foreigners in vietnam

foreigners in vietnam

Gambling debt leads to violent abduction of two Chinese men in Da Nang

Two Chinese nationals were rescued by police in Da Nang after being illegally detained and physically assaulted due to massive gambling debts incurred at a local casino.

7 common travel mistakes tourists make on their first trip to Vietnam

From chasing influencers to fearing street food, expat Joshua Zukas reveals seven mistakes new visitors often make.

Korean traveler moved by locals’ kindness after Ha Giang accident

A fall on the Ha Giang loop turned into a moving story of compassion for Korean traveler Jeon Heesu.

Tourist in bikini on motorbike sparks online debate in Tuyen Quang

A photo of a foreign female tourist wearing a bikini while riding on the back of a motorbike in Tuyen Quang has stirred controversy on Vietnamese social media.

Hanoi’s ‘hidden’ bánh mì variation delights Western foodies

A Canadian couple recently traveled to Huong Vien Street in Hanoi to sample a creatively reinvented version of Vietnam’s iconic bánh mì that many locals haven’t even tried.

Da Nang police arrest British man for illegal gun possession

A British national has been detained by Da Nang police after pulling a gun on a rival during an altercation at a bar. Authorities later discovered a military-grade firearm and 12 rounds of ammunition at his residence.

Hanoi pho tour: 10 bowls in 4 days, 1 winner

A foreign food lover sets out to taste Hanoi’s top pho dishes, ranking the best from 10 local eateries.

American chef wowed by ‘oilfall chicken’ in Ho Chi Minh City

Nick DiGiovanni praises Vietnam’s unique cooking style after trying crispy chicken rice.

Korean food vlogger devours two bowls of pho on first night in Hanoi

Suhyang, a popular Korean YouTuber, wasted no time enjoying her long-awaited pho as soon as she arrived.

Foreign foodies fall in love with Hanoi’s DIY fried cha ruoi

A Canadian couple discovers an unusual but delicious worm-based dish in the capital.

Rescue teams save Russian tourists lost on Co Tien peak in Nha Trang

Late-night rescue mission brings relief as Russian travelers are found safe on Co Tien Mountain in central Vietnam.

Romanian man rides across Vietnam, shocks locals with fluent Vietnamese

Mihai Constantinescu, 37, from Romania, has lived in Vietnam for 17 years, and during this time, he has completed three motorbike trips across Vietnam (two from Hanoi to HCMC and one from HCMC to Hanoi).

Western tourist tries Hanoi pho, praises it as ‘best ever eaten’

Hanoi’s pho is served in one rustic street-side eatery with plastic stools doubling as both seats and tables. Though Western tourists have to hunch over to eat, they still rave about the pho.

80th National Day: Foreign visitors impressed by VN community spirit, pride

These days in Hanoi, not only locals but also many international tourists and foreigners living and working here are experiencing the special atmosphere as the capital is adorned with flags and flowers to celebrate the 80th National Day.

Unexpected flood leaves foreign tourists in awe of Hanoi’s people

Many foreign tourists were stunned by the heavy rainfall and deep flooding in Hanoi on the morning of August 26, caused by the effects of Typhoon No. 5.

Three South Koreans rescued from forced detention in Vietnam

Police in Ho Chi Minh City freed three South Korean nationals held by a gang luring foreigners with fake job offers.

Indian man crosses 4,000km to marry Vietnamese woman he met online

Overcoming cultural and geographical barriers, an Indian man and a Vietnamese woman from Ninh Binh have built a joyful marriage after years of long-distance love.

Canadian tourist tries Hanoi street cake, stuns with three-word reaction

Although unfamiliar to most foreigners, this local treat is a beloved traditional snack among Hanoians, especially during the Doan Ngo festival.

Korean tourist falls for Hanoi’s chewy street snail dish

Trying the dish for the first time, a Korean tourist found joy in both the taste and the experience of eating snails on Hanoi’s busy sidewalks.

Visa, foreign labour reforms expected to boost Vietnam’s competitiveness

Experts and foreign business leaders have expressed optimism that Vietnam’s recent changes to visa and foreign labour policies will enhance the country’s competitiveness and attract greater investment.