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Dubai traveler explores Hanoi’s Hom market, buys 7 unique gifts

Visiting Hanoi’s historic Hom market, a Dubai traveler embraced the no-pressure shopping culture, explored high-quality fabrics, and enjoyed authentic Vietnamese street food.

Ban Tham Cave: The only mountain tunnel road in Northwest Vietnam

Ban Tham Cave in Son La is the only mountain tunnel road in Northwest Vietnam, offering a thrilling off-road experience through a dark, rocky passage. A must-visit for adventure seekers!

Ancient Vietnamese pagoda houses one of the largest bells in the country

Located over 100 km from Hanoi, Co Le Pagoda in Nam Dinh is a unique Buddhist site featuring a blend of Eastern and Western architecture and home to one of Vietnam’s largest ancient bells.

American YouTuber shocked but hooked on Hanoi’s deep-fried frog dish

YouTuber David Hoffmann was stunned after learning Hanoi’s cha nhai is made from frogs, but he couldn’t stop eating it. Here’s why it’s a must-try.

Bach Ma National Park in full bloom: A mesmerizing spring escape

Bach Ma National Park is at its most beautiful in March, as white rhododendrons and red maple leaves transform the mountain landscape into a European-like paradise.

Hanoi’s Train Street: Keep it for tourism or shut it down?

Train Street remains a popular tourist attraction in Hanoi despite safety concerns. Experts propose solutions ranging from relocation to regulated tourism.

Hai Phong promotes tourism on international stage

The city targets over 10 million visitors in 2025, including more than 1 million international arrivals.

Vietnam taps into wedding tourism for growth, promotion

Vietnam, with its picturesque landscapes, pristine beaches, luxurious resorts, and affordable yet high-quality services, holds great potential for developing wedding tourism.

Ghost ship in Vietnam: How a stranded vessel became a tourist hotspot

A massive abandoned ship off the coast of Ninh Thuan, Vietnam, has turned into a viral check-in location. Discover the story behind this hauntingly beautiful shipwreck.

Where to eat the best snails in Hanoi: Top 5 must-visit restaurants

Hanoi’s snail restaurants offer a variety of flavorful dishes, from boiled snails with dipping sauce to grilled seafood and stir-fried specialties. Check out these five must-visit spots.

HCM City’s beloved street food duo: The Fried Rice Cake Sisters

In a world of ever-changing food trends, two elderly sisters continue to serve the same beloved fried rice cakes their father once sold decades ago.

Ta Ma Spring in Binh Dinh: A mesmerizing wild Ixora paradise

Ta Ma Stream in Binh Dinh transforms into a breathtaking wonderland as wild Ixora blossoms cover the landscape in brilliant hues of red, orange, and gold.

Korean boy band singer books 4-star hotel near favorite Vung Tau eatery

Arriving in Vung Tau, a Korean boyband member recently booked a hotel room with a sea view for VND9 million for two nights. The hotel was close to a local banh khot (mini savory pancake) stall that he had liked on previous visits.

Da Nang to host maiden food tour festival

The Food Tour Festival is a new product expected to enhance the city's culinary tourism offerings, promoting not only local and Vietnamese cuisine but also international gastronomy.

About 1,700 tourists from Japan to visit Ha Long by cruise ship

About 1,700 tourists, 85% of whom are Japanese, aboard a chartered cruise ship are scheduled to visit Ha Long city in the northern province of Quang Ninh on April 30.

No licence issued for cave tourism project in Cam Pha, says local authority

Quang Ninh Province authorities have confirmed that no licence has been issued for dining or entertainment services inside caves in Cam Pha.

Vietnam’s com tam and banh beo featured in Taste Atlas’s top Asian rice dishes

Several Vietnamese specialties, including com tam, banh beo, and banh tet, have been recognized as some of the finest rice dishes in Asia.

Hoi An three decades ago: A foreign journalist’s forgotten snapshots

A foreign journalist revisiting Hoi An after 30 years shares rare photos and unforgettable memories of a simpler, quieter era before the UNESCO-listed town became a top global destination.

Son Tung M-TP’s food adventures: Exploring banh gat gu in Quang Ninh

Vietnam’s pop star raved about this chewy rice roll dish, leaving fans eager to try the Quang Ninh delicacy he dreamed of eating six times.

Inspectors investigate tour guides on Phu Quoc

Phú Quốc is one of Việt Nam’s tourism hotspots, with an estimated one million visitors in 2024.