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http://vtc.unishanoi.org
15th & 16th February, 2014
United Nations International School of Hanoi
Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/VietnamTechConf
Instagram: http://instagram.com/vntechconference
Hashtag: #vtc2014
Table of Contents
VTC InformationConference Schedule
Twitter and Instagram UsersPresentation NotesInternet Access
HelpdeskCampus MapBus Schedule
Your Quick Guide to HanoiFrom the AirportGetting Around
WeatherTeachers’ Recommendations
Where to EatThings to Do
VTC Information
Please visit our website at http://vtc.unishanoi.org to get the latest information about the conference.
Conference ScheduleWe are using the Sched app to give a live schedule of the event, including information about the workshops and presenters. You can view the schedule thru the VTC_website or directly to your mobile device by going to http://vtc2014.sched.org. For iPad or iPhone users, you can add the VTC Sched site as a web app by opening the site in Safari and clicking then “Add to Home Screen”. For Android users, you can follow the instructions on this site.
Twitter and Instagram UsersWe would love to hear from you! If you have a Twitter account, please use the hashtag #vtc2014 when sharing anything related to the conference. This will help us to easily find your thoughts and info about VTC 2014! You can also follow us on Twitter @VietnamTechConf.
For Instagram users, use the same hashtag #vtc2014 when tagging your photos during the conference. The UNIS Geek Squad will also be taking photos during the event and will be posting it on Instagram. You can view the photos by checking out the VTC_website or by following us at http://instagram.com/vntechconference.
Presentation NotesVisit the VTC site’s Workshops_and_Presenters_page to view each presenter’s page. You will find details of their workshop offerings, bio, contact details and any presentation notes. Please check it from time to time as the presenters’ pages will be updated throughout the conference.
Internet AccessLook for the UNIS Guest network and type the following details:Username: vtc Password: vtc2014
HelpdeskThe VTC organizers and Tech Support will be located in B6101. The Geek Squad will also be roaming the campus wearing a black shirt if you need any assistance. For any emergencies please contact Ed Gilbreath, Technology Director at +8491 876.45.59.
Campus Map
Bus ScheduleThe bus is available to all participants staying at the Intercontinental Hotel. If you miss the busyou can ask the hotel concierge to call a cab for you.
School Address: UNIS Hanoi, G9 Ciputra Lac Long Quan Road, Tay Ho District, Hanoi
Friday, 14th FebPreconference starts at
Saturday, 15th FebRegistration: 8:158:30 am
Conference starts at 8:30 am
Sunday, 16th FebConference starts at 8:30 am
8:00 am Hotel to UNIS
4:15 pm UNIS to Hotel
7:45 am Hotel to UNIS
5:10 pm UNIS to Hotel
8:00 am Hotel to UNIS
1:45 pm UNIS to Hotel
Your Quick Guide to Hanoi
From the AirportChoose from several accredited taxis outside the airport here are your options. Tips areappreciated!
Fixed Price$15/VND350,000 anywhere inthe Tay Ho area confirm thefare first before getting in
Meteredcost is from VND380,000 ifyou’re staying in the Tay Ho
Area
Hotel Transfer
Noi BaiAirport TaxiViet Thanh
Mai LinhThien NanhTaxi Group
(CP/Hanoitourist)ABC
Please contactIntercontinental Hotel’sreservation manager Mrs.
Nguyen Kim Anh:[email protected], or
call +844 6 2708888extension 7035.
Getting AroundTaxis are easy to hail on the streets, in front of your hotel (you can always ask the concierge to call a cab for you), and outside the UNIS Main Gate. Always check that the meter is on. Meters start from VND 10,00015,000 depending on the size of the taxi. Use any of the accredited metered taxis above, including other reliable operators such as Good Morning, Ba Sao and Thanh Nga. We recommend that you pick the accredited taxi operators listed above as other taxis may rig the meters to double the fare.
WeatherPlease check your favorite weather sites for the latest weather conditions.Hanoi forecast as of 9/02/2014, courtesy of the Weather Channel
Teachers’ RecommendationsHere are some of the hangouts and activities that are highly recommended by several of our UNIS Staff members.
Where to Eat
Tay Ho(close to UNIS Hanoi & the Intercon
hotel)
Old Quarter
Dieu’s Cuisine (25 Xuan Dieu), Vietnamese $Tay Tap (100A Xuan Dieu), International, $$Sushi Dokoro (95 Xuan Dieu), Japanese, $$Madake (81 Xuan Dieu), Thai, $$Blue Bird (7 Xuan Dieu), International, $$Da Paolo(18, Lane 50/59/17 Dang Thai Mai),Italian, $$Don’s(16/27 Xuan Dieu Street) International,$$$Cafe/sandwich typeJOMA( #43 To Ngoc Van, Tay Ho )District., $Kitchen(7A / 40 Xuan Dieu, Tay Ho), $$Saint Honore(#5 Xuan Dieu), $$$Tet Cafe(Villa 25, area 1.3 Ha, Dang Thai MaiSt, Tay Ho), $
Madame Hien (15 Chan Cam, Hoàn Kiếm),Vietnamese, $$Ngon Restaurant(18 Phan Boi Chau),Vietnamese, $Cha Ca La Vong (14 Cha Ca), Vietnamese $ try their specialty cha ca, fish sautéed withveggies with sides of peanuts and noodlesSofitel Metropole( 15 Ngo Quyen, Hoan Kiem),$$$$Namaste(47 Lo Su), Indian, $$ the best Indianfood in townMoose and Roo(42b Ma May), WesternBeirut (5th floor, Trang Tien Plaza), MiddleEastern, $$$ nice shisha place with a view ofHoan Kiem; great kebabs
Things to Do
Shopping Pampering
Markets:Cho Hom Market (79 Hue Street, Hai Ba Trung)Dong Xuan market (Dong Xuan street, Hoan Kiem)Streets of Hanoi Hang Gai silk street Hang Bac silver Nha Tho and Ly Quoc Su clothes, jewelry
and houseware
Hair & Nails: Binhs(No 3, lane 31/10 Xuan Dieu) Vu Do Lancy(35 To Ngoc Van, Tay Ho), Senses( 5 To Ngoc Van, Tay Ho)
Massage: Yakushi(6 Alley 28 Xuan Dieu, Tay Ho) Lancy(35 To Ngoc Van, Tay Ho) Body and Soul(Lane 1 Au Co,
House 14 chua Kim Lien villageNghi Tam.Tay Ho)
Nightlife
Tay Ho: Hanoi Rock City(27 To Ngoc Van, Quang An, Tay Ho), $$ Tay Tap(100A Xuan Dieu, Tay Ho), $$
The Lounge, $$ Madake, $$ Intercontinental Hotel, $$$ go to the Sunset bar for drinks and a great view of Westlake Summit Lounge at the Sofitel Plaza, $$$ has the best view of Hanoi’s city skyline Red River Tea Rooms, Xuan Dieu, $ for drinks
Old Quarter: Hanoi Social Club (6 Ngõ Hội Vũ) The Rooftop Bar (83 Lý Thường Kiệt, Trần Hưng Đạo, Hoan Kiem)