Viet Nam tops Asian region in travel growth
Viet Nam tops the Asian region, and ranks sixth out of ten countries around the world, with the strongest travel growth since the beginning of 2017, according to the latest report released by the World Tourism Organisation (UNWTO).
Khanh Hoa hopes to lure 40,000 visitors on National Day holiday
The south central province of Khanh Hoa expects to greet about 40,000 visitors in the upcoming three-day holiday on the occasion of the National Day (September 2), up 10 percent…
Vinh Moc Tunnels – An underground legend
(TITC) - Located under the basalt soil hill closing to the seashore in Vinh Linh District, Quang Tri Province, Vinh Moc Tunnels used to be the military fortress of Vinh…
Is Viet Nam a safe travel destination?
If you are wondering whether it is safe to travel to Viet Nam - the answer is a definite Yes. Viet Nam is safe for the solo, group and family travellers. Similar to most popular tourist destinations there is the risk of petty theft or scams, but there is nothing serious to stop tourists booking one of the budget-friendly to luxury Viet Nam tour packages.
Viet Nam, Kazakhstan enhance cooperation in culture and sports
Minister of Culture, Sports and Tourism Nguyen Ngoc Thien talked with Kazakh Minister of Culture and Sports Arystanbek Mukhamediuly, in Kazakhstan's capital of Astana on August 28, to boost the cooperation between the two ministries.
International visitors to Viet Nam in August estimated 1,229,163 arrivals, increase 18.5% over last month and up 35.1% over the same period last year. Total international arrivals in 8 months reached 8,472,379 arrivals, increase 29.7% over the same period last year.
Thua Thien - Hue plans ecological-spiritual resort
The Central province of Thua Thien - Hue is seeking approval from the Ministry of Construction to build an ecological and spiritual resort complex with a cable car system on Bach Ma Mountain in Phu Loc District.
Viet Nam-RoK cultural exchange organised in Seoul
A Viet Nam - Republic of Korea (RoK) cultural exchange festival was held in Seoul on August 27 to celebrate Viet Nam’s 72nd National Day (September 2, 1945) and the 25th anniversary of bilateral diplomatic ties (December 22, 1992).
Will there be a new Japanese travel wave to Viet Nam?
A number of low-cost air carriers have announced the opening of air routes between Viet Nam and Japan, while Japanese travel firms are planning to promote tours to Viet Nam, raising hope about a new wave of Japanese travelers.
The best Viet Nam tour operator
The internet has transformed the travel industry. In days gone by, people relied on a local tour operator to provide them with brochures that themselves where printed by large travel companies. The largest covered a huge number of countries across the world and their promotional expertise resulted in their growing even stronger. Those local travel agents provided a service that was essential to ordinary people.
Can Tho flares up with lantern festival
A night festival with flower garlands and coloured lanterns opened in Ninh Kieu wharf in the Mekong Delta city of Can Tho on August 19.
Buckwheat flower festival 2017 in Ha Giang province
The Buckwheat flower festival 2017 will take place in four districts, including Dong Van, Quan Ba, Yen Minh and Meo Vac, and Ha Giang city, in the northern mountainous province of Ha Giang, from October 4th to December 31st.
Ho Chi Minh City hosts Five Continents Food Festival
The Five Continents Food Festival – World Food 2017 event will take place at Hoa Lu Stadium in Ho Chi Minh City’s District 1 from October 5 to 8.
Vietnam Airlines announces “Golden Autumn 2017” program
The national flag carrier Vietnam Airlines on August 8th announced its annual “Golden Autumn 2017” program for both domestic and international routes.
Viet Nam listed in top destinations for cheap eats, lodging
Viet Nam was named among 21 destinations that cost visitors only 20 USD a day or less for food and accommodation by the US-based news website Business Insider.