Frequently Asked Questions
Everything you need to know about getting to Đà Lạt and the wedding week.
Which airport should I fly into?
We recommend flying into Đà Lạt (DLI) — Liên Khương Airport, about 45 minutes from the resort. Domestic flights connect from Sài Gòn (SGN), Hà Nội (HAN), and Đà Nẵng (DND).
If you're flying internationally, Đà Nẵng (DND) is the easiest entry point — it handles more international connections and immigration tends to go smoothly. From there, a short domestic flight gets you to DLI. Flying through Hà Nội or Sài Gòn instead? We recommend purchasing a fast-pass at immigration to save time in the queue.
Feeling adventurous? An overnight luxury sleeper bus or private van from Sài Gòn or Đà Nẵng to Đà Lạt is a popular option — scenic mountain roads, and you wake up already there.
How do I get to the resort from the airport?
Download Grab before you land — it's Vietnam's ride-hailing app (think Uber), and it works seamlessly at Liên Khương Airport. A Grab XL van fits a full group and runs around $15–20 USD from DLI.
The airport also has private car services for 250,000–350,000 VND (~$10–14 USD), though these may require some Vietnamese to negotiate. Grab is the easier option for most guests.
Many of you will be landing on the same flights, so coordinate casually once you're through arrivals and share a van — it's half the fun of getting there.
What is Ana Mandara Villas Đà Lạt like?
Think mountain retreat meets French colonial glamping. Ana Mandara is a collection of restored 1920s–1940s French villas scattered across a pine-forested hillside — each one a piece of Đà Lạt's history, filled with modern comforts. Expect luxurious beds with plush linens, vintage heaters, large soaking tubs, and period-style bathrooms. Outside your door: pine trees, flower gardens, and mountain air.
The resort sits within walking distance of the city center but feels like a world apart — quiet, lush, and unhurried. Amenities include a pool, the Le Petit restaurant, daily afternoon tea service, and La Cochinne Spa for massages and treatments. It's the kind of place that makes you slow down.
A little history
Đà Lạt was founded in the late 1890s by Alexandre Yersin — a Swiss-French bacteriologist who explored the central highlands and recommended this cool plateau as a mountain retreat for French colonists. Yersin is one of the most beloved foreign figures in Vietnamese history: he co-discovered the bacterium responsible for the bubonic plague (Yersinia pestis is named after him), introduced rubber and quinine cultivation to Vietnam, and spent much of his life in the country. The villas at Ana Mandara are a direct remnant of the hill station he helped put on the map.
What's the weather like in Đà Lạt in December?
Đà Lạt is known as the City of Eternal Spring — locals say it has four seasons in a single day. Sitting at 1,500m elevation, it has a cool, misty microclimate unlike anywhere else in Vietnam. In late December, expect 15–20°C (59–68°F) — refreshingly cool by day, crisp at night.
Pack a light jacket or layer for evenings; you'll thank us. Rain is minimal this time of year, but a soft morning mist rolling over the pine hills is all part of the atmosphere.
What currency and payment methods should I use?
The local currency is the Vietnamese Đồng (VND). ATMs are available throughout Đà Lạt city — VPBank ATMs generally charge no foreign transaction fees. Credit cards are accepted at hotels and most major shops. That said, carry some cash for markets and local spots.
Quick reference: 1 USD ≈ 25,000 VND.
Do I need a Vietnam visa?
Most nationalities can apply for a Vietnam e-Visa online — it costs $25 USD and takes a few business days. Apply at least one month before you travel to avoid any last-minute stress. Apply at applyevisa.com/vietnam. If you're unsure whether your passport qualifies, check with your country's embassy or consulate.
What's included in the villa stay?
Each villa is a restored French colonial home with its own character — luxurious beds with plush linens, vintage heaters, large soaking tubs, period-style bathrooms, mini bar, bathrobes, and more. Gardens and pine trees surround each villa.
Your stay includes daily breakfast and access to the resort pool. Afternoon tea is served daily at Le Petit restaurant from 3–4pm, and the La Cochinne Spa is available for bookings throughout your stay.
For the full resort details, see the Ana Mandara website.
Who do I contact for help?
For travel planning, flights, and accommodations, reach out to our travel coordinator Jason: [email protected]. He's been instrumental in organizing everything and is happy to help.
For wedding questions, Jeremy and Ming-Sum are always reachable — details on the RSVP page.