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‘If Japan had this’: Japanese tourists praise Hanoi’s duck delicacies

During a family trip to Hanoi, a Japanese YouTuber and his relatives were charmed by Vietnam’s duck specialties, with garlic roasted duck becoming an instant favorite.

Ninh Binh attracts foreign tourists with special countryside tours

While attentively watching a chef's instructions, a foreign traveler meticulously wrapped spring rolls and put them in a pan to fry them.

Japanese diners try street dish in HCM City

Broken rice dish, priced at just VND35,000 per serving, and bitter melon soup for VND15,000, have won the hearts of Japanese travelers.

Street-side bun bo in Hanoi wins the hearts of foreign travelers

A bowl of bun bo on Luong Ngoc Quyen Street has become a treasured memory for two Western travelers, who returned to Hanoi to relive the experience.

Lithuania man returns to VN to try new, original local dishes

Returning to Vietnam after a visit to his hometown, the first thing the man did was enjoy street food dishes, including Northwestern roasted meat.

Japanese diners try famous bun cha, discover other special dishes

After trying bun cha in Hanoi, a Japanese tourist admitted that he had been wrong to think that Vietnam only had pho and banh mi, and even expressed regret for not knowing about bun cha sooner.

Two Indonesian nationals injured in hit-and-run on Nguyen Hue walking street

A young man fled the scene after his motorbike collided with two foreign women on Nguyen Hue Walking Street, leaving them injured and requiring hospitalization.

Japanese guest’s first taste of Hanoi pho ends in laughter and praise

Japanese tourists in Hanoi enjoyed their first pho experience together, laughing and marveling at the famous dish that won them over.

Brazilian supermodel to judge Mr. World 2024, embraces life in Vietnam

Brazilian-Italian supermodel Jordan Goncalves, a familiar face in Vietnamese showbiz, will join the Mr. World 2024 judging panel. He has lived in Vietnam for nearly a decade and embraced the country as his second home.

Authorities investigate death of Chinese tourist found on Phu Quy Island

A 50-year-old Chinese tourist has died in a suspected spearfishing accident on Phu Quy Island, according to local authorities.

Early morning adventures: Foreign tourist savoring Hanoi's bustling market

Exploring the vibrant Long Bien Market at dawn, a Canadian traveler enjoyed an authentic Vietnamese experience, complete with unique flavors and local hospitality.

German dad embraces VN culture through cooking, learning 50 traditional dishes

To share Vietnamese traditions with his children, German father Jens Berhausen has taken on the challenge of mastering complex Vietnamese dishes, including his favorite, pho.

Korean visitor overcomes fear to fall in love with Hanoi’s ragworm fritter

For some, Hanoi’s famed cha ruoi, made from seasonal ragworms, might seem daunting, but for Korean visitors Jaeil and Gaemi, a daring bite turned into a flavorful surprise.

Western traveler prefers two of six coffee versions sampled in Da Nang

Arriving in Da Nang, a traveler from the Netherlands who tried many local specialties found that, of them all, she liked salt coffee and coconut coffee the most.

American expat rides bicycle to Hue to try famous specialty

Dustin Cheverier traveled from the northern part of Dong Hoi City in Quang Binh to Hue City just to try a specialty that he believes "is more delicious than pho".

Foreign son-in-law speaks Vietnamese ‘as fast as wind’

Speaking Vietnamese faster than many Vietnamese, a foreign son-in-law in Hanoi has a deep understanding about Vietnamese culture and speaks the language fluently.

Australian YouTuber embraces Vietnam's coconut worm delicacies

From cocktails to live coconut worms in chili fish sauce, an Australian YouTuber shares his surprising culinary experience in Vietnam.

American woman moves back to Vietnam for her daily durian fix

An American woman’s love for durian brought her back to Vietnam, where she enjoys this creamy fruit daily.

Foreign traveler shares tips to find cheap, delicious eats in Vietnam

A traveler from the US has offered tips to have an enjoyable dining experience in Vietnam, such as choosing restaurants crowded with local diners and seeking eateries during peak hours.

Banh da cua: A must-try dish for travelers in Hanoi

Tariq, a visitor from Canada, indulged in the popular northern Vietnamese dish Banh Da Cua on the streets of Hanoi and declared it one of the finest culinary experiences in the country.