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Ba Na Hills - "city in clouds"

The toruism site with the romantic beauty of an ancient European architectural style at the top of Ba Na hill has become a destination of choice for visitors going to the central city of Da Nang.

Ho Chi Minh City asked to diversify tourist products in 2018

 Ho Chi Minh City has been asked to diversify tourist products and attractions to lure visitors at home and abroad. 

Tourism events in HCM City lure visitors

 A number of tourism events were held in Ho Chi Minh City in 2017, drawing crowds of visitors both at home and abroad.

Cam Thanh – Land of Coconuts in Quang Nam

 Located next to world heritage Hoi An and the world biosphere reserve Cham Islands, Cam Thanh coconut village is a popular tourist attraction, hosting thousands of foreign visitors every summer.

Vietnam among countries with lowest travel security risks

 Vietnam is one of the countries with the lowest level of travel security risk, according to the US Department of State.

Hanoi to restrict motorbikes in 2018

VietNamNet Bridge - Hanoi will strictly control motorbikes in 2018 and prohibit them in inner city areas by 2030.

Thua Thien-Hue issues code of conduct for tourists

 The Department of Tourism of the central province of Thua Thien-Hue has issued a code of conduct for tourists in Vietnamese and English.

Outbound tours popular for Tet holiday

 Travel demand for the upcoming Tet (Lunar New Year) holiday that this year begins on February 16 is expected to increase 20-30 per cent compared to last year.

Vietnam’s forgotten paradises

 The stunning scenery to be discovered in forgotten locations such as Pac Bo in Cao Bang, Mu Waterfalls in Hoa Binh, or Hon Son island in Kien Giang province, among others, has been grabbing the attention of many intrepid travellers.

Can Tho launches electric car service for tourists

 Tan Dai Phong Construction Trade Production Company last week launched an electric car service for tourists in Can Tho City, which takes in the famous tourist destinations in Ninh Kieu, Binh Thuy and Phong Dien districts.

Tour guides complain about phone and carrier requirements

 Freelance tour guides in HCMC have complained about a requirement that forces them to use smartphones and subsribe to the Viettel mobile network when joining the Vietnam Tour Guides Association.

Tour guides can continue working without affiliations

 Many provinces and cities still permit tour guides who are not yet affiliated to tourism or job placement companies or professional associations to continue working although the 2017 Law on Tourism.

Imposing Ma Pi Leng Pass in northernmost mountain region

Winding roads, terraced rice fields and Nho Que river look like picturesque seen from the peak of the Ma Pi Leng Pass in the northernmost mountain region, where travellers have enjoyable experience.

Cuttlefish cake

 Throughout the long coastline of Vietnam, cuttlefishes are everywhere. Each region has their special type of cuttlefishin different shapes or sizes. As a coastal province, Ha Long is no exception.

A more comfortable train journey along Vietnam in premium carriages

 With a view to offering train passengers a more enjoyable journey along the length of country, the Vietnam Railway Corporation will put into use six new trains built using high-grade materials and providing premium facilities.

Homestay tourism in Sa Pa attracts holidaymakers

 Among the crowds of visitors in Sa Pa district in the northern mountainous province of Lao Cai in the early days of 2018, many chose to stay at the homes of local ethnic minority people to experience the unique culture first-hand.

Vietnam Railway to pilot free meal service

 The Vietnam Railway Corporation (VNR) will begin a pilot service offering free meals to passengers to mark the addition of six new trains on the North-South line on January 10.

Vietnam’s 8 most attractive travel destinations for January

 Perfect choices for those wishing to escape the hustle and bustle of the city, Sapa, Dien Bien, Moc Chau, Gia Lai, Nghe An, Da Lat, Sa Dec, and Phu Quoc, are the eight most intriguing travel destinations in January.

Duong Lam ancient village recalls the old days

Located in Son Tay Town, 40 km to the west of Hanoi, Duong Lam village is a great destination to find peace. Once entering, visitors will feel like they’ve found another world hackening back to the old days.

Nguyet Ang, proud village of doctors

 Nguyet Ang village in Hanoi’s outlying Thanh Tri district is home to many talents who have contributed greatly to the nation. Ta Thanh Oai village and Nguyet Ang are the two doctoral villages of Thanh Tri district.