The management of Hanoi’s first metro line has allowed folding bicycles on the trains in order to provide commuters with more convenient and easier access to the public transport system. Travelers are now permitted to bring their folding bikes on board the trains of the Cat Linh-Ha Dong metro line, Vu Hong Truong, general director of Hanoi Metro Company, operator of the system, said on Sunday. Cat Linh-Ha Dong is the first-ever metro line to be put into operation in Vietnam, Truong continued, adding that several improvements still need to be made during the operation of the system. Being the only metro route in Hanoi now, it has yet to be connected with other forms of public transportation, thus allowing folding bikes on the trains will provide commuters with easier access to the metro line. Folding bikes are usually compact and light and will not take up too much space, Truong elaborated. However, the operator will deny service to passengers if their vehicles are too big … [Read more...] about Passengers allowed to carry folding bicycles on Hanoi’s first metro line
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Enjoy stunning sunrise over central Vietnam’s magical beaches
Quy Nhon City in Binh Dinh Province has long been a top beach destination for Vietnam’s summer vacationers. When visiting Quy Nhon, morning beach strolls to take in the fresh air and catch the gorgeous sunrise of the coastal paradise are a must. Hoang Hau Beach, Thi Nai Bridge, Eo Gio (Windy Strait), and Ky Co Beach are all favorites amongst visitors looking to catch the sun as it peaks over Quy Nhon’s waters. The beach in the center of the city is also an excellent site to catch a sunrise without having to travel far. The sun rises quite early in Quy Nhon so visitors should make sure they are where they want to be by 4:30 am. A visitor poses for a photo during sunset at the coastal she-oak forest at Cat Hai Beach in Quy Nhon City, Binh Dinh Province, south-central Vietnam. Photo: Nguyen Hien / Tuoi Tre Sunrise against a background of wind turbines in Quy Nhon City, Binh Dinh Province, south-central Vietnam. Photo: Nguyen Hien / Tuoi Tre … [Read more...] about Enjoy stunning sunrise over central Vietnam’s magical beaches
Picturesque nature, delicious food call tourists to Hue
Tourists visiting Hue City in Thua Thien-Hue Province should stand next to the Huong (Perfume) River and take a deep breath, while listening to the honeyed voice of Hue residents. They will truly feel how lovely Hue is. Hue’s climate is so special. It is scorching in summer, which lasts from March to August, while temperatures plunge in winter and turns quite cool in spring, which is from January to March. The rainy season in Hue, located in central Vietnam, lasts from October to January. Thuy Xuan Incense Village is a popular destination for the youth in Hue. Situated on Huyen Tran Cong Chua Street and around seven kilometers from the center of the city, it takes 15 minutes to travel to the village by motorbike. The village attracts tourists with colorful incense bunches. Tourists can buy conical leaf hats and use them as an accessory to take photos or give them as a souvenir. Photo: Ngoc Quyen / Tuoi Tre Tourists from large cities can come to Hue by plane, … [Read more...] about Picturesque nature, delicious food call tourists to Hue
Vietnam halts scuba diving off popular island to protect coral
Vietnam has banned swimming and scuba diving at a popular central tourist spot in an attempt to revive its damaged coral reef, officials said Monday. The Southeast Asian nation boasts more than 3,200 kilometres of coastline with crystal clear waters, vibrant sea life and sandy beaches that are a huge tourism draw. Coral reefs across Southeast Asia have been badly hit by global warming, with scientists warning their degradation could have devasting environmental and economic knock-on effects. Recent photos taken off Hon Mun island -- about 14 kilometres from the city of Nha Trang and popular with divers thanks to its diverse ecosystem -- showed the reef bleached and damaged. "The Nha Trang bay management authority decided to halt swimming and scuba diving activities in areas around Hon Mun island," officials said. In a statement they said the ban was to "evaluate the condition of sensitive area so that an appropriate plan to enact the sea conservation area" could be made. … [Read more...] about Vietnam halts scuba diving off popular island to protect coral
15 airlines to operate more intl’ flights to, from Vietnam’s Da Nang
Fifteen airlines are expected to operate international flights connecting numerous destinations with Da Nang from now until the end of the year, promising ample opportunities for the promotion and development of local tourism. These airlines will operate international routes from such countries as South Korea, Thailand, Singapore, Japan, and Malaysia, among others, to Da Nang with a total frequency of up to 90 flights per week, Ho Ky Minh, vice-chairman of the municipal People’s Committee, said on Monday. The Vietnamese coastal city recently collaborated with budget carrier Vietjet Air in opening five air routes to major cities in India and Singapore. In the first six months of this year, Da Nang has welcomed 286 international flights carrying 35,000 passengers, according to vice-chairman Minh. On June 24, the city received a record of 120 domestic and international flights, the official added. The local tourism sector has had a positive and breakthrough recovery with a … [Read more...] about 15 airlines to operate more intl’ flights to, from Vietnam’s Da Nang
Việt Nam needs to develop fintech services for SMEs
Việt Nam's small- and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) need fintech services for development in the future. — Photo baochinhphu.vn HÀ NỘI — Việt Nam needs to develop financial technology (fintech) services for small- and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), according to experts. "Existing innovative digital financial services for SMEs have not yet been systematically formed. Meanwhile, these enterprises always need more and more accessible financial services with low cost and a variety of products," said Bùi Huy Nhượng, vice rector of the National Economics University. Therefore, innovative financial services for SMEs need to be studied to develop not only for fintech startups but also for traditional financial institutions and technology companies. Dr Lương Thái Bảo, executive director of the Bachelor of Financial Technology Programme at the National Economics University, said that Việt Nam had a large number of SMEs, while it also has a high IT application index in the region. … [Read more...] about Việt Nam needs to develop fintech services for SMEs
Viet Nam needs to develop fintech services for SMEs
Viet Nam's small- and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) need fintech services for development in the future. — Photo baochinhphu.vn Viet Nam needs to develop financial technology (fintech) services for small- and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), according to experts. "Existing innovative digital financial services for SMEs have not yet been systematically formed. Meanwhile, these enterprises always need more and more accessible financial services with low cost and a variety of products," said Bui Huy Nhuong, vice rector of the National Economics University. Therefore, innovative financial services for SMEs need to be studied to develop not only for fintech startups but also for traditional financial institutions and technology companies. Dr Luong Thai Bao, executive director of the Bachelor of Financial Technology Programme at the National Economics University, said that Viet Nam had a large number of SMEs, while it also has a high IT application index in the region. SMEs … [Read more...] about Viet Nam needs to develop fintech services for SMEs