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Illustrative photo. (Photo: VNA) Hanoi (VNA) – The Ho Chi Minh City Ballet Symphony Orchestra and Opera has announced a Sergei Rachmaninov music night will take place on March 26 at the city’s Opera House to mark the 150th birthday of the Russian famous romantic composer (1873 - 2023). The guest artist this time is pianist Nguyen Viet Trung who will return from Poland. Trung and the city’s orchestra will perform under the baton of Meritorious Artist Tran Vuong Thach. The audience will enjoy two famous works of Rachmaninov - Rhapsody on a Theme by Paganini for Piano and Orchestra and Symphony No. 2 in E minor. Pianist Trung was trained at Bydgoszcz Academy of Music (Poland) and was one of the outstanding students of world famous pianist Dang Thai Son. He has won many prestigious competitions, including the 17th "Chopin Interpretations of the Young" contest in 2021. Sergei Vasilyevich Rachmaninov was a Russian composer, virtuoso pianist, and conductor. He is widely … [Read more...] about Famous composer Rachmaninov’s works to be performed in HCM City

The charming capital of Vietnam has won the hearts of many foreign tourists for its rich culture, beautiful east-meets-west buildings, and wonderful street food. According to Thetravel.com , there are more places in Vietnam than its capital Hanoi that tourists should explore. A corner in Hanoi's Old Quarter Area. Photo: Huy Pham In a recently published travel article on Vietnam, the Canadian newspaper has suggested 10 most beautiful cities and towns throughout Vietnam that will satisfy any visitor's travel needs, from cultural exploration to natural beauty discovery to luxurious beach vacations. According to Bryan Reyes, staff writer for The Travel, it's no surprise that Hanoi, as the capital, is one of the most visited cities in Vietnam, along with Ho Chi Minh City and Ha Long Bay, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. "Dubbed the 'Paris of the East', Hanoi is a sightseer's paradise for its landmarks with French influences mixed with Vietnamese motifs. This … [Read more...] about Hanoi named among Vietnam’s most beautiful places

The Vietnam Golf Association has issued an announcement on the suspension of a golf tournament, which was set to take place at Heron Lake Golf Course in Vinh Phuc Province, northern Vietnam, from March 23 to 25, following a sting which caught 22 participating golfers gambling. The announcement was sent to teams taking part in the VGA Union Cup 2023 golf tournament by the deputy secretary general of the association on Thursday. The golf tournament will be rescheduled for a future date, said the association. Sixteen golfers from two teams were originally scheduled to play eight matches in the tournament. Most of these golfers are entrepreneurs from Hanoi, Ho Chi Minh City, and other localities. The Criminal Police Department on Monday teamed up with the Vinh Phuc Province police department to carry out a sting on a five-star hotel in Vinh Yen City where 22 of the tournament’s participating golfers were caught gambling and playing poker. Police involved in the investigation … [Read more...] about Golf tournament in Vietnam’s Vinh Phuc suspended over illegal gambling

Sunset at Phuket’s famous Windmill Viewpoint.(Photo: The Phuket News) Bangkok (NNT/VNA) - Phuket and the northeastern provinces of Thailand (Isan) have been included on the TIME magazine’s list of “The World’s Greatest Places of 2023”. According to the Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT), the list, which showcases 50 extraordinary destinations to explore, describes Phuket as one of Thailand ’s most visited places and is known for its famed beaches. Phuket has increased its family appeal with the grand opening of Carnival Magic, a culturally-focused theme park last September. The island province is also drawing more visitors to its uncrowded countryside with an impressive landscape of modern luxury lodges. The TIME list mentions Isan for the region’s diverse and delicious culinary options. It also mentions that those who venture to this off-the-beaten-path region of Thailand teeming with rice fields are rewarded with national parks, temple ruins, and Michelin-recommended … [Read more...] about Thailand: Phuket, Isan listed among World’s Greatest Places for 2023

The couple hosted a post-wedding party for guests at the Shangri-La The Fort Hotel after the wedding ceremony took place. Santuario de San Antonio Parish is located in the wealthy neighborhood of Makati, near Forbes Park, where the elite of Manila live. The Catholic marriage ceremony of Linh and Phillip, the heir to Vietnam’s top luxury retailer, Imex Pan Pacific Group (IPPG), took place in the presence of friends and relatives, including many famous Vietnamese celebrities such as singers Chi Pu, fashion designer Diep Linh Chau and model Milan Pham. This is not the first time a child of (IPPG) Chairman Johnathan Hanh Nguyen got married at this church. In 2012, Phillip’s older brother, Louis Nguyen, and actress Tang Thanh Ha, also became man and wife in this church. Santuario de San Antonio Parish Church, a popular wedding site in Manila for elite families in Manila. The venue is limited to a maximum of 40 people for a wedding ceremony. … [Read more...] about Heirs to Vietnam’s top luxury retailer marry in historic Manila church

