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Film industry – door to promote tourism

With impressive natural landscapes and a rich and diverse culture, Vietnam has abundant potential to promote tourism through the film industry.

More promotion activities to be held abroad to attract foreign visitors

The Vietnam National Authority of Tourism (VNAT) is set to coordinate with localities to hold various tourism promotion activities abroad in the next few months in efforts to attract more international visitors to the country.

48 hours in Soc Son District

Located about 30km from downtown Hanoi, Soc Son is an ideal destination for a day or two-day overnight trip over the weekend or holidays.

Vietnam dubbed as underappreciated gem in East Asia

The Travel Magazine of Canada has dubbed Vietnam as a gorgeous and underappreciated gem in East Asia thanks to its reputation as one of the calmest places in the world.

Hanoi eyes 7 million foreign tourists by 2025

Hanoi’s tourism industry aims to greet over 30 million visitors, including 7 million international arrivals, and earn more than 130 trillion VND (over 5 billion USD) from tourism in 2025.

Cơm niêu, a tasty simple dish, lures both local and foreign foodies

Cơm niêu (rice cooked in a clay pot) is not only a simple tasty dish but also a cultural symbol, part of a culinary history in almost every Vietnamese’s memory.

Minister suggests solutions to develop tourism on par with regional levels

Minister of Culture, Sports and Tourism Nguyen Van Hung has put forward a number of solutions aimed at developing Vietnamese tourism services on par with regional levels at the ongoing sitting of the National Assembly.

Museums get creative attracting visitors

Museums are gradually becoming places where education and research intersect to shape the collective knowledge of the community, spanning everything from art and history to science and technology.

An unforgettable experience in Con Dao Archipelago

An experience that tourists definitely cannot miss once in their lives is releasing turtles back to the sea in the Con Dao Archipelago, Ba Ria Vung Tau Province.

TasteAtlas picks out three local dishes among world’s 100 best rated breakfasts

Three Vietnamese dishes, Bò kho, Bún bò Huế, and Cơm tấm thịt nướng have been listed among the 100 best rated breakfasts in the world, according to information provided by international food website TasteAtlas.

12 cities, provinces to develop night-time tourism

The Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism (MCST) will work with local authorities to apply night-time tourism models in 12 key localities.

Michelin suggests discovering Hanoi in 48 hours

The Michelin Guides, a series of guidebooks that have been published by the French tyre company Michelin since 1900, have offered some suggestions for tourists looking to explore Hanoi, the capital of Vietnam, in 48 hours.

Soc Trang strives to boost tourism

The province is working on projects to build and develop a traditional cultural festival to promote river tours, one of the province’s typical tourism products.

Savan Waterfall – An idyllic retreat from summer heat

Nestled amidst the lush landscapes of Quang Ngai Province, Savan Waterfall offers unspoiled natural beauty and a tranquil atmosphere, providing an idyllic escape from the scorching summer heat.

Hanoi maximizes culinary value to boost tourism

Hanoi's unique cuisine, with its myriad of delicious dishes, has become a 'gold mine' for attracting tourism.

Phong Nha-Ke Bang tourism hub calls for more investment in new destinations

The central province of Quang Binh's Phong Nha-Ke Bang National Park Management Board has announced a project to boost tourism in the area calling for investment in nine destinations and 11 tourist routes by 2030.

Ho Chi Minh City named as world’s fourth-best foodie city

British magazine TimeOut has placed Ho Chi Minh City in the fourth position among its list of the world’s leading 20 cities for food.

Refreshing greenery of Tuyen Quang

With its enchanting landscapes, Tuyen Quang is likened to a green princess in the mountains and forests of northeastern Vietnam.

Nha Trang among eight best beach destinations to retirees

A beautiful beach and high-quality healthcare services have made Nha Trang city in the south-central province of Khanh Hoa one of the eight best coastal destinations for retirees, according to US magazine Travel+Leisure.

Tourism firms struggle with staffing for peak summer season

The tourism industry is in desperate need of qualified workers as the peak summer travel season begins.