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Canadian man finally fulfills his wish to eat pho bo in Vietnam

A Canadian man says that beef pho was the Vietnamese dish he always wanted to try the most, and after doing so in the country, was surprised that he had to pay only VND80,000.

International volunteers join Vietnam's efforts to aid flood-stricken areas

Stranded by floods, foreigners in Vietnam have found a unique way to contribute, assisting in relief efforts and helping flood-stricken communities in the northern provinces.

Korean diner tries super-expensive steamed sticky rice, raising arguments

The steamed sticky rice, made of high-grade materials, including Ca Mau crabs and glutinous roundgrain rice, has attracted many diners despite the sky high price of VND660,000-990,000 per serving.

Korean YouTuber's take on HCM City's "Rich man's rice"

Despite being a street food venue, the high prices at this Ho Chi Minh City restaurant surprised a Korean tourist. After a meal costing 317,000 VND, he reflected on the value of Vietnamese street food compared to its cost.

Tourist tries cheap hair-washing service, sleeping on motorbike seats

The two most interesting experiences in Vietnam for one American female traveler were having her hair washed and learning how to sleep on a motorbike saddle.

Two meetings and a lifetime together: a Belgian man’s journey to love in VN

After three and a half years of long-distance dating and only meeting twice, a Vietnamese woman and a Belgian man have found happiness together, now living a peaceful life in Dak Lak.

Foreign tourist’s honest gesture in Mai Chau goes viral

An American travel blogger’s return to pay for his forgotten meal in Mai Chau has become a viral story, highlighting both his integrity and the warmth of a local stall owner.

Love beyond borders: Chinese engineer marries quadriplegic Vietnamese woman

Once hesitant to believe in the love of a Chinese engineer, Le Pham Hoai Thu Thuy now experiences daily care and meticulous attention from her husband after a year of living together.

Unique souvenirs: Chinese woman's affinity for Vietnamese wooden cutting boards

Yi Yun, a young woman from Jiangxi Province, China, currently living and working in Cau Giay District, Hanoi, shared her fondness for buying Vietnamese wooden cutting boards as gifts for her family back in China.

Finding love again: A Frenchman and a Vietnamese widow's story

In a heartwarming tale of love and new beginnings, Bertrand Le Garrec, a Frenchman, left his homeland to build a life with Nguyen Thi Xuan, a Vietnamese widow, in the serene landscapes of Northwest Vietnam.

American blogger delights in expensive bowl of 'bún bò' in HCM City

In a quest to refresh his culinary experiences, a foreign tourist boldly ordered a 400,000 VND ($18) bowl of bún bò, served in a large bowl with over ten ingredients including beef ribs, rare beef, crab meatballs, pork trotters, and more.

Foreign journalist’s thrilling and perilous motorbike journey through Ha Giang

On her latest visit to Vietnam, Insider journalist Hannah Shewan Stevens chose to tackle the breathtaking yet treacherous roads of Ha Giang by motorbike, resulting in a tense moment on a sharp curve.

Japanese man dreams to build a world new ceramics hub in Vietnam

Yukuse Onimaru, 52, is part of a collaborative initiative between Vietnam and Japan, which has been running for the past three years to train 52 students at the village and develop the local pottery industry.

Russian patient in critical conditions rescued without ID or money

A Russian man in critical condition, lacking both money and identification, received life-saving treatment at Bach Mai Hospital in Hanoi. Despite the challenges, the hospital managed to stabilize his condition and facilitate his return home.

American tourist rescued after falling into pit in Phu Tho

A joint effort by local residents and police in Phu Tho led to the dramatic rescue of an American tourist from a deep pit.

Foreign experts remove tusks to save eight-year-old elephant

Having an accident leading to broken tusks, an eight-year-old fostered elephant in the Central Highlands province of Đắk Lắk had both removed by expert veterinarians.

Foreign travelers enthralled by Ninh Binh's unique Bun Cha Quat

Jayesh Chchaya from the UK and his girlfriend Karolina from Poland, renowned for their passion for travel, recently shared their captivating culinary experience in Ninh Binh, on their YouTube channel.

Thai YouTuber falls for Vietnamese banh xeo and street food

During his first taste of Vietnamese banh xeo, Apiwich Ektarawong expressed great satisfaction, commending the crispy exterior and the harmonious sweet and sour dipping sauce.

Vietnamese doctors successfully treat foreign surgeon with rectal cancer

The Ho Chi Minh City University of Medicine and Pharmacy Hospital announced on July 10 that it has successfully performed surgery and treatment for a foreign surgeon with rectal cancer.

Vietnam an ideal destination for expats: InterNations

For the fourth consecutive year, Vietnam is the most affordable country in the world for expats, ranking first out of 53 destinations when it comes to personal finances, according to a 2024 InterNations study.