Ninh Binh Tourism Week 2019 is being held from May 18 to 25 at the well-known tourist site of Tam Coc in the northern province’s Hoa Lu district. Tam Coc in yellow paddy fields (Photo source from: anninhthudo.vn) The week aims to introduce and promote the attractive features and significant values of the local tourism sector, in particular the Trang An Scenic Landscape Complex, a UNESCO World Cultural and Natural Heritage Site. Now is the season when rice ripens and when Tam Coc - Bich Dong, part of the Trang An Landscape Complex, is surrounded by yellow rice fields in the valley and along the Ngo Dong River, like golden silk embracing limestone mountains. Visitors can participate in a range of cultural activities during the week. Highlights include a photography tour to Tam Coc, a photo exhibition featuring Tam Coc and other tourist sites, traditional festivals, an exhibition of traditional crafts of the province, and demonstrations of how they are made, such as … [Read more...] about Ninh Binh Tourism Week 2019 underway
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Vesak celebration participants visit Ninh Binh province
Buddhist monks who attended the UN Day of Vesak 2019 celebration visit Bai Dinh Pagoda in Ninh Binh province on May 14 (Photo: VNA) Ninh Binh (VNA) – The northern province of Ninh Binh on May 14 welcomed nearly 130 delegates of the UN Day of Vesak 2019 after the event had wrapped up in nearby Ha Nam province the same day. They toured the Trang An Landscape Complex – the world’s mixed cultural and natural heritage – and Bai Dinh Pagoda in Ninh Binh. Most of the delegates expressed their delight at the success of the UN Day of Vesak celebrations. Chanaka Kumanayaka, a delegate from Sri Lanka, said he was impressed with the professional organisation of the event, which attracted more than 3,000 participants from 113 countries and territories. He also highlighted the warm, friendly, and thoughtful welcome of the organising board. He added he was wowed by the beauty of Vietnam as well as Tam Chuc Pagoda of Ha Nam and Bai Dinh Pagoda of Ninh Binh, wishing to … [Read more...] about Vesak celebration participants visit Ninh Binh province
Vietjet Air opens first direct route from Hanoi to Japan
Illustrative image (Photo: VNA) Hanoi (VNA) - Budget carrier Vietjet Air officially launched its first direct flights to Japan, connecting the capital city of Hanoi and Osaka city. The new route is hoped to help boost tourism, trade and integration between the two countries. The opening ceremony took place at Kansai Airport in the special traditional “Kagami Biraki” of Japan. All passengers onboard both inaugural flights received charming gifts such as brocade bags, special pens and caps from Vietjet Air representatives. “We are honoured that Kansai International Airport has been chosen as Vietjet’s first destination in Japan from Hanoi and soon from HCM City,” said Jeremy Goldstrich, Corporate Executive Vice President and Chief Operating Officer of Kansai Airport. “Hanoi is an amazing city and is also the gateway to world famous tourist destinations such as Ha Long Bay, Ninh Binh and Sapa,” he said, expressing his hope that more … [Read more...] about Vietjet Air opens first direct route from Hanoi to Japan
Foreigners splash the cash on Hanoi Old Quarter’s tourism services
Many lucrative services aimed at foreign tourists are thriving in Hanoi’s Old Quarter. Accommodation is the number one profit-making service. There are a variety of accommodation options with affordable prices starting from just US$3-US$6 per night. The wide range of delicious street food attracts a lot of foreigners. Restaurants and coffee shops on Hanoi’s ancient streets are always packed with customers. Foreigner tourists enjoy a refreshing cold beer from street side establishments. There are many bars which are designed to serve backpackers which have become attractive destinations for foreigners. Package tours to destinations such as Sa Pa, Ha Long and Ninh Binh are always fully booked by foreigners. At peak season, travel companies offer promotional tours to entice tourists. Transport to the airport can be booked for just US$11. The sale and rental of motorbikes can generate a lot of money for businesses. Rental prices range between US$10 and US$12 per … [Read more...] about Foreigners splash the cash on Hanoi Old Quarter’s tourism services
Holiday season hits fever pitch as tours book up
Vistors at VITM travel fair in Hanoi (Photo: VNA) Hanoi (VNS/VNA) - People in the capital have made preparations for the upcoming four-day (from April 28 - May 1) holiday celebrating the Reunification Day (April 30) and Labour Day (May 1), and many of them will be traveling. Many tourism companies are reporting a 20 percent increase in bookings as compared to non-holiday days. Popular destinations near Hanoi include Sa Pa (Lao Cai province); Ha Long Bay and Cat Ba Island (Quang Ninh province); Tam Dao mountain (Vinh Phuc province) and Ninh Binh province and those further away, including the central cities of Da Nang, Quy Nhon, Phu Yen, Nha Trang, the coastal town of Mui Ne (Binh Thuan province) and Phu Quoc Island (Kien Giang province). People with more money may choose travel to Southeast Asian countries, East Asia and Europe. For months before this holiday travel agencies in Hanoi have prepared relevant tours to serve tourists. The Vietravel Tourism Company has worked … [Read more...] about Holiday season hits fever pitch as tours book up