Part of the Tra Su cajuput forest in An Giang province. (Source: dulichvietnam.com.vn) Hanoi (VNA) – Ten more places in the Mekong Delta have been recognised as typical tourist destinations of the region in 2023. The 10 destinations, recognised by the Mekong Delta Tourism Association , comprises the ecotourism site of Tra Su cajuput forest (An Giang province); the Noc Nang national historical relic site (Bac Lieu province); the special national relic site and the memorial site of scholar Nguyen Dinh Chieu, the tourism site of Hai Van farm tourism site - Vam Ho bird sanctuary, the Ben Tre TTC Palace, and the Ben Tre TTC culinary site (Ben Tre province); the Hung Kings Temple (Can Tho city); the Go Thap relic site (Dong Thap province); and the national landscape and relic site of Ba Om Pond; and the Huynh Kha ecotourism site (Tra Vinh province). Meanwhile, four others received the re-recognition, namely the Gao Giong ecotourism site (Dong Thap province), the memorial … [Read more...] about Mekong Delta has 10 more typical tourist destinations
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Hanoi suburb Long Ho recognized as tourist destination
The local authorities have pledged to continue to promote and develop tourism, encouraging locals to invest in the sector and create more quality products and services for tourists. Son Tay, a historic town on the outskirts of Hanoi, officially kicked off its tourism year on May 27 with the announcement of Long Ho's recognition as a tourist destination . Long Ho is recognized as a tourist destination. Photos: Magnolia Travel Long Ho is well known for eco-tourism, spiritual tourism, and cultural experiences in recent years. The spot in Kim Son Commune has 90 hectares of natural land with a peaceful view of Dong Mo Lake and maintains a rustic charm while offering easy access to the romantic lake and other tourist attractions in Ba Vi District. Since 2020, the local authorities have collaborated with 14 tourism businesses to develop multiple diversified tourism models, leading to the recognition of Long Ho as an official tourist destination by the … [Read more...] about Hanoi suburb Long Ho recognized as tourist destination
Deputy PM Tran Luu Quang meets leaders of Sri Lanka, Japan in Tokyo
Deputy PM Tran Luu Quang meets President of Sri Lanka Ranil Wickremesinghe (Photo: VNA) Tokyo (VNA) – Deputy Prime Minister Tran Luu Quang met with President of Sri Lanka Ranil Wickremesinghe, Speaker of the House of Representatives of Japan Hosoda Hiroyuki, and three co-chairmen of the Vietnam - Japan economic cooperation committee of the Japan Business Federation (KEIDANREN) in Tokyo on May 26. Talking to the Sri Lankan leader, Deputy PM Quang, who is paying a working visit to Japan, affirmed that Vietnam consistently attaches importance to the traditional friendship and multifaceted cooperation with Sri Lanka and wishes to develop bilateral relations more effectively and substantively. He suggested both countries promote partnerships in multiple aspects, including increasing all-level mutual visits and people-to-people exchange; effectively carrying out existing bilateral cooperation mechanisms, particularly the Joint Committee chaired by the two foreign ministries; … [Read more...] about Deputy PM Tran Luu Quang meets leaders of Sri Lanka, Japan in Tokyo
Queen of beauty queens highlights Vietnam tourist destinations
Released on Tuesday, the video clip was filmed last month as she arrived in Vietnam for a business trip. Over more than a minute, Menin, wearing Vietnamese traditional dress ao dai, takes viewers to see famous landscapes such as Golden Bridge in Da Nang, Ha Long Bay, the world’s largest cave Son Doong, and the Central Post Office and War Remnants Museum in HCMC. Traditional art forms includin g don ca tai tu and Hue royal court music, an intangible cultural heritage recognized by UNESCO, also appeared in the video. "Vietnam is a friendly and hospitable country, possessing many beautiful scenes that attract tourists everywhere. It also has a diverse, colorful culture," she said in the video. Menin, 27, of Brazilian and Italian descent surpassed many candidates from various pageants held last year such as Miss World, Miss Universe, Miss Earth, Miss International, and Miss Supranational to become Miss Grand Slam. She has a master's degree in finance from the U.K., runs her … [Read more...] about Queen of beauty queens highlights Vietnam tourist destinations
Australian tourists flock to Vietnam on cheap airfares
Nicola Carmichael, brand director for travel search engine Kayak, said Vietnam was a favorite tourist destination among Australians post-Covid. "Searches to Ho Chi Minh City in the second half of this year are up by around 140% compared to 2019," Carmichael told the Sydney Morning Herald . While airfares to European destinations have soared by 63% above pre-pandemic levels, Vietnam is seeing a significantly smaller increase of 21%, she added. The average price of a return economy flight from Australia to Ho Chi Minh City is now A$886 ($580). According to travel agents, flight prices have become cheaper thanks to more options from Vietjet and Bamboo Airlines. Flight capacity to HCMC has exceeded pre-Covid levels, and is set to increase to 21,606 seats a week from June 19, before climbing again to 22,444 by mid-September. Australian Ken Rafter, whose family visited Vietnam last month, said he found air tickets to Vietnam comparable to pre-Covid levels. "We spent time in … [Read more...] about Australian tourists flock to Vietnam on cheap airfares
Bali bans foreign tourists from using crypto for payment
