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Lam Dong licenses 10 adventure tour operators

 The tourism authority of Lam Dong has licensed 10 travel firms to organize adventure tours in the Central Highlands province.

CNN names Hoi An floating lanterns among best travel photos

The photo shot, taken by John S Lander, depicting tourists in boats cruising admist colorful floating lanterns on the Hoai River in Hoi An has been named as one of the world’s best travel photos by CNN.

Attitude is the soul of administrative reform

The Deputy Chairwoman of a ward in Ha Noi was temporarily suspended yesterday, just a day after an official petition complained about her attitude towards the public.

Thap Muoi lotus lake lures tourists

Nguyen Truong An’s lotus lake in My Hoa commune, Thap Muoi district, Dong Thap province has become a top destination for lotus lovers in the last three years. 

Khe Kem waterfall – a silver strip of silk amid the jungle

Around 20km from Con Cuong Town in Nghe An Province, Khe Kem waterfall has become an ideal destination for trekkers thanks to its pristine beauty favoured by nature.

Vietnam to promote tourism in Western European nations

The Vietnam National Administration of Tourism will hold tourism promotion programs in six Western European cities: Milan and Rome (Italy), Valencia (Spain), Berlin and Frankfurt (Germany) and Amsterdam (Netherlands).

Toyota Concert 2017 to come to HCM City, Hanoi, Vinh Phuc

 Toyota Motor Vietnam (TMV) will hold four concert nights themed “The romantic love songs” in HCM City, Hanoi and central Vinh Phuc province in August.

An age-old fabric market in Saigon

 Soai Kinh Lam in the city’s District 5 is known far and wide for its long-established role as a crucial distribution hub of fabrics, not only for the city but the entire southern region. 

Thua Thien Hue introduces new tourism products

 The central province of Thua Thien – Hue on July 25 debuted seven tourism products, designed for local Phu Vang and Phu Loc districts and Huong Tra town.

Young volunteers promote capital city’s image

 Young volunteers supporting Hanoi’s tourism have impressed residents and visitors with their activities to promote the capital city’s culture and history and have made a significant contribution to the tourism sector.

Discovering a little Japanese community in town

Those curious about Japanese culture and gastronomy are highly recommended to visit Little Japan, an area surrounded by Le Thanh Ton, Ngo Van Nam, Thai Van Lung, Thi Sach, and Hai Ba Trung streets in HCMC’s District 1. .

10 tourism companies allowed to organize adventure tour

 The provincial Department of Culture, Sports and Tourism yesterday granted licenses to organize adventure tours to ten travel agents in the Highlands province of Lam Dong.

Green tea island in Nghe An lures visitors

 A green tea island in Thanh Chuong District, central Nghe An province has recently become a destination attracting a large number of visitors.

Expectations of breakthroughs for Vietnamese tourism

 The 14th National Assembly passed the 2017 Law on Tourism (amended) at its third meeting on June 19, creating a clear legal corridor, driving force and favourable conditions for tourism development.

Weekend getaways in Suoi Mo Park

Suoi Mo Park is located in Tra Co commune, Dong Nai’s Tan Phu district, 100 km to the north of Ho Chi Minh City.

Danang Tourism Association proposes to demolish 40 illegal villa foundations

The Southern Institute of Ecology and the Danang Tourism Association have jointly sent a proposal to the Danang authorities to preserve the current scenery of Son Tra Peninsula.

Vietnam beauty through flycam perspective

Vietnam landscapes look more romantic, imposing and full of vitality through flycam perspective.

Gam Ghi Island – ideal place for trekkers

Gam Ghi Island in Phu Quoc district, Kien Giang province has become an attraction for trekkers thanks to its diverse coral species and beautiful beach with blue clear water and soft white sand.

Chinese tourism boon to remain robust through 2020

 The number of outbound Chinese tourists has been forecast to rise dramatically and reach an estimated 200 million by 2020, according to a new global tourism report by CLSA.

Bac Giang promotes Yen Tu religious tours

The holy West Yen Tu covers Yen Dung, Luc Nam, Luc Ngan, and Son Dong district in Bac Giang province.