International tourists can have a better travel experience in the beautiful Asian country with warnings and advice from a British expat in Hanoi. Do not wear swimsuits in the city, be respectful around shrines and do not get upset if someone is late for an appointment... are some tips for international travelers visiting Vietnam for the first time. Foreign travelers may find various interesting things in Hanoi. Photo: Ka Long Having lived in Vietnam since 2010, Ian Paynton, founder of the Hanoi-based content agency We Create Content, has shared what he's learned about Hanoi with The Insider. There's so much to explore in Vietnam, from cities and villages to mountains, beaches, and grottos, according to www.insider.com . The country is also one of the most affordable places in Southeast Asia to visit. In 2019, the number of tourist arrivals in the country was around 18 million. In addition, more and more expats from around the world are choosing Vietnam … [Read more...] about Seven things international visitors to Vietnam should keep in mind

Its trailer, appearing on Tuesday evening, showed snippets of its plot. After breaking up with her boyfriend, Amanda (played by Rachael Leigh Cook), a travel executive, visits Vietnam to explore its landscapes and traditions. Rachael Leigh Cook (left) and Scott Ly in Hoi An. Photo courtesy of Netflix During the trip, she meets tour guide Sinh (Scott Ly) and changes her itinerary on his suggestion. The two visit several places together, and right at the moment they realise their feelings for each other her ex-boyfriend shows up. Now she has to choose between the two men. The trailer takes viewers to several destinations in Vietnam, including Thu Bon River in Hoi An, My Son Sanctuary in Quang Nam, Ben Thanh Market in Ho Chi Minh City, and majestic villages in Ha Giang. Vietnamese actor Le Thien appears as a local man who is friendly towards foreign visitors. "A Tourist’s Guide To Love" is the first foreign film to be shot in Vietnam after the government lifted … [Read more...] about Netflix love story shot in Vietnam to stream from April

Hanoi is in the list of the safest places for solo female travellers in Southeast Asia, according to Tripzilla. (Photo: Vietnam+) Violent crime against tourists is rare and most local people are friendly. (Photo: Vietnam+) Visitors can visit famous tourist attractions in Vietnam’s capital and enjoy the hospitality of local people. (Photo: Vietnam+) In recent years, many tourists, especially women, have faced risks while traveling around the world. (Photo: Vietnam+) Female tourists freely take photos on the streets of Hanoi without fear for their safety. (Photo: Vietnam+) Tripzilla said Hanoi is home to many fascinating cultural attractions that are well worth exploring. (Photo: Vietnam+) By VNA … [Read more...] about Hanoi among Asia’s safest places for solo women travellers

Da Nang beach city in central Vietnam ranked second, followed by beach resort towns Nha Trang and Vung Tau. The rest of the list included Phu Quoc, Hue, Hoi An, Ha Long, Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh City, based on an analysis of check-in dates between April 28 and May 7. This year, Vietnamese will enjoy a five-day break as the Hung Kings anniversary celebration falls on April 29, which is a Saturday, and people are entitled to take two extra days off the following week to compensate for that and the Reunification Day on Sunday. Though Da Lat is famous for its French colonial heritage and year-round cool climate in a tropical country, it is not very popular with foreign visitors due to limited transport and tourism services. … [Read more...] about Da Lat to be most crowded tourist hotspot during Reunification Day holiday

The following is the full text of the interview. Reporter: How do you evaluate the relations between Vietnam and Italy since the establishment of the bilateral diplomatic ties 50 years ago, especially since the upgrading of the relationship to a strategic partnership in January 2013? Ambassador Antonio Alessandro: I would use the words of the President of the Italian Republic Sergio Mattarella, who has just released a warm message of congratulations on the 50th anniversary of Italy - Vietnam diplomatic relations. President Mattarella congratulated the two countries for their relationship, “strongly rooted in history” and at the same time “directed with confidence towards the future.” These words express very well the idea that the 50th anniversary is not only a great achievement, considering the long journey that both countries have made since the seventies, but also a platform to let our friendship grow further and face together the great global challenges, like climate … [Read more...] about Italy – Vietnam relationship “strongly rooted in history”: Ambassador