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The newly renovated New World Starbucks in HCM City. — Photo Courtesy of Starbucks Vietnam Ten years after coming to Viet Nam, Starbucks has achieved significant milestones and become one of the leading brands in the Vietnamese coffee market. Since the opening its first store in HCM City, Starbucks Vietnam has spread to nine Vietnamese cities and provinces and has over 1,200 partners in 92 operating stores. "I am proud of our accomplishments over the past decade and this is just the beginning. This journey would not have been possible without the support of our customers and partners. We are very grateful and want to share our achievements with them," said Patricia Marques, general manager of Starbucks Vietnam. "We look forward to the future of Starbucks in Viet Nam – quality, elevated coffee experiences for our customers, to contribute positively to our communities and give more than we take from the planet will remain our key priorities," she said. Along with a decade of … [Read more...] about Starbucks is committed to strengthening customer experience, sustainability and uplifting communities

Vi Ro Ngheo Village, known as Homestay Village, in Dak Tang Commune of Kon Tun Province’s Kon Plong District in the Central Highlands region of Vietnam brings tourists unique community-based tourism experiences. Surrouned by gigantic mountains and forests, the Xo Dang ethnic minority group’s village has emerged as a popular destination for travelers who love exploring the culture and nature of the Central Highlands region. Homestay Village filled with flowers The charming village of the Xo Dang ethnic group, about 45 kilometers from the famous Mang Den Town, was recognized as a community tourist site in April this year. The village is home to 63 households with nearly 300 Xo Dang ethnic people. The locals mainly grow rice, catch fish, and raise buffaloes for a living. Most locals in the village do not drink alcohol or beer. Apart from their work, they often play sports and join traditional art performances, such as beating a gong, singing folk songs, and dancing. Vi Ro … [Read more...] about Picturesque tourism village in Vietnam’s Central Highlands awakens visitors to travel

Bui Thi Mao (R), Director of the Hoai Trung Tea Co. Ltd, introduces the “dinh” tea premium product to a foreign customer. (Photo: VNA) Phu Tho (VNA) – The “dinh” tea premium product of the Hoai Trung Tea Co. Ltd, based in Chi Tien commune of Thanh Ba district, the northern midland province of Phu Tho, has been rated five stars at the national level under the One Commune, One Product (OCOP) programme. The Hoai Trung “dinh” tea premium product is the combination of three special varieties planted on the hills of Thanh Ba district and undergoing a special processing technique to create a unique taste. Bui Thi Mao, Director of the Hoai Trung Tea Co. Ltd , said one kilogramme of dried “dinh” tea needs at least seven - eight kilogrammes of fresh buds to be made. After being picked, tea buds must be left to dry naturally for four - five hours before they are put into rubbing and drying machines for processing. Processed tea is evenly curled and as small as nails, called “dinh” … [Read more...] about Phu Tho has first tea product given national five-star OCOP rating

Le Minh Hong in Duc Thuong Commune is using long hoses to transport water from a well into his 10 m3 water tank. The current water shortage has his whole neighborhood innovating in industrious and creative ways to procure hydration and keep from drying. Hong’s tank’s sand filtration process removes poisonous metallic particles from the water, making it safe to drink. Nguyen Dinh Ha, general director of the Western Hanoi Water company, said around 7,000 families in Hoai Duc District have been affected by the water shortage. The long water shortage has turned lives upside down. Local resident Binh said his family has been living without clean water for nearly a week. He's had to ask his neighbors for well water. Then Binh was finally able to install water pumps on Wednesday, allowing him to obtain water from the well and deal with all his family’s dirty dishes that had built up for days. Tran Van Vu built a … [Read more...] about No clean water for thousands of Hanoi families this summer

The journey to Tien Cave in Coc Ly Commune, Bac Ha District, follows a miniature path resembling the flow of the Chay River. The river originates at tributaries in the western Ha Giang Province and then meanders through Lao Cai and Yen Bai before merging with the Lo River in Phu Tho. According to the Lao Cai Tourism Information and Promotion Center, Tien Cave is a natural cave that has not been developed for tourism yet. While it has been a passing sight on Bao Nhai - Coc Ly Market tours, its popularity among domestic tourists has grown steadily since early 2023. Tien Cave offers a captivating scene reminiscent of Ha Giang's renowned Tu San Pass, which stands as one of Southeast Asia's most magnificent canyons. At Tien, visitors can camp in the cave and engage in various water activities on the river. The landscape at Tien Cave in Lao Cai Province. Photos by Dung Nguyen Local tour guide Dung Nguyen explains that reaching Tien Cave requires a journey to Bao Nhai … [Read more...] about Natural outdoor adventure abounds at Tien Cave

So let's explore the variety and richness of these dishes. Lau ga la e - Chicken hotpot with e leaves Lau ga la e is a delicious Vietnamese chicken stew that features a special herb called la e , or lemon basil leaves. This herb has a unique aroma that gives the dish its characteristic flavor. The stew also contains bamboo shoots, mushrooms, bird's eye chilies and various spices that enhance the taste and texture of the dish. A pot of lau ga la e filled with chicken, bamboo shoots and mushrooms. Photo by VnExpress/Bui Thuy The broth is savory and sweet, with a hint of sourness. The bamboo shoots add some crunch and earthiness to the dish, while the fresh e leaves provide a burst of herbal aroma and a slight bitterness that balances the richness of the broth. The leaves cook quickly, so do not leave them in the broth too long. This dish originates from Phu Yen Province in central Vietnam, where the leaf grows abundantly in the sandy soil and sunny … [Read more...] about Vietnam hotpot culture boasts full-spectrum flavors

The 2023 National Traffic Safety Contest will be organised for six months on a larger scale and with bigger prizes. Deputy Director of the Traffic Police Department, Le Xuan Duc, speaks at the launching ceremony of the Vietnam Traffic Safety Initiative 2023 programme on April 5. The contest, which is co-organised by the Traffic Police Department under the Ministry of Public Security, Dantri/Dtinews Newspaper and Toyota Vietnam Company, will open for entries until August 25 with total prizes amounting to VND321 million. This is the second year the annual contest is launched under the Vietnam Traffic Safety Initiative 2023 programme, which aims at seeking initiatives and solutions for current traffic issues including reducing traffic accidents and congestion in Vietnam. The 2023 contest will have three categories that will focus on general traffic safety and the use of technology in traffic safety. It will address traffic congestion, drink-driving, and general … [Read more...] about National traffic safety contest organised on larger scale this year

Since travel restrictions were lifted post-pandemic, I've visited places such as Borneo, western Malaysia, Laos and India. One thought keeps entering my mind: why aren't things as straightforward as they are in Vietnam? Inarguably, Vietnam has it complications at times. The traffic can instigate road rage in the calmest of individuals, and compromises to one's safety are not limited to when you're sitting on a motorbike. But there are at least 10 reasons why a Vietnam trip is easy, and one of the best. 1. The weak currency You cannot discuss travel without talking about money. An inescapable fact that makes Vietnam one of the easiest places to travel in the world is its currency. Vietnam dong is one of the weakest in the world, with the price of one U.S. dollar often converting to around VND23,000. Usually you have to be cautious with your spending when traveling. It’s easy to be afraid of checking the converted price of food alongside one too many drinks at lunch. But in … [Read more...] about The convenience of travel in Vietnam