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Two night markets have been opened in Nha Trang City, the capital of Khanh Hoa Province in south-central Vietnam, wooing throngs of visitors. The provincial administration on Tuesday night put into operation the two night markets at Children’s Park and Yen Phi Park in Xuan Huan Ward. The night markets will operate until Thursday next week. The markets house dozens of stalls to sell the province’s distinctive products and foods. Despite downpours on Tuesday night, many tourists and locals were eager to visit the night markets. Thu Tra, a tourist from Ho Chi Minh City, said that the night markets were attractive. She bought some souvenirs and the province’s specialties. “The scale of the night markets remains modest. I hope the markets will become larger and sell more products to satisfy tourists and give them more options,” she said. Many household businesses expressed their pleasure as the province has opened the night markets to offer them a vending space and … [Read more...] about Visitors excited to explore new night markets in Vietnam’s Nha Trang

More and more Korean tourists are flocking to Vietnam Hanoi (VNA) – Attractive theme parks, stunning paradise-like beaches, and the highest peak in Indochina are just some of the reasons why more and more Korean tourists are flocking to Vietnam, accounting for up to 30% of the total foreign arrivals in the first seven months of this year. During the period, the Republic of Korea was the biggest source of tourists to Vietnam with over 1.9 million, reported the Vietnam National Administration of Tourism. It was initially expected that the number of Korean visitors to Vietnam would decrease after the summer as August is traditionally considered low season for international tourists. However, in August alone, 385,904 Koreans arrived in Vietnam, up nearly 100,000 compared to the previous month, demonstrating Vietnam's growing appeal to travellers from the land of kimchi. According to a survey by the digital travel platform Agoda, Korean tourists have shown a special fondness … [Read more...] about Vietnam’s appeal proves strong for Korean visitors

The proposal is based on positive signs in September as the country welcomed more than 1.05 million foreign visitors , marking the third consecutive month the figure has surpassed the one million mark. In the first nine months of this year, the tourism industry served 8.9 million foreign holidaymakers, and 93.5 million domestic tourists, pocketing over 22 billion USD, according to the Vietnam National Authority of Tourism. The Republic of Korea (RoK) remained the biggest source of tourists to Vietnam in the nine-month period with nearly 2.6 million, followed by China and Taiwan (China). In Europe, the UK, France and Germany were the biggest markets for Vietnam’s tourism. With the peak season for international tourism around the corner, the industry expects a surge in the number of foreign vacationers thanks to the new visa policy, which was put in place August 15. The tourism sector has continued promoting tourism products and destinations, and major events. Meanwhile, … [Read more...] about Vietnam expects to welcome 13 million foreign visitors this year

Visitors to a booth of a Vietnamese company at the Uttar Pradesh International Trade Show (Photo: VNA) New Delhi (VNA) – Nearly 50 enterprises from Vietnam attended a trade promotion and business matching programme on September 22-23 as part of the Uttar Pradesh International Trade Show (UPITS), held for the first time by the administration of the Indian state of Uttar Pradesh . The Vietnamese delegation accounted for over 10% of the international guests invited by the Uttar Pradesh administration to the UPITS, organised in coordination with the Federation of India n Export Organisations (FIEO). With support from the Trade Office of Vietnam in India, the delegation attended business matching events and export promotion forums held by FIEO. Addressing a forum, FIEO Director General Ajay Sahai said by building an export ecosystem, Uttar Pradesh will become an export hub of India and make tremendous contributions to the country’s gross domestic product. Meanwhile, … [Read more...] about Nearly 50 Vietnamese companies join trade promotion event in India

International tourists are becoming increasingly drawn to Ho Chi Minh City. (Photo: VNA) Hanoi (VNA) – International tourists are becoming increasingly drawn to Ho Chi Minh City where they can discover its vibrant blend of cultures through standout tours. Of the total 25 million tourist arrivals that the city hosted during January – August, there are nearly 3 million foreigners, up 105.2% year-on-year. Local tourist sites such as Ben Thanh Market , Sai Gon Central Post Office , and the War Remnants Museum have been favoured among the visitors. Zuzanna Henel and Klaudia Witkowska from Poland said they are impressed by the “Biet dong Sai Gon” (Sai Gon Special Task Force) tour developed by Vietluxtour, during which they got a better understanding of Vietnam’s war time as well as stories about Sai Gon heroes. Visiting HCM City for the fourth time in ten years, Allan Andersen from Demark said he wants to enjoy walks along the streets as well as local foods such as … [Read more...] about HCM City increasingly appealing to foreign visitors

