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No more free admission to Ghenh Da Dia volcano rock

Tourists now have to pay a fee to visit Phu Yen Province’s major attractions, Ghenh Da Dia volcanic rock in An Ninh Dong Commune, Tuy An District, and Bai Mon-Mui Dai Lanh area in Dong Hoa District.

Vietnam among top 7 popular travel destinations for 2016

 Stuff - a New Zealand news website- has revealed top 6 popular travel destinations for 2016. Accordingly, Vietnam got the second place in the list with positive remarks like unspoilt landscapes, friendliest locals, and finest cuisines.

Chinese tourists flock to Nha Trang

VietNamNet Bridge - The number of Chinese tourists to the coastal city of Nha Trang in 2015 reached 180,000, an increase of 5.4 times compared to 2014 (33,000 people), reported the provincial Department of Culture, Sports and Tourism.

Image: Delicious breakfast at Cai Rang floating market

If you have a chance to visit Cai Rang floating market in Vietnam’s southern Can Tho province, you should not miss a breakfast on boat. It is such a memorable experience!

10 Vietnam travel experience tourists must try

 VietNamNet Bridge - Here are 10 fun and exciting experiences that visitors should definitely try in Vietnam.

AEC brings opportunities, challenges for Vietnam’s tourism

 The ASEAN Economic Community (AEC) officially came into being on December 31, opening up opportunities for more intensive cooperation in various areas among member countries.

In pictures: Hoi An all decked out in lanterns for New Year 2016

Taking a stroll amidst a sea of dazzling and glittering colourful lanterns, symbolizing good fortune and prosperity, never fails to capture the magic and energy of the fabulous New Year holiday season in Hoi An.

10 Hanoi restaurants with good reviews on TripAdvisor

 VietNamNet Bridge - TripAdvisor has suggested restaurants in Hanoi that are favored by many international travelers thanks to quality food and services.

Rowing, passing monkey bridges in U Minh Thuong

VietNamNet Bridge - U Minh Thuong forest in the southern province of Kien Giang is classified as a rare, specific type of forest in the world. It has been recognized as a heritage park in Southeast Asia.

Foreign arrivals to Vietnam drop first time since ‘09

 International visitors to Viet Nam witnessed a modest year-on-year decrease of 0.2 per cent to 7.94 million in 2015, the latest report from the General Statistics Office (GSO) reveals.

Vietnam becomes attractive destination for Russian tourists

Vietnam has emerged as one of the attractive destinations for Russian holiday-makers. 

Vietnam Airlines welcomes 160 millionth passenger

 Vietnam Airlines’ 160 millionth passenger – a Republic of Korea citizen – landed at Noi Bai airport on December 27.

Hue golden tourism week promotions announced

 The Hue Monuments Conservation Centre in the central province of Thua Thien-Hue announced the 2016 Golden Tourism Week promotional programmes on December 26.

Foreign tourists harassed by Hanoi street vendors

 It was around 11 am on December 4 and a German visitor was sitting on a bench by Hanoi’s West Lake holding a small plastic bag containing some bananas.

Vietnam tourism achieves high growth rate

 The growth rate of Viet Nam's tourism sector was higher than its targets the last five years in terms of volume of tourists, revenue and facilities.

Ha Long boat catches fire, no injuries

 A tourist cruise burst into fire yesterday on its route running around famous Ha Long Bay. All 25 people on board were safely evacuated.

Airlines partner with travel firms to woo guests

 Local airlines have extended cooperation with travel firms to offer promotional tours next year given a strong increase in guests this year.

Exhibition showcases Da Lat City souvenirs

  An exhibition zone displaying more than 1,000 ancient Da Lat City souvenirs was inaugurated by Lam Dong Province's Culture Centre in Ly Tu Trong Street cultural centre on December 22.

Vietnam’s first wildlife park launched in Phu Quoc Island

 The Vingroup officially opened the wildlife conservation park Vinpearl Safari in Phu Quoc island in the southern province of Kien Giang on December 24.

Vietnam aviation sector braces for New Year rush

Ho Chi Minh City's Tan Son Nhat International Airport and airlines have begun to implement decongestion measures to cope with the expected rush during Lunar New Year in early February.