Visitors were from European countries, China, Japan and South Korea. Tourists took part in tour “Tay an tet ta” ( Foreigners enjoy lunar new year in Vietnam) as well as flower festival in Tao Dan Park, visited Cho Lon where a large community of Chinese-Vietnamese people are living. Moreover, they had a chance to understand more about Vietnamese traditional Tet holiday. A large number of foreign travelers visited Mekong delta provinces to find out locals’ tradition and customs as well as participate in folk cultural activities.By THI HONG - Translated by ANH QUAN Tags: foreigners travelers lunar new year in Vietnam Department of Tourism HCMC … [Read more...] about Nearly 100,000 foreigners enjoy lunar new year in HCMC
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Asian students celebrate Lunar New Year in Russia
The programme was a venue for Asian students to enjoy the Tet atmosphere and created an opportunity for students to strengthen their solidarity and friendship. Vietnamese student Nguyen Phuong Hoa said that the event was initiated and organised by Vietnamese students at the Financial University and received positive support from the university. Nearly 200 students and guests from the university enjoyed a cozy Tet atmosphere and traditional art performances from Vietnam, China and Mongolia. Traditional Vietnamese customs and food eaten during Tet festival were also introduced at the event, attracting much attention from international friends. Anatoly Kislyakov, head of the International Relations Department at the Financial University, valued the activeness of the Vietnamese students in learning and social activities. He also thanked the Vietnamese students for such a great exchange which brought about surprises for guests through the beauty and charm of traditional costumes, songs and … [Read more...] about Asian students celebrate Lunar New Year in Russia
Celebrate the New Year in style with Ascott Vietnam
As a Singaporean company that has grown to be one of the leading international lodging owner-operators, Ascott Limited has more than 55,000 operating units in key cities of the Americas, Asia-Pacific, Europe, the Middle East, and Africa, as well as over 39,000 units which are under development, making a total of more than 94,000 units in over 630 properties. Ascott Vietnam and Cambodia offer great holiday packages to customers To welcome the New Year, Ascott’s properties in Vietnam and Cambodia invite customers to start the year with spectacular memories by offering them a great booking package. This three bedroom unit in Somerset West Point, Hanoi will be an ideal destination for those who want to enjoy the atmosphere of Lunar New Year in Hanoi. Make a plan, get packing, and create wonderful moments for you and your loved ones. Enjoy up to 35 per cent off on Flexible Rates along with complimentary Special Welcome amenities, 30 per cent discounts on airport transfer, and … [Read more...] about Celebrate the New Year in style with Ascott Vietnam
Big Apple joins in ringing in New Year after rough 2018
Fireworks exploded overhead and couples kissed as revelers welcomed the New Year in New York City’s Times Square. – AFP Photo Viet Nam News NEW YORK - New York City’s crystal ball dropped as rain-soaked throngs in Times Square cheered and smooched in celebration, joining revelers around the world in welcoming the New Year on Tuesday and saying goodbye to a tumultuous 2018. For many, the sparkling sphere’s time-honored descent came after hours spent in cold, wet weather -- a wait made easier by performances from entertainers such as Christina Aguilera, Sting and Snoop Dogg. Just before the ball fell, Bebe Rexha sang John Lennon’s "Imagine", and in the first moments of 2109 many in the square sang along to Frank Sinatra’s "New York, New York", boomed from loudspeakers. "It was like a true state of pure bliss and unity and love, and it felt like there was no hate in the world," Brie Dunn, 22, told ABC News as fireworks exploded overhead. … [Read more...] about Big Apple joins in ringing in New Year after rough 2018
Vietnam Airlines shifts to new terminal in China
A corner of Baiyun International Airport in China’s Guangzhou City. — Photo VNA Vietnam Airlines Corporation has announced that it will switch operations to Terminal T2 from T1 at Baiyun International Airport in China’s Guangzhou City from May 19 to improve its services. Covering an area of some 880,700sq.m., the new terminal is one of the largest terminals in China and can serve 45 million passengers per year. At the terminal, Vietnam Airlines will run check-in counters from 25 to 33. Fast-track services for Golden Lotus members with Platinum membership status and business-class passengers will be applicable at the new terminal. The 4,200sq.m. business-class waiting lounge is on the fourth floor and will serve Golden Lotus members and business-class passengers from May 19. Vietnam Airlines has informed passengers of the change in English, Vietnamese and Chinese. Relevant authorities will provide further information to passengers at Terminal T2 and will also … [Read more...] about Vietnam Airlines shifts to new terminal in China