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.
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.
Rare colorful photos of pristine Gia Lai, Kon Tum in the 1970s
Covered by mountains and valleys formed by 25-30 million year ago volcanic activity, both Kon Tum and Gia Lai have their own unique beauty, attracting high influx of tourists every year. Even years have gone by, it still remains the two mountainous provinces's pristine previously 50 year attractiveness.
Vietnamese photographer wins first prize in Agora's #Spring2020
The photo titled “Water lily season” has earned photographer Tran Quang Quy the highest prize in Agora’s #Spring2020 photo contest over 14,500 contestants.
Vietnam initiates new program to promote domestic tourism
The Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism on Friday launched a program “Vietnamese travel around Vietnam” with a series of stimulus package for travelers in a move to upgrade the domestic tourism market after COVID-19 epidemic at ease.
Hue’s lotus tea, the fine art in the tea culture
Lotus-scented tea is a unique feature of Vietnamese tea culture. Known for the sophisticated making process, exquisite fragrance and delicate taste, lotus tea was, in the past, hailed as "Tea for the King" and is now an addictive drink of many Vietnamese.
Breathtaking and peaceful beauty of Tam Coc
Tam Coc Scenery Complex in Hoa Lu District, the northern province of Ninh Binh, is one of the most beautiful cave complexes in Viet Nam.
Vietnam to ensure tourist safety amidst COVID-19 pandemic
The Vietnam National Administration of Tourism has recently issued recommendations on how to prevent the spread of the COVID-19 epidemic for travel agencies, resorts and hotels, restaurants and destinations, ensuring tourists safety while traveling.