"Foreign tourists who behave inappropriately, carry out activities that are not allowed in their visa permit, use crypto as a means of payment, and violate other provisions will be dealt with firmly," Bali Governor Wayan Koster said at a press conference on May 28, as cited by Antara news agency. He reminded tourists that Indonesia’s law prohibits the use of currencies other than the rupiah as a means of payment, with punishments including a jail term of up to a year and a fine of 200 million rupiah (US$13,360). The warning came after Indonesian authorities found that a number of businesses including restaurants, meditation studios, and motorbike rental companies are accepting payment in crypto. Famous for its beaches and ancient temples, Bali has become a top tourist destination in recent years thanks to its generous visa policies. It has been cracking down on foreigners violating public order following a recent string of untoward incidents. Immigration authorities have … [Read more...] about Bali bans foreign tourists from using crypto for payment
German tourist traipsing naked at Bali temple sent for psychiatric treatment
Videos that have gone viral on social media showed Darja Tuschinski walk around dancers performing at the Saraswati Hindu temple in Ubud. The 28-year-old also tried to enter the shrine’s inner sanctum before being prevented by a security guard. The police said she had a squabble with staff members at the event before undressing and interrupting the dancers, Indonesia’s Antara news agency reported. She was sent to a psychiatric hospital in the town of Bangli after refusing to board a flight home. The police also said she failed to pay bills at several hotels during her stay on the island. Famous for its beaches and ancient temples, Bali has become a top tourist destination in recent years thanks to its generous visa policies. It has been cracking down on foreigners violating public order following a recent string of untoward incidents. Immigration authorities have deported 123 people in the first five months of this year, most of them for overstaying their visa. … [Read more...] about German tourist traipsing naked at Bali temple sent for psychiatric treatment
It’s not hard to apply for Vietnam visa but authorities’ response slow: foreign tourists
“We heard that many people have faced difficulty in applying for visas to Vietnam. However, we find that completing Vietnam's visa application procedures online is easy and convenient. We just need to fill in forms,” said travelers from Norway. Being introduced by their friends, Alannah Caulfield Patel and Elin Littmann from Norway chose Vietnam as a destination of their trip to Southeast Asia. Contrary to others’ difficulty in applying for visas to Vietnam, the two Norwegians successfully got the visas in the first registration. They obtained 30-day visas and their first destination in Vietnam was Ho Chi Minh City. They later reached Hoi An City in central Quang Nam Province and Hanoi by coach. Eve, a 65-year-old tourist from Australia, and her husband said they completed procedures online to get 15-day visas to Vietnam. “There was no obstacle. You know, we are old but can complete procedures online ourselves,” Eve said. The friendliness and hospitality of people in Hanoi … [Read more...] about It’s not hard to apply for Vietnam visa but authorities’ response slow: foreign tourists
Son Tay Town kicks off Tourism Year recognizing two new destinations
New tourist destinations on the outskirts of Hanoi's Son Tay Town will offer visitors a unique and authentic experience, allowing them to connect with nature and local life. Son Tay Tourism Year will be kicked off on May 27 with a focus on promoting the town's cultural and historical heritage. Long Ho tourist spot attracts a large number of visitors every year. Photo: Long Ho Tourist Spot The event will announce the recognition of two new tourist destinations namely Long Ho (Kim Son Commune) and Glory Resort (Xuan Son Commune). Long Ho has 90 hectares of natural land with a peaceful view of Dong Mo Lake. Meanwhile, Glory Resort offers a luxurious retreat. According to Le Dai Thang, Vice Chairman of the Son Tay People's Committee, the spots would be added to the locality's tourism services, which offer eco-tourism, spiritual tourism, and cultural experiences. In addition to historical and cultural sites, such as Duong Lam Ancient Village, Den Va … [Read more...] about Son Tay Town kicks off Tourism Year recognizing two new destinations
Phu Quoc – A new global destination in Vietnam
In recent years, Phu Quoc has emerged as one of the most talked-about destinations for travelers from all around the world, thanks to its breathtaking natural beauty, iconic landmarks, and unparalleled luxury travel experiences. Sleeping beauty Once a sleepy fishing island with minimal tourism developments, Phu Quoc has rapidly become one of the fastest-growing and most acclaimed destinations in global tourism. Its remarkable rise has caught the attention of the world's media. The tear-drop-shaped island – located off the southern coast of Vietnam in the gulf of Thailand – has been lauded by some of the world's most prestigious travel magazines and industry observers in recent years. Admiring coral reefs in Phu Quoc, Vietnam In 2021, Time Magazine honored Phu Quoc as one of the 'World’s Greatest Places.’ In October 2022, Conde Nast Traveller voted the 'pearl island' – as it's known in Vietnam – as one of ‘Asia's 10 Most Favorite Resort Islands.’ The … [Read more...] about Phu Quoc – A new global destination in Vietnam