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.
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.
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.
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.
Hoi An lanterns to light up Wernigerode
A Vietnamese lantern festival will light up Wernigerode , Germany , during the Vietnamese Culture Week from July 26 to July 28, according to the Thanh Nien (Young People) daily.
Sofitel Hotel franchise joins French music festival
More than 120 international Sofitel Luxury Hotel branches, including those in Vietnam, will play host to the French multi-genre musical celebration La Fête de la Musique on June 21.
Bac Ninh focuses on preserving cultural heritages
The northern province of Bac Ninh is showing great efforts in conserving its intangible cultural heritage, looking towards the development of cultural tourism.
Kites set to fly in Da Nang city
As many as 160 competitors will take part in the ninth International kite competition on the beach at the Victoria Hoi An Beach Resort and Spa on May 18.
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