Ba Ria Vung Tau province opens this weekend, with a special flight for guests of Six Senses Con Dao.

During these pandemic times, Con Dao island has sheltered well from the virus – with zero cases recorded and maintains its position as the safest, most peaceful Vietnamese island.

Thanks to the efforts of the government, Six Senses Con Dao is now welcoming guests on a special charter flight for 7 night pilot stay at South East Asia’s #1 Resort.

Guests can experience the beauty and nature of all the facilities available at Six Senses Con Dao during these times, with support from local authorities to maintain the impressive zero covid status.

From dining under the stars, to the healing sounds of meditation, turtle release programs and organic gardens – guests are able to roam the resort and reconnect with themselves and world around them.

September 2021: Six Senses Con Dao is the No. 1 Resort Hotel in Southeast Asia in this year’s edition of the Travel + Leisure World’s Best Awards

Over the past quarter-century, the discerning readers of “Travel + Leisure” have shown an unrivalled commitment to seeking out and sharing their most extraordinary travel experiences.   

Throughout 2021, thousands have participated in the annual survey, sharing thoughts on favorite hotels, islands, tour operators, and more. This year as Travel + Leisure marks their 50^th Year anniversary, Six Senses Con Dao, Vietnam has taken the top spot in these highly regarded awards; winning the coveted “Best Resort in Southeast Asia”. 

“We are beyond thankful to our guests and readers of Travel + Leisure for making their vote count” Hannah Loughlin, Director of Sales and Marketing remarked. “These times have been of pivoting business strategy but also one of proactive development in our commitment to making Six Senses Con Dao the very best it can be. To be recognized as the “Best Resort in Southeast Asia” considering the other nominees – it’s an honor”. 

Noted for their efforts in conservation of endangered green turtles and for being 99% plastic free, Six Senses Con Dao has vowed to further reduce their carbon footprint with many energy and environmental initiatives in hand whilst enhancing the guest experience. 

The incubation center “Let’s Get Cracking” is experiencing record breaking hatching rates of over 95% and over 1,000 turtles successfully released back to the protected waters so far this year in association with the National Park.  

Guests visiting Six Senses Con Dao in 2022 will be greeted with a range of new facilities and experiences that complement the landscape and the organic wellness lifestyle the resort promotes. 

A new dining experience is ready for launch. “Dining Under The Stars” provides a chance to dine from the rooftops of “By the Beach”, with a panoramic view of the ocean.  Up to 4 people can enjoy this unique experience, adding to the already impressive “Chefs Table”, “Wine Cellar”, “Sense of Gardening”, “By the Market”, and Private Residences and Beach Dining that the resort already delivers to its guests.  

Increasing the beach count to 2, a further more exclusive experience at the newly formed “Hideaway Beach”, located past the headland of Lo Voi Mountain, gives guests a “desert island” experience, with options for private eco-BBQ or organic picnic. 

2022 will be a chance to experience Six Senses Con Dao at its best, the recognition of the “Best Resort in Southeast Asia” from “Travel + Leisure” is a welcome reminder of how much the guests have appreciated their vacation to this paradise island resort.

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Located off the southern coast of Vietnam, Con Dao archipelago, the first oceanic RAMSAR convention site in Vietnam, Six Senses Con Dao offers unspoiled and breathtaking landscapes set in natural splendor, teeming with only the best activities for any travel enthusiast.

Those seeking an authentic re-connection to culture and wellbeing turn to Con Dao for their journey of inner healing. As one of the best luxury beach resorts in Vietnam, Six Senses Con Dao invites guests in for a complete healing journey with specialized therapies and award-winning spa treatments which draw out all stresses and calm the soul.

Apart from its nourishing tranquility, Six Senses Con Dao’s consistent efforts towards nature and sustainability have been well regarded among eco-conscious travelers. The five-star resort prides itself on the ethos of “Sustainable Luxury”, where sustainability meets total indulgence. The ‘Sense of Gardening’ supplies organic ingredients that are used in daily cooking, while reducing food waste and promote decomposition. Guests can join a tour of “Be a Farmer” and get their hands on a true Plants-to-Plate dining experience. Eco-travelers would also find appreciation in the resort’s Earth Lab, where the hosts and guests join together to recycle and reuse just about anything imaginable. There are also special occasions where guests, if lucky, can join the trained hosts of Six Senses Con Dao release the new baby turtles back to the ocean during hatchling season, best seen during the summer season!

