Travel News

  • 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

  • Exhibition honours 133 outstanding collectives and individuals in all fields

    The Party Central Committee s Commission for Popularization and Education has coordinated with the Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism to organize an exhibition at Ho Chi Minh Museum in Hanoi on … Read Full Article

  • Strategic investors’ engagement helps promote Vietnam’s tourism growth

    Many modern hotel chains meeting international standards have been built, mostly in popular tourist attractions in Hanoi, Da Nang, Nha Trang, Phu Quoc, Ho Chi Minh City and Ha Long. A view of Hoiana … Read Full Article

  • Two men to receive fines for bathing in Sword Lake

    A still of an online video showing two men dipping in Hanoi’s Sword Lake, May 16, 2023. At around 5 a.m. on Tuesday, two men, restaurant employees in Hang Bong Ward, walked from a fountain near Dong … Read Full Article

  • The transition to an emerging market

    The first and most significant event in Vietnam’s economic reform policy was the passing of the Law on Foreign Investment in 1987. It was significant as it concretised the Party’s decision to develop … Read Full Article

  • Vietnam, Philippines talk maritime, ocean concerns in 10th meeting

    The 10th meeting of the Vietnam-Philippines Joint Permanent Working Group on Maritime and Ocean Concerns (JPWG-MOC) took place in Ha Long City, the northern province of Quang Ninh on May 15-16. Read Full Article

  • President Ho Chi Minh in the hearts of Vietnamese people

    Ba Dinh Square in Hanoi is covered with golden sunshine these days and filled with people, both Vietnamese and foreigners, coming to pay tribute to President Ho Chi Minh at his Mausoleum and celebrate … Read Full Article

  • Creative and funny guide book for expats to explore Hanoi

    The 30-year-old author finally got his first ever file ready to be released in early 2018, which he posted on Hanoi Massive. He has received many constructive comments from its members and expats, … Read Full Article

  • Singapore Airlines posts record profit in 76-year history

    The airline enjoys a spectacular turnaround from previous year’s S$962 million net loss to this year’s record S$2.16 billion profit. Read Full Article