Culture and tourism week to highlight terraced rice fields in Ha Giang
The Ha Giang Provincial Department of Culture, Sports and Tourism will host a culture and tourism week from September 4 to 30 to highlight the terraced rice fields in Hoang Su Phi District.
Lao Cai among top 5 natural wonders of Southeast Asia: Forbes
Lao Cai, a mountainous region in northern Vietnam, has been recognized as one of Southeast Asia's five must-see natural wonders by US business magazine Forbes.  
Huế to rebuild royal garden alongside Perfume River
Dã Viên Cay, the most important feng shui element of the ancient Huế Citadel, is set to be reconstructed by the local government to restore it to its former glory…
Hoi An listed among top ten car-free cities in the world
The ancient beautiful city of Hoi An in the central province of Quang Nam has been ranked second among top ten most beautiful car-free cities in the world, which was announced by Australian Traveller magazine.
VNAT leader attended KOPIST High-Level Policy Forum 2021
(TITC) On June 23, in Ha Noi, VNAT’s Vice Chairman Ha Van Sieu jointed virtual KOPIST High-Level Policy Forum 2021 under the theme “Tourism Pivoting: Challenges and Opportunities”. Attending the forum were Minister of Culture, Sports and Tourism of Korea, and leaders of national tourism authorities, national tourism organizations, regional tourism organizations from 10 partner countries of Korea.
Huế to have new museum about the Hương River
A museum of ancient pottery will open at the end of this year in the central province of Thừa Thiên Huế. The museum will be filled with pieces collected by Vietnamese-born German Thái Kim Lan.
Vietnam among top destinations perfect for solo travel: Lonely Planet
Thanks for its rich and diversified culinary, Vietnam is an ideal destination for foodie travelers after Covid-19 pandemic.  
‘Workation’: The rise of a hybrid travel trend after the pandemic
According to the survey, 52% of Vietnamese travelers have already considered booking somewhere to stay in order to work from a different destination, while 57% would be willing to quarantine if they could work remotely.
Da Nang museums go digital with tech apps
There is no need to go to museums and buy entrance tickets to see artifacts, now, with just smart phones connected to the internet, netizens can enjoy exhibits wherever they are. 3D scanning technology has been put into use in the Da Nang Museum of Cham Sculpture since late September 2020 with the aim of bringing up the most authentic experience to visitors amid the…
Hanoi fosters conservation of Thang Long Imperial Citadel and Co Loa relic site
Hanoi is accelerating the conservation project implementation at the two special national relic sites of the capital city. The preservation of Thang Long Imperial Citadel and Co Loa relic site in the center of Hanoi must be drawn up with archaeological and scientific basis to reach unanimity from experts and people, Hanoi Mayor Chu Ngoc Anh has said.
VITM Hanoi 2021 to be open on late of July
On June 11, Vietnam Tourism Association (VITA) announced to organize International Tourism Mart (VITM Hanoi 2021) from July 29 to August 1, 2021.
Ca Mau tourism works to adapt to “new normal” situation
The tourism sector of the southernmost province of Ca Mau is taking measures to adapt to the “new normal” situation amid complicated development of the COVID-19 pandemic, despite the fact that it had remained free of COVID-19 so far.
Hue monuments reopen to serve tourists from 13:00 on June 11, 2021
On the morning of June 11, Hue Monuments Conservation Center announced that the reopening time to serve tourists visiting the relics of the complex of Hue monuments was from 13:00 on June 11, 2021.  
Extracting quintessence from the sea
Phu Quoc Island, in Kien Giang province, is not only famous for its beautiful natural landscape but also for its rich aquatic resources and seafood. Coming to the island, many tourists cannot afford to miss a unique experience: visiting the distilleries of the Phu Quoc fish sauce, preserving the hundred-year old traditional craft, and features the unique cultural characteristics of the islanders.
Vietnamese tourists increasingly favour sustainable tourism
Vietnamese tourists have expressed their wish to choose ecotourism (59% of participants), limit single-use plastic on flights/at lodges (57%) and encourage financial rewards for accommodation facilities that maximise energy efficiency (40%) towards more sustainable tourism in the post-COVID-19 period.
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