Behold the unique collection of snake lacquer statues
Step into Vietnamese tradition and craftsmanship with the enchanting “Thach Ong Xa” collection of lacquered statues in celebration of the Year of the Snake, 2025.
15:04, 2025/01/21
Vietnam hosts first international lantern competition
The Ocean - Oriental Light Fest 2025 is a fascinating destination for tourists and cultural enthusiasts during the upcoming Lunar New Year celebrations.
22:09, 2025/01/17
Hanoi kicks off the Spring Calligraphy Festival in celebration of Lunar New Year
The annual cultural event will welcome locals and visitors alike from now until February 9, 2025, offering a delightful experience in celebration of the Lunar New Year.
21:20, 2025/01/14
Hanoi revives historic Tet traditions in Duong Lam Ancient Village
Travelers are invited to experience the charm of Vietnam's ancient Tet celebrations in the picturesque village of Duong Lam on the outskirts of Hanoi.
09:32, 2014/07/25
Proposal on visa-exempt extension for Russian visitors
The Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism on July 24 asked the Prime Minister to extend visa exemption from 15 days to 30 days for Russian visitors.
09:27, 2014/07/25
New air route from Hanoi to Seoul opened
Vietnamese budget carrier VietJet Air on July 24 officially launched a new air route between Hanoi and Seoul (the Republic of Korea).
16:29, 2014/07/23
Lam Dong, Khanh Hoa cooperate to lure Russian tourists
Central Highland province of Lam Dong and central Khanh Hoa province are effectively cooperating in attracting foreign visitors, particularly those from Russia.
16:21, 2014/07/23
Sleepbox services to be supplied at Noi Bai International Airport
On July 22, Noi Bai International Airport launched sleep-box services for passengers who want to rest while waiting for the flight.
10:20, 2014/07/23
Gao Giong oasis in Dong Thap
Visiting Gao Giong, tourists will not only hear the birds singing in the trees, but also see fish thrashing underwater and wite storks flying over their heads.
15:52, 2014/07/22
Mekong River among top five river cruises in Asia
The UK daily Telegraph has cited the Mekong river cruise from Siem Reap in Cambodia to Ho Chi Minh City as one of the top five river cruises in Asia.
11:30, 2014/07/22
More and more Vietnamese travel to Singapore
Vietnamese visitor arrivals to Singapore numbered 90,000 in the first quarter of 2014, representing a double-digit positive growth rate of 13%, according to the Singapore Tourism Board (STB).
16:25, 2014/07/21
Japanese cuisines on Saigon’s Japanese street
Saigon is a miniature world with multinational cultures of both the West and the East. Besides Pham Ngu Lao – the street for Western visitors, it has a Japanese street – Le Thanh Ton.
15:56, 2014/07/21
Japan attracted to Vietnamese people
Many travel firms are awaiting the Embassy of Japan to announce the list of firms singled out to enjoy the loosened visa policy intended to lure more Vietnamese tourists.
12:14, 2014/07/21
Vietnam Airlines reroutes flights to Europe
National flag carrier Vietnam Airlines (VNA) on July 18 announced it has diverted four flights to Europe for safety reasons following the Malaysian plane tragedy in the Ukraine.
14:55, 2014/07/18
Vietnam an attractive tourist destination: foreign reporters
Reporters from various foreign news agencies have freshly concluded a fact-finding tour of major tourist attractions in Vietnam, and they were all impressed by the amazingly beautiful landscape and hospitality of local people.
14:29, 2014/07/17
Can Tho-Danang new air route: opportunity for development
The new air route between Can Tho and Danang will facilitate tourism development and investment cooperation, said Can Tho City People’s Committee Chairman Le Hung Dung.
16:13, 2014/07/16
Ethnic community revives traditional house
Members of the Co Tu ethnic minority in Quang Nam Province are trying to preserve the Guol house, used traditionally as a place for meetings and conducting business.
14:29, 2014/07/16
VNAT proposes visa exemptions
The Viet Nam National Administration for Tourism (VNAT) has asked the Government to approve visa exemptions for visitors from the EU, Australia, Taiwan, Hong Kong and North America.
08:56, 2014/07/16
Three local hotels cited “best in Asia”
Sofitel Legend Metropole Hanoi, Nam Hai in Hoi An City and Park Hyatt Saigon have been chosen as three of the best hotels and resorts in Asia by the US magazine Travel + Leisure.
15:35, 2014/07/15
VNA launches new routes to Singapore, Cambodia
National flag carrier Vietnam Airlines (VNA) has officially announced that it will launch two new routes to Singapore and Cambodia as from November 1.
10:05, 2014/07/15
Seven more national relic, tourism sites named
The Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism has issued a decision recognising seven more national relic and tourism sites.
15:03, 2014/07/14
Speedboats to replace old hydrofoils on Saigon-Vung Tau route
A waterway transport company will use five speed boats for the HCM City-Vung Tau route from August, replacing the hydrofoils once used on the route.
10:15, 2014/07/14
Travel tips for Da Lat
Some 300 km from HCM City, Dalat is always a great destination for those who love old buildings and cool weather.
16:21, 2014/07/13
Vietjet Air plans to open air routes to RoK
As planned, the first charter flight between the Danang and Incheon international airports will lift off on July 16, with the first Hanoi- Incheon commercial flight taking off on July 24.