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Experience The Unique Camping On The White Cliffs In Ha Giang
Camping on white cliffs is a unique experience for backpackers when they set foot in the majestic land of Ha Giang.
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Conquer The Majestic Putaleng Mountain In Northern Vietnam
This April, tourists flock to Lai Chau to conquer the majestic Putaleng Mountain, Vietnam's third-highest peak after Fansipan in Lao Cai and Pusilung in Lai Chau.
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Discover The Legendary Son River In Quang Binh
The poetic Son River with its blue water winding around Ke Bang limestone mountains beautifies the uniqueness that draws tourists to Quang Binh to admire its natural scenery.
Gorgeous anchovy-catching scenes in Hon Yen islet
Anchovy catching, the main livelihood of many locals in Phu Yen province, southern Vietnam, has unexpectedly made alluring artworks when fishing nets are cast into the sea. The work of local fishermen, thus, draws countless attractions from tourists and photo hunters alike.
Da Lat in sea of clouds, a must-visit hidden gem
Rising over 1,500 meters and owning year-round cool weather, Da Lat - the capital of Lam Dong province, southern Vietnam - is always an ideal destination for visitors from any corners worldwide. Besides colorful flower carpets, immense pine forests, and villas, the sea of clouds gives Da Lat a romantic vibe that's hard to resist.
Vietnam's domestic tourism now on the rise
Vietnam will be one of the first Southeast Asian nations to start to revive its economy, but with a ban still in place on foreign visitors, and many of their major tourist markets under lockdown, hotels and resorts are discounting paradise to make it more attractive to local travelers.
Hospitality among slowest industries in Vietnam to fully recover after COVID-19
Market researcher newspaper Savills considered hospitality among the first COVID-19 striken industries in Vietnam and will likely be among the slowest to fully recover.
The year-round magic of Y Ty village
Nestling behind the magnificent Nhiu Co San mountain range, Y Ty village which lies at the height of over 2,000m, boasts a year-round beauty. From picturesque terraced rice fields in the summer to winter’s sea of clouds, the Northwest village is a magnetic destination for holiday markers.
Cat Cat village among most beautiful places should be visited post COVID-19, SCMP
Recently, South China Morning Post has suggested seven most beautiful villages around the world that tourists should visit post the COVID-19 pandemic. Cat Cat village in Sa Pa, Lao Cai, Vietnam is included among them.
Mesmerizing tourist sites in Yen Bai, Vietnam
Lying in the middle of the West and Northeast region of Northern Vietnam, Yen Bai province is a unique travel destination, attracting visitors from across the country and different world corners thanks to its wild and majestic beauty.
Vibrant Hoi An under Australian artist's sketches
Anna Barnes, had visited Vietnam many times to discover Vietnamese culture and draw out the vibrant everyday life of the ancient town. In her sketches below, the internationally-renowned Hoi An has become more vivid, true to life than ever.
Tourist back in Ha Long Bay as domestic travel resumes
Vietnamese flocked to scenic spots and beaches on Saturday (May 16), leaping at the chance to travel as the communist government eases restrictions on domestic movement to revive a tourism sector devastated by the coronavirus.
Vietnam tourism is ready to recover after COVID-19 outbreak, view from national expert
In Vietnam, 96 million people are getting back to their daily lives. The energy and buzz which has driven substantial tourism growth in Vietnam in recent years is fast returning as we start on our road to recovery after the pain of Covid-19, says Tran Trong Kien, chairman of the Vietnam Tourism Advisory Board.
Hoi An ancient town in 90s through lens of German photographer
Back in the 1990s, Hoi An ancient town boasted a vibrant, bustling life pace, just like what it is today. This rare series of shootings of Hoi An some 30 years ago, taken by German photographer Hans-Peter Grumpe, will give a closer insight into those good old days.
US magazine: Vietnam races ahead of other ASEAN countries in tourism reopening
The US-based magazine Skift Take has recently ranked Vietnam a Southeast Asian top country in recovering the tourism industry, saying “Vietnam has emerged as the first ASEAN country to pull its tourism sector out the pits, ahead of major regional nations”.
Five destinations in Vietnam should be in your post-COVID-19 travel bucket list
Five destinations that continuously gain lauds from international media thanks to their enthralling scenes, stunning beach and crystal sands namely Phu Quoc, Danang, Phu Yen, Quy Nhon, Nha Trang should be in your bucket list after the COVID-19 pandemic at ease.
Hue draws attentions with summer flower carpets
Hue is coloring itself with various summer flowers in bloom. The flower carpet is partly the result of the "Green Sunday" movement, which encourages citizens, organizations to plant green trees and flowers around the city.
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Bui Vien, Sai Gon's backpacker street bustling again [Photos]
After nearly 2-month closure due to social distancing measures, many restaurants in Bui Vien (District 1, Ho Chi Minh City) have officially welcomed customers. Ho Chi Minh City residents and tourists began to come here to relax, making the street crowded and bustling again.
Hanoi pedestrian street reopens starting May 15
Travel, cultural, and entertainment activities in Hanoi pedestrian street and the surrounding areas are greenlighted to resume its normality this Friday, over three months suspended due to coronavirus fear.
Ha Long Bay to offer free tickets starting May 15 for Vietnamese citizens
Ha Long Bay, along with other tourist sites in Quang Ninh province, northern Vietnam is offering free entrance for Vietnamese visitors this May and some holidays in June and July.
Ho Chi Minh mausoleum, Temple of Literature to resume travel activities
Ho Chi Minh mausoleum reopens to national and international visitors, agencies, political and social organizations starting May 12. Meanwhile, the Temple of Literature is expecting to welcome visitors this Thursday.
Eight interesting things to experience around Hanoi
Packed full of wonderful things for tourists to explore and sample including a flower market at night 12 flower seasons egg coffee and a long ceramic road Hanoi represents a great city to visit
Ly Son island, must-discover untouched beauty
Ly Son island, well known as the “Kingdom of garlics”, is the holiday paradise boasting a long stretch of white sand, crystal-clear seawater, together with ancient and sacred temples and pagodas.
