Phu Quy Island off the mainland of Binh Thuan Province in the South-Central Coast is known for its rich history and natural beauty. When it used to be expensive to travel to the exotic place, today it only costs around VDN1 million (US$45) in order to enjoy not only a day but two days of […]
After a long four-decade war, the United States completely lifted its arms ban on Vietnam. The historic move happened amid the rising tension in China, but Pres. Barack Obama pointed out that the decision was not because of China or even other matters. The announcement came during Obama’s first visit to Hanoi. He is the […]
This year’s celebration of Dong Hoi Culture and Tourism Week features traditional boat racing as the main event along with the other seven activities lined up for the festivity. Dong Hoi City is located in the central province of Quang Binh and this year’s celebration of the week-long affair started last April 2016. Since a […]
Cuong Xa Pagoda is a highly significant structure in Hai Duong Province since aside from its religious character, it is also a symbol of beauty because of its distinctive architecture. As such, it is frequented by thousands of pilgrims and tourists every year. Cuong Xa Pagoda, also known as Quynh Khau Pagoda or Jade Mound […]
After a recent meeting by the Vietnam-Japan Tourism Committee led by the Vietnam National Administration of Tourism and the Japan National Tourism Agency, both countries agreed that Japan will open its first tourism office in Hanoi. Officially named the Japan National Tourism Organisation (JNTO), the office will instill more education about its country while helping […]
Bien Ho Lake in the South of Pleiku City, Gia Lai Province, Tay Nguyen area, is a growing tourist destination because of its name itself “lake as big as an ocean.” Also known as T’Nung Lake or “ocean on a mountain,” this spot is surely a must-visit for anyone looking for something spectacular. Also called […]
For the third consecutive year, Danang placed first in the Provincial Competitiveness Index (PCI) with a score of 68.34. Aside from the city’s transparency, transactions cost reductions and proactivity, its Centre for Public Administration which opened in September 2014 is the major factor for its successive leads. It functions as a coordinator of local policy […]
If you’re searching for raw, untouched beauty, the white waterfall at Thac Trang will definitely leave you breathless. Located at Quang Ngai Province, Thanh An Commune, Minh Long District, very few people from the rest of the world have heard of the place aside from the local residents themselves, but with its breathtaking beauty, it […]
Cu Lao Cham is an archipelago off the coast of the central province of Quang Nam composed of eight islands, all promising a breathtaking and memorable view. The island is a small community with only 3,000 residents or 600 households who earn their livelihood by fishing and vending. But despite its simplicity, the people living […]
The Tet Lunar New Year Holiday is a time of family reunions and joyous celebration. But amidst the festivity, a mother and her child go about their usual ways like it’s any ordinary day, and it unknowingly caught the eye of a stranger and eventually the hearts of people all over the world. Ho Hai […]