Travel News

  • Thai unemployment rate reduces as tourism rebounds

    The strong rebound of Thailand’s tourism post COVID-19 has helped to improve unemployment rate in the country. Read Full Article

  • Hanoi to clean up, refurbish West Lake

    Tay Ho district People’s Committee will soon submit to the Hanoi People’s Committee a draft regulation on the management and exploitation of the West Lake – the biggest freshwater lake in the city. Read Full Article

  • President hails athletes for performances at SEA Games 32

    President Vo Van Thuong met in Hanoi on May 23 more than 100 outstanding athletes and coaches, who freshly brought about an unprecedented success for Vietnam at SEA Games 32. Read Full Article

  • Russia appreciates partnership with Vietnam: United Russia Party chairman

    Russia sees Vietnam as a key partner, expecting to boost bilateral relations, Dmitry Medvedev, chairman of the United Russia Party and deputy chairman of the Russian Security Coun … Read Full Article

  • Vietnam among six largest Thai tourism markets

    According to the Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT), Thailand expects to … Currently, Vietnamese tourists can fly directly from Ho Chi Minh City, Hanoi, Da Lat, Phu Quoc, Da Nang, and Nha Trang to … Read Full Article

  • VietJet to operate direct flights on Ho Chi Minh City-Kochi route from Aug 12

    VietJet is set to operate direct flights connecting Ho Chi Minh City (Vietnam) and Kochi (India) from August 12, 2023. The airline will operate with a frequency of four flights a week on every Monday, … Read Full Article

  • Vietnam’s tourism may attract 10 million foreign tourist arrivals this year

    Vietnam’s tourism may attract 10 million foreign tourist arrivals this year, surpassing the target of 8 million previously set by the sector, VNA quoted the saying of deputy head of the Vietnam … Read Full Article

  • Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum suspends visits for yearly maintenance

    Visits to the Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum will be temporarily suspended for annual maintenance and renovation work, according to the management of the historic relics site. Read Full Article

  • Condotels, officetels get ownership certificates from May 20

    Buyers of condotels, officetels and resort villas can have ownership certificates from May 20 under a new decree guiding the implementation of the Land Law. Read Full Article

  • Mekong Delta has 10 more typical tourist destinations

    Ten more places in the Mekong Delta have been recognised as typical tourist destinations of the region in 2023. Read Full Article

  • Australia – Vietnam Higher Education Partnerships 2023 launched in Hanoi and HCM City

    VOV.VN – Australian Trade and Investment Commission (Austrade) with support from the Australian Department of Education, has delivered the Australia – Vietnam Higher Education Partnerships in Hanoi … Read Full Article

  • Why The Ha Giang Loop Is The Ultimate Vietnam Road Trip (& Why You Should Do It By Motorcycle)

    The Ha Giang Loop is possibly one of the most stunning motorbike road trips in the world and a must for anyone visiting Vietnam. Read Full Article

  • Winners of Ho Chi Minh Awards, State Awards for Literature and Arts honoured

    Winners of the 2022 Ho Chi Minh Awards and State Awards for Literature and Arts were honoured at a ceremony in Hanoi on May 19, the birthday of the late President. Read Full Article

  • “Princess Anio” opera celebrates Vietnam-Japan diplomatic relations

    The opera “Princess Anio” which recounts a 17th century love story between a Vietnamese princess and a Japanese merchant, is set to be performed at the Hanoi Opera House on September 22, September 23, … Read Full Article

  • Government says poor infrastructure, products hinder tourism growth

    Modest infrastructure, tough visa conditions and lack of attractive products have stymied the tourism industry’s recovery in the year since borders were reopened after Covid, the government said. Read Full Article

  • Michelin stars to be awarded to restaurants in Hanoi, HCM City

    The first Michelin-starred restaurants in Vietnam will be announced in Hanoi on June 6. The event will honour the culinary quintessence of Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh City with the participation of renowned … Read Full Article

  • 11 best countries for solo travel in 2023

    Explore the world on your terms, at your own pace, and without the constraints of group travel. Here’s some perfect destinations to start. Read Full Article

  • Slumping economy curbs summer travel boom

    While last year’s post-lockdown summer holiday season made for bustling travel, this year travel businesses are fretting over declining revenues once again as a gloomy economic outlook has dampened … Read Full Article