatImage><whereToEatImageAltText>Where to eat in Ho Chi Minh City - Xu Restaurant Lounge</whereToEatImageAltText><links><locationLinkLabel/><externalLink/><contactNo/></links></places></whereToEatSection><whereToEatSection><places><category>International</category><categoryLabel>International</categoryLabel><categoryLink>http://www.thedecksaigon.com/</categoryLink><whereToEatHeading>The Deck Saigon</whereToEatHeading><restaurantsDescription>The Deck is the closest restaurant you’ll find next to the Saigon River. Although not the easiest establishment to locate, guests can opt to arrive directly from the city centre by boat, which makes the whole evening extra special. Upon arrival, a lovely lush garden awaits as well as a stylish deck laid out for diners. The east-meets-west menu includes favourites such as tuna sashimi with miso sauce, Kolhrabi (a cabbage-like vegetable) carpaccio with parmesan, and pan-fried black cod. The international wine list is carefully selected from five different countries. &lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Insider Tip: &lt;/strong&gt;The best seats in the house are the open-air tables on the deck area, but there is also inside seating with river views. Reservations recommended. </restaurantsDescription><insiderLabel/><insider/><whereToEatImage>/saar5/images/destination/main/sgn/The-Deck-Saigon.jpg</whereToEatImage><whereToEatImageAltText>Where to eat in Ho Chi Minh City - The Deck Saigon</whereToEatImageAltText><links><locationLinkLabel/><externalLink/><contactNo/></links></places></whereToEatSection><whereToEatSection><places><category/><categoryLabel>Select</categoryLabel><categoryLink/><whereToEatHeading>Monsoon Restaurant &amp; Bar</whereToEatHeading><restaurantsDescription>Serving cuisine from Vietnam, Cambodia, Laos, Thailand and Myanmar, this is a great place to visit if you’re new to the food of the region. “Inspired by great friends and kind strangers”, the restaurant is an expansion of the first one which was set up in Myanmar. The Southeast Asian staples found on the menu here are set off by fantastic presentation, hip interior decor and some hard-to-turn-down cocktails. The lemongrass martini is a must. &lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Insider Tip: &lt;/strong&gt; Order an appetiser from each country for a well-rounded tasting session.</restaurantsDescription><insiderLabel/><insider/><whereToEatImage>/saar5/images/destination/what-to-eat-default.jpg</whereToEatImage><whereToEatImageAltText>Where to eat in Ho Chi Minh City - Monsoon Restaurant &amp; Bar</whereToEatImageAltText><links><locationLinkLabel/><externalLink/><contactNo/></links></places></whereToEatSection><whereToEatSection><places><category>French</category><categoryLabel>French</categoryLabel><categoryLink>http://www.lavilla-restaurant.com.vn/</categoryLink><whereToEatHeading>La Villa</whereToEatHeading><restaurantsDescription>No trip to HCMC is complete without trying some local French fare, and you can’t go wrong at La Villa. Situated in a colonial mansion in a quiet part of town, it has all the refinement and elegance you’d hope for. The food is exquisite, too, with a la carte gems such as pan-fried duck breast with sauteed potatoes and parsley perigourdine sauce, followed by millefeuille. The extensive wine list doesn’t disappoint either, and service is impeccable. &lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Insider Tip: &lt;/strong&gt;A great place for a special occasion. 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While perhaps not the most authentic dining experience in town, with similar Vietnamese dishes found cheaper elsewhere, the old-world atmosphere and elegant antique furnishings are really standout. &lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Insider Tip: &lt;/strong&gt; Secluded dining areas and a lounge for pre- and post-dinner drinks make it a great spot for business outings, but make sure you book first. </restaurantsDescription><insiderLabel/><insider/><whereToEatImage>/saar5/images/destination/what-to-eat-default.jpg</whereToEatImage><whereToEatImageAltText>Where to eat in Ho Chi Minh City - Temple Club</whereToEatImageAltText><links><locationLinkLabel/><externalLink/><contactNo/></links></places></whereToEatSection><whereToEatMetaDetails><metaKeyword>Where to eat in Ho Chi Minh City</metaKeyword><metaDescription>&lt;p&gt;Choose from a variety of F&amp;amp;B options when visiting Ho Chi Minh City&lt;/p&gt;</metaDescription></whereToEatMetaDetails></DestinationRootContainer><SmartVel><smartLocale>en</smartLocale><smartCity>Ho Chi Minh City</smartCity></SmartVel><deviceTypeElement><deviceType>desktop</deviceType></deviceTypeElement><JsonStringContainer><JsonString>{"masthead": {"items": [{"country": "Vietnam","destinationCountryCode": "VN","destinationCityCode": "SGN","capital": "Ho Chi Minh City","readMore": "Read More","readLess": "Read Less","favourites": "Add to favourites","image": "/saar5/images/destination/top-banners/Ho-Chi-Minh.jpg"}]},"fareDeal": {"introTitle": "&lt;p&gt;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&lt;/p&gt;","introDescrition": "&lt;p&gt;Ho Chi Minh City, formerly Saigon, is a vast city of seven million running on strong coffee and &amp;ldquo;easy riders&amp;rdquo; &amp;ndash; there&amp;rsquo;s not much you can&amp;rsquo;t transport on the back of a motorbike in Vietnam. 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