Six Senses Con Dao has no shortage of top adventure travel for the wanderlusts, either. Here, visitors can jump right into an array of action-packed activities, become Robinson Crusoe explorers for a day, a weekend, or more. Nestled inside the protected National Park, this secluded aquatic haven is home to 1,493 documented oceanic species and the best coral formations in the country, waiting for discovery via snorkeling and scuba diving. On land, the best -maintained but empty island roads will give adventurers the freedom and exhilaration they desire; impossible on the more crowded mainland. Hiking enthusiasts can take to the off-beaten tracks in the National Park area, with or without an adventure host, who would pack light snacks and refreshments to ensure a smooth journey for the more challenging hikes, and showcase the best of Con Dao scenery.

For travel-savant families, the hosts at Six Senses Con Dao are dedicated to making each family trip the most rewarding possible. Be swept into the fun with team sports activities such as volleyball, beach basketball, or kayak and paddleboard with the waves, or bond through Earth Lab workshops. From 9:00 am to 5:00 pm, the trained hosts at Grow With Six Senses will provide the little VIPs the best experiences, both indoor and outdoor throughout the stay, such as painting statues, making sand castles, exploring the surrounding nature, decorating cookies, and learning how to make things out of recycled paper. All kid activities are complimentary.

Voted one of the Most Romantic Resorts in the top 1 percent worldwide by 2021 TripAdvisor Travelers’ Choice, Six Senses Con Dao is perfect for honeymooners. Prepare to fall in love all over with enchanting sunset getaway, sumptuous picnic at the Resort’s exclusive “Hideaway Beach”, or simply stargazing in front of the private villas. End the day on a high note with hot popcorn and cool delicious drinks, in front of your favorite movie at the iconic Jungle Cinema.

As summer approaches, the archipelago enjoys the best weather as the translucent ocean appears as smooth as glass. Whether an ideal holiday is a romantic getaway, healing retreat, or exciting adventure, this pristine hidden island resort offers only the best of everything a traveler could dream of.
Six Senses Con Dao and Con Dao island is the first destination in Vietnam already being vaccinated – 100 percent of Six Senses Con Dao staff already had their first dose and almost every resident of Con Dao shall be fully vaccinated with their first dose by June 2021. The island is untouched by the current issue, and Six Senses Con Dao will be the safest and best destination in all of Vietnam, for a perfect Summer Getaway. 

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Six Senses Con Dao Recognized Among Best in the World Based on Exceptional Traveler Reviews

Con Dao – May 17, 2021 – Six Senses Con Dao has won the 2021 Travelers’ Choice Best of the Best Award for Most Romantic Resort. Throughout a challenging year, Six Senses Con Dao stood out to travelers in providing an authentic experience centered around well-being and meaningful reconnection with themselves and the world around them.

“Looking back on the past year, some of the many enhancements we made included upgrading the resort organic gardens, developing the additional “Hideaway Beach” to complement our existing 2KM of golden sands, caring for our staff and community, enriching the turtle incubation center and committing to plastic free. We are thrilled that combining these efforts has led to the recognition of Six Senses Con Dao as a 2021 Travelers’ Choice Best of the Best Award Winner, being voted the “Number 1 Most Romantic Resort” and placing us in the top 1% of hotels worldwide.  We love to read the words “perfection” and “exceptional service” from our guests’ reviews after their stay.” said Marisa Fernandes, General Manager of Six Senses Con Dao

“We, at Six Senses Con Dao have a strong commitment to exclusivity and sustainability that allows us to deliver even more out-of-ordinary experiences to our guests. We have a fantastic and enthusiastic team, catering to the guests’ needs, especially couples who are seeking wellness, and families looking for quality time.  Our 2 beaches, Six Senses Spa and Chefs table together with 50 eco-luxe free-standing pool villas only adds to the magic that Con Dao islands are blessed with.”

“Congratulations to all the winners of the 2021 Travelers’ Choice Awards,” said Kanika Soni, Chief Commercial Officer at TripAdvisor. “I know the past year has been extremely challenging for tourism businesses. What has impressed me is how Six Senses Con Dao adapted to these challenges, implementing new cleanliness measures, adding social distancing guidelines, and utilizing technology to prioritize guest safety. The Travelers’ Choice Awards highlight the places that delighted guests more than any others in the past year even as they navigated changing customer expectations and new ways of working. Based on a full year of reviews from customers who visited, this award speaks to the exemplary service and experience you provided guests in the midst of a pandemic.”

