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Hanoi (VNA) – By now, the Ministry of Transport has not decided to suspend the air routes between Vietnam and the Republic of Korea (RoK) in face of the complicated development of the acute respiratory disease caused by a novel coronavirus (COVID-19) in the Northeast Asian country, a high-ranking official said on February 23. Speaking to the VNA, Deputy Minister Le Anh Tuan further added that RoK passengers who have booked or bought tickets to Vietnam have canceled their plans and currently flights from Vietnam only carry RoK passengers back to their country. As there are no passengers, airlines have suspended flights from Vietnam to Daegu city which is described as the epicenter of the disease in the RoK, the official said, stressing that authorities are closely watching the situation there. Earlier, on February 21, the Civil Aviation Administration of Vietnam issued a press statement affirming that the information alleging that there is a ban of flights between Vietnam and … [Read more...] about Vietnam has not banned flights linking with RoK for COVID-19: official

“More than half the additional cases were found to be linked to a Shincheonji Church of Jesus congregation in the southeastern city of Daegu after a 61-year-old woman known as 'Patient 31' who attended services at the church tested positive for the virus last week,” the news agency said. … [Read more...] about Da Nang closely monitors tourists visiting from South Korea amid new coronavirus outbreak

The website also offers information on tourist destinations, recommended places to go, things to do and special deals or promotional programs at hotels and travel agencies throughout the country. In addition, visitors can watch 360-degree videos featuring UNESCO World Heritage Sites in Vietnam. At Hoian Ancient Town, for instance, they can not only view stunning images of the Japanese Covered Bridge, Tran Phu Street and the interiors of ancient houses but can also learn more about the town’s history, such as who built the bridge and when. … [Read more...] about VNAT launches website for tourists

"Unfortunately, the more elderly demographic found on a typical liner are more likely to be susceptible to anything which might present a serious health challenge," warned Dr Simon Clarke, an associate professor at Britain's University of Reading. … [Read more...] about Floating Petri dishes? Coronavirus puts cruise industry in the dock