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Project pledges to develop night tourism in 12 localities by 2025

The Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism has launched a project to promote the advantages of nighttime tourism by 2025.

A night tour to Vietnam’s largest zoo in Phu Quoc

During a trip to Phu Quoc, Vietnam’s largest island, tourists have a chance to visit Vietnam’s largest zoo at night.

Iwandered suggests itinerary to Hanoi and neighbouring localities

Travel website Iwandered has suggested an itinerary to explore Hanoi and neighbouring localities in which tourists can sample excellent food, discover fascinating history, or enjoy the pulsating and distinctively Vietnamese energy.

Ha Long authorities re-arrange docking areas for water vehicles

Waterway vehicles will not be allowed to anchor in the buffer zone along the shores of Ha Long Bay – a UNESCO-recognised world heritage site in the northeastern province of Quang Ninh, from August 1.

Hanoi develops night-time tourism to attract more visitors

Hanoi's Department of Tourism plans to organise a series of night-time tourism activities to tap the potential of the night-time economy and attract more visitors to the capital city.

The sandy road in the middle of the sea in Co To

Co To island district is famous for the large Co To and the small Co To islands. Co To district also has more than 30 islands with other beautiful scenery, including a unique sandy road in the middle of the sea.

Luxury cruise ship brings 3,000 foreign visitors to Nha Trang

Spectrum of the Seas, a ship among the world's top 10 most luxurious cruise liners, arrived at Nha Trang Bay in the southcentral coastal province of Khanh Hoa on August 2, carrying 3,000 foreign visitors onboard.

Culinary tourism to become VN's national strategic product

Vietnam has planned to develop culinary tourism into a national strategic product, contributing to improving the competitiveness and brand of Vietnam's tourism.

Foreign media gives travel guide to Phu Quoc island paradise in Vietnam

Phu Quoc, the largest island in Vietnam, is a much-loved destination among both foreign and domestic tourists for its endless beaches and pristine national park, reported global travel website The Week.

Enjoying Saigon’s sidewalk coffee stands at night

Sitting on a sidewalk to sip a cup of coffee at night is an interesting experience for many tourists in HCM City.

Anthem of the Seas to bring visitors to Vietnam next year

Royal Caribbean’s Anthem of the Seas is set to sail to Vietnam, including a stop off at Nha Trang city, central Vietnam, in late 2024, according to information given by the world’s leading cruise magazine Cruise Industry News.

Linh fish – The specialty of Mekong Delta’s flooding season

Thanks to its high nutritional value, locals in southwestern Vietnam use linh fish to prepare many appetizing dishes that captivate diners from the first bite.

Explore the former king's mansion in Hai Phong

The palace of King Bao Dai in Do Son in the port city of Hai Phong is the only residence of the last king in northern Vietnam.

Hanoi-style fried fermented pork rolls

Unlike the famous fermented pork rolls in Dong Thap, Binh Dinh, and Thanh Hoa, the fried fermented pork rolls in Hanoi have a completely different flavor that has earned them a spot on the list of must-try street food for tourists.

American couple surprised about cheap costs in Hanoi

Returning to Vietnam for the second time, the American travelers were surprised as everything was inexpensive in Hanoi. He and his girlfriend went out with just $100 in their pocket and did not use up the money after one day in the city.

Australian magazine praises top seven Vietnamese destinations

Australia's leading travel magazine Escape recommended a number of highly rated cities nationwide, including Da Nang, Hoi An, Hanoi, Hue, Sa Pa, Ho Chi Minh City, and Can Tho.

In Hanoi, don’t rush to get caffeinated

According to the culinary website Taste Atlas, four of the nine most popular Southeast Asian coffees are from Vietnam.

VN becoming Asia’s tourism hotspot: US journal

"Because Vietnam is an emerging tourist destination and doesn’t yet have the same huge footfall that many other Southeast Asian countries experience, much of its natural beauty is still incredibly well preserved," it reported.

International visitor numbers in July sets post-pandemic record

According to data released by the Vietnam National Administration of Tourism, the number of international tourists to the nation in July stood at the highest level since the country reopened its border to foreigners after the COVID-19 pandemic.

Vietnam ranks second in number of foreign tourists to Laos in H1

Nearly 399,000 Vietnamese tourists came to Laos in the first half of this year, the second biggest number of foreign visitors to Laos during the period, according to the Lao Tourism Development Department.