Just a short flight away from many regional and national airports, resides the Con Dao archipelago, an enchanting island that’s almost 93% National Park. The virtually untouched natural habitat includes marine wetlands that are recognized by RAMSAR with sunken mangrove forests and vast colorful coral reefs providing exhilaration that any nature enthusiast would seek out for adventure.
Along the coast of Con Son, the largest and only inhabited island in the archipelago, Six Senses Con Dao hides away on the 2km of exclusive golden sandy beach. Where couples and travel-savant families disconnect from busy lives and immerse themselves in the unspoiled nature, leading wellness facilities and exquisite, sustainable gastronomy.

Six Senses Con Dao offers an array of adventure packed activities, where guests can become their own Robinson Crusoe explorer for a day, a weekend or more.

On the Sea….

Set sail on the resorts own speedboat, into the early morning horizon and explore the majestic waters around Con Dao archipelago.

As you venture to deserted island inlets for snorkeling the bountiful underwater treasures; some of the most biodiverse coral reefs in Vietnam, will appear. Jump into the cool still waters, with perfect clarity this diving season, or for the more advanced, scuba into open waters to greet the (harmless!) sharks, turtles and other precious ocean habitants, protected by RAMSAR, while our hosts set up a picnic on a beach just for you.

And, if you spot the endangered green sea turtles, say “Xin Chao” because there’s a chance they were born at Six Senses Con Dao’s own incubation centre “Let’s Get Cracking”.

Gently on the Land…

Pick your favorite steel-horse and pedal through the off-beaten tracks with your expert guide, venturing into the almost deserted national park of Con Dao. Feel the wind brush through your hair as you heed the call to explore the amazing lush flora and investigate the deep jungle sounds of the island.

Many unique animals that cannot be found anywhere else in Vietnam, such as the Giant Black Squirrels, Nicobar Birds, Pied Imperial Pigeons together with the Macaques swinging high in the trees, call Con Dao their home.
This easy paced cycle tour is perfect for those who want the great outdoors, without breaking too much of a sweat.

For the Trail Blazers, challenge yourself with the longest and hardest trekking trail in Con Dao. A 2.5 km coastal walk along Vong beach will lead you to the verdant tropical rainforests, before raising your heartbeat with an almost-60-degree incline. Stop and admire the views, as the curious Curved-Toe Geckos marvel at your adventurous spirit, and the Macaques call out to you from the treetops above.

Work your way down to a deserted beach, set in complete solitude as you dip in the crystal-clear waters with a myriad of colorful pebbles, while we arrange you an energizing picnic lunch, before heading back, the easy way!

Finish every day of adventure at Six Senses Con Dao, winding down in the
Six Senses Spa set overlooking the ocean with uninterrupted views.

Whether it’s a sunset yoga class, or a deep tissue massage, our therapists will be on hand to give you back energy once lost to these exhilarating jungle moments!

As the evening draws in, dine under the stars at By the Beach restaurant with the local catch of the day and toast to your adventures, before retiring to your private pool villa for the deepest, soundest sleep yet.

Con Dao, Vietnam – January 2021: Six Senses Con Dao prepares to bid farewell to the Year of the Rat and welcome in the Year of the Ox with hopeful greetings. A teeming host of activities are ready for those looking for an exclusive tropical island resort to spend the very first days of the new Lunar Year with families and loved ones.

Start the day by hopping on the speedboat and set sail to some of the most stunning snorkel spots with colorful coral reefs around Con Dao or grab a fishing rod and showcase your reeling skills. For those that prefer a little morning stretching, the yoga classes offer several exercises that fill up energy for the whole day and allow a photo opportunity of that perfect yoga pose for Instagram. Others can just laze around and relax on the beach or by their private villa pool, basking in the first sunshine of the Lunar New Year.

Children will enjoy a variety of complimentary workshops, such as creating art from tree leaves to making traditional face masks with recycled paper, which not only helps them develop a sense of love for nature, but also guarantees fun for all. For adults, prepare to be swept off your feet, quite literally, with team sport activities such as volleyball, beach basketball, or kayak and paddle board with the waves. For more serene activities, the Spa awaits with daily meditation & therapy centered around ancient traditions, synonymous to the Six Senses brand.

Guests can end the perfect day at the Happy Tet Hour at Elephant Bar, adding to the dramatic dusk scenery with a refreshing signature cocktail, before settling down under the stars for an iconic Jungle Movie.

