Spain supports Vietnam's sustainable tourism development
Spain has helped Vietnam develop its tourism in a sustainable manner and in line with set orientations, according to participants at a ceremony in Hanoi on May 21. This was clearly shown in a Spanish-funded project to enhance Vietnam's tourism competency in realising its tourism development strategy in the 2011-2020 period, with a vision to 2030, they said.
 Russia sends most foreign tourists to Khanh Hoa
As of April 2013, the total number of tourists to the central coastal province of Khanh Hoa reached 220,000. Of this, Russia led the market with nearly 40,000 tourists, a…
 Museum to revive Pho Hien's old days
More than 10,000 objects and documents featuring the historical and cultural values of Pho Hien (Hien Street) in the Red River Delta province of Hung Yen are expected to be…
Mai Chau among top 10 awesome cultural tours
Mai Chau, located in northern Hoa Binh province, has been included in the US-based Business Insider's top 10 incredible places for cultural tours.
Vietnam, Russia boost tourism cooperation
Deputy Minister of Culture, Sports and Tourism Ho Anh Tuan have met with President of the Russian Federal Agency for Tourism Alexander Radkov to discuss measure to strengthen cooperation in tourism.
Mekong Delta launches tourism promotion campaign
Hanoi hosted the May 16 launch of a promotional campaign from Mekong Delta tourism in the hope of attracting more domestic and international visitors to the region.
Nepal - new destination for Vietnam tourists
The Tourism Board and Association of Travel Agents of Nepal hosted a seminar in Hanoi on May 15 promoting tourism in Nepal.
City to introduce seven river tours this month
HCMC this month will officially introduce seven river tours departing from Bach Dang Wharf in District 1 to tourist sites along the city's rivers.
Cai Luong performances celebrate Vietnam-Japan ties
A large number of overseas Vietnamese (OV) gathered in Atsugi city, Kanagawa prefecture, Japan on May 12 to enjoy renowned Cai Luong (reformed theatre) pieces performed by famous artists from Vietnam.
Film to mark Vietnam-Japan ties
Vietnam Television (VTV) and Tokyo Broadcasting System (TBS) will jointly shoot a film in June and July this year as a gift to Vietnamese and Japanese audience on the occasion of the 40 th anniversary of bilateral diplomatic ties.
Vietnam-RoK contemporary paintings on display
Contemporary paintings of Vietnam and the Republic of Korea (RoK) are on display at Han Hyang-lim Ceramics Museum in the RoK's city of Paju.
Don's Tay Ho among Asia's 50 best restaurants
Canadian Ambassador to Vietnam Deborah Chatsis has congratulated Don's Tay Ho in Hanoi for being listed among Asia's 50 Best Restaurants in 2013 as well as for winning last March's San Pellegrino Award in Singapore for Vietnam's Best Restaurant.
European food fest to hit Hanoi
The 2013 European Food Festival will spice up the capital on May 18.
Photo contest
The Vietnamese Student Association chapter in northwestern France, under the Vietnam Student Association in France (UEVF), has organized a photo contest "A Glimpse of Vietnam in France".
Italian TV game show promotes Vietnam's tourism
Eight Italian couples are participating in a game show organised by the European country's RAI Television (RAI TV) which introduces various localities in Vietnam.
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