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Bun Tom (shrimp vermicelli noodle)

 No one can tell for how long such a simple food has been an essential part of Hai Phong gastronomy. It is something worth trying, like the rest of Vietnamese cuisine, for its unique taste as well as the method of cooking.

Light pollution destroys human health, eradicates insects

The ill effects of light pollution on human’s health and the environment has been acknowledged in many other countries, but the topic is rarely mentioned in Vietnam. 

Tour operators in Hue call for infrastructure improvement

 Hue needs more investment in infrastructure and improvement in local management to brighten its tourism prospects.

Hue ambitious to be Vietnam’s gastronomy capital

Local authorities in Hue have the ambitious plan of developing the city into the gastronomy capital of Vietnam to boost tourism.

Visa exemption extended for Western European visitors

 Tourists from the UK, France, Germany, Spain and Italy will enjoy visa exemptions for the next three years until June 30, 2021, from July 1, 2018, when travelling to Vietnam.

Vietnam serves nearly 8 million foreign tourists in H1

 The number of foreign tourists to Vietnam in the first six months of 2018 surged 27.2 percent year-on-year to 7.89 million, the General Statistics Office announced on June 29.

New terminal inaugurated at Cam Ranh Int’l Airport

Cam Ranh International Airport on June 30 officially opened a new terminal for international services (first phase) which has a total investment of $164 million.

Air New Zealand launches HCM City-NZ flight

 Air New Zealand has launched its third season of non-stop flights between Ho Chi Minh City and New Zealand between June 23 and October 23 this year.

Agoda: Eventful summer in Da Nang dominates summer travel plans

Da Nang, with its jam-packed summer events program, has emerged as the top destination among Vietnamese traveling during the summer break, according to new data published on June 26 by Agoda.

Hanoi in search of infrastructure fund

The capital city of Hanoi has created favourable conditions for luring investment in infrastructure under the build-transfer (BT) mode, but municipal authorities require that BT investments be transparent and comply with the law.

Exploring Rach Vem fishing village in Phu Quoc

Rach Vem fishing village on Phu Quoc Island has attracted a large number of visitors to its pristine natural scenery, exciting experiences and fresh seafood.

Hanoi to launch affordable double-decker bus tickets

 VietNamNet Bridge – The Ha Noi Transport Service Company (Transerco) plans to issue tickets for the double-decker tour bus service at cheaper price to attract more visitors this summer.

Dong Van Karst Plateau, a UNESCO-recognized Global Geopark

 With its earth heritage and unique culture of ethnic minority groups, the Dong Van Karst Plateau in Ha Giang province is one of the most spectacular destinations in Vietnam. 

Foreign tourists happy with Vietnam’s visa exemption policy

Foreign visitors have warmly welcomed Vietnam’s continued visa exemptions for guests from the UK, France, Germany, Spain, and Italy, saying the policy is good for the country to spur tourism.

Discover Koi fish café in HCM City

A coffee shop in Ho Chi Minh City is giving customers a chance to relax in the tranquil surroundings of a Koi fish pond while drinking their favourite cup of coffee.

Nha Trang, Phu Quoc among US News' Top 50 beautiful beaches

 US news site includes two Vietnamese beaches on list for those planning their next summer vacation.

Rough seas strand thousands on Co To Island

 Around 2,000 travellers have been stranded on Co To Island in the northern province of Quang Ninh Province due to bad weather.

New programme aims to lure North American tourists to Vietnam

 The Vietnam National Administration of Tourism is inviting hospitality enterprises involved in travel, hotel, transportation, catering and entertainment to join a programme to promote Vietnamese tourism in North America starting this September.

Water lilies blossom in Yen stream

 Magnificent purple water lilies are in bloom along the Yen stream that leads to the Huong (Perfumed) pagoda in the southwest of the capital city of Hanoi.

Banh Hoi (Rice noodle sheet)

 Its name is a little bit confusing, it’s actually not a cake at all, but a dish of thin rice noodles woven into intricate bundles.