Ha Noi announces establishment of Department of Tourism
(TITC) – On Sept. 21st 2015, the Ha Noi People’s Committee held a ceremony to announce the Decisions on establishment of the Department of Tourism of Ha Noi City.
“Colour me run” to take place in Ha Noi
A first ever running competition called “Colour Me Run” will be co-organised by the Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism and Pulse Active Company at the Vinhomes Riverside Eco-Urban Area, Long Bien…
“Welcome to Viet Nam” clip goes live
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MoFA) released the multilingual clip “Welcome to Viet Nam” in Ha Noi on September 21, which highlights the country’s beautiful landscapes, unique culture and 30-year…
Exhibition forges tourism connectivity among Viet Nam, Laos, Cambodia
An international exhibition to boost tourism connectivity in the Viet Nam - Laos - Cambodia development triangle area kicked off in Phan Thiet city of Viet Nam’s central Binh Thuan province on September 11.
Korean food fair held in Ha Noi
A Korean food festival will be held at Keangnam Landmark in Ha Noi on September 12-13.
Hai Van Pass, a challenge for new and experienced bikers
The 24km scenic and zigzagging road of the Hai Van Pass is always a favourite of motorbike adventurers.
China Eastern Airlines to launch direct flights to Viet Nam
The Civil Aviation Administration of Viet Nam has issued permits allowing China Eastern Airlines to offer direct flights connecting Ha Noi and Ho Chi Minh City to Kunming (China).
Viet Nam – Japan Festival kicks off in Da Nang
The Viet Nam-Japan Culture and Food Festival 2015 was officially opened at the central Da Nang City's Administrative Centre Park on August 28.
Viet Nam, Cambodia, Thailand join hands to boost sea tourism
Tourism officials from Cambodia, Thailand and Viet Nam have agreed to build a sea tourism package programme connecting tourism sites in the southern ends of the three countries.
Dray Nur Waterfall - symbol of beauty in the Central Highlands
With its romantic mysterious beauty, Dray Nur Waterfall in Dak Lak Province is closely associated with many legends of the Central Highlands. The waterfall has become a popular tourist destination.
Endless sand dunes offer moments of tranquility on Ninh Thuan coast
It is impossible to leave footprints on sand dunes, as the wind quickly blows them away. Standing atop the Nam Cuong sand dunes, I felt the wind blow my worries away just as easily.
Rare frog dishes of Tay people in Lao Cai
Hiu hiu, Johns’ groove-toed frog or Johns’ frog in English, is a rare frog species in Viet Nam which can be found at streams in mountainous areas in the northwestern region.
Back to nature at Van Long reserve
Around 80 kilometers from Ha Noi, Van Long Nature Reserve in Gia Van Commune, Gia Vien District, Ninh Binh Province is as beautiful as a painting.
“Then” singing seeks UNESCO recognition as cultural heritage
The Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism has passed an overall plan to compose a national dossier to nominate “Then” singing of the Tay, Nung and Thai ethnic groups as intangible cultural heritage of humanity.
Cable car system to be built in Phu Quoc
The People’s Committee of Kien Giang Province has approved a project on building a cable car system linking An Thoi Town and Hon Thom Isle on Phu Quoc Island, a district of the province.