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Hoi An, Phong Nha among Vietnam’s 10 most welcoming tourist destinations

Hoi An, Phong Nha among Vietnam’s 10 most welcoming tourist destinations Foreign tourists inside En Cave in Phong Nha-Ke Bang in Quang Binh Province Hoi An ancient town, famous for its tranquil atmosphere, topped the list of 10 most welcoming tourist destinations in Vietnam, followed by Phong...

Hue island ideal for coral reef exploration (Vietnam)

Hue island ideal for coral reef exploration Chao (Pan) Island in Thua Thien-Hue Province is home to 140 species of coral and boasts white sandy beaches with crystal blue waters ideal for overnight camping. Located at the foot of Hai Van Peak, the island, around 10 nautical miles from Lang Co Bay...

Two resorts worth a try on your Quang Binh (Vietnam) cave expedition

Two resorts worth a try on your Quang Binh (Vietnam) cave expedition With Quang Binh Province famed for its cave tours, named among best travel experiences by global travel sites, here are two ideal resorts near Phong Nha-Ke Bang National Park. For many tourists on cave tours to Son Doong, Tu Lan...

Northern mountainous village gets a blooming whitewash

Northern mountainous village gets a blooming whitewash Every March, a village in the northern mountainous province of Son La dons a picturesque garb of white blooms, courtesy of docynia indica (son tra, Assam apple) trees. At this time of the year, in Nam Nghiep Village, Muong La District,...

Luxury package tours in Vietnam of Inbound Vietnam Travel

Luxury package tours in Vietnam of Inbound Vietnam Travel Inbound Vietnam Travel’s strategic products are luxury package tours in Vietnam and express entry visa services to welcome international tourists. Viet International Travel and Trade Development Co., Ltd, with the brand name ViTravel and...

Da Nang-Ly Son high speed boat sets sail

Da Nang-Ly Son high speed boat sets sail A high-speed boat departs from the Han River in Da Nang City to Ly Son Island A high-speed boat service from Da Nang to Ly Son Island was officially launched Tuesday to meet increased tourism demand. The 44.7-meter-long boat, operated by transport company...

Two Vietnam hotels among Asia’s best

Two Vietnam hotels among Asia’s best An outdoor swimming pool at Four Seasons The Nam Hai Resort in Hoi An. American magazine Fodor’s Travel included Four Seasons The Nam Hai in Hoi An and Sofitel Legend Metropole in Hanoi among 14 top hotels in Asia. Spread over 35 hectares,...

Ha Long to launch nightlife cruise service

Ha Long to launch nightlife cruise service Tourist boats on Ha Long Bay in Quang Ninh Province Quang Ninh, home to world famous Ha Long Bay, would debut its nightlife cruise service at Ha Long International Passenger Port from Thursday night to revive its tourism industry. Thirty tourist boats, all...

Hanoi trees take on autumn hues in March

Hanoi trees take on autumn hues in March It’s not autumn, but many trees lining streets in downtown Hanoi have begun changing colors and shedding their leaves, casting shades of yellow and red all over the place. At the beginning of March, the leaves of Madagascar Almond trees along Buoi,...

Explore Nha Trang cuisine for $20

Explore Nha Trang cuisine for $20 Popular culinary addresses in the central beach town Nha Trang come with affordable prices. The whole package costs around VND500,000 ($21.87) and can be tried in one day. Mini pancakes Tourists can start a new day with mini pancakes (banh can), a southern...

My Son Sanctuary lights up with Cham dances and songs

My Son Sanctuary lights up with Cham dances and songs UNESCO-recognized My Son Sanctuary glowed resplendent Thursday night as around 200 artistes performed Cham dances with lighting effects for the first time. “The My Son Sanctuary Legendary Night” was part of activities organized by...

7 superb seaside resorts on Phu Quoc Island

7 superb seaside resorts on Phu Quoc Island If you plan to visit Phu Quoc Island, here’s a list of seven luxury beach resorts worth your consideration. Stretching along Long Beach at the northern tip of Phu Quoc Island off the Mekong Delta province of Kien Giang, Vinpearl Phu Quoc...

