Having the most fun in the world while at home Vietnam’s tourism brand will benefit from developing more world-class cultural festivalsSABECO ROLLS OUT NEW PROMOTION BRAND NEW HOUSE AWAITS LUCKY CUSTOMERModern theme parks and man-made marvels have energised tourism destinations throughout VietnamHOW HOTEL OWNERS AND OPERATORS CAN DRIVE PROFITS THROUGH INNOVATION While international and domestic tourists have flocked to Ha Long Bay to admire the karst topography for many years, Ha Long City has lacked cultural events, modern entertainment and attractive beaches to prolong the duration of their visits. But that’s finally changing thanks to a major makeover that’s transformed the city’s image. A natural wonder of the world When Ha Long Bay was recognised as world nature heritage by UNESCO in 1994, people in Ha Long city and Quang Ninh Province imagined a bright future for their homeland’s tourism industry. Each year, the city started to see millions of … [Read more...] about How Ha Long City has been tranformed into a vibrant destination
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Vogue names Sapa among best places everyone should visit in their lifetime
The Hanoitimes - Whether it’s food, history or natural wonders that catch your eye when deciding on where to go next, wanderlust is most definitely real for all us—no matter our preferences for the particulars of a place. Sapa in Lao Cai province in Vietnam has been listed among the 50 places that you need to visit at least once in your lifetime, according to a list released by Vogue, a Australia magazine. Sapa, Lao Cai province in Vietnam. Photo: Instagram.com/niyaziikaaya “Hidden in the mountains of Vietnam, a trip to Sapa is like entering a far, far away land from the bustling streets of Hanoi,” Vogue wrote. Francesca Wallace, assistant digital editor of Vogue, advises travelers that the natural beauty of Sapa will take away the breath of even the most seasoned of travelers. Book a multi-day guided tour with a homestay along the way and you won’t regret it. Plus, be sure to pick up a souvenir in the form of handmade blanket from one of … [Read more...] about Vogue names Sapa among best places everyone should visit in their lifetime
’Warm hospitality sets VN apart’
By Diệu An HÀ NỘI — It is by riding a bicycle that you learn the contours of a country best, since you have to sweat up the hills and coast down them, American author Ernest Hemingway once said. There is another American who has taken this advice and used two wheels to get a comprehensive understanding of Việt Nam’s nature, culture and people. He is Ted Osius, a former US Ambassador to Việt Nam, who just finished a cycling adventure of 138km in the country’s most poetic city of Huế. Accepting the invitation of Nguyễn Trung Trực, a brother-in-law of Việt Nam’s legendary music composer Trịnh Công Sơn, Ted spent late August participating in Coupe de Hue, a sport cycling event. “Trực is my friend, and he knows I love the beautiful, historic city of Huế. The ride was spectacular, and a lot of fun. My family joined me for the event, and we all enjoyed … [Read more...] about ’Warm hospitality sets VN apart’
Condé Nast Traveller names Vietnam among best destinations in October
The Hanoitimes - Condé Nast Traveller has announced its list of the best destinations in the world for the October holiday. Vietnam has been ranked 13th among the 20 best places to visit in October, according to a list released by Condé Nast Traveller, a UK travel magazine. Rice fields, Sapa. Photo: cntraveller.com “October is the beginning of dry season in Vietnam’s north and south, where monumental natural spectacles and buzzing city scenes both abound. Up top, hill station Sapa is the gateway to misty treks, Hanoi is all chaos, condensed-milk coffees on low plastic stools and some of the best food you’ll ever taste,” Condé Nast Traveller wrote. In addition, the Mekong Delta is a whole world bobbing on canals and streams, and Ho Chi Minh City is where the bohos go, don’t miss The Café Apartment, a nine-storey block stuffed with fairy-lit mini-boutiques and craft coffee stores. Rome (Italy) tops the list, followed by … [Read more...] about Condé Nast Traveller names Vietnam among best destinations in October
Vietnam among eight countries where rupee’s exchange rates will make you smile
The Hanoitimes - The Better India has announced its list of the top countries that just one Rupee will be enough to buy you a full meal. The Better India, India’s largest media platform for social impact, has just named Vietnam the number one country that offer memorable travel experiences for the adventure, without draining your bank account dry. Vietnam among eight countries where rupee’s exchange rates will make you smile. Vietnam is rich in history and culture, and is also a foodie’s paradise, according to The Better India. “This country is an unusual potpourri of hill-tribe villages and sprawling cities. There are some amazing sights to be witnessed, like the sea of limestone islands from a traditional junk’s deck in Ha Long Bay or the world’s most intricate cave systems in Phong Nha-Ke Bang National Park,” The Better India wrote. Vietnam is a comprehensive history lesson, and for the culture enthusiast, loaded with … [Read more...] about Vietnam among eight countries where rupee’s exchange rates will make you smile