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Spectre of dead fish scares tourists

Tourism in the four central seaside provinces faced serious business shortfalls due to many cancellations over the four-day holiday ending last Tuesday, caused by recent masses of dead fish washing up on central beaches.

Quang Ninh looks to become nation’s tourist hub

 The northern province of Quang Ninh will focus on developing tourism as a key economic sector, creating a driving force for the locality’s rapid and substantial socio-economic growth.

Robinson island in central Vietnam

 VietNamNet Bridge - About 27 km to the north of the city of Tuy Hoa (Phu Yen province), Mai Nha islet still maintains its wild beauty.

Leaf-changing season in Ba Vi National Park

 VietNamNet Bridge – The National Park of Ba Vi, Hanoi, is very beautiful in early summer.

Peacock flower road on the outskirts of Hanoi

 A road to Da Sy village on the outskirts of Hanoi seemingly become more splendid and romantic with blooming Diep (peacock) flowers, making it an ideal place for people who like to take photographs.

Interesting foreign markets in Saigon

 VietNamNet Bridge – Foreign travelers as well as Cambodians, Russians and Koreans living in Vietnam can find specialties of their home countries at these markets.

Bau Trang: a small Sahara desert in Binh Thuan

Mui Ne White Sand dunes is also known as Bau Trang (white lake). This is a famous landscape located about 30 km North East of Mui Ne Center. It is a fresh-water lake formed long ago and located amid endless sand hills.

Quang Ninh vows to ensure safety for tourists in Ha Long Bay

 The northern province of Quang Ninh is taking all possible measures to ensure absolute safety for tourists when visiting the locality, home to UNESCO-recognised world natural heritage Ha Long Bay.

Miniature of Ha Long Bay in Hanoi suburbs

Tuy Lai commune in My Duc district, Hanoi, has interwoven limestone mountains, covering hundreds of hectares, which are connected to four lakes, creating romantic landscape. This place is called “small Ha Long Bay”.

Untapped UNESCO potential

 Vietnam has 17 UNESCO-recognised sites and heritages. This reflects the beauty of Vietnam’s natural landscape and the richness of its culture.

Hoi An ancient town in 360-degree panorama pictures

In a beautiful serene location nestled on the banks of the Thu Bon River, Hoi An offers tourists a relaxed atmosphere with low, tile-roofed houses and narrow streets. Let’s check out the amazing Hoi An through 360-degree panoramic photos.

Seeking identity

 Vietnam’s tourism industry is searching for a unique image to promote itself in the international tourism market.

Vietnam investigates Chinese travelers’ complaints about airport staff

A flight from Cam Ranh Airport to Hong Kong was delayed for four hours. Chinese travellers shouted and angrily and accused airport staff of assaulting and asking for money. The airport authorities are investigating the allegations.

Con Dao in the past and present

 VietNamNet Bridge - These pictures about the past and present Con Dao will give readers an authentic look as well as the history of the famous island in Ba Ria - Vung Tau province.

Foreign airlines to offer more services to Vietnam this summer

 Foreign airlines are rolling up their sleeves to launch new services to Vietnam this summer.

Vietnam among 18 countries where you don't have to leave a tip

Vietnam is one of 18 countries in the world where leaving a tip is optional, according to Business Insider, a US business and entertainment website.

Con Dao is an ideal escape from the hot summer days

  Con Dao Island off mainland Ba Ria-Vung Tau Province is highly recommended for those wishing to escape the sizzling hot summer days in HCMC. To reach the island, tourists can either travel by air from HCMC or by water from Vung Tau City.

Mong Tay Islet – a Maldives paradise in Vietnam

VietNamNet Bridge - Lush green coconut trees, white sand and turquoise sea, a Maldives paradise in Vietnam. That’s the descriptions for Mong Tay island.

Tranh temple and the story of the Tranh River Genie

 Hai Duong province has rich historical and cultural traditions and a number of festivals that reflect folk beliefs of the Red River Delta. Tranh Temple in Ninh Giang district is a famous and holy site.

Stunted but cool Hoa Thang Plateau

VietNamNet Bridge - If you’re looking for a quiet escape, somewhere to relax, enjoy sand dunes, lagoons, swimming and fishing, Hoa Thang Palateau in Phan Thiet City, Binh Thuan Province is an ideal destination.