UK travelers visiting Vietnam increases rapidly this summer
https://www.vietnamonline.com/news/uk-travelers-visiting-vietnam-increases-rapidly-this-summer.htmlAccording to the online version of The Telegraph (UK), the number of travelers from the UK to Vietnam has rapidly increased in this summer.
Vietnam is the biggest winners of 3rd Intel’ Puppetry Festival
https://www.vietnamonline.com/news/vietnam-is-the-biggest-winners-of-3rd-intel-puppetry-festival.htmlPuppetry troupes from Vietnam have won two gold prizes at the 3rd International Puppetry Festival held in Hanoi in early September.
VIETNAM ONLINE THIS WEEK SEP 14-16
https://www.vietnamonline.com/news/vietnam-online-this-week-sep-14-16.htmlThe very first monsoon has reached Hanoi and blissfully made a perfect autumn. The weekend should be all made use of at its every minute.
VietJet Air to launch another attractive discount
https://www.vietnamonline.com/news/vietjet-air-to-launch-another-attractive-discount.htmlRecently operated new routes and frequency on several domestic routes, the budgeted airline also offer another shocking promotion campaign by reducing its ticket price to only VND99,000 (US$4.75).
Vietnamese women to win 3rd season of “Master Chef” in the US
https://www.vietnamonline.com/news/vietnamese-women-to-win-3rd-season-of-master-chef-in-the-us.htmlThe recent famous sightless Vietnamese woman Christine Ha has won the first place of the reality show “Master Chef” 3rd season on its final night.
Danang to build largest park in central region
https://www.vietnamonline.com/news/danang-to-build-largest-park-in-central-region.htmlDanang authorities have approved the proposal of Sun Group Corporation to build a new entertainment complex on the base of Dong Nam Park on 2/9 Street.
Ba Ria – Vung Tau to kick off 100 tourism projects next year
https://www.vietnamonline.com/news/ba-ria-vung-tau-to-kick-off-100-tourism-projects-next-year.htmlInvestors of more than 100 tourism projects in Ba Ria - Vung Tau Province have promised to continue their funding to those projects after 2 years ceasing due to economic recession and policy changes...
Bat Trang and Van Phuc village to become top handicraft destinations
https://www.vietnamonline.com/news/bat-trang-and-van-phuc-village-to-become-top-handicraft-destinations.htmlThe Bat Trang Ceramic Village and Van Phuc Silk Village are two significant handicraft villages that are tipped to become major tourist destinations.
VIETNAM ONLINE THIS WEEK SEP 7-9
https://www.vietnamonline.com/news/vietnam-online-this-week-sep-7-9.htmlHanoi would be occasionally cloudy this weekend; however the general condition is anticipated to be good.
National Tourism Year 2013 to focus on Red River Delta
https://www.vietnamonline.com/news/national-tourism-year-2013-to-focus-on-red-river-delta.htmlVietnam Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism has just published detailed program for National Tourism Year 2013. This new national tourism year concentrates on tourism in Red River Delta, and Do Son Beach at Hai Phong province is placed at the central position.
Ho Chi Minh City to initiate inner waterway tours
https://www.vietnamonline.com/news/ho-chi-minh-city-to-initiate-inner-waterway-tours.htmlThe People Committee of District 8 in Ho Chi Minh City, in association with Indochina Junk Company, has officially launched an inner waterway circular tour within Ho Chi Minh City.
Vietnam continues the streak of tourist increase
https://www.vietnamonline.com/news/vietnam-continues-the-streak-of-tourist-increase.htmlAccording to the Vietnam National Administration of Tourism (VNAT), the country received around 525,300 international tourists in August.
Sapa’s hill welcomes more tourists thanks to homestay service
https://www.vietnamonline.com/news/sapas-hill-welcomes-more-tourists-thanks-to-homestay-service.htmlThe mountainous town of Sapa is expected to welcome as many as 10,000 visitors on the upcoming National Day holidays this weekend, said Lao Cai Department of Culture, Sports and Tourism director Tran Huu Son.