Hue set for Hung Kings holiday rush

Hue set for Hung Kings holiday rush The Imperial Citadel, a popular tourist attraction in Hue, is seen from above. With beautiful weather and many sports and tourism events scheduled, Hue in central Vietnam is expected to see tens of thousands of visitors during the three-day Hung...

Government plans tourism upgrades on Con Dao Island

Government plans tourism upgrades on Con Dao Island Con Dao Islands with crystal-clear water is captured from above. The government plans major upgrades of facilities and infrastructure on Con Dao Island towards making it a “regional level eco-tourism area.” Under adjustments made...

Hanoi launches luxury cruise tour on Red River

Hanoi launches luxury cruise tour on Red River A luxury cruise ship on the Red River in Hanoi, April 2 2022. A new cruise tour on Hanoi’s Red River was launched Saturday as part of efforts to diversify the tourist experience post-pandemic. The tour run by AClass Cruises Group can...

A course to enjoy Ha Long Bay without a cruise

A course to enjoy Ha Long Bay without a cruise It’s an image that has become synonymous with Vietnam’s stupendous scenic beauty – the limestone karsts and isles magically rising out of green, placid waters in Ha Long Bay. The limelight that the spectacular UNESCO World Heritage Site...

An inundated beauty undulates in northern steppe

An inundated beauty undulates in northern steppe The Dong Lam Steppe in the northern province of Lang Son unveils a completely different beauty when the grasslands are flooded. A panoramic view of Dong Lam, an ecological area of around 100 hectares to the north of Huu Lien Commune during the...

Sau Village a rare vestige of rural charms

Sau Village a rare vestige of rural charms Sau Village is a rarity in Vietnam. Around 200 families live almost untouched by rampant urbanization. Visit before it disappears into the mists of time. Award winning photographer Nguyen Huu Thong, a native of the northern province of Bac Giang...

Hoi An enjoys tourism revival with return of foreign visitors

Hoi An enjoys tourism revival with return of foreign visitors The family of American vlogger Rocio Ocampo (2nd, L) take a photo by a green rice field in Hoi An ancient town, April 2022. Photo courtesy of Rocio Ocampo The UNESCO heritage site of Hoi An has been witnessing an inbound tourism...

Homestay the mainstay of Hmong village

Homestay the mainstay of Hmong village Several Hmong families in a Ha Giang village on the China border are cashing in on its popularity by turning their homes into homestay facilities. Located at the foot of Ma Pi Leng mountain pass in the northern highlands province of Ha Giang, the Pa Vi...

Aerial pictures present diverse charms of Quy Nhon

Aerial pictures present diverse charms of Quy Nhon A series of bird’s eye view photographs by Quy Nhon native Nguyen Phan Dung Nhan captures various attractive facets of the south central town. Under the Tam Toa mountain range on Phuong Mai Peninsula, the Hai Minh fishing village is home to...

A full guide to Vietnam’s northern border province

Home to a UNESCO-recognized geopark and Southeast Asia’s largest waterfall, Cao Bang remains off the beaten track and less busy than neighboring Sa Pa or Ha Giang. BEST TIME TO VISIT The cool climate of Cao Bang Province that borders China ensures that you can come here all year round. The...

Discovering the charms of Hue

Discovering the charms of Hue Hue, the capital of Vietnam’s last feudal rulers, the Nguyen Dynasty, has long been known for royal palaces and tombs but also has hidden charms to offer tourists. BEST TIME TO VISIT The best time to visit Hue is between January and April, when temperatures range...

Five fantastic places to stay in Cat Ba

Five fantastic places to stay in Cat Ba There are 367 islands in the stunning archipelago in the southeast of Lan Ha Bay, but one stands out for both its size and popularity: Cat Ba Island. The town of Cat Ba in northern Vietnam is surrounded by limestone rocks with multiple ferry ports to whisk...