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Data from to South Korea-based KB Kookmin Card between January 1 – May 15 showed Taiwan, Vietnam, Japan and Thailand are particularly popular destinations for Korean tourists with the growth rates of 319%, 227%, 193% and 172% year-on-year, respectively. Japan and Vietnam - the two countries chosen by Korean tourists to visit the most, still show their attractiveness, with increases of 222% and 163% respectively. The number of air tickets to Vietnam booked by Korean tourists accounted for 12% of the total of air tickets for outbound tours, just after Japan with 52%. According to KB Kookmin Card, the booking rate of air tickets by Korean holiday-makers increased in all regions, with the highest growth recorded for Asia with a year-on-year surge of 192%. Travel agencies, airlines, and duty-free shops in the RoK witnessed respective revenue surges of 409%, 150% and 88% compared to the same period last year. … [Read more...] about Vietnam among top destinations for South Korean visitors

Among destinations for solo travelers, Ho Chi Minh City is most suitable for solo backpackers, according to U.S. online magazine Money.com. The Vietnamese metropolis is a bustling and affordable place that offers a wide range of attractions to solo travelers, from the inexpensive food and accommodations to an abundance of cultural and historical sites. “Its vibrant culture, friendly people, and amazing food attract millions of tourists annually," Money.com said. "And it’s also one of Vietnam’s safest cities.” The website recommends travelers try some of the mouth-watering street food available in every corner of the city, especially in District 1, District 3, and District 5, do shopping at Ben Thanh Market, and visit the Notre-Dame Cathedral Basilica of Saigon in District 1. Travelers can book tours to the Mekong Delta from Ho Chi Minh City. It is also easy to get around the city with many transportation options, from buses, taxis to motorbikes, and metro lines in the near … [Read more...] about Ho Chi Minh City the best destination for solo backpacking: Money.com

Korean tourists have spent money on travel abroad as soon as COVID-19 prevention measures being lifted. Data from to KB Kookmin Card in January 1 – May 15 showed that in Asia, Taiwan (China), Vietnam, Japan, and Thailand are particularly popular destinations for Korean tourists with the growth rates of 319%, 227%, 193%, and 172%, respectively. Japan and Vietnam - the two countries chosen by Korean tourists to visit the most, still show their attractiveness, with increases of 222% and 163% respectively. The number of air tickets to Vietnam booked by Korean tourists accounted for 12% of the total of air tickets for outbound tours, just after Japan with 52%. According to KB Kookmin Card, the booking rate of air tickets by Korean holiday-makers increased in all regions, with the highest growth recorded for Asia with a year-on-year surge of 192%. Travel agencies, airlines, and duty-free shops in the RoK witnessed respective revenue surges of 409%, 150%, and 88% compared to the … [Read more...] about Vietnam among top three attractive destinations for RoK visitors

The 2023 Ninh Binh tourism week attracts crowds of tourists (Photo: VNA) Ninh Binh (VNA) - The 2023 Ninh Binh tourism week themed “The Golden Colour of Tam Coc - Trang An ” kicked off in Hoa Lu district of the northern province of Ninh Binh on may 27. As annual tourism activity held by the local authorities, the event aims to promote and introduce unique, attractive and outstanding values of tourism resources of Ninh Binh, especially UNESCO-recognised World Cultural and Natural Heritage - Trang An Scenic Landscape Complex. Via the annual event, Ninh Binh continues affirming its brand and position as a safe and friendly destination, as voted by many renowned newspapers, magazines and travel websites worldwide as one of the top 10 ideal destinations for a wonderful family vacation in 2023. The event offers a chance for visitors to admire a 9,500 sq.m painting using rice as material on vast fields of Tam Coc stretching along the winding Ngo Dong river. (Photo: … [Read more...] about Tourism week “The Golden Colour of Tam Coc – Trang An” opens in Ninh Binh

