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Vietnam among the best places to retire

 Vietnam is the second cheapest country to retire to this year, according to the latest Annual Global Retirement Index.

Quang Binh launches new tour along Gianh River

 The department of tourism for Quang Binh province has recently launched a new tour for visitors to discover the Gianh River and several of the traditional craft villages located in the central province of Quang Binh.

Unique national treasure in Giam pagoda

Giam Pagoda in Cam Giang district, Hai Duong province currently preserves a wooden tower called Cuu Pham Lien Hoa (nine-storey lotus tower).

VASCO to operate Vinh-Da Nang air route

 Vietnam Air Services Company (VASCO) said that it will operate flights between Nghe An province’s Vinh city and Da Nang city from February 15.

First flight on Hanoi-Manila route to take off on March 31

 The first direct flight linking Hanoi to the Philippines’ capital Manila will take off on March 31, aiming to promote tourist exchange between the two countries, Philippine Airlines (PAL) announced.

Hot-air balloon provides stunning views of southern villages

Taking a ride in a hot-air balloon provides the perfect experience to admire the stunning beauty of Vietnamese villages along the Vam Co Dong River at a height of 200 metres.

Vietnam among Rough Guide's 20 most beautiful countries

 Vietnam has been listed as one of top 20 most beautiful countries in the world by Rough Guide.

Top destinations in Vietnam for young people to visit during Tet

Vietnam boasts a range of spectacular tourist attractions where young people can enjoy a holiday getaway and pure air during the Lunar New Year festival (Tet).

Ambassador to promote Vietnam’s tourism in the RoK

 Vietnamese Tourism Ambassador to the Republic of Korea (RoK) Ly Xuong Can signed an agreement in Hanoi on January 30 with the Vietnam National Administration of Tourism (VNAT) to establish an office to promote Vietnamese tourism in the host nation. 

Airlines provide 5.5 million seats during Tet

 The number of passengers travelling by air during the Lunar New Year (Tet) holidays is forecast to rise 11 per cent compared with the same period last year, said Director of Civil Aviation Authority of Vietnam (CAAV) Dinh Viet Thang.

Bamboo Airways opens Ho Chi Minh City-Thanh Hoa air route

  Bamboo Airways – the newest Vietnamese airline – launched an air route linking Ho Chi Minh City with the central province of Thanh Hoa on January 29, with the frequency of one flight per day.

Mia Pagoda: The ancient place

 And few people know that, in the record 10 Buddhist structures of Vietnam published by the Center Book of Vietnam in 2006, Mia Pagoda is home to many art statues in Vietnam with 287 large statues.

Vietnam welcomes over 1.5 million foreign visitors in January

The number of foreign visitors travelling to Vietnam in the first month of 2019 is estimated to reach over 1.5 million, a year-on-year increase of 5%, according to the General Statistics Office.

Enjoy the unspoiled charms of Eo Gio, an arc-shaped strait in Quy Nhon

A variety of rock formations in all different shapes and sizes are covered in green moss, creating breathtaking scenery on the coastline of Quy Nhon.

Vietnam targets 18 million foreign holiday-makers in 2019

 Vietnam aims to receive about 18 million foreign visitors and 85 million domestic ones in 2019, and earn more than 700 trillion VND ($30.2 billion) from tourism, according to the Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism. 

Explore the ancient Bao Dap village

 Visiting the ancient village of Bao Dap, any visitor would be fascinated by the host of relics, temples and pagodas of the village.

Bangkok Airways to open more air routes to Vietnam

 Thailand's Bangkok Airways will launch new air services linking Thailand to Van Don District of Quang Ninh Province and to the Mekong Delta city of Can Tho.

Cruise ship offers special discount to Vietnamese tourists

 U.S.-based cruise line Princess Cruises is offering a special discount to Vietnamese tourists traveling on the Sapphire Princess, one of 17 cruise ships operated by the line. 

Tram Mountain: "Stone Plateau" in Hanoi

 Tram mountain is of moderate height, suitable for hiking and camping.

Thien Son - Suoi Nga ecotourism

 In Thien Son - Suoi Nga, you can rent a stilt house to relax and have food, or enjoy the specialties made from the forest ingredients at the restaurant. In addition, it also sells some souvenirs.