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Banh da ke: The humble Hanoi snack enchanting international visitors

A crispy local treat surprises a Taiwanese traveler in Hanoi’s Old Quarter with its nostalgic flavors and incredibly low price.

Life in frames: Da Nang tourism photo contest spotlights everyday beauty

A photo contest in Da Nang has invited journalists, photographers, travelers, and local residents to share real-life stories and memorable moments from the places they’ve explored across the city.

Phu Quy, Nha Trang named among most beautiful destinations along East Sea

According to an article published on January 18, Phu Quy, situated off the southern coast of Vietnam, is described as one of the lesser-known islands on the East Sea tourism map.

Breathtaking lily fields by the river become Hai Phong’s newest check-in gem

Just 70km from the capital, a radiant lily field by the Kinh Thay River has become a hotspot for springtime check-ins.

Man fined for offering drugs to Western tourists in Hanoi

Authorities have issued an administrative fine to a Vietnamese man identified as H.Q.K for appearing in a video inviting foreign tourists to use illegal drugs in Hanoi’s Old Quarter.

Tourist covers body with bananas to ‘tease’ monkeys in Son Tra

A foreign tourist in Son Tra wrapped bananas around his body to tease wild monkeys, drawing intervention and public criticism.

Green tourism opens new development pathway for northernmost frontier

Tourism growth has also facilitated poverty reduction. In 2025 alone, the poverty rate fell by 5.2%

Hanoi delicacy with crispy skin like rice paper sells out by sunrise

With a skin that snaps like a cracker, this labor-intensive dish is a treasure of Duong Lam village.

Phu Quoc named as a must-visit cold-weather escape by RoK media

As the RoK enters its harsh winter at the start of the year, journeys in search of warmth become a top priority. Phu Quoc, therefore, emerges as an appealing recommendation thanks to weather conditions considered ideal in January.

Spanish man cycles over 22,000km to Vietnam in tribute to late father

After 10 months on the road, Marino Izquierdo arrives in Vietnam to honor his father's memory and raise awareness about cancer.

Poor village thrives after developing community-based tourism

Kho Muong, a remote village in Pu Luong commune, has undergone a dramatic transformation as residents joined hands to develop community tourism.

A forgotten Hanoi village of French villas and fading grandeur

Once famed for its wealth and tailor shops, Cuu Village now draws visitors with its vintage charm and colonial architecture.

Century-old home in Hanoi transformed into vegan dining experience

A unique vegan culinary space located in a house built in the 1920s on Chau Long Street (Ba Dinh District, Hanoi) is drawing in crowds of both locals and foreign visitors.

Street food surprise: Hue’s Nam Pho noodle soup wows foreign tourists

It only cost 20,000 VND - a humble bowl of soup from a small eatery in Hue - but to Steph and Chris, two travelers from Canada, it was a “flavor explosion.”

Ethnic Thai specialty becomes hot New Year gift, shipped 500km to Hanoi

Made from humble ingredients, this vibrant and crispy treat from Dien Bien has become a beloved snack and New Year gift across Vietnam.

Vietnam’s Mekong wild greens shine in Ca Mau’s iconic hotpot

Made with countryside fish, fresh coconut water and “free” wild vegetables, Ca Mau’s signature lau mam keeps travelers coming back for its deep, balanced taste.

American couple overcome fears to enjoy ‘16-leg, 4-eye’ delicacy in Saigon

A quirky, sea-sourced delicacy known for its 16 legs and 4 eyes recently took two American travelers by surprise in Ho Chi Minh City - not for its odd appearance, but for its unexpectedly rich flavor.

The hidden art of catching mountain crabs on An Giang’s sacred peak

Nui Cam (Cam Moutain - Forbidden Mountain) may be famous for its mystical landscapes and cool mountain air, but one of its most prized treasures is far less visible: a crimson-hued mountain crab that hides deep within the rocks.

The unsolved enigma of Cat Dun Cave in Ninh Binh

At the mouth of a deep cave, an unusual sight greets visitors: sand pushed outward into a large mound. Strangely, even heavy rains cannot wash this sand away, nor does it ever bury the cave entrance.

A 300-year-old mountain temple draws pilgrims with rare jade Buddha

Built in the 17th century, Phuc Son Pagoda stands as a living cultural relic, now enhanced by an 8-tonne jade Buddha that draws pilgrims year-round.