More national intangible cultural heritages recognised
The Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism recently recognised several new items as national intangible cultural heritage, raising the total number to 228.
National Day celebrations focus on ethnic groups’ culture
A cultural programme will be held at the Viet Nam National Village for Ethnic Culture and Tourism in Ha Noi throughout September to celebrate the country’s 72nd National Day (September…
Vietjet to fly from Ha Noi to Yangon on late August
The low-cost carrier Vietjet Air on August 26th launched its newest international route connecting Ha Noi with Yangon at a ceremony on August 26th in Myanmar.
Taking a tour to Song Pha fruit garden in Ninh Thuan
Those who have a chance to visit the central coastal province of Ninh Thuan should make a trip to Song Pha fruit garden at the foot of Ngoan Muc Pass in Lam Son Commune, Ninh Son District.
Tasting delicious white rose cake in Hoi An
One of the best street foods in the ancient city of Hoi An in Viet Nam that visitors should not miss when traveling to this ancient town is 'Vac' cake (dubbed as White Rose), which is made from simple ingredients of rice flour and fresh shrimp.
Viet Nam promotes tourism in Australia
(TITC) – On 15 August 2017, Viet Nam National Administration of Tourism (VNAT) organized roadshow introducing Viet Nam tourism in Perth City, Australia.
Da Nang updates tourism guide phone app
The Department of Tourism of the central city of Da Nang, on August 1, updated the Da Nang FantastiCity mobile phone application, which originally helps plan tours and find tourist information in Vietnamese and English.
Rising arrivals put tourism sector under pressure
The tourism sector is tasked to lure 13-15 million foreign visitors this year, 3-5 million higher than last year. However, the increase in the number of visitors to Viet Nam has put the sector under pressure to ensure the quality of tourist destinations.
Kien Giang rakes in 97 million USD from tourism in first half
The Mekong Delta province of Kien Giang earned more than 2.2 trillion VND (around 97 million USD) from tourism services in the first half of 2017, up 20 percent against the same period last year.
Hai Phong: Local procession ritual recognised as national cultural heritage
A local festival linked with ceremonial procession in Hoang Chau island commune, Cat Hai district, the northern port city of Hai Phong, has been recognised as a national intangible cultural heritage.
Art performance celebrates Russia’s National Day in Ha Noi
An art performance marking the 27th anniversary of the Russian Federation’s National Day was held in Ha Noi on June 12.
Kien Giang strives to develop sustainable tourism
The southern province of Kien Giang has stepped up efforts to turn tourism into its key industry by 2020.
Ha Noi: International gastronomic fest to run in June
The Ha Noi food festival is scheduled for June 16 and 17 in the capital’s downtown.
Ha Noi Opera House opens for tourists
In June the Ha Noi Opera House will begin welcoming tourists to enjoy performances and learn about the building’s history and architecture.
Vietnam Airlines celebrates 10,000th international flight to Da Nang
The national flag carrier Vietnam Airlines held a ceremony to commemorate its 10,000th international flight to the central province of Da Nang on May 10.