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WorldTrans launches Can Tho – Bangkok direct flights for 2018

 The travel and transportation services company WorldTrans announced its schedule for direct charter flights between Can Tho and Bangkok this year at a press conference in the Mekong Delta city on March 28.

Vietnam promotes creative, high-quality tourism

Le Tuan Anh, deputy director general of the Vietnam National Administration of Tourism’s international co-operation department, speaks about the country’s tourism branding strategy.

A glimpse of Khmer pagodas in Soc Trang

Soc Trang is home to many ancient pagodas such as Doi (Bat), Dat Set (Clay) and Chen Kieu (Porcelain bowl), with a touch of typical architectural features of Khmer ethnic people. 

Hue to be a tourism hotspot on its own

 Always a premier tourism destination in the country, Hue city plans to take it up several notches with a renewed focus on longer stays by both domestic and international visitors in the former imperial capital.

Project to develop Mekong Delta’s tourism adapted to climate change

Can Tho city, the Novaland Group, the Boston Consulting Group, and MBBank have teamed up to implement a project on developing the Mekong Delta’s tourism adapted to climate change.

Vietnam showcases traditional culture, cuisine in Turkey

 The Vietnamese Embassy in Turkey has promoted the country’s sight-seeing destinations, culture and cuisine at the third international travel fair Travel Expo Ankara.

Thanh Toan - 240-year-old tile-roofed bridge in Thua Thien-Hue

Thanh Toan tile-roofed bridge was built in the central province of Thua Thien-Hue in 1776 with wooden structure and 7 compartments. It is 17m long, 4m wide and has two wooden railings with balconies.

Late visa policy announcement challenges tourism

 The visa exemption policy for citizens of five European countries will expire in the next three months. Whether and when it might be renewed are still open questions, creating a headache for tourists and Vietnamese businesses that serve them.

Hanoi among Japan youngsters’ favourite destinations

 Hanoi is among the top three favourite cities to travel for young Japanese people. The information is indicated in a survey revealed at a recent Investment and Trade Cooperation Promotion Conference between Hanoi and Japan.

First Vietnam – Laos caravan tour launched in Hanoi

 A Caravan tour through Vietnam and Laos’ localities was launched at the Hanoi-based Thang Long Citadel relic site on March 24.

Con Dao beach among top 10 eco-friendly beaches in Southeast Asia

 Dat Tham Beach on Con Dao Island has been listed as one of the top ten eco-friendly beaches in Southeast Asia by the UK’s The Independent newspaper.

Young people find it difficult to start businesses in Vietnam

VietNamNet Bridge - Encouraged and supported by the government and local authorities, the startup movement in Hanoi has not developed well despite numerous business ideas.

Crab spring rolls

 Known as a specialty of Hai Phong, a beautiful coastal province, nem cua be (crab spring rolls) seems not only to satisfy your taste but also bring you a little sunshine, a little sea breeze and even a little hardship of coastal locals.

Phu Van village combines horticulture and tourism

 Phu Van village has long been famous for growing flowers and ornamental trees. It is the biggest flower growing area in Ha Nam province and planned to become an ecotourism destination.

Finding peace in Loc Yen village

 Situated in Tien Phuoc District in the central province of Quang Nam, Loc Yen village is characterized by a slow pace of life and a tranquil atmosphere.

Stunning March scenes of ancient Hue city

Tourists to the ancient city of Hue this March will feel like they have been transported to a mythical land of beauty as leaves changetheir colours through shades of yellow, red, and green against a crystal clear blue sky.

“Mushroom house” of the Black Ha Nhi in Lao Cai

 The earthen houses with mossy roofs of the Black Ha Nhi in Y Ty district, Lao Cai province, look like mushrooms in the clouds. 

An Bang among Southeast Asia’s 25 most stunning beaches

Hoi An has once again proved its charm in the eyes of both domestic and foreign travelers when An Bang Beach in the ancient city made the list of the 25 most picturesque beaches in Southeast Asia in 2018, as voted by TripAdvisor readers.

Government News 25/3

 Hanoi, Hong Kong seek stronger economic partnership, Vietnamese, Lao embassies in China hold friendship exchange, Vietnamese, Lao embassies in China hold friendship exchange

Exploring Chua Chan Mountain in Dong Nai

Those fond of mountain climbing and trekking but not having sufficient time for long trips could contemplate Chua Chan Mountain in Dong Nai Province which can be easily accessible by either motorcycle or bus in one day.