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Beauty of Non Nuoc Cao Bang global geopark

 Established in 2015, Non Nuoc Cao Bang in the northern mountainous province of Cao Bang is the second UNESCO-recognised global geopark in Vietnam.

Exploring Sin Suoi Ho village in Lai Chau province

Sin Suoi Ho village has attracted a large number of visitors in recent times thanks to its natural scenery which includes wild sunflowers, terraced fields, majestic waterfalls and unique cultural characteristics.

Best places to visit in December in Vietnam

Moc Chau, Nghe An, Ta Xua, Da Lat, to name a few, are some of best destinations to visit this December for young travelers.

Vietnam PM approves plan to restructure tourism sector

 The plan aims to optimize the advantages in tourism products, market and resources as well as management systems, thus improving the sector’s economic, social and environmental efficiency.

New double-decker tour offers new option to discover Hanoi

 The Vietnam Tourism Hanoi JSC launched its double-decker bus tour on November 30, offering a new option for passengers to explore the capital city of Hanoi.

Cosmopolitan magazine lists 19 places to visit in Vietnam in 2019

Vietnam is rich in natural beauty, culture and history. While it’s similar to the Philippines in many ways, having a well-researched itinerary will save you from boring tourist activities.

Vietnam needs to improve visa policy: experts

 Vietnam should reform its visa policy to make it easier for international tourists to enter the country and fuel tourism growth accordingly, Nguoi Lao Dong newspaper reported, citing foreign experts.

Hoang Lien Son among National Geographic’s list of most exciting destinations

 Hoang Lien National Park is situated at a height of 1,000m to 3,000m above the sea level in the Hoang Lien Son Mountain Range. 

First Travel & Tourism Summit looks at problems of Vietnam tourism

 Various problems in Vietnam’s tourism sector were discussed by experts at the first Travel & Tourism Summit that began in Hanoi on December 5.

"Traveller" names three Vietnamese treats among top dishes

 Three Vietnamese treats including "bun rieu", snails and "banh mi" in Hoi An have been listed among the top 21 dishes of the year by the Australian travel website Traveller.

Da Nang among world’s best travel destinations for 2019

 2018 saw the world flock to Russia for the World Cup and to the Gold Coast for the Invictus Games, but what will 2019 hold?

VN among Asia’s best destinations that you aren’t wasting too much time on travel

 Choose a unique experience that you’ve always wanted to try and plan your holiday around it.

Hanoi Zoo recognised as tourist site

 Hanoi Zoo, in Ba Dinh district, Hanoi, was recognised as a tourist site according to a recent decision approved by the Hanoi city People’s Committee.

Top 5 spots young travelers in Vietnam can’t miss

Young travelers are able to savour the scenic views of crystal-clear blue water across several beautiful lakes in both Hai Phong and An Giang province.

Chi Lang Nam stork island in Hai Duong

 Chi Lang Nam island in Hai Duong province is also called “Stork island” thanks to its second-to-none scenery created by thousands of storks spreading their wings in the sky at dusk and dawn.

Vietnam again named among best destinations for adventurous backpackers

Vietnam or Bhutan are better budget options and are cheaper now than ever. 

Vietnam’s mountain range named in NatGeo’s list of top destinations

 Vietnam's Hoang Lien Son mountain range has been named among the best places to travel according to the US-based National Geographic Magazine.

Capturing beautiful moments with Hanoi’s white daisies

 Cuc hoa mi or white daisies are often in full bloom in November, signalling the beginning of Hanoi’s winter. During this time, many people flock to daisy gardens to take photos with the flowers.

Danang rolls out historical, cultural tours to attract more foreigners

 The Tourism Department of the central coastal city of Danang organized a Famtrip to historical and cultural destinations in the city on November 30, aiming to offer new tours to attract more tourists, especially international visitors.

New Hop-On Hop-Off tour opens in Hanoi

 The Vietnam Tourism Hanoi JSC debuted its double-decker bus tour on November 30, offering free-of-charge services for passengers until December 2.