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The Chinese government has decided to include Vietnam in a list of countries that can receive outbound tours from China, starting from March 15. Banh The Doan, Cultural Counselor of the Chinese Embassy in Vietnam, made the announcement at a meeting Wednesday, Nguyen Phuong Hoa, Director of International Cooperation Department …

This sweet and sour sardine salad using crunchy white sardine fillet with vegetables, herbs, and a special sauce is a delicacy of Phan Thiet. Phan Thiet in the south central coast is one of the key destinations for tourists who want to discover Vietnamese cuisines. The distinctiveness of the food …

CNBC has named three Vietnamese staples, pho, banh mi and iced coffee in a list of Southeast Asia’s must try dishes and drinks, praising Vietnamese cuisine for “its fresh and vibrant flavors.” Pho noodle soup consists of a rich, savory broth, rice noodles, and thinly sliced beef or chicken. In …

American magazine Travel+Leisure has called a journey through Vietnam and Thailand one of world’s 21 life-changing trips everyone should experience at least once. “A trip through Southeast Asia is a must for any traveler, especially foodies who love street eats,” the magazine said. “Thailand and Vietnam can easily be paired …

Major hotel operators in Thailand have announced expansion plans amid a bright outlook for tourism as Southeast Asia’s second largest economy expects 30 million foreign arrivals this year. Hospitality giant Centara Hotels and Resorts has set aside 23 billion baht ($665 million) to build at least six hotels over the …

Lao Airlines will resume direct flights from Vientiane to Da Nang City in central Vietnam on March 30. The Da Nang-Vientiane air route will see two flights per week on Thursdays and Sundays. Noudeng Chanthaphasouk, commercial director of Lao Airlines, said that the resumption of the direct route, favored by …

Travel magazine Tripzilla has named Hanoi one of the eight safest Asian destinations for solo female travelers, where “violent crimes against tourists are rare and most locals are friendly.” “Though it is often overlooked when discussing the best solo trips for women, Vietnam’s capital is generally a safe place for …

Warm hospitality, convenient visa policies and modern infrastructure make Thailand a top outbound destination among Vietnamese tourists, some of whom call it their “second home.” Tran Le Ngoc Thang from Hanoi has traveled to Thailand 10 times. Three of those trips have come since Thailand – the country of golden …

The Thai government expects its 10-year, multiple entry Long Term Residence visa program, will attract a million foreigners over five years as a boon to post-pandemic tourism and economic growth. Since its launch on September 1 last year, 2,800 foreigners have applied for the new visas, with retirees accounting for …

Authorities in the Philippines earlier this week sacked five airport security personnel for allegedly stealing ¥20,000 ($200) from a Thai tourist at the Ninoy Aquino International Airport. The security officers are under criminal investigation, The Philippine Star reported. The incident came to light after a witness posted a video on …