Int’l conference promotes sea-island tourism development
Tapping huge potential of sea and island tourism coupled with preserving natural landscapes was discussed at an international conference jointly held by Ton Duc Thang University and the National Penghu University of Science and Technology, Taiwan (China) on August 1.  
Viet Nam participates in World Folklore Festival
A Vietnamese art troupe, led by Director and Meritorious artist Thanh Son, is participating in the World Folklore Festival 2017, in Bistrita city, Romania, from July 27-31.
First safari opens in Ha Noi
First safari opens in Ha Noi   (Jul 31, 2017)
The first safari - Jungle Splash, opened at Bao Son Paradise Theme Park, Ha Noi, on July 29.
Over 1.98 million foreigners visit Ha Noi in seven months
Foreign tourists staying overnight at Ha Noi reached an estimated 248,000 in July, a 6.7% rise from the previous month and a 16.2% increase over a year earlier.
Da Nang to be livened up with colourful street dance festival
A street dance festival will be held in Da Nang city, from 7:30 pm to 9:30 pm on July 29, which is expected to delight visitors with cheerful music and dances.
Vietnamese Ao dai shines on Argentinean magazine
Argentina’s Diplomatics News Network has published an article by Mirta Ayala, on “ao dai”, the Vietnamese traditional costume for men and women.
Opening the 46th Meeting of ASEAN National Tourism Organisations
(TITC) – On 24 July 2017, the 46th Meeting of ASEAN National Tourism Organisations was officially launched in Flamingo Dai Lai Resort, Vinh Phuc Province, Viet Nam in the context of celebrating the 50th Anniversary of ASEAN (8 August 1967-2017).
Central Highland localities see 14 percent rise in tourism revenue
Central Highlands localities have welcomed nearly 1.9 million visitors since early this year, a rise of 9 percent year on year, with tourism revenue of over 2.9 trillion VND (127.57 million USD), up 14 percent.
Dong Thap Tourism and Culture Week 2017 to be held in December
Dong Thap Tourism and Culture Week 2017 will be held at Phuong Nam Cultural Tourism Area in the province from December 10-31, said the provincial People’s Committee.
Ha Noi sees 8 percent rise in visitors
Ha Noi has welcomed approximately 12 million visitors since the beginning of 2017, up 8 percent from the same period last year, and earned a revenue of more than 35.2 trillion VND (1.55 billion USD), up 13 percent.
Conference enhances Lao – Viet Nam tourism promotion
A Lao – Viet Nam tourism promotion conference was held in the Lao capital of Vientiane on July 19, featuring the participation of nearly 100 delegates representing tourism agencies and enterprises from the two countries.
Viet Nam’s pho, summer rolls among world’s best foods - CNN poll
"What are the world’s best foods?" CNN asked its readers on a Facebook poll.
Thanh Hoa residents welcome non-stop flights to Bangkok
Many residents of the northern province of Thanh Hoa have embraced the welcome news that Vietravel will provide non-stop flights between the Tho Xuan Airport and Bangkok.
Stewed banana with tofu   (Jul 19, 2017)
Stewed banana with tofu
Vietnamese cuisine doesn't win any points for complexity. Many of dishes can be made using materials and ingredients that can be found right in the garden, and “chuoi dau om” is one of the most popular.
Hoi An among 15 world’s best cities
The ancient town of Hoi An in the central province of Quang Nam was named among 15 best cities of the world in a recent readers’ vote of the US travel magazine Travel & Leisure.