Hanoi’s CPI increases 0.49% in February
The consumer price index (CPI) of Hanoi in February rose 0.49% over January and 2.41% compared to the same period last year, the capital city’s Department of Statistics reported. Read more
Moc Chau lives up to title as top nature destination
Endowed with a majestic natural landscape, year-round cool climate and abundant natural tourist attractions, Moc Chau District in the northern mountainous province of Son La has been dubbed as the … Read more
Shoeblack fined $85 for soliciting foreign tourist in Hanoi
Authorities in Hanoi’s downtown Hoan Kiem District has slapped a fine of VND2 million ($85) on a shoeblack for trying to coerce a foreign tourist to have his shoes shined. The 36-year-old man admitted … Read more
“The gift of bombs”: Wandering thoughts of a Hanoi sojourner
China again, ’the yellow peril.’ Lambing Flat. And the Russians? Well they have been enemy forever, back to the guns mounted on Fort Denison. Read more
Hanoi sees strong surge in tourist arrivals
Hanoi saw a surge in tourist arrivals, reaching 3.73 million in the first two months of 2023, 2.8 times higher than the same period last year, according to Hanoi Tourism Department. Read more
Hanoi welcomes over 3.7 million visitors in two months
Hanoi served 3.73 million visitors in the first two months of this year, earning VND13.2 trillion (over US$556 million), up 2.8 times and 3.6 times year-on-year, respectively, the municipal Department … Read more
Riding Vietnam’s Reunification Express – how to do Ho Chi Minh City to Hanoi by train
I have a couple of tips for anyone intent on travelling through Vietnam in its most sustainable and charismatic way; ie, by train. Read more
Poster contest launched to mark 75 years of patriotic emulation appeal
VTV.vn – The Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism has launched a propaganda poster contest … or send them directly (or by post) to the Hanoi Department of Culture, 86A, Lane Le Van Huu 3, Ngo Thi … Read more
Vietnam welcomes 933,000 foreign visitors in February
The number of foreign tourists arriving in Vietnam in February reached 933,000, up 7.1% compared to January, according to the latest report from the General Statistics Office (GSO). Read more
Vietnam develops ties with UNESCO for national development
The Vietnam National Commission for UNESCO held a conference in Hanoi on February 28 to review its 2022 activities and set tasks for 2023. Read more
Travel firms fear visa policy may leave Vietnam tourism lagging behind
Complicated procedures for visas to Vietnam are disappointing many foreign tourists, resulting in travelers deciding to choose other regional destinations. The CEO of a Hanoi-based travel firm, who … Read more
Hanoi among 10 most beautiful Southeast Asia destinations
Canadian magazine The Travel has ranked Hanoi in sixth place on a list of the 10 most beautiful destinations in Southeast Asia. Read more
Two US trade officials sample pomelos in Hanoi
Two US Under-Secretaries of Agriculture Alexis Taylor and Jenny Moffitt are impressed with the Dien pomelo grown in Hanoi during a fact-finding tour on February 28. (Photo: tienphong.vn) The two … Read more
Vietnamese culture is always everlasting strength of the nation: PM
Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh attended a special art show in Hanoi on February 28 marking the 80th anniversary of the Outline of Vietnamese Culture, the first document on culture launched by the … Read more
Promoting Vietnam – RoK tourism links through digital payment
VOV.VN – The National Payment Corporation of Vietnam (NAPAS) and representative office of the Vietnam National Administration of Tourism (VNAT) in the Republic of Korea (RoK) signed an MoU in Hanoi on … Read more
Rima Kallingal enjoys the bustling Train Street of Hanoi
It is truly a unique and fascinating sight as the trains travel through the narrow street, which is a major residential area and a commercial street.Rima Kallingal. Rima Kallingal Instagram. Rima … Read more
Int’l Arrivals To Vietnam Surge In Feb On Air Traffic Recovery
Vietnam saw 933,000 international arrivals in February, surging 31.6 times compared to the same period last year, the country … Read more
Muong Thanh New Year: spring in the northwest
March 12 is chosen by Muong Thanh Hospitality Group as New Year’s day every year. Many interesting activities identified as part of the northwestern forested mountains area take place on this … Read more