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Discover vibrant pink grass hills of Gia Lai

Located in the Glar commune, Dak Doa district, about 20km from Pleiku city in Gia Lai province, hills carpeted with a vivid pink grass are attracting hundreds of visitors for photo opportunities in the stunning scenery.

Wild sunflowers show beauty in north-western region

The north-western region of Vietnam has impressed visitors in early winter by the bright yellow colour of wild sunflower or Tithonia diversifolia.

Fund to boost Vietnam tourism development

 The Vietnam Tourism Development Fund (VTDF) will have an initial charter capital of VND300 billion (US$13.22 million) from the State budget, according to a draft decision on the establishment and operation of the fund. 

Russian paper hails Son Doong Cave as lost world underground

 Russia Today has hailed the imposing beauty of Son Doong cave in Vietnam’s central Quang Binh.

Tourism week honours natural heritage

 The beauty of Vietnam's natural heritage is the focus of activities at the Green Heritage Culture and Tourism Week, which opened in Hanoi on November 20.

Grilled meatballs in Lang Son

The Grilled Meatballs in Lang Son would still leave a lasting impression on anyone who is lucky enough to try them.

Russian markets in Ho Chi Minh City

Russian markets have boomed in the heart of Ho Chi Minh City in recent years. These markets sell wooden roly poly dolls, Russian souvenirs, and warm Russian clothes. 

Companies pledge VND40 billion for local tourism publicity

 Eight major tourism companies have pledged VND40 billion (US$1.7 million) to carry out promotion and advertising campaigns for the tourism sector.

Ba Be - Bac Kan Tourism Week 2017 opens

 Ba Be - Bac Kan Tourism Week 2017 opened in Ba Be District in the northern province of Bac Kan from November 15-21.

South Korea to issue e-visas for Vietnam tourists

 South Korea will loosen visa requirements and issue e-visas for Vietnamese visitors as the number of Vietnamese tourists to the Northeast Asian nation is growing significantly.

Discover Pearl island

Phu Quoc Island in Kien Giang province has become a famous tourist attraction in the Mekong Delta region thanks to its pristine beauty, fresh air, blue sea, and white sand beaches.

Equitized SOEs not attractive to strategic investors

Many investors have been reluctant to buy a stake of equitized SOEs (state owned enterprises) because of problems in current regulations and the internal weaknesses of the enterprises.

South Korea promotes tourism in HCM City

A conference on introduction of tourism of Daegu City and Gyeongbuk Province was organized in HCM City on November 12 with the participation of leading travel companies of South Korea and Vietnam.

Spectacular scenery of Pha Din Pass in November

When visiting the north-western region, visitors should not miss a visit to the majestic landscapes of Pha Din Pass, as it is becoming an ideal destination for domestic and foreign tourists.

Tourists complain of Ha Long Bay trip cut short

 A group of tourists that visited Ha Long Bay are complaining that their standard 4-hour trip was cut short by two and a half hours by the boat crew.

Quang Ninh approves Ha Long-Co To seaplane route

 Chairman of Quang Ninh Province People’s Committee Nguyen Duc Long gave his nod to Hai Au Aviation’s proposal of launching a seaplane flight route from Ha Long City to Co To Island.

Coffee shops in the clouds

It is an interesting experience for visitors to enjoy a cup of coffee and the stunning landscape in open spaces close to mountains and clouds in Sapa, Tam Dao and Da Lat.

Tourism thrives, says Tourism General Director

 The tourism industry has enjoyed abundant opportunities for growth. The number of foreign arrivals continued to pick up and set new records, said General Director of the Viet Nam National Administration of Tourism Nguyen Van Tuan. 

Hanoi’s best boutique hotels featured in CNN Travel

CNN Travel has recently run an article by Kate Springer Travel suggesting the best boutique hotels in Hanoi’s Old Quarter. Here are eight of the best:

Vietnam strives to lure more tourists from APEC members

 APEC 2017 that took place from November 6 -11 in the central city of Da Nang is considered an ideal occasion for Vietnam to intensify tourism dissemination, contributing to attracting more foreign visitors to the country.