Being one of the best-loved railways in Southeast Asia, Vietnam's North-South Railway, with two ends at Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh City, attracts many travelers. Lonely Planet, the world-renowned travel guide, named Vietnam National Railway the most incredible rail trip in the world. The 1,730-kilometer journey from Hanoi to Ho Chi Minh City offers breathtaking views of the country's diverse landscapes, making it a must-see for foreigners coming to Vietnam, the magazine said. "Some railways rattle through historic cities; others swoosh beside spectacular coastlines. A few have an epic history, and one or two are remarkable for the colorful characters onboard. The Reunification Express line, known as the North–South Railway, fulfills all these criteria," it stated. The railway is one of Southeast Asia's best-loved railways and the world's most epic overnight train journeys. It's also one of Vietnam's tourism highlights that attracts many international visitors. … [Read more...] about Vietnam’s Reunification Express named world’s most incredible rail journey: Lonely Planet

Situated over 70 kilometers from Hanoi, Hoa Binh Province overflows with cultural identities and charming venues to lure visitors. As the gateway to the northwestern region, the province, which boasts various unspoiled tourist destinations, has attracted numerous travelers over the past few years. Some must-visit places are recommended to holidaymakers in Hoa Binh. Mai Chau: Hoa Binh’s most popular tourist area Mai Chau is the province’s most famous tourist site, which is favored by not only in-the-know tourists from Hanoi and neighboring provinces, but also international visitors. The place is often selected for a weekend trip to relax and relieve stress. Apart from enjoying the fresh air in the majestic mountainous area, travelers might also admire a picturesque view shrouded by clouds at Thung Khe Pass or Da Trang (White Stone) Pass en route to the heart of Mai Chau District. Also, the mountainous district features a variety of cultural traits and the Thai ethnic … [Read more...] about Hoa Binh Province in Vietnam delights travelers with northwest beauty, uniqueness

As annual tourism activity held by the local authorities, the event aims to promote and introduce unique, attractive and outstanding values of  tourism resources of Ninh Binh, especially UNESCO-recognized World Cultural and Natural Heritage - Trang An Scenic Landscape Complex. Via the annual event, Ninh Binh continues affirming its brand and position as a safe and friendly destination, as voted by many renowned newspapers, magazines and travel websites worldwide as one of the top 10 ideal destinations for a wonderful family vacation in 2023. The event offers a chance for visitors to admire a 9,500sq.m painting using rice as material on vast fields of Tam Coc stretching along the winding Ngo Dong river. The painting symbolizes abundance and the bountiful water element that supports the sustainable development of green tourism in the ancient capital of Hoa Lu, a land of cultural heritage for thousands of years. Rice fields in Tam Coc have been voted as one of the most beautiful in … [Read more...] about Tourism week “The Golden Color of Tam Coc – Trang An” opens in Ninh Binh

The 9,500 sq.m painting using rice as material on vast fields of Tam Coc stretches along the meandering Ngô Đồng river. It symbolizes abundance and the bountiful water element. The rice painting is a highlight of the 2023 Ninh Binh tourism week, which started on May 27./. The picture is not only bold in folk and cultural colors of the Vietnam ese people, but also honors the values of agricultural activities through the image of rice, and expresses the dream of a peaceful year, bountiful crops. The most impressive and enticing time to visit Tam Cốc is around late May and early June. During this period, the vibrant yellow of the rice fields extends shimmering alongside the Ngô Đồng River, flowing under majestic limestone mountain ranges./. VNA … [Read more...] about Rice painting in Ninh Binh impressing visitors

American computational software multinational Cadence Design Systems has inked a deal with the Saigon Hi-Tech Park (SHTP) in Ho Chi Minh City to better workforces in integrated circuit design in Vietnam. Cadence and SHTP announced their partnership in developing a workforce in electronics design and boosting the semiconductor integrated circuit industry in the country on Tuesday. As per the deal, Cadence will provide software for designing integrated circuits and offer related training courses to university students in Ho Chi Minh City. Via these courses, students in the city will be able to gain in-depth knowledge about integrated circuit design and learn how to fix technical errors during the design process, and to produce integrated circuits. Nguyen Anh Thi, head of the SHTP management board, said that the cooperation would foster electronics design, development and research activities, driving up the country’s integrated circuit industry. Students at Ho Chi Minh … [Read more...] about US firm supports Ho Chi Minh City in chip design training