Vietnam’s culture center opened in Argentina
https://www.vietnamonline.com/news/vietnams-culture-center-opened-in-argentina.htmlThe Vietnam – Argentina cultural exchange center opened on August 29 in Buenos Aires is expected to continue the success of Argentina – Vietnam Cultural Institute created 15 years ago to boost cultural exchange between the two countries.
Vietnam Online this week Aug 31 – Sep 2
https://www.vietnamonline.com/news/vietnam-online-this-week-aug-31-sep-2.htmlAfter a strikingly hot week of the last moment of the summer passed by, Hanoi is welcoming the very first autumn rain with occasional sunshine.
Northwest provinces develop terrace field tours
https://www.vietnamonline.com/news/northwest-provinces-develop-terrace-field-tours.htmlAn announcement from The Vietnam National Administration of Tourism shows that the department is associating with local travel agents in the two mountainous provinces in the Northwest of Vietnam, Yen Bai and Lao Cai, to develop new tours on terrace field area there.
Vietnam Airlines increases flights during National Day
https://www.vietnamonline.com/news/vietnam-airlines-increases-flights-during-national-day.htmlThe national flag carrier of Vietnam, Vietnam Airlines has announced its plan to increase the number of flights during 2012 Nation Day Holiday (2/9).
Homestays hope to welcome more visitors to Sapa
https://www.vietnamonline.com/news/homestays-hope-to-welcome-more-visitors-to-sapa.htmlSapa, renowned for its rich cultural diversity, is welcoming more foreign tourists who are interested in staying at ethnic people's houses in villages to get an insight into rural life.
Hanoi to have more electric buses for tourism purpose
https://www.vietnamonline.com/news/hanoi-to-have-more-electric-buses-for-tourism-purpose.htmlDong Xuan Company, the operator of electric buses for tourism in Hanoi, is set out to expand its service to old streets which boast French colonial architectural design tour.
Foreign arrivals up 9.4% in eight months
https://www.vietnamonline.com/news/foreign-arrivals-up-94-in-eight-months.htmlFigure from Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism reports that the number of international travelers visiting Vietnam this August is 525,292, which is 6.5% higher than that in July, but 4.3% lower than this period last year.
Ho Chi Minh City announces 100 Interesting Facts
https://www.vietnamonline.com/news/ho-chi-minh-city-announces-100-interesting-facts.htmlThe Department of Culture, Sports and Tourism in Ho Chi Minh City has recently announced the result of the ‘100 Interesting Facts’ election of this city.
Hanoi and Hoi An among top ten destinations in Asia
https://www.vietnamonline.com/news/hanoi-and-hoi-an-among-top-ten-destinations-in-asia.htmlIn a recent online survey conducted by Smart Travel Asia, a reputable travel and trade journal in Hong Kong; Hanoi and Hoi An are put in the top ten destinations in Asia in 2012.
Da Nang to re-launch an air route to Thailand
https://www.vietnamonline.com/news/da-nang-to-re-launch-an-air-route-to-thailand.htmlDa Nang City authorities are working with Thai Airways to revive an air route to Bangkok which was suspended last year.
Vietnam takes home second prize at an international photo contest
https://www.vietnamonline.com/news/vietnam-takes-home-second-prize-at-an-international-photo-contest.htmlThe National Geographic magazine has picked the entry photo, “My balloon” by photographer Vo Anh Kiet as the second prize winner at the National Geographic Traveler Photo Contest 2012.
Con Dao set to become a center for sea tourism and marine service
https://www.vietnamonline.com/news/con-dao-set-to-become-a-center-for-sea-tourism-and-marine-service.htmlAs a part of the ambitious tourism development plan by the Ba Ria-Vung Tau People’s Committee, Con Dao is set to become an international heritage tourism center within the next two decades.
Quang Ninh Province to seek UNESCO status for the Monk King
https://www.vietnamonline.com/news/quang-ninh-province-to-seek-unesco-status-for-the-monk-king.htmlThe Administration of Quang Ninh province is preparing a profile of the great King-Monk Tran Nhan Tong to seek UNESCO’s recognition as a Great Man of Culture.
