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Con Co island tourism route opens

 The People’s Committee of the central province of Quang Tri has announced a project to open the Con Co island tourism route.

Vietnam promotes tourism at world’s largest travel fair in Germany

 As many as 32 Vietnamese tourism businesses are participating in the International Tourism Exchange Berlin (ITB) 2017 in Germany, which runs from March 8 – 12.

Street food on Hanoi’s shortest street

 VietNamNet Bridge - When asking for a place to eat dried beef salad, you will be directed to Ho Hoan Kiem Street. Few people know this is the most “modest” street in Hanoi.

A cafe for reading and coffee in Hanoi

 VietNamNet Bridge - If you want to escape the hustle and bustle of the city but still want to chat with friends with cups of coffee, you should visit The Booklink. 

Hanoi’s coffee shops with foreign style

 VietNamNet Bridge - There are many cafés with European or Asian style spaces in the heart of Hanoi.

Kayaking on Hanoi’s West Lake

 VietNamNet Bridge - Kayaking on the vast expanse of West Lake, listening to the sounds of water and feeling the cool wind can help drive away the heat of summer. 

A visit to Cuu Village

Cuu Village is an ancient village of Hanoi. Entering the village entrance, you see an ancient and nostalgic world, attracting visitors to a quiet and peaceful land. 

17 must-see sites in Hanoi

VietNamNet Bridge – The Presidential Palace, University of Hanoi, Hang Dau water tower, and Hospital K are fourof several French colonial buildings in Hanoi that have been proposed for preservation.

New progammes support tourism startups in Mekong region

The Mekong Innovative Startup Tourism (MIST) on March 9 announced two incubation programmes to support innovative firms in tourism in Vietnam, Cambodia, Laos and Myanmar. 

Top experiences in Hanoi

VietNamNet Bridge – If you are visiting Hanoi, you are adviced to read this article.

Vietnam targets $35 bil from tourism by 2020

 As per the Ministry of resolution, Vietnam’s tourism sector targets to attract 20 million international visitors and 82 million local holiday-makers with revenue of US$35 billion.

Khanh Hoa establishes Chinese tourist service club

 About 20 travel firms in Khanh Hoa Province met on March 7 to discuss a plan to form a club responsible for serving tourists from China, a major source market for the Vietnamese tourism sector.

Hanoi ranked among greatest cities for food

 Hanoi has been placed second on the list of the world’s 17 greatest cities for food selected by the UK’s Telegraph.

Chinese arrivals to Nha Trang see fourfold increase

 Nha Trang City in the south central province of Khanh Hoa has welcomed thousands of Chinese visitors each day, according to the provincial Department of Tourism.

Ha Long Bay - wonder of nature

Ha Long bay has nearly 2,000 islets spanning over 1,553 squ. km in the northeast sea. It is one of the UNESCO-recognised World Heritage Sites.

Ngoc My conical hats in the making

Making conical hats in Ngoc My commune in Quoc Oai district, Hanoi, is not only a way of protecting the local traditional craft but also a good source of income for residents.

Six damaged boats stop operating in Ha Long Bay

 The People’s Committee of northern Quang Ninh Province’s Ha Long City has suspended operations of six tourist cruise boats in Ha Long and Bai Tu Long bays.

Chinese tourists continue to test Vietnamese hospitality

 The month of January saw continued strong growth in the number of Chinese tourists to the city of Nha Trang in the central province of Khanh Hoa, reports the municipal department of tourism.

Café Terrace brings fresh air to coffee enthusiasts

 Café Terrace has recently emerged as a popular coffee house for young Saigonese who want to escape from hot weather in Saigon, find new tastes for drinks and pose for photos thanks to its beautiful design.

Japanese Embassy in Vietnam launches visa application through accredited agencies

 Vietnamese people can now submit their visa application for travel to Japan via 14 travel agencies across the country which have been authorised by the Japanese Embassy in Vietnam since December 15, 2016.