Viet Nam needs to address visa and stay duration issues to attract more int'l visitors: Tourism committee
Among solutions to boost Viet Nam's tourism recovery post-pandemic and make it a key economic sector, it was necessary to remove institutional obstacles related to regulations on entry and exit, transit and duration of stay to make it more convenient for international tourists, said Minister of Culture, Sports and Tourism Nguyen Van Hung.
HCMC International Tourism Fair expected to attract 22,000 visitors
Yesterday, the Ho Chi Minh City Department of Tourism announced the return of the 16th Ho Chi Minh City International Tourism Fair (ITE HCMC 2022) after two years of hiatus…
Stamp collection featuring famous Vietnamese waterfalls released
A set of stamps featuring famous waterfalls in Vietnam was launched by the Vietnam Post Corporation on August 15 aiming to promote the country’s scenic landscapes among the public.
Vietnam to host Mekong Tourism Forum in October
Vietnam is scheduled to host the 2022 Mekong Tourism Forum, themed “Rebuild Tourism, Rebound with Resilience”, from October 9 – 14, the first in-person meeting of the six Greater Mekong Subregion (GMS) destinations since the pandemic began in 2019.
First-ever Namaste Vietnam Festival to take place in HCM City
Ho Chi Minh City is set to host the first-ever “Namaste Vietnam Festival" from August 12 to September 12 to mark 75 years of Indian Independence and 50 years of Vietnam – India diplomacy this year.
Exhibition spotlights Hanoi-Vientiane relationship
An exhibition highlighting the solidarity and cooperation between the capital cities of Vietnam and Laos took place in Hanoi on August 10 as part of activities to celebrate the Vietnam - Laos Solidarity and Friendship Year 2022.
Exhibition takes visitors around Indochina through archives
 Designed as a tour through television, the online exhibition entitled “Indochina – a Wonderland”, which has been launched, is an interesting journey that takes the public back to the early 20th century to learn about the destinations in Indochina during the French colonialists.  
International cruise visitors return to Ha Long Bay from October 2022
(TITC) It is expected that in early October 2022, the first superior cruise ship will return to Ha Long Bay after a long hiatus due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
Phu Yen kicks off Cultural and Tourism Week 2022
The Phu Yen Cultural and Tourism Week 2022 was launched at Nghinh Phong Square in Tuy Hoa City on July 28, with the aim to stimulate Phu Yen Province’s tourism development after being badly affected by COVID-19 pandemic.
Vietnam among eight cheapest countries for retirement worldwide
Magazine Travel + Leisure of the United States has made a list consisting of some eight countries, including Vietnam, that offer retirees an opportunity to enjoy a comfortable lifestyle and a lower cost of living.
Quang Tri Province: Kick off International Trade Fair for Greater Mekong Subregion
On 25th July, Cua Viet Tourist Area, Cua Viet Town, Gio Linh District, Quang Tri Province took place the Opening Ceremony of the International Trade Fair for Greater Mekong Subregion (GMS) - Quang Tri 2022. Mr. Ha Van Sieu, Vice Chairman of Vietnam National Administration of Tourism (VNAT) attended the event.
Strengthening Vietnam - Laos cooperation in culture, sports and tourism
On July 19, Mr. Nguyen Van Hung - Vietnam's Minister of Culture, Sports and Tourism had a meeting with Mrs. Suansavanh Viyaketh – Lao’s Minister of Information, Culture and Tourism aiming enhancing cooperation in culture, sports and tourism, promoting the relationship to deepen and reach new heights.
InterNations: Expats find it easy to settled in Vietnam
84% of expats around the world who take part in the annual Expat Insider survey are satisfied with life in Vietnam. Vietnam placed 7th out of 52 Best places to live for foreigners in 2022, up 3 places compared to last year in the same annual survey of the InterNations.
Exhibition highlights Vietnam-Laos friendship, solidarity, cooperation
An exhibition highlighting the great friendship, special solidarity and comprehensive cooperation between Vietnam and Laos was opened at the Vietnam National Museum of History in Hanoi on July 18.
Landmark tourist destinations in new Vietnam passport form
(TITC) The Ministry of Public Security will use a new passport form from 1st July 2022. The new template consists of 50 pages, printed with famous cultural heritage sites and landmarks such as Trang An Landscape Complex, Ha Long Bay, Hue Imperial Citadel, Hung Temple, Hoi An Ancient Town, My Son Sanctuary, Nha Rong Wharf, Lung Cu Flag Pole, Fansipan ... to promote the image…
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