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Visit Vietnam Year 2024 will highlight Dien Bien Phu victory

The Visit Vietnam Year 2024 hosted by the northern mountainous province of Dien Bien will feature cultural, economic, and social events associated with the 70th anniversary of the Dien Bien Phu victory (May 7, 1954 – 2024).

Vietnam earns almost 26 billion USD from tourists in 11 months

Vietnam recorded about 628.3 trillion VND (over 25.8 billion USD) in total earnings from tourists during January - November, said the Vietnam National Authority of Tourism (VNAT).

Pearl Island seeks to revive plummeting tourism

During long national holidays like April 30-May 1 (the South Liberation and May Day holiday) or National Independence Day on September 2, the number of arrivals did not see much improvement.

Tourism beach hub ranked among most searched destinations by Indian travellers

Da Nang joined the top 10 search destinations on Skyscanner, a list including Krabi (Thailand), Mahe (Seychelles), Almaty (Kazakhstan), Baku (Azerbaijan) and Osaka (Japan).

Opportunities in place for adventure tourism in Vietnam

Vietnam boasts huge potential for adventure tourism, said Nguyen Anh Tuan, Director of the Institute for Tourism Development Research (ITDR) under the VN National Authority of Tourism at the Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism.

Vietnam sees record number of int’l tourists in November, total hits 11.2mil

In the first 11 months of 2023, the country has received a total of 11.2 million foreign arrivals, 3.8 times higher than the figure recorded in the same period last year

Foreign arrivals to exceed 11 million over 11 months

Vietnam welcomed more than 11.2 million foreign visitors during the 11-month period of the year, equivalent to 68.9% of the pre-pandemic levels, according to statistics released by the Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism.

Foreign media praises Vietnam for distinct culinary profile

The nation has a distinct culinary profile that is not just grounded in its 1,000-year-old history, but has also been adapted to changing times to ultimately present an interesting fusion of cultures, according to Your Story website.

Yen The’s free-range chicken puts Bac Giang on national culinary map

The midland province of Bac Giang has a place on the nation's culinary map thanks to its Yen The chicken, which was recently recognized among Vietnam's top 100 specialties for the 2021-22 period by VietKing.

Son Doong and Va caves introduced in Planet Earth documentary series

Son Doong and Va cave have been magnificently introduced in the BBC's famous Planet Earth documentary series, one of the world's most popular wild nature documentary television programmes.

Foreign media outlines Vietnam’s surge in popularity among digital nomads

Convenient tourist visa, an array of destinations to explore, low cost of living, and a friendly atmosphere are among the four reasons that Vietnam is surging in popularity with digital nomads, according to Travel Off Path.

Da Lat improves customer experiences with free music shows on public trains

Train cars in the Central Highlands city of Da Lat are now offering free music performances in an attempt to improve customer experiences for passengers, especially foreign tourists, said Vo Minh Chanh, Chief of Da Lat Railway Station on November 27.

Phu Vinh Village: preserving tradition, inspiring innovation

From one generation to the next, the people of Phú Vinh Village have maintained their deep connection to bamboo and rattan, mastering the artistry and understanding the unique properties of these plants.

Quang Ninh coal mine history burns bright

Quảng Ninh, home to the Miếu Mỏ heritage site, is paying tribute to its history as the cradle of the country’s very first coal mines.

Pal Sol Steppe: A haven for trekking enthusiasts

Pal Sol Steppe boasts a tranquil and picturesque landscape adorned with lush trees, meandering streams, and winding trails that crisscross the expansive carpet of grass.

Hanoi named among top 100 best cities in the world

Hanoi became the sole Vietnamese representative to feature in the top 100 best cities in the world in 2024, with the Vietnamese capital ranked 90th overall, according to the latest ranking released by newswire World's Best Cities.

Vegetable salad: A central highlands delicacy

When venturing through the enchanting landscapes of the Central Highlands, one culinary delight that should not escape your taste buds is the unique vegetable salad, a cherished specialty deeply intertwined with the region’s heritage.

Da Nang city hosts APOT Forum 2023

The Asia Pacific Onboard Travel (APOT) Forum 2023 is taking place in the central coastal city of Da Nang from November 25-28.

Yellow cassia blooms add colour to Central Highlands region

Every November, when the dry season in the Central Highlands region is about to begin, the hundred-year-old tea hills in Gia Lai Province are adorned with blooming cassia flowers.

Vietnam to become favourite destination for Australian tourists in 2024

Vietnam was among the top 10 destinations for Australian tourists during the past nine months of the year, according to data from the Australian Bureau of Statistics.