Da Nang installs 10 tourist information machines at famous attractions
https://www.vietnamonline.com/news/da-nang-installs-10-tourist-information-machines-at-famous-attractions.htmlDa Nang has installed ten tourist information machines with a more use-friendly interface since 17 August in order to promote tourism and meet tourists’ demand in looking up destinations and services.
An Dinh Palace opens to tourists
https://www.vietnamonline.com/news/an-dinh-palace-opens-to-tourists.htmlAn Dinh Palace (also called Khai Tuong Lau), the place where the last king of Vietnam Bao Dai used to live with his family from 1945 to 1955, has been opened for tourists by the Center for Preservation of Hue Relics.
Japan’s leading hiphop artist to perform in Hanoi and Hoi An
https://www.vietnamonline.com/news/japans-leading-hiphop-artist-to-perform-in-hanoi-and-hoi-an.htmlJapan’s leading hiphop artist Coma-Chi will entertain Vietnamese hiphop fan in Hanoi (23 August) and Hoi An (26 August) thanks to the invitation of the Japan Foundation Center for Cultural Exchange and CAMA ATK, Hanoi’s major independent music promoter.
Train fares to decrease 10-15% in September
https://www.vietnamonline.com/news/train-fares-to-decrease-10-15-in-september.htmlAs announced by the Vietnam Railways Corporation, a discount of 10-15% will be applied to all rail fares on the Thong Nhat Trains (Hanoi-Ho Chi Minh City) in the low season from September 5 to December 31.
Nha Trang - Attractive tourism destination for Russian
https://www.vietnamonline.com/news/nha-trang---attractive-tourism-destination-for-russian.htmlStatistics from Khanh Hoa Province reports that along with Danang and Phan Thiet (Binh Thuan), Nha Trang - Khanh Hoa is considered an attractive destination that draws a considerable number of international tourists, particularly travelers from Russia.
VNO This Week Aug 17-19
https://www.vietnamonline.com/news/vno-this-week-aug-17-19.htmlThis weekend Danang will experience isolated thunderstorms early, then cloudy skies after midnight.
Hoi An-Japan cultural exchange next month
https://www.vietnamonline.com/news/hoi-an-japan-cultural-exchange-next-month.htmlAs announced by Hoi An Center for Culture and Sports in the central province of Quang Nam, the 2012 Hoi An-Japan cultural exchange will take place from August 24-26 in Hoi An ancient town.
Air France offers discount price for flights from Vietnam to Paris
https://www.vietnamonline.com/news/air-france-offers-discount-price-for-flights-from-vietnam-to-paris.htmlAnnouncement from Air France reveals that it is offering special promotion for flights from 2 cities of Vietnam: Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh City, to Paris from now on to August 31.
Viet Jet Air offers low-cost fare for new route Ho Chi Minh City – Hai Phong
https://www.vietnamonline.com/news/viet-jet-air-offers-low-cost-fare-for-new-route-ho-chi-minh-city-hai-phong.htmlIn the occasion of opening the new route between Ho Chi Minh City and Haiphong, the budgeted airline VietJet Air is offering a special one-way-ticket price at only VND 19,000 (less than a dollar) per ticket.
New tourism bus route to debut in Ho Chi Minh City next month
https://www.vietnamonline.com/news/new-tourism-bus-route-to-debut-in-ho-chi-minh-city-next-month.htmlA bus route connecting major tourist attractions in downtown Ho Chi Minh City will be launched on September 15 by Ho Chi Minh City Transport Department.
New caves and historic artifacts found in Ha Giang
https://www.vietnamonline.com/news/new-caves-and-historic-artifacts-found-in-ha-giang.htmlSeveral new beautiful caves have been discovered in the far north province of Ha Giang, which are believed to have huge tourism potential.
Saigon Railways to increase trains on National Day
https://www.vietnamonline.com/news/saigon-railways-to-increase-trains-on-national-day.htmlSaigon Railway Transportation Company is increasing more trains between Ho Chi Minh City and Nha Trang to meet expected increasing demand on the occasion of National Day on 2 September.
