Month: August 2025
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Van Mieu-Quoc Tu Giam reading space launched
The reading-culture space of Hanoi’s iconic Van Mieu-Quoc Tu Giam (Temple of Literature Complex) was inaugurated at nearby Van Lake on August 18 to mark the 80th anniversary of the country’s August … Full story: https://vietnamnet.vn/en/hanoi-van-mieu-quoc-tu-giam-reading-space-launched-2433456.html
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Hanoi residents scramble to book rooms and secure spots for National Day parade
Thuy Anh of Hanoi’s outlying Ha Dong Ward has been looking for a hotel room in the city center since April to watch the pageant on National Day, celebrated on Spet. 2. Full story: https://www.msn.com/
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Hanoi unveils tourism offerings on national celebrations
Hanoi’s tourism sector has activated a package of 80 new tourism offerings to showcase its cultural heritage while celebrating the 80th anniversary of the August Revolution (August 19) and National … Full story: https://en.vietnamplus.vn/hanoi-unveils-tourism-offerings-on-national-celebrations-post324825.vnp
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I was told I’d float to temples. Now, my Southeast Asia tour has me on the road all day.
And what was that? Day 11 says, “Begin the day with a morning cruise by sampan through the stunning landscapes of Tam Coc. Then explore the cave temples of Bich Dong pagoda and the serene 13th-century … Full story: https://www.nola.com/entertainment_life/traveling-all-day-after-national-geographic-changes-flights/article_d950c01d-142b-47be-851b-2f9e24551622.html
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‘Rich, flavorful, unforgettable’: Hanoi pho captivates Western visitor
Pho in Hanoi is often served humbly on sidewalks, where diners perch on small plastic stools instead of chairs. Despite the unconventional setup, one Western tourist was left delighted – calling the … Full story: https://vietnamnet.vn/en/rich-flavorful-unforgettable-hanoi-pho-captivates-western-visitor-2431992.html
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Hà Nội boosts rail tourism with seasonal, event-based tours
Railways are not only a safe, economical, and environmentally friendly means of transportation but also form part of tourism. Full story: https://vietbao.vn/ha-noi-boosts-rail-tourism-with-seasonal-event-based-tours-555938.html
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Hanoi boosts rail tourism with seasonal, event-based tours
Hanoi’s Department of Tourism (DoT) has called on travel firms to take the initiative in developing tour packages that incorporate rail travel, particularly seasonal and event-based experiences, for … Full story: https://en.qdnd.vn/travel/news/hanoi-boosts-rail-tourism-with-seasonal-event-based-tours-581521
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Hanoi welcomes growing number of tourists ahead of National Day holiday
Hanoi is entering its busiest tourist season of the year as the capital city is preparing for celebrations of the 80th anniversary of the August Revolution (August 19) and National Day (September 2). Full story: https://en.qdnd.vn/travel/news/hanoi-welcomes-growing-number-of-tourists-ahead-of-national-day-holiday-581516
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‘VITA Green’ label set to boost Vietnam’s global sustainable tourism
Green Tourism Criteria (VITA Green) is expected to become an internationally recognised sustainable tourism certification, bolstering Vietnam’s image as a green destination. Full story: https://en.vietnamplus.vn/vita-green-label-set-to-boost-vietnams-global-sustainable-tourism-post324612.vnp
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Double-decker train tour to give visitors another angle of Hanoi’s beauty
HANOI: Tourists will have a special way to discover the capital city and neighbouring province of Bac Ninh during the holidays onboard the country’s first ever double-decker train. Full story: https://www.thestar.com.my/aseanplus/aseanplus-news/2025/08/14/double-decker-train-tour-to-give-visitors-another-angle-of-hanoi039s-beauty
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Hanoi welcomes growing number of tourists ahead of National Day holiday
Hotel bookings have risen 40-50% compared with the same time last year. Small and mid-sized hotels, as well as homestays in downtown areas such as Ba Dinh, Hoan Kiem, and Hai Ba Trung, have been fully … Full story: https://en.vietnamplus.vn/hanoi-welcomes-growing-number-of-tourists-ahead-of-national-day-holiday-post324575.vnp
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Creative video contest launched to showcase tourism appeal
The competition serves not only as an outlet for travel enthusiasts to express their creativity but also as a means to expand the nation’s visual database for tourism promotion campaigns in the … Full story: https://en.vietnamplus.vn/creative-video-contest-launched-to-showcase-tourism-appeal-post324567.vnp