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  • Hanoi welcomes 4.45 million foreign visitors so far

    Hanoi welcomed about 4.45 million foreign tourists in the first nine months of this year, soaring 40.8% year-on-year and nearly fulfilling its yearly target of serving 5 million international visitors … Full story: https://en.vietnamplus.vn/hanoi-welcomes-445-million-foreign-visitors-so-far-post297521.vnp

  • Walking space around Hoan Kiem Lake – Hanoi’s cultural and tourist destination

    Since its launch eight years ago, the walking space around Hoan Kiem Lake has become a lively area where visitors can stroll, relax, socialize, and connect. It also hosts folk games and cultural … Full story: https://en.vietnamplus.vn/walking-space-around-hoan-kiem-lake-hanois-cultural-and-tourist-destination-post297487.vnp

  • Book exhibition to mark 70th anniversary of Hanoi’s Liberation Day

    A book exhibition celebrating the 70th anniversary of Hanoi’s Liberation Day (October 10) will take place at the National Library of Vietnam in the capital city from October 9-13. Full story: https://en.vietnamplus.vn/book-exhibition-to-mark-70th-anniversary-of-hanois-liberation-day-post297508.vnp

  • Airfares plummet as main tourist season ends

    Airfares to major tourist destinations fell by 25% in September from the peak summer season but few people have been booking tickets, with many especially concerned about the weather. Full story: https://www.msn.com/

  • What makes free-visa Phu Quoc Island a new hotspot point for MICE tourism in the world

    Offering a superior visa policy for all tourists, world-class infrastructure, diverse entertainment experiences… are the reasons why Phu Quoc is emerging as a new hot spot for MICE tourism. Full story: https://en.vietnamplus.vn/what-makes-free-visa-phu-quoc-island-a-new-hotspot-point-for-mice-tourism-in-the-world-post297481.vnp

  • Evergreen Symphony Orchestra’s Vietnam tour ends on high note

    Evergreen Symphony Orchestra (ESO) embarked on a one-week, four-performance tour of Vietnam in late September. Full story: https://www.taiwannews.com.tw/news/5944169

  • Vietnam’s tourism sector raises the bar to bring in fresh waves of holidaymakers

    HANOI: Major tourist destinations across the country experienced a successful summer tourism season with impressive numbers of holidaymakers to Vietnam. Full story: https://www.thestar.com.my/aseanplus/aseanplus-news/2024/09/29/vietnam039s-tourism-sector-raises-the-bar-to-bring-in-fresh-waves-of-holidaymakers

  • Vietnam’s Long An Province preserves culture, history for tourism development

    HANOI: Long An’s rich culture and history are not only a source of pride for its people, but also a great tourism strength which the Mekong Delta province is keen to utilise. Full story: https://www.thestar.com.my/aseanplus/aseanplus-news/2024/09/29/vietnam039s-long-an-province-preserves-culture-history-for-tourism-development

  • Hanoi promotes development of craft villages associated with tourism

    Hanoi has many craft villages that have been formed, existed and developed for a long time, creating unique characteristics. Aiming to meet the requirements of economic development today, craft … Full story: https://en.dangcongsan.vn/hanoi-capital/hanoi-promotes-development-of-craft-villages-associated-with-tourism-20004105.html

  • Hanoi has two more city-level tourist areas

    The Huong Son landscape complex (Huong Pagoda) in Huong Son commune, My Duc district and the Hong Van commune tourist area in Thuong Tin district have been recognized as city-level tourist areas, … Full story: https://en.dangcongsan.vn/hanoi-capital/hanoi-has-two-more-city-level-tourist-areas-20004115.html

  • Hanoi streets decorated for Liberation Day celebrations

    Many streets in Hanoi have been brilliantly decorated with national flags, banners and flowers to mark the 70th anniversary of the capital city’s liberation (October 10). The celebratory atmosphere is … Full story: https://vietbao.vn/hanoi-streets-decorated-for-liberation-day-celebrations-509079.html

  • Efforts to incorporate traditional arts into tourism

    The Vietnam Tourism Association, SOL8-Live Stage, and Van Show have co- organized a performance titled Hon Viet (“Soul of Vietnam”) in celebration of World Tourism Day. The event aims to develop … Full story: https://en.vietnamplus.vn/efforts-to-incorporate-traditional-arts-into-tourism-post297310.vnp

  • Hanoi recognises new city-level tourist areas

    In addition to the Huong Son complex, Hanoi People’s Committee also recognised Hong Van tourist area in Thuong Tin, Hanoi, as a city-level tourist area. Full story: https://vir.com.vn/hanoi-recognises-new-city-level-tourist-areas-115002.html

  • Tourism Malaysia Welcomes Malaysia Airlines’ Inaugural Flight from Da Nang

    Tourism Malaysia welcomes Malaysia Airlines’ inaugural flight from Da Nang to Kuala Lumpur, marking an important expansion in connectivity between Vietnam and Malaysia. Full story: https://www.expatgo.com/my/2024/09/27/tourism-malaysia-welcomes-malaysia-airlines-inaugural-flight-from-da-nang/

  • Huong Pagoda complex recognised as city-level tourist destination

    The Hanoi People’s Committee has just issued a decision to recognise the Huong Son special national relic complex (Huong Pagoda) in Huong Son commune, My Duc district, as a city-level tourist … Full story: https://en.vietnamplus.vn/huong-pagoda-complex-recognised-as-city-level-tourist-destination-post297298.vnp

  • World Tourism Day 2024 celebrated in Hanoi

    A ceremony was held by the Vietnam Tourism Association in Hanoi on September 26 in response to the World Tourism Day (September 27). Full story: https://en.vietnamplus.vn/world-tourism-day-2024-celebrated-in-hanoi-post297294.vnp

  • Hanoi cancels fireworks on Liberation Day

    Hanoi will not hold fireworks displays for the upcoming 70th anniversary of the Capital’s Liberation Day (October 10th), authorities said on Tuesday. Full story: https://vovworld.vn/en-US/news/hanoi-cancels-fireworks-on-liberation-day-1330349.vov

  • The best pho restaurants in Hanoi are always overcrowded

    Hanoi has many long-lasting pho shops, receiving both Vietnamese and foreign diners. As restaurant owners prepare pho with their specific recipes, every restaurant has its own loyal clients. However, … Full story: https://vietnamnet.vn/en/the-best-pho-restaurants-in-hanoi-are-always-overcrowded-2325227.html