Sapa is a must-visit destination in Vietnam. - VNA/VNS Photo Huong Thu In the modern world it just took a few clicks online and a whole world of hospitality choices appeared before her eyes. She is one of the 71 per cent of the 13 million visitors to Vietnam last year to arrange all her travel online. These are the figures released in a survey on tourists carried out by Vietnam E-commerce Association (VECOM). But the results also reveal as most of the online booking agents are based outside of Viet Nam, local businesses need support to keep up. “We had never experienced Airbnb abroad together so we just want to try. Staying overnight with friends in one room seemed to be fun,” she told Vietnam News. “In Sapa, as there was no Airbnb, so we chose a hotel with a beautiful mountain view through booking.com,” she said. Arriving in the nation’s capital, she booked a homestay in Hanoi via airbnb.com. Detailed information was what Bow embraced the most. Even … [Read more...] about Vietnam’s online tourism to thrive
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27/01/2017Travel A tour of Thoi Son isle in Mekong Delta province of Tien Giang Endowed with the charming natural scenery, Thoi Son isle in the Mekong Delta province of Tien Giang now becomes an ecotourism site. However, few people know that todayâs Thoi Son is thanks to the endless efforts of local people to develop the isolated isle into one of the regionâs go-to destinations. … [Read more...] about Vietnam National Administration of Tourism
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27/01/2017Travel A tour of Thoi Son isle in Mekong Delta province of Tien Giang Endowed with the charming natural scenery, Thoi Son isle in the Mekong Delta province of Tien Giang now becomes an ecotourism site. However, few people know that todayâs Thoi Son is thanks to the endless efforts of local people to develop the isolated isle into one of the regionâs go-to destinations. … [Read more...] about National Administration of Tourism Vietnam+ (VietnamPlus)
Vietnam to pilot electronic visa from January 1, 2017
The Hanoitimes - In the implementation of more favourable policies, Vietnam will pilot granting electronic visas for international visitors in 2017 and 2018, Nguyen Van Tuan, Director of the Vietnam National Administration of Tourism (VNAT) unveiled at a recent press conference in Hanoi. Accordingly, from January 1, 2017, procedures for applying and payment will be done online. It will take 3 days to process application for an e-visa valid for 30 days. The visa does not require letters of guarantee or invitation. The move reflects the Government’s efforts to stimulate tourism, according to VNAT Director Nguyen Van Tuan. It will facilitate the application for a Vietnamese visa of foreign tourists, Tuan noted, adding that the tourism sector is still looking forwards to the implementation of more favourable policies, particularly in waiving visa for foreign tourists. Foreign tourists visit Hoan Kiem lake in Hanoi capital. Photo by Hong Hanh. VNAT Director Nguyen Van Tuan … [Read more...] about Vietnam to pilot electronic visa from January 1, 2017
The book “Achievements in Protecting and Promoting Human Rights in Vietnam”
Preface Chapter I: Vietnam's Viewpoints and Policies on Human Rights Chapter II: Vietnam's Achievements in the Protection and Promotion of Human Rights I. Civil and Political Rights 1. Rights to Vote and Stand for Election, and to Participate in the Administration of the State and Management of the Society 2. Freedoms of Speech and the Press, and the Right to Information 3. Freedom of Association and Assembly 4. Freedom of Religion and Belief 5. Ensuring Equal Rights among Ethnic Groups 6. Ensuring the Rights to Life, Physical Inviolability and Dignity 7. Freedom of Movement and Residence II. Economic, Social and Cultural Rights 1. Rights to Economic Development and Improvement of the Material Life 2. Social Rights 3. Right to Healthcare III. Rights of Women, Children, Family, Elderly and Disabled People. 1. Women's Rights and Elimination of All Forms of Discrimination against Women 2. The Rights of the Child 3. Rights of Disabled People and Agent … [Read more...] about The book “Achievements in Protecting and Promoting Human Rights in Vietnam”