Seminar Essentials
Coordinating Institution
University of Social Sciences and the Humanities
Vietnam National University
336 Nguyen Trai Rd
Thanh Xuan
Hanoi, Vietnam
Tel: (84 4) 3858-3799
http://www.vnu.edu.vn/en/
Calendar
Sunday, June 13: Arrive Hanoi, Noi Bai International Airport (HAN)
Monday, June 14, through Friday, July 23: Classes and excursions
Saturday, July 24: Depart Hanoi
Travel Information
When planning your flights, be sure to consult the University Travel Portal, http://www.campustravel.com/university/princeton/, particularly “International Consolidators” under “Flights” on the main menu for low fares on major airlines.
Information on ground transportation to and from Noi Bai International Airport (HAN) will be provided by the seminar administrator, Susan Bindig.
Before leaving on your trip, you must register online via the University Travel Database at http://travel.princeton.edu/ . Details on this process will be provided by the seminar administrator, Susan Bindig. The site also provides other valuable information on international travel and on university resources that will make your trip easier.
Passports and Visas
A passport, valid for 6 months after your departure from Vietnam, is required. To apply for or renew a passport, please consult: http://travel.state.gov/passport/passport_1738.html. You may also apply for a passport through the post office in Palmer Square.
A visa is required for entry into Vietnam. Information will be available from the seminar administrator Susan Bindig.
Immunizations
McCosh Health Center will contact each student directly about required and suggested immunizations. A mandatory predeparture meeting with a health representative from McCosh will be held in April or May.
Housing and Meals
Housing and a full breakfast will be provided at the:
Bao Khanh Hotel.
22 Bao Khanh Street
Hoan Kiem District
Hanoi, Vietnam
Tel: (84 4) 3928-7702
http://www.baokhanhhotel.com.vn/
The Bao Khanh Hotel is located at the edge of the historic “Thirty-Six Streets,” the original center of Hanoi. Students will enjoy single, air-conditioned rooms with full Internet access. Each room is equipped with a small refrigerator. The full breakfast is included in the daily price.