A foreign-invested footwear material factory in Thuan An city, Binh Duong province (Photo: VNA) Hanoi (VNA) – Many foreign press agencies have run articles featuring Vietnam’s economic growth, pointing to rosy signs in its recovery. French wire service AFP cited statistics by the General Statistics Office (GSO) showing the economy grew 5.33% in the July-September period from a year earlier, and that loan interest rate reductions, an extension of tax payments and increased public investment had a positive impact. Nikkei Asia also said the growth was accelerated thanks to tourism, noting “the services sector helped boost economic output during the three months through September, driven mainly by retail and tourism. The sector is estimated to account for about 40% of Vietnam's GDP.” “Travelers returned to popular destinations like the central city of Da Nang, with the number of foreign visitors entering the country from July to August reaching 2.25 million, already … [Read more...] about Foreign media upbeat about Vietnam’s economy

Keep updated on the latest news about Vietnam. Japan's Crown Prince Akishino speaks highly of Vietnam-Japan relations Japanese Crown Prince Akishino (2nd right), Crown Princess Kiko (3rd right), and Truong Thi Mai (4th right), chairwoman of the Vietnam-Japan Friendship Parliamentarians Group, visit a photo exhibition at the ceremony on September 21. Photo: VNA Japan's Crown Prince Akishino praised t he bilateral relations between Vietnam and Japan on September 21 - the day marking the 50th anniversary of establishing Vietnam-Japan diplomatic relations, hoping to contribute to strengthening the ties. Speaking at the celebration ceremony in Hanoi, the Crown Prince expressed pride in the 1,000-year friendship between the two nations and appreciated the affection felt by the peoples of the two countries towards each other. Crown Prince Akishino and Crown Princess Kiko are on a week-long visit starting September 20. They visited the Temple of … [Read more...] about Vietnam news in brief – September 22

Hanoi (VNA) - Lotte is on the way to expanding its presence in Asia by launching Lotte Mall West Lake Hanoi – a mega commercial complex with the concept of “A One-Day Trip in the City”, aiming to offer Vietnamese people a number one shopping experience in the region . Lotte Mall West Lake – a fresh shopping icon within Hanoi city, elevating the experience for both local residents and tourists alike. On September 22, Lotte Shopping celebrated the official grand opening of Lotte Mall West Lake Hanoi. The event was graced by prominent Vietnamese government officials and top executives of Lotte Group. This newly unveiled shopping center embodies Lotte’s vision of establishing Lotte Town in Vietnam, with the goal of providing Vietnamese citizens with a premier shopping destination and an unparalleled Asian shopping experience. Nestled close to West Lake, Hanoi’s largest lake and a popular tourist destination, Lotte Mall West Lake distinguishes itself with its modern luxury … [Read more...] about Lotte launches first mega commercial complex in Vietnam

Angkor, in Cambodia's northern province of Siem Reap, is one of the most important archaeological sites of Southeast Asia. (Photo: VNA) Phnom Penh (VNA) – The Cambodia n tourism sector and authorities have been implementing solutions to prepare for peak tourist season, including simplifying entry procedures at the instruction of Prime Minister Samdech Thipadei Hun Manet. At a meeting with more than 18,000 workers in Phnom Penh on October 3, the PM noted the possibility of simplifying entry procedures so that Thai tourists can visit Cambodia’s Siem Reap with citizen identification cards, instead of passports. He said he regularly promotes tourism cooperation, especially attracting foreign tourists to Cambodia. At recent meetings with leaders of Thailand and the Philippines, he proposed opening direct flights from Phuket (Thailand), and Cebu (Philippines) to Cambodia. Cambodia is also preparing to put Siem Reap-Angkor International Airport into operation and plans to … [Read more...] about Cambodia prepares for peak tourist season

The site in Phetchabun province - some 200 kilometers (120 miles) north of Bangkok - is Thailand's first cultural site to be recognized by UNESCO since 1992. Thai Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin thanked the UN cultural body for the decision but an expert warned the complex is not ready for an influx of tourists. Archaeologists date the statues and buildings of Si Thep, built by the Dvaravati civilisation, to between 1,500 and 1,700 years ago. At its peak the town was a thriving cultural and trading metropolis that celebrated Hindu and Buddhist beliefs. The decision was announced by UNESCO at a meeting in Riyadh, and in a prepared video message, Srettha thanked delegates for the listing. Si Thep was "a treasure not only for people all over the world, but for people of all generations," he said. "I look forward to welcoming you all to the site." Phatcharavat Wongsuwan, minister of natural resources and environment, said it was a "proud moment" for his country. Speaking at … [Read more...] about Thailand’s ancient town of Si Thep added to world heritage list