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10 top tourist attractions in Da Lat

 VietNamNet Bridge - The following are the recommended places for tourists to Da Lat, one of the most famous tourist destinations in Vietnam.

Ba Ria - Vung Tau agrees location for tourist airport

 The southern province of Ba Ria-Vung Tau has agreed a location in Loc An Commune in Dat Do District for Ho Tram Project Co Ltd to build an airport to cater to its guests.

Vietnam among 20 best countries to visit

 Vietnam has been voted one of the twenty best countries in the world to visit, according to a survey released recently by US travel magazine Condé Nast Traveler (CNT).

A peek into Francois Hollande’s hotel room

French President Francois Holland will stay at the Hotel Metropole Hanoi during his visit to the nation’s capital.

Da Lat - Trai Mat railway lease now 18 years

The leasing term of the Da Lat - Trai Mat railway line has been brought down to 18 years from the 30 years proposed last year, according to a proposal from the Vietnam Railway Authority (VRA) approved by the Ministry of Transport.

Tourists to Vietnam rise in August

  The number of foreigners visiting Viet Nam in August reached 899,700 arrivals, an increase of 34.4 per cent over the same period last year, according to the General Statistics Office.

Taj Mahal-style castle in Saigon

A Taj Mahal-style building in downtown Saigon allures visitors for its original architecture as well as entertainment services inside.

Ha Long Bay cave parties annoy locals

While holding parties in Halong Bay is an ever more popular trend, it has faced opposition from locals who fear that tourism will ruin the caves.

VN Administration of Tourism to review standards at 3 to 5-star hotels

Hotels from three to five stars in Vietnam will be inspected by the Vietnam National Administration of Tourism (VNAT).

EIU: Vietnam determined to promote tourism

Vietnam has deployed drastic measures to boost tourism in an effort to turn it into an important pillar of the economy, according to an analysis of the Economist Intelligence Unit.  

Cajuput forest in Hau Giang becomes biggest ecotourism site in Mekong

A cajuput forest in Vi Thuy district, Hau Giang province is set to become the largest ecotourism site in the Mekong Delta, covering an area of 150 hectares.

Hong Kong no-frills carrier adds direct flights to Nha Trang

Hong Kong budget airline HK Express is set to launch direct flights to Nha Trang city, the central coastal province of Khanh Hoa in November. 

International Travel Expo to open in Ho Chi Minh City

 Numerous activities will be organised during the 12th International Travel Expo (ITE), set to take place at the Saigon Exhibition and Convention Centre in Ho Chi Minh City from September 8-10. 

360 tourists book adventure tour of Son Doong Cave

 As many as 360 domestic and foreign tourists have registered for a tour to explore Son Doong, the largest natural cave in the world, in the central province of Quang Binh in 2017.

Ca tru introduced to tourists to Quang Binh

 Tourists can now enjoy ca tru (ceremonial singing) as part of the Chay River- Dark Cave tour in the central province of Quang Binh.

HCM City tourism publication launched

 “Ho Chi Minh City Hotels and Restaurants 2016”, a tourism publication was launched on August 30. 

Instructions for pedestrians in walking streets in Hoan Kiem Lake

 Instructions for pedestrians in walking streets in Hoan Kiem Lake

Vietnam named 11th best place for expats: survey

 Vietnam is in the 11th position among the best places for expats this year, according to the InterNations Expat Insider 2016 survey. 

Homestay in Duong Lam ancient village

Homestay tourism in the Duong Lam ancient village Son Tay, Hanoi connects guests with live-in hosts to better experience the local way of life and culture.

The 'must try' delicacies in Hanoi

VietNamNet Bridge - Hanoi is a great land for those who want to discover Vietnamese food. Below are the top ten dishes that tourists should try when they come to the city.