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EXHIBITION Hanoi-French Embassy hosts AFP’s “Road to 2024” photo exhibition Until June 24, Featuring 24 photographs snapped by Agence France-Presse (AFP) photographers to celebrate the 2024 Paris Olympic Games. AFP photographers captured a range of unique images during previous Olympic competitions and events leading up to the 2024 Games which will be held in the French capital. Audiences will be able to experience and relive the most memorable moments of these major sporting events thanks to AFP’s distinctive perspective, which combines a expertise, creativity, and innovation. Hanoi-Exhibition “Created in Italy - An aptitude for the impossible” Until June 18, The Hanoi Museum Showcasing the journey of Italian industrial design with 31 exhibits representing the prominence of technological innovation and production. Exhibition “Road to 2024″ May 24 – June 24 French Embassy in Vietnam, 57 Tran Hung Dao Street … [Read more...] about What’s on May 29-June 4/2023

Lao Cai (VNA) - For those enchanted by the allure of Southeast Asia and the majestic beauty of the Northwest region of Vietnam, conquering Mount Fansipan - the Roof of Indochina , is hailed as the pinnacle of every adventurous expedition. Fansipan - the Roof of Indochina Vietnam may not have a mountain that stands as a national symbol like Mount Fuji in Japan or the Matterhorn in Switzerland. However, if there were to be a mountain that the Vietnamese people can proudly boast about, it would undoubtedly be Mount Fansipan - the highest peak in the Indochinese peninsula among the former French Indochina (comprising Vietnam, Cambodia and Laos). It’s not just by chance that the Vietnamese people have a saying: “Everyone has their own Fansipan to climb”, as a metaphor for their greatest dreams in life. The allure of Fansipan - A familiar stranger Fansipan, also known as Hua Xi Pan in the local language, carries the meaning of ‘the tottering giant rock’. According to the … [Read more...] about Conquering Fansipan – the “Roof of Indochina”

According to the historian, as part of his great journey, in May 1914, President Ho Chi Minh, called Nguyen Tat Thanh at that time, came to London - the power center of imperialism, the financial center of capitalism and the capital of a system that stretched to India through Africa. The U.K., at that time, was still the workshop of the world, with enormous fleets and armies. President Ho Chi Minh wanted to learn about secrets of imperialism, and to have a sense of the developed industrial world. There had been risings against imperialists, colonists and capitalism, but these had all failed. President Ho Chi Minh wanted to understand reasons behind those failures and find out different patterns to development for Vietnamese people as a nation. He arrived in London at time of great industrial unrest with a lot of strikes, such as the one in Liverpool and the Irish people’s rising in 1916 to fight for their own independence. According to Callow, this was a crucial period that … [Read more...] about London – a key destination in President Ho Chi Minh’s 30-year journey abroad

EXHIBITION Exhibition “Road to 2024″ May 24 – June 24 French Embassy in Vietnam, 57 Tran Hung Dao Street From the organizer: Curator: Manan Vatsyayana Agence France-Presse proudly presents 24 incredible photos celebrating the Games and the Olympic spirit in the “Road to 2024” exhibition. AFP photographers captured these unique images from previous Olympic competitions and events leading to the 2024 Games in Paris. The audience will be able to experience and relive the most memorable moments of these major sporting events thanks to AFP’s distinctive perspective – a blend of expertise, creativity, and innovation. Hanoi-Remission May 26, 06 pm – 09 pm Manzi Exhibition Space, 2 Hang Bun Lane From the organizer: This is a one-night-only projected showcase of new photography from Hanoi. The work was produced in a long-term intensive photography workshop at Matca and the resulting nine, extraordinary portfolios can … [Read more...] about What’s on May 22-28/5/2023

