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'Giant' rodent meat in Hanoi impresses Australian YouTuber

An Australian tourist’s curiosity led him to a Hanoi restaurant to taste delicacies made from bamboo rat, a 'giant' rodent, after learning about it during a trip to Vietnam’s Northwest.

Indian media reveals seven tourist magnet destinations in Vietnam

The Times of India has published an article revealing seven Vietnamese destinations that can be considered as tourist magnets.

Da Nang sees a 35% surge in foreign tourist arrivals: Unveiling the attractions

Da Nang, a vibrant coastal city in central Vietnam, has once again solidified its position as a premier international tourist destination.

Ha Long to host first hot air balloon festival in early September

The skies over Ha Long will be full of hot air balloons during its first-ever festival in early September to mark 79 years of National Day of Vietnam (1945-2024), and 30 years of Ha Long Bay’s World Heritage site recognition by UNESCO (1994-2024).

Visa waiver policy, product diversity and safety lure visitors to Vietnam

Vietnam’s tourism industry is gathering full steam from the COVID-19 inflicted hiatus thanks to its new visa waiver policy, high safety level, new attractive products and tourism promotion efforts locally and globally.

Nha Trang fourth preferred destination for Korean tourists

Nha Trang city in the southcentral coastal province of Khanh Hoa ranked fourth in the list of the most popular overseas destinations for Korean travelers on their Liberation Day holiday, which falls on August 15.

Two Vietnamese boat tours listed among world's best experiences

Cruising on the Lan Ha Bay - Ha Long Bay - Dau Be Island route in the northern province of Quang Ninh and taking a basket boat in Hoi An Ancient Town in the central province of Quang Nam has been ranked among the world's 25 best boat experiences.

Island and coastal regions to combine tourism and environmental protection

Many coastal and island localities have developed action plans to raise awareness of environmental protection and promote tourism development in conjunction with solutions to reduce plastic waste.

Ho Chi Minh City's most expensive bread still draws crowds

At noon, with the temperature in Saigon peaking at 38°C, a large crowd of both local and foreign customers line up under the scorching sun to buy the famed Huynh Hoa banh mi, priced at 68,000 VND ($2.8).

Phu Quoc: VN’s gem shines as the world’s second most attractive destination

Phu Quoc Island, Vietnam's emerging travel gem, has recently been recognized as the second most captivating island in the world, just behind the Maldives, according to Travel+Leisure's 2024 rankings.

Experience the best of Da Nang’s nightlife at Da Nang Downtown

Da Nang Downtown, the city's newly rebranded ‘entertainment district’, has quickly become the go-to destination for experiencing the vibrant nightlife of Da Nang.

The secret of a Saigon-Style banh mi shop in Hong Kong

Two Saigonese women have brought their hometown's authentic banh mi (Vietnamese sandwiches) to Hong Kong, determined to maintain the original flavor and not alter it to suit local tastes.

After years of hard work, couple travels by motorbike throughout the country

In 2022, Nguyen Hoang Cam advised his wife to give up their private business and spend time traveling. Together, they have been to more than 10 cities and provinces, making up for the years they had to work hard to provide for their family.

Unique souvenirs: Chinese woman's affinity for Vietnamese wooden cutting boards

Yi Yun, a young woman from Jiangxi Province, China, currently living and working in Cau Giay District, Hanoi, shared her fondness for buying Vietnamese wooden cutting boards as gifts for her family back in China.

The 200-year-old wood house: A priceless family heirloom

In the village of Loc Yen, Quang Nam province, stands a 200-year-old house made of jackfruit wood, cherished as an invaluable family heirloom by its owner, Nguyen Dinh Hoan.

Lan Ty Valley: A thrilling adventure in the heart of Lang Son

Located about 120km from Hanoi, Lan Ty Valley, in the Huu Lien special-use forest in Huu Lung district, Lang Son province, is a natural wonder. Its beautiful, cool, and fresh landscape makes it a favored spot for nature lovers and adventure seekers.

Lang Son’s bean curd specialty is ‘hot’ online, hunted by Hanoians

In recent days, information about the quality of NaSam bean curd has spread through social media and Hanoi food forums. The bean curd has been known as a delicious food in northern provinces for many years.

Nha Trang listed among top five Asian destinations for diving

The latest data released by digital travel platform Agoda has revealed the top five Asian destinations for diving, with Nha Trang City in the central coastal province of Khanh Hoa featured among the list.

Discover the "Terraced Waterfall" in Hoa Binh

Nestled in the scenic landscape of Hoa Binh Province, Mu Waterfall is a must-visit destination for those looking to unwind in nature.

For 37 years, rice shop draws diners from midnight to dawn

For the past 37 years, a broken rice shop has been a nightly haven for locals, artists, and overseas Vietnamese, opening only from midnight to dawn.