Nearly 2 million tourist arrivals to Thua Thien - Hue Province in nine months
(TITC) - According to statistics of the Thua Thien - Hue Province's Department of Culture, Sports and Tourism, in the first nine months of 2013, the province attracted 1.998 million tourist arrivals, reaching 79.92 percent of the target of receiving 2.5 million tourist arrivals, including over 752,000 international arrivals (from some main markets such as Thailand, France, Australia, UK, Germany).
 Hanoi's food to get Asian Record's certificates
The Asian Record's Organisation is about to grant certificates recognising three Hanoi's unique dishes for their meeting Asian culinary values.
Quang Ninh greets over 6 million tourists in nine months
In the first nine months this year, total tourist arrivals to Quang Ninh province reached more than 6 million, a year-on-year rise of 10 percent, including more than 1.8 million…
Ha Long Bay rated in the top 10 most impressive coastlines
(TITC) - Ha Long Bay (Viet Nam) has been rated in the top 10 of the most impressive coastlines on the planet by Huffington Post - the US prestige online magazine.
Tay Ninh tourism strives to become a key economic sector
(TITC) - This is one of the important goals for tourism development in the Master plan for "Tay Ninh tourism development until 2020 and vision to 2030" approved by Tay Ninh provincial People's Council in Resolution No.29/2013/NQ-HDND dated August 29, 2013.
Three tourist attractions in Sa Pa to be nominated as Viet Nam's records
(TITC) - On the occasion of the 110th anniversary of Sa Pa tourism (1903 - 2013) held on November 2nd, Lao Cai's Department of Culture, Sports and Tourism will co-ordinate with Sa Pa Dist., and relevant authorities to announce Viet Nam's records for three famous tourist attractions in Sa Pa.
Phong Nha-Ke Bang dossier compiled for UNESCO recognition for 2nd time
Under the decision of the Prime Minister, the Minister of Culture, Sports and Tourism recently signed an extended dossier with some added criteria on Phong Nha-Ke Bang National Park to submit to UNESCO for recognition as a World Natural Heritage for the 2nd time.
Non Nuoc carvers' village leaves no stone unturned
The Da Nang authorities recently asked the Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism to recognise the Non Nuoc stone carving village as a national intangible cultural heritage.
Ha Giang invests VND 66 billion in restore Dong Van ancient quarter
The northern mountainous province of Ha Giang has approved a project on the preservation and restoration of Dong Van ancient quarter with an investment of VND 66 billion.
 Vietnam's largest Xoe dance performed in Yen Bai
(TITC) - Vietnam's largest Xoe dance was a highlight of the ceremony to announce Decision approving the Project of "Promoting Nghia Lo Town as a cultural tourism destination in the 2013-2020 period" organized by the People's Committee of Nghia Lo Town (Yen Bai Province) at Nghia Lo Town Stadium on 29th Sep. 2013
Hai Phong strives for Cat Ba's World Heritage recognition
(TITC) - On 28th Sep. 2013, the People's Committee of Hai Phong City and the field evaluation mission of the International Union for Conservation of Nature, IUCN - an advisory body to the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization had a meeting to evaluate Cat Ba's nomination documents.
The thematic exhibition
(TITC) - From 8th Oct., the National History Museum will launch a display with the theme on "Asia - Cultural Diversity" to introduce ancient and unique artifacts from Asian countries.
 Southern women's costumes on display
An exhibition showcasing 200 photos and artifacts of women's costumes and jewellery from southern ethnic groups opened on October 1 in Phan Rang - Thap Cham city, Ninh Thuan province.
Cambodia's First Premium Travel and Tour Operator Launches
Vietnam-based Luxury Travel marks the debut of Cambodia's first high-end tour operator through a joint-venture. A new joint venture between a Vietnamese and Cambodian partner has taken place to promote quality tourism in the Kingdom of Cambodia as Luxury Travel Ltd. (www.luxurytravels.asia) is set to launch "Asia Premium Travel"  to promote luxury travel in the Kingdom of Cambodia as part of its expansion strategy.
 Special week to honour Vietnam's cultural identity
The "National Great Solidarity - Vietnam Cultural Heritage" Week is scheduled to be held at the Culture-Tourism Village of Vietnamese Ethnic Groups in Dong Mo, Son Tay, Hanoi from November 18 to 24.
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