On New Year’s Eve, join the countdown celebrations in the quaint town of Con Dao, for a firework show and take in many traditional street activities that mark the start of the Year of the Ox on the island.

The Resorts very own Guest Experience Makers are on hand to arrange a join-in or private tour around the island including excursions to the Flower Market, Phi Yen temple, Van Son pagoda and other sacred historical sites for those hoping to pray for health and good fortune for the New Year

Throughout this sacred time, the resort also invites guests to experience an authentic New Year routine with traditional Lion Dance performances, bringing smiles and luck for all the year round.

What would Tet be without its traditional delicacies? Head for the Chefs kitchen where families can create unforgettable moments and enjoy a Bánh Chưng Workshop, one of the traditional dishes of the Tet season. Learn how to assemble the delicious leaf-wrapped pork, sticky rice, and green bean envelopes, and even take home the recipe. On February 14, coinciding with Valentine’s Day, Six Senses Con Dao’s heralded beach front kitchen comes alive with a lavish Vietnamese BBQ featuring Con Dao’s freshest seafood and other traditional Vietnamese dishes for Tet such as Sticky Rice Cake (Bánh Chưng), Pork Stew with Egg (Thịt kho trứng), and whole steamed chicken (Gà hấp nguyên con).

An escape to the pristine Six Senses Con Dao for Lunar New Year offers guests a chance to disconnect from everyday life and reconnect with Mother Nature and enjoy timeless traditions that are remembered for a lifetime.

Let us look back and be grateful for past blessings and look forward to a brighter year together.

Con Dao, Vietnam – November 13, 2020, Con Dao National Park has been officially recognized as a member of the Indian Ocean-Southeast Asia (IOSEA)*, becoming the 11th member of the marine turtle conservation international network. The recognition honors great efforts to promote biodiversity conservation from Vietnam’s authority, while confirming strong commitment to protect the country’s rare species, particularly demonstrated in the turtle conservation in Con Dao region.

Nguyen Khac Pho, director of Con Dao National Park, said conservation efforts require the participation of both scientists and businesses in order to develop ecological tourism in a sustainable manner. Many firms have joined with Con Dao National Park to work together and protect the marine turtle species in an effective manner.

In collaboration with Con Dao National Park, Six Senses Con Dao’s own incubation center “Let’s Get Cracking” has since been home to many new turtle hatchings, with 2020 seeing a high successful hatching rate, 43 nests delivered to the resort for custodianship and over 2,095 turtles successfully hatching and released to the ocean. For the past 3 years, there have been 173 nests with 7,860 critically endangered newly hatched green sea turtles. With an average hatching rate of 80%, it represents the careful and consistent effort that Six Senses Con Dao has in the conservation of these precious species.

Six Senses Con Dao’s demonstrated commitment to sustainability has also been recognized as one of the world’s top eco lodges by many leading publications. Directly in front of the resort is a prime habitat and feeding grounds, the only place where protection is enforced for the small marine population that resides around Con Dao Islands.

Consistent with the resolve of the world-leading luxury hotel group, Six Senses Con Dao develops and invites guests to share the responsibility to offset carbon footprint, while still experiencing the total indulgence of “Sustainable Luxury”.

Six Senses Con Dao works with ecologically minded suppliers to support the mission in making the resort virtually plastic free, maintaining clean ocean and land for the turtle nests, while educating local children with the weekly environmental and English class programs. There are programs in place to conserve energy, keep packaging to an absolute minimum, or to reuse and recycle. The resort manages its own reverse osmosis plant and crystal water refinery, producing high quality drinking water without the use of plastic bottles. An organic vegetable garden also supports self-sustained food and beverages in the resort, drastically reducing the environmental footprint.

Committed to sustainability and its obligation to the environment and the community, Six Senses Con Dao has a long-term plan to restore the surrounding nature to its pristine condition, and to enhance the guest experience by simply reconnecting with nature and the world around them, starting with the precious sea turtles.

(*) Source: Con Dao Park officially joins IOSEA turtle conservation network

In the exclusive island paradise of Con Dao, rests the luxury retreat of Six Senses Con Dao, a perfect destination to unwind after the up’s and down’s of 2020.

Together with untouched and breath-taking scenery, the eco-friendly resort pulls in guests with its award-winning spa, wellness-infused therapies and enriching sustainable activities. It’s time to hit the pause button, reconnect to your soul and the world around you.

