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Vietnam among top five cheap international trips among Indian tourists

India Times has named Vietnam among the top five cheap international trips costing under INR25,000, equivalent to US$300, among Indian tourists for April.

“Net-zero tours” promote sustainable tourism in VN

The Vietnam International Travel Mart (VITM) Hanoi 2024, slated to take place from April 11-14 under the theme "Vietnam tourism - Green transition for sustainable development," is said to closely follow a new global trend of "Net zero tours".

Vietnam’s beaches appeal to Korean tourists

Tourists from the Republic of Korea (RoK) are falling for Vietnam’s beaches with stark soft sand and crystal azure water, online travel platform Agoda said on April 2.

Vietnam to promote tourism through national diplomatic activities

Vietnam is leveraging its diplomatic activities to enhance its tourism image, which has garnered positive evaluations from experts in recent times.

Discover the majestic beauty of Dak G’lun Waterfall

Situated in the heart of the Central Highlands, Dak G’lun Waterfall entices visitors with its untamed allure and rustic charm, offering an escape into the wilderness and a communion with nature’s splendor.

Do long-term visas help draw high-end, high-spending travelers to Vietnam?

As Vietnam positions itself as "the leading tourist attraction in Southeast Asia," a more open visa policy is expected to help achieve this goal.

HCM City offering more waterway tours

The HCM City Department of Tourism has announced about additional 5-10 waterway tours offered to both domestic and foreign tourists.

New destinations added to Hanoi tourism map

While Hanoi is known for its sheer hustle and bustle, the capital city is also home to several beautiful and peaceful rural villages in southern neighbourhoods.

Vietnam: Sleep tourism on the rise

Emerging tourism trends can help relieve stress and improve the quality of life of Vietnamese people in modern society.

‘Enjoy Da Nang’ programme launched

More than 10,000 vouchers with an estimated value of 5 billion VND (200,000 USD) have been offered for tourists visiting the city during the promotion programme titled "Enjoy Da Nang" in year-around flooded festivals.

Aqua Warriors Ha Long Bay to attract 1,500 athletes

Nearly 1,500 domestic and foreign athletes will compete in Aqua Warriors Ha Long Bay dubbed a biathlon aquathlon of swimming and running, which is scheduled to take place in the northern province of Quang Ninh on April 13 - 14.

HCM City incorporates cuisine into tourism activities

Many tourism businesses and travel companies in HCM City are making efforts to introduce regional specialties to serve tourists at tourist destinations.

Vietnamese dish among top 35 world’s tastiest dumplings

Vietnamese delicacy Bánh bột lọc (pork and shrimp dumplings with wrappers made from tapioca flour) was named as one of the “35 world’s tastiest dumplings”, by the news outlet CNN of the United States.

Over 4.6 million foreign tourists visit Vietnam in Q1

Vietnam has welcomed over 4.6 million foreign tourist arrivals in the first quarter of this year, up 72% year-on-year, and 3.2% compared to the figure recorded in the same period of 2019 before the COVID-19 outbreak.

Tourism campaign to bring more sunseekers to Da Nang

A tourism stimulus programme named “Enjoy Da Nang 2024” was launched in Da Nang on March 29 to strengthen communication effects and introduce local tourism attractions to attract more visitors to the central city.

Hanoi cuisine - a distinctive cultural product of Vietnam

For decades, Hanoi's cuisine has been considered as a cultural heritage, encompassing both material and spiritual elements, from ingredients, flavors, cooking art to dining etiquette.

Indigenous knowledge of forest turned into profit

Scientists assess that indigenous knowledge and forest resources along the Truong Son mountain range are significantly potential for its development if utilized properly.

HCM City tourism festival offers huge discounts

Nearly 400 products will be introduced at discounted prices by up to 50 percent at the Ho Chi Minh City tourism festival organised for early next month.

Survey shows Vietnamese tourists keen to visit South Korea

According to the latest Green Shoots Radar report released by Visa, the frequency of international travel among Vietnamese people is significantly increasing, with 30% of citizens travelling abroad for leisure or business purposes last year.

British magazine hails Sa Pa among world’s most beautiful small towns

Sa Pa Town in the northern mountainous province of Lào Cai has earned a position in the list of ‘Most Beautiful Small Towns in The World’ by the British magazine Time Out.