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6.5 million Vietnamese travel abroad in 2016

 Around 6.5 million Vietnamese traveled abroad last year, a rise of 15% over the previous year, and spent around US$7-8 billion, statistics of the Vietnam Tourism Association (VITA) showed.

The rocky beauty of Ha Giang

 The northeast province of Ha Giang is renowned for its wild and magnificent beauty, with rugged rocky mountains ranges and terraced fields. The land is also home to more than 20 ethnic groups.

Thanh Luong Cattle Market

Thanh Luong Cattle Market might appear to be a standard trading place. This special market is not simply a place where you can find oxen and buffaloes but is also a unique cultural aspect of the Thanh Chuong District in Nghe An. 

Vietnam's resort among world’s top 15 hot new hotels in 2017

 CNN Business Traveller has revealed world’s top 15 hot new hotels to check out in 2017, including The Nam Hai Resort in Hoi An Ancient Town.

Tramcar tour around largest flower village in western region

Low-cost tramcar service is provided for visitors to go around Sa Dec flower village to enjoy seeing different kinds of ornamental plants and flowers in full bloom.

Tourism association seeks longer visa waiver for Europeans

 The HCMC Tourism Association has proposed the Government extend the visa waiver for citizens of five Western European countries, and consider adding India and Australia to the list, the association said at a review conference last Friday.

Heaven Pond – Fairy Spring in Phu Tho

VietNamNet Bridge - Only 80km away from Viet Tri City, Heaven Pond – Fairy Spring is among the most famous tourist attractions in the northern province of Phu Tho.

Ly Son island to establish walking street

 The People’s Committee of the central province of Quang Ngai has approved a plan to turn a coastal road in Ly Son island into a walking street.

Traditional Trade Festival in Hue slated for April

 The seventh Traditional Trade Festival will take place in the ancient imperial city of Thua Thien – Hue from April 28 to May 2, announced the provincial People’s Committee.

Com hen (rice with baby clams)

 'Com hen' is no longer the preserve of the poor people in Central Vietnam, but the favorite of Hue locals and tourists, thanks to its deliciousness and simplicity.

Hanoi House - A must-visit coffee shop in Hanoi

 VietNamNet Bridge - A small coffee store nestled in the alley on Ly Quoc Su, Hanoi House has become a popular destination for visitors near and far.

New tourism routes open between VN and China

 Vietnamese and Chinese tourists can now explore new routes to four destinations across both countries. The routes were inaugurated on Thursday in the northern province of Quảng Ninh’s Móng Cái City.

Dong Lac Communal House opens to tourists

 Hanoi's Old Quarter management board opened Dong Lac Communal House to tourists on January 4 after restoration.

Da Nang Marble Mountains

VietNamNet Bridge -  The Marble mountains is a group of five limestone mountains, named after the five elements of the ancient oriental philosophy: metal, wood, water, fire and earth in Da Nang City.

Hue Temple of Literature

VietNamNet Bridge - In Hue, the old capital of Vietnam, the Temple of Literature majestically lies on the bank of Perfume River, to the west of the Citadel, just 1km from prestigious Linh Mu pagoda.

Airlines to increase 1,270 domestic flights during Tet 2017

 The Civil Aviation Administration of Vietnam (CAAV) has agreed on airlines’ plans to increase domestic flights during the Lunar New Year Festival (Tet) to meet the growing demands of passengers.

Con Dao - one of best secret islands on earth: Travel + Leisure

Vietnam's Six Senses Con Dao has been listed among the best secret islands on earth, according to a recent article by Travel + Leisure magazine.

Survey: Hanoi among top affordable Asian destinations

 Hanoi, known for its cheap food and accommodation options, is much more affordable than many other Asian destinations, according to a MasterCard survey.

HCM City issues code of conduct for tourists

 HCM City authorities announced a code of conduct for visitors on Thursday.

‘Two Countries – Four Destinations’ tour launched

 The ‘Two Countries – Four Destination’ tour, connecting Ha Long and Mong Cai in Vietnam with Dongxing and Guilin in China, was launched at a ceremony held in Quang Ninh province on January 5.