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Seven most exciting experiences on Phu Quoc Island

Phu Quoc Island has attracted travelers to its beautiful beaches and exciting adventures such as coral reef diving, enjoying the picturesque sunsets and visiting the Safari zoo.

Cross-country railway journey broadcasted

 The first episode of a documentary programme on a north-south journey throughout Vietnam by train was aired on the evening of July 16.

Ha Long Bay among 100 most beautiful UNESCO World Heritages

 The US newspaper Newsweek has listed Ha Long Bay of Vietnam among the Top 100 most beautiful UNESCO World Heritage Sites, which include both natural and man-made wonders.

Two luxury bars for a tipple in Hanoi’s Old Quarter

Twilight Sky Bar and Diamond Sky Bar are 2 luxury bars visitors should not miss while visiting Hanoi’s Old Quarter as they can enjoy a delicious cocktail while looking out on the city’s skyline.

Homestay experience

 With its cultural diversity and beautiful landmarks, the central region is an ideal location for the homestay model.

Homestay and tours of Ninh Thuan’s rural areas

Ninh Thuan has emerged as an attractive destination for those who want to explore and experience the daily activities of locals.

CNN commercials boost Hanoi’s foreign tourist arrivals

 The 2-million-USD deal between Hanoi and the US television network CNN from 2017 – 2018 has spurred international tourist arrivals to the capital city over the past year.

Vietnamese dishes favored in Russia

 Typical Vietnamese dishes like “phở” noodle soup, spring rolls, summer rolls, and sandwiches called “banh my” are now available in many restaurants across Russia.

Hue sets global example for cultural heritage preservation

 Hue is home to not only Vietnam’s last ruling monarchy in 143 years, but also to a number of priceless tangible and intangible heritages such as palaces, royal tombs, garden houses, art forms and royal cuisine.

Hoi An listed as world’s 16 most relaxing places

 Hoi An central town in the central province of Quang Nam has been listed by CNN as one of the 16 most relaxing places in the world.

Homestay tourism helps improve mountainous district life

 Homestay tourism services offer chances for people in many mountainous districts of the central province of Thanh Hoa to escape poverty and improve their livelihood.

Vietnam has most affordable beaches: TravelBird

 Vietnam has most affordable beaches in the world, according to TravelBird, a Netherland-based travel company.

Mountainous district becomes emerging travel destination

 Though a poor village 10 years ago, Ban Don or Don village in Thanh Hoa province has now become one of the emerging travel destinations with its homestay service for visitors who wish to explore the local life.

Yok Don National Park to boost elephant-friendly tourism

 Yok Don National Park in the Central Highlands province of Dak Lak signed an agreement with the Animals Asia Foundation on July 13 to become the first unit in Vietnam committed to applying elephant-friendly tourism.

Ba Ria-Vung Tau Sea Festival resumed next month

 The southern province of Ba Ria-Vung Tau will organise a Sea Festival.

VIP 2-bed cabins on high-quality trains serve Hanoi - HCM City route

 The Vietnam Railways Corporation (VNR) put into operation new high-quality carriages with two beds on the Thong Nhat (North-South) route on July 9. 

Hoi An among CNN's most relaxing places

 Hoi An ancient town in Vietnam’s central region has been listed by CNN as one of the 16 most relaxing places in the world. 

Quang Binh approves trial tour to explore Vom and Gieng Vooc Caves

Quang Binh has approved the operation of a trial ecological tour to explore Vom and Gieng Vooc caves from July 15, 2018 to January 15, 2019, according to an announcement by the local People’s Committee on July 11.

Upscale hotel sector sees all-round growth in 2017

The average room tariff at upscale hotels increased by 2.8 per cent last year to US$91.8, according to the 2018 Vietnam Hotel Survey released on July 10 by Grant Thornton. 

Nam Dinh church ruins - witness of climate change

10 years ago, Xuong Dien Parish in Hai Ly commune, Hai Hau district, the northern province of Nam Dinh saw its Church of Heart severely intruded by saltwater.