Ho Chi Minh City has ranked third on a list of the best destinations in Asia this year from renowned travel guide site Lonely Planet.

As local snack food is the quintessence of Vietnamese cuisine, Khoaikhau.vn introduces a list of snack food from different parts of the nation.

Phu Quoc Island has attracted travelers to its beautiful beaches and exciting adventures such as coral reef diving, enjoying the picturesque sunsets and visiting the Safari zoo.

 The first episode of a documentary programme on a north-south journey throughout Vietnam by train was aired on the evening of July 16.

 The US newspaper Newsweek has listed Ha Long Bay of Vietnam among the Top 100 most beautiful UNESCO World Heritage Sites, which include both natural and man-made wonders.

Twilight Sky Bar and Diamond Sky Bar are 2 luxury bars visitors should not miss while visiting Hanoi’s Old Quarter as they can enjoy a delicious cocktail while looking out on the city’s skyline.

 With its cultural diversity and beautiful landmarks, the central region is an ideal location for the homestay model.

Ninh Thuan has emerged as an attractive destination for those who want to explore and experience the daily activities of locals.

 The 2-million-USD deal between Hanoi and the US television network CNN from 2017 – 2018 has spurred international tourist arrivals to the capital city over the past year.

 Typical Vietnamese dishes like “phở” noodle soup, spring rolls, summer rolls, and sandwiches called “banh my” are now available in many restaurants across Russia.

 Hue is home to not only Vietnam’s last ruling monarchy in 143 years, but also to a number of priceless tangible and intangible heritages such as palaces, royal tombs, garden houses, art forms and royal cuisine.

 Hoi An central town in the central province of Quang Nam has been listed by CNN as one of the 16 most relaxing places in the world.

 Homestay tourism services offer chances for people in many mountainous districts of the central province of Thanh Hoa to escape poverty and improve their livelihood.

 Vietnam has most affordable beaches in the world, according to TravelBird, a Netherland-based travel company.

 Though a poor village 10 years ago, Ban Don or Don village in Thanh Hoa province has now become one of the emerging travel destinations with its homestay service for visitors who wish to explore the local life.

 Yok Don National Park in the Central Highlands province of Dak Lak signed an agreement with the Animals Asia Foundation on July 13 to become the first unit in Vietnam committed to applying elephant-friendly tourism.

 The southern province of Ba Ria-Vung Tau will organise a Sea Festival.

 The Vietnam Railways Corporation (VNR) put into operation new high-quality carriages with two beds on the Thong Nhat (North-South) route on July 9. 

 Hoi An ancient town in Vietnam’s central region has been listed by CNN as one of the 16 most relaxing places in the world. 

Quang Binh has approved the operation of a trial ecological tour to explore Vom and Gieng Vooc caves from July 15, 2018 to January 15, 2019, according to an announcement by the local People’s Committee on July 11.