Travel companies are anticipating that if the decision is finalized in the ongoing National Assembly’s meeting, which started on May 22, the sector could take advantage of the change right from the travelling season starting in September and achieve the goal of eight million foreign tourists for this year. As of the end of April, Vietnam has welcomed nearly 3.7 million international arrivals, reaching nearly half of the goal it has set for 2023. However, these figures hint that Vietnam's tourism rebound is still underway - the 2023 goal is modest compared to the country's record 18 million international arrivals in 2019. Pham Ha, CEO of travel business Lux Group told Vietnam News: “Open policies like this will be a driving force for tourism. “I believe that with other comprehensive policies, Vietnam can receive eight million foreign visitors within the year 2023.” The visa validity extension has been a long-awaited decision for many travel agencies, as it allows easier, … [Read more...] about Industry insiders anticipate tourism boost as 90-day visa brought to N.A. meeting

International tourists wear Vietnam's signature conical hats. (Photo: VNA) Hanoi (VNS/VNA) - Will Vietnam's tourism see a boost soon? Industry insiders are optimistic about future prospects as the Government weighs up a 90-day e-visa to gain a competitive edge as a leading tourism destination. Travel companies are anticipating that if the decision is finalised in the ongoing National Assembly’s meeting, which started on May 22, the sector could take advantage of the change right from the travelling season starting in September and achieve the goal of eight million foreign tourists for this year. As of the end of April, Vietnam has welcomed nearly 3.7 million international arrivals, reaching nearly half of the goal it has set for 2023. However, these figures hint that Vietnam's tourism rebound is still underway - the 2023 goal is modest compared to the country's record 18 million international arrivals in 2019. Pham Ha, CEO of travel business Lux Group told Vietnam … [Read more...] about Industry insiders anticipate tourism boost as 90-day visa brought to NA meeting

Cathay said the experience of passengers traveling on its CX987 flight from the southwestern Chinese city of Chengdu to Hong Kong caused "widespread concern" and said it sincerely apologized. "We have suspended the flight attendants concerned and launched an internal investigation," the airline said, adding that any "inappropriate words and deeds" that violated its rules and professional ethics would be dealt with seriously once confirmed. A passenger on the flight from Chengdu to the global financial hub wrote in an online post that flight attendants complained among themselves about passengers in English and Cantonese. They said the flight attendants made fun of others for asking for a carpet instead of a blanket in English. "If you cannot say blanket in English, you cannot have it...carpet is on the floor, feel free if you want to lie on it," a flight attendant said according to a recording that was circulated widely online. Reuters could not verify the authenticity of the … [Read more...] about Cathay Pacific apologizes after passenger alleges discrimination

Cathay said the experience of passengers traveling on its CX987 flight from the southwestern Chinese city of Chengdu to Hong Kong on Sunday caused "widespread concern" and said it sincerely apologized. The airline fired three flight attendants involved after an internal investigation, CEO Ronald Lam said. "I would like to reiterate that Cathay Pacific takes a 'zero tolerance' approach to serious violations of company rules and ethics by individual employees and will not tolerate them," Lam said. He added that he would lead a cross-departmental working group to conduct a comprehensive review of service processes, staff training and related systems to enhance its service quality. "Most importantly, we must ensure that all Cathay Pacific staff respect passengers from different backgrounds and cultures and provide professional and consistent service in all areas served," Lam said. A passenger on the flight from Chengdu wrote in an online post that flight attendants complained … [Read more...] about Cathay Pacific fires three staff after passenger alleges discrimination

When my wife and I traveled Bangkok and Chiang Mai, there was nothing that outstanding about the famous Thai food and traffic infrastructure. While their transport system is indeed years ahead of Vietnam, I don’t think that’s the reason why tourism in Vietnam pales compared to our regional neighbor. What impressed me the most was the hospitality and friendliness of Thai people. When we crossed the street, cars always made way for us in the politest ways. We spent six days in Thailand, but I barely heard horns honking, even though traffic jams were a frequent occurrence. I love traveling, so I have already been to many places in Vietnam. I have met so many good people. Some were willing to let me trail behind them on my motorbike as I didn't know the way to Ha Giang. There was one time when I traveled to Dien Bien and I stopped by a small restaurant for a bowl of plain rice. The owner did not charge me for the meal as there were no side dishes available. And there was the time I … [Read more...] about Knowing Thailand, Vietnam’s tourism problems are clear