Looking out at the curve of the turquoise bay, sheltered among a green forest of Lo Voi Mountain, the hidden paradise is just a 45 minutes flight from Ho Chi Minh City or 2 hours from Ha Noi, Hai Phong, Vinh, yet it can make you feel like you are worlds away. This season, Six Senses Con Dao invites you to come away on a journey of “Wellness Retreat”, to rebalance and reenergize your mind, body, and soul on a 2-night stay of personalized wellness therapies.

Arriving at Six Senses Con Dao, you will be welcomed by our expert Ayurveda practitioner, who will guide you to listen to the needs of your mind and body, and see what’s missing within; thus begins the journey of restoration.

Over the course of two days, take time to reconnect as you and loved ones enjoy the Holistic Therapy and Indian Head Massage from our skilled therapists. Discover Yogic Sleep, a practice that combines a number of gentle stretching yoga poses, to enhance your nervous system, reduce stress levels and encourage restorative sleep. As you reach the deepest level of tranquility through the private guided meditation session, your body and mind will develop more strength, flexibility and mental clarity, thus reward the soul with an absolute sense of inner peace.

Your wellness retreat ends with the “Singing Bowl Therapy”, a unique soul healing session to remove any tension and balance your inner energy. The singing bowl gives off vibrations that carry a rich deep tone when played, producing a soundwave that clear the minds, free up negative energy so jubilation can take over, getting you ready for an array of exciting beach activities.

A variety of non-motorized water sports are set ready for you to dive in, both on the water and in the ocean, such as beach volleyball, paddle board and kayaking. You and your loved ones can bond through a number of Earth Lab workshops, where you can make your own coconut oil or learn about the Resort’s organic vegetable gardens and have a sense of laughter, feeding the free-range chickens!

Your two-night stay in an exclusive Villa with an ocean view infinity pool, is most calming place for restfulness, under the stars with the sound of the waves and waking up to a sun-drenched sky, before a bountiful fresh organic breakfast in By the Beach restaurant.

Six Senses Con Dao “Wellness Retreat” is the perfect remedy to end the year, you may find yourself totally anew, with better mood and emotional control and a great sense of connection with your inner self.

Visit our website to find out more about the offer: www.sixsensescondao.com/offers/wellness-retreat/

The Mid-Autumn Festival is always a special occasion not only for children but also a time for family members to gather together, enjoy delicious moon cakes and give each other meaningful wishes.
This year, experience uninterrupted moon-watching amongst the secluded and unspoiled nature of Con Dao Island.

Arriving at Six Senses Con Dao this season, you will be greeted by our hosts and escorted to your private pool villa. Here, traditional local moon cakes and green tea are served, for your loved ones to enjoy as you soak in the ocean views.

Relax after tea at Six Senses Spa, a time for reconnection, as you and loved ones together discover the power of a true healing touch from our skilled therapists. This Mid-Autumn season, enjoy longer relaxation with our special spa offer.  The next morning, join the Hatha Yoga session and learn how to develop strength, flexibility and mental clarity, while at noon if you stay 2 nights you will be treated to the “Singing Bowl Therapy”, a unique way to relieve stress and balance your inner energy. The singing bowl gives off vibrations that carry a rich deep tone when played, producing a soundwave that clear the mind, free up negative energy so jubilation can take over, getting you ready for an array of exciting activities.

Here, you can go for a dive, take a stroll underwater to visit the stunning coral reefs, alongside sea turtles, rays, bamboo sharks; or you can choose one of the many beaches for a private picnic, or snorkel in the crystal-clear waters. Be swept into the fun with team sport activities such as volleyball, beach basketball, or kayak and paddle board with the waves. Family members can also bond through a number of Earth Lab workshops, where you can take home your own coconut oil or organic hand sanitizers. Not only grown-ups will enjoy the activities here, the “little masters” will also find themselves having memorable and endless fun. “Grow With Six Senses” will provide exciting games, both indoor and outdoor throughout the stay.

When the sun sets, our festive lanterns glitter as you gather with loved ones at By The Beach restaurant. Chef has prepared a special Mid-Autumn feast with the freshest seafood in Con Dao and delectable Australian beef.

End the day on a high note with hot popcorn and cool delicious drinks, when the whole family enjoys a favorite movie at Jungle Cinema.

Break away from the restlessness and indulge with your loved ones on one of the most exclusive beaches at
Six Senses Con Dao; for Mid-Autumn has been always been a time for family.

Visit our website to find out more about the offer: www.sixsensescondao.com/offers/mid-autumn-retreat/