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Con Dao among scariest places in Asia: CNN

 VietNamNet Bridge - CNN has listed 10 places where travellers feel a chill upon their visits. Con Dao Prison in Vietnam is also in this list.

The suite where President Obama to stay at in HCM City tonight

 VietNamNet Bridge - The US President Obama will stay at the Presidential Suite on the 20th floor of the Intercontinental Asiana Saigon to night. Let's take a look at the room.

Quiet, romantic places in Da Lat

VietNamNet Bridge - Langbiang plateau, the national park of Bidoup and Pongour waterfall are must-see  tourist sites in Da Lat City.

Quang Ninh told to drastically address tourism flaws

 Authorities of the northern province of Quang Ninh have been requested to better ensure tourists’ safety and quality of services, a move following several accidents and mismanaged services there.

The hotel in Hanoi where President Obama stays at

VietNamNet Bridge - During his two days in Hanoi, President Obama and his entourage stay at the luxurious suite at the JW Marriott Hotel Hanoi.

The most beautiful destinations in Lai Chau

VietNamNet Bridge – Besides O Quy Ho Pass, travelers are also attracted by the Muong Thanh green fields and the picturesque Pu Dao village.

US President may visit Ngoc Hoang Temple

Ngoc Hoang (Jade Emperor) is a pagoda more than 100 years old in District 1, Ho Chi Minh City. US President Barrack Obama may visit the temple on the afternoon of May 24. Let’s view the temple through pictures.

Australian tourist mixed feelings about Hoi An

After working in broadcast journalism for a decade in Australia, Michael Turtle left Sydney to travel the world and write about his discoveries, Hoi An ancient town in central Vietnam is one of them. Below is his article about Hoi An.

Unique motels in Da Lat

VietNamNet Bridge – Visiting the city of flowers, travelers will not only see beautiful flower fields, but  many famous sights, including strange motels.

5 ancient gates in Hanoi and traces of Thang Long Citadel

VietNamNet Bridge – Making a tour to the five ancient gates and the ruins of the ancient Thang Long Citadel in Hanoi makes an interesting afternoon for travelers.

Nuoc Mooc Stream – a fairyland in Quang Binh

Quang Binh is famous for Ngang Pass, Nhat Le Sea and the world heritage Phong Nha - Ke Bang National Park. These days, tourists to the province can discover one more attractive destination: Nuoc Mooc Stream.

Foreign airlines add direct services to Vietnam this summer

 A number of foreign airlines are scheduled to open direct flights to Vietnam this summer as demand for air travel to the country is on the rise.

24 hours exploring pristine Bung Thi forest

VietNamNet Bridge - Driving on a sandy path, across the dry grassland, dodging amidst thorny shrubs, tourists can have memorable experiences while exploring the forest of Bung Thi.

Hanoi lures visitors with new tourism products

 Hanoi has been building new tourism products to lure more domestic and foreign visitors to the capital city, affirming its position as a tourism centre of the country, said the municipal Department of Tourism.

Brand name for central coastal tourism launched

“The Essence of Vietnam” will be the common tourism brand of three central coastal localities namely Thua Thien-Hue, Quang Nam and Da Nang.

Son Doong tour by ambassadors through photos

The journey in Son Doong by a group of ambassadors and the US Assistant Secretary of State ended successfully. All travelers commented that Son Doong is stunning and indescribable.

Abandoned park in Hue becomes famous

VietNamNet Bridge – The abandoned water park in Hue City is attracting tourists more than ever since its image appeared in foreign newspapers and travel websites.

Hoi An Market among the world’s most tantalising food markets

 VietNamNet Bridge - According to Lonely Planet, Hoi An market, Tsukiji fish market and Borough market are the food paradises that appeal to both locals and tourists.

Chinese tourists top list of foreign visitors to Khanh Hoa

 Visitors from China topped the list of foreign tourists to the southern central province of Khanh Hoa in the first three months of 2016 with more than 107,000 arrivals.

Quang Binh suffers 50% fall in tourist income due to massive fish deaths

 Quang Binh Province People's Committee have suggested that local businesses could afford to cut their charges for goods and services from between 30 to 50 percent.