Vietnam texfuture spring summer

Of the international arrivals, 88% came to the country by air, 10.9% by road, and 1.1% by sea. Revenue from tourism services went up 89.4% while earnings from accommodation and restaurant services rose 22.1%, the GSO said, attributing the increases partly to many holidays during the five months. However, the number of foreign visitors in May fell 6.9% from the previous month. Recently, Vietnamese tourism has continually been honored by foreign media, helping enhance its attractiveness to international travelers. Notably, Cat Ba of Ha Phong city has been given the second place among the 10 most spectacular beaches in Asia by Microsoft Travel; Ninh Binh province named among the world's top 10 best hidden family vacation spots to visit in 2023 by Canada’s The Travel magazine; and the  North - South, or Thong Nhat (Reunification), railway listed one of the world’s most amazing train journeys by the Australian version of renowned travel guide book publisher Lonely Planet. … [Read more...] about International arrivals in Vietnam surge over 12-fold year on year

Nem ran, or cha gio or ram, is an appetizer that can be found almost anywhere from small gatherings to big parties in Vietnam . They are made with rice paper and filled with shredded pork, cooked prawns, shredded taro, wood ear mushrooms and vegetables. The rolls are fried until golden and crispy. And they are often served wrapped with lettuce and herbs, with a dipping sauce made of fish sauce, lemon and sugar. The rolls are quickly fried, which results in a treat with an appetizing golden color, a crisp and light outer layer, and a delectable filling, according to the magazine./. VNA … [Read more...] about Fried spring rolls among world’s 100 most popular appetizers

Vietnamese fried spring roll s among the world's 100 most popular appetizers. (Photo: VNA) Hanoi (VNA) – Vietnamese fried spring roll (known as “nem ran” in the north and “cha gio” in the south in Vietnam) is on the list of 100 most popular appetizer s in the world compiled by international food magazine Taste Atlas. Cha gio is an appetizer that can be found almost anywhere from small gatherings to big parties in Vietnam. It is made with rice paper and filled with minced pork, cooked prawns, bean sprouts or shredded jicama, wood ear mushrooms and vegetables. The rolls are fried until golden and crispy, and then served together with lettuce and herbs, with a dipping sauce made of fish sauce, lemon and sugar. "The rolls are quickly fried, which results in a treat with an appetizing golden color, a crisp and light outer layer, and a delectable filling,” according to the magazine. It also recommended some restaurants in Ho Chi Minh City to try the dish such as Ngon … [Read more...] about Vietnamese fried spring rolls among world’s 100 most popular appetizers

So let's explore the variety and richness of these dishes. Lau ga la e - Chicken hotpot with e leaves Lau ga la e is a delicious Vietnamese chicken stew that features a special herb called la e , or lemon basil leaves. This herb has a unique aroma that gives the dish its characteristic flavor. The stew also contains bamboo shoots, mushrooms, bird's eye chilies and various spices that enhance the taste and texture of the dish. A pot of lau ga la e filled with chicken, bamboo shoots and mushrooms. Photo by VnExpress/Bui Thuy The broth is savory and sweet, with a hint of sourness. The bamboo shoots add some crunch and earthiness to the dish, while the fresh e leaves provide a burst of herbal aroma and a slight bitterness that balances the richness of the broth. The leaves cook quickly, so do not leave them in the broth too long. This dish originates from Phu Yen Province in central Vietnam, where the leaf grows abundantly in the sandy soil and sunny … [Read more...] about Vietnam hotpot culture boasts full-spectrum flavors

Fans will be able to enjoy live coverage of the Vietnamese national team competing at the 2023 FIFA Women’s World Cup, as a media entity in Vietnam has successfully secured the broadcasting rights for the tournament this summer. This entity will select one or more TV stations in Vietnam as partners and will hold a ceremony in Hanoi on Thursday to officially announce the rights. The 2023 FIFA Women’s World Cup, scheduled to take place in Australia and New Zealand from July 20 to August 20, marks Vietnam’s debut at the global association football competition. Vietnam have been drawn in Group E alongside defending champions the U.S., reigning runners-up the Netherlands, and Portugal. They will kick off their 2023 Women’s World Cup campaign against the U.S. on July 22 at 1:00 pm (local time) in Auckland. Vietnam will then play Portugal on July 27, followed by the Netherlands on August 1. In thorough preparation for their tough challenges at the tourney, Vietnam regrouped at … [Read more...] about Vietnam obtains 2023 FIFA Women’s World Cup broadcasting rights