International Yacht Festival in Khanh Hoa delayed to 2013
https://www.vietnamonline.com/news/international-yacht-festival-in-khanh-hoa-delayed-to-2013.htmlInformation from Ministry of Culture, Sport and Tourism reveals that The International Yatch Festival 2012 is rescheduled to take place in Khanh Hoa in mid-2013, instead of late 2012 as planned.
VIETNAMONLINE THIS WEEK AUG 10-12
https://www.vietnamonline.com/news/vietnamonline-this-week-aug-10-12.htmlThis weekend the sky of Hanoi will have mixed clouds and sun with scattered thunderstorms. The temperature is expected to fluctuate dramatically from 32C to 35C and chance of precipitation at 60%.
Vietnam dishes recognized by Asian Record
https://www.vietnamonline.com/news/vietnam-dishes-recognized-by-asian-record.html10 Vietnamese dishes have been recognized by The Asian Record’s Organization (ARO) to be in the list of the most unique foods in Asia.
New English tourist map of Hanoi
https://www.vietnamonline.com/news/new-english-tourist-map-of-hanoi.htmlA brand-new English version of the tourist map of Hanoi Old Quarter has just been released by the Tourism Information Technology Centre with up-to-date information.
1,000 year old Champa historical relic found in Danang
https://www.vietnamonline.com/news/1-000-year-old-champa-historical-relic-found-in-danang.htmlArchaeologists have found a 1,000 years old relic - a tower of Champa civilization with 4 corners, 1 main door and 3 sub-doors, in Phong Le Village, Danang, after over a month of excavation.
The number of Russian tourists to Vietnam increases significantly
https://www.vietnamonline.com/news/the-number-of-russian-tourists-to-vietnam-increases-significantly.htmlA recent report from The Voice of Russia (VOR) indicates that Russia has jumped 14 stages to claim the 11th position on the list of countries that have the highest numbers of travelers to Vietnam in the first half of 2012.
Kien Giang welcomed 2.3 million travelers in first half of 2012
https://www.vietnamonline.com/news/kien-giang-welcomed-23-million-travelers-in-first-half-of-2012.htmlFigures from Kien Giang Province report that in the first half of 2012, this province has welcomed more than 2.3 million visitors, 9% higher over the same period last year.
Vietnam to build ports for cruises
https://www.vietnamonline.com/news/vietnam-to-build-ports-for-cruises.htmlMr Kelvin, the Asia branch director of the well-established American cruise line brand says Vietnam has the ability of make good use of cruises and become the attractive destination for international cruise companies.
Quang Nam Province set wartime tunnels as tourist attractions
https://www.vietnamonline.com/news/quang-nam-province-set-wartime-tunnels-as-tourist-attractions.htmlQuang Nam Province has implemented a new plan to establish an attraction on the system of historical tunnels in Anong Commune, Tay Giang District, which was previously an underground stronghold of Vietnam revolutionary army during the wartime.
Nha Trang is ready to welcome tourists coming for winter vacation
https://www.vietnamonline.com/news/nha-trang-is-ready-to-welcome-tourists-coming-for-winter-vacation.htmlBesides focusing on strengthening tourist services during summer time, Nha Trang tourism administration is making a great effort to attract travelers for winter season.
Vietnam Online this week Jul 30 – Aug 5
https://www.vietnamonline.com/news/vietnam-online-this-week-jul-30-aug-5.htmlThis weekend the sky of Hanoi will have mixed clouds and sun with scattered thunderstorms. The temperature is expected to fluctuate dramatically from 32oC to 34oC and chance of precipitation is 60%.
Thua Thien – Hue sets to welcome more tourists
https://www.vietnamonline.com/news/thua-thien-hue-sets-to-welcome-more-tourists.htmlWith a series of new cultural activities and tourist products in store, the central province of Thua Thien – Hue has set a target of welcoming between 2 - 2.5 million visitors during the National Tourism Year 2012.
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