Foreign tourists visit Temple of Literature (Photo: VNA) Hanoi (VNA) - Vietnam’s tourism may attract 10 million foreign tourist arrivals this year, surpassing the target of 8 million previously set by the sector, according to deputy head of the Vietnam National Administration of Tourism (VNAT) Ha Van Sieu. In the first four months of this year, nearly 3.7 million foreign tourists travelled to Vietnam, and the number of domestic tourists was 38 million. Total revenue from tourists was estimated at 196.6 trillion VND (8.3 billion USD). Revenues from accommodation and catering services between January and April were estimated at 214.8 trillion VND, representing a year-on-year increase of 25%. Meanwhile, thanks to exciting cultural and tourism activities taking place in many localities in the early months of the year across localities, travel revenue was estimated at 9.1 trillion VND, nearly 2.1 times higher than the same period last year. In April alone, the country … [Read more...] about Vietnam may hit 10 million foreign tourists this year: authority

Hanoi athletes won 40 gold, 27 silver and 32 bronze medals at the 32nd SEA Games. With nearly 30% of Vietnam's total medals at the 32nd Southeast Asian Games (SEA Games 32) , Hanoi has proven one of the nation's leading localities in sports training and development. Wushu performer Truong Thuy Vi at the 32nd Southeast Asian Games (32nd SEA Games). Photo: Bui Luong/The Hanoi Times Vietnam's sports delegation to the 32nd SEA Games totaled 702 athletes and coaches, including 43 coaches and nearly 160 athletes trained in Hanoi. The Hanoi athletes won 40 gold, 27 silver, and 32 bronze medals. In total, Vietnamese players won 359 medals, including 136 gold medals, 105 silver medals and 118 bronze medals. "The achievements were the great results of Hanoi's athletes' tireless efforts during the Games, which strengthened Vietnam's top ranking," said Dao Quoc Thang, director of the Hanoi Sports Training and Competition Center . "Their successes were also … [Read more...] about Hanoi athletes win most medals for Vietnam

Fish massage, also known as fish spa treatment that has grown in popularity over recent years, has become one of the must-try activities among visitors to Viet Hai, an island commune off Cat Hai District in Hai Phong City, northern Vietnam as the service offers them a fun and rewarding experience. Visitors can reach Viet Hai Ecotourism Village in the namesake commune, situated in the center of the Cat Ba National Park, by foot or boat to experience the fish massage service and immerse themselves in nature. It normally takes around 6-7 hours to walk over 10km through a primeval jungle in the national park to reach the destination. Visitors can opt for a boat or canoe ride from the Beo waterway station to Lan Ha Bay to arrive in Viet Hai, also a fishing village. Between October and April, which is an off-peak travel season for domestic holidaymakers, international tourists are often spotted cycling around the village, admiring the beauty of local ancient houses, taking boat … [Read more...] about Relaxing fish massage draws visitors to northern island off Vietnam

Several tour operators have voiced their complaints against some hotels and resorts in Mui Ne, a resort hub in south-central Vietnam, as these lodging facilities turned away tourists who intended to stay there only one night. Since the start of the summer travel season, such facilities have only received guests with a two night stay on weekends, many travel firms lamented. Some other resorts, despite welcoming guests with one night’s stay, announced their rooms were full. Besides, many lodging facilities required guests to reserve one or two meals to have a room. Tran Thanh Vu, general director of Vina Group International Travel JSC, said that after receiving many groups of tourists, the firm’s sales employees contacted some resorts in Mui Ne, a famous resort town in Binh Thuan Province, to book rooms but none were available. Therefore, the firm failed to arrange tours for these customers, he added. “These lodging facilities said they only accepted guests with two nights’ … [Read more...] about Travel firms complain hotels in Vietnam’s Mui Ne reject tourists staying one night

The Northern Power Corporation will buy electricity from China’s Guangxi Power Grid Company to ease the power shortage this summer. The agreement was reached recently between the two sides at a meeting in China’s Dongxing City. The electricity will be bought through the 110-kV Shengou-Mong Cai power transmission line between May and July. The Chinese firm will make preparations to ensure the power supply for Vietnam as soon as possible. In the 2005-2016 period, the Northern Power Corporation also purchased power from China via the 110-kV Shengou-Mong Cai power transmission line. The northern region of Vietnam would see a power shortfall of between 1,600- 4,900MW from May to July due to the prolonged heat. Electricity of Vietnam has sent a proposal to Vietnam Oil and Gas Group on prioritising gas supply for electricity production amid increasing demand in summer. … [Read more...] about Vietnam to buy electricity from China to ease shortage