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A forum in Mong Cai town, Quang Ninh province, has discussed enhancing cross-border tourism between Vietnam’s Mong Cai and China’s Dongxing. Ho Quang Huy, Chairman of the People’s Committee of Mong Cai town, said the event on Friday emphasized the importance of tourism for socio-economic development and cultural exchange. Huy …

A photo of South Korean girl group Blackpink’s Jennie standing in front of a restaurant selling Vietnamese street food in London has gone viral on social media with 3.8 million likes. On Thursday, Jennie posted the photo on her Instagram with 82 million followers, showing her standing outside the restaurant …

Foreign tourists are disappointed after visiting UNESCO heritage site Ha Long Bay, saying it is now overcrowded and full of plastic waste. Ana Mich, a Lithuanian visiting Ha Long Bay on a five-star cruise ship on Nov. 2, said the landscape was “impressive” but the countless plastic bags and bottles …

The Philippines’ Department of Foreign Affairs has announced the temporary suspension of e-visa applications in China until further notice after three months of trialing. It did not mention the reason for the suspension of e-visa operations in China, the Philippines News Agency reported. Visa applicants in China are advised to …

This weekend, Hanoi invites visitors to embrace its cultural symphony as jazz, art, and festive markets beckon, creating a harmonious journey through the heart of the city. Vietnam Youth Orchestra (VYO) Grand Concert 2023 On Sunday, the Hanoi Opera House will play host to an event titled “the Vietnam Youth …

The Thai police on Wednesday arrested 26 Chinese tourists for illegally gambling at a hotel in Nonthaburi Province, 30 minutes away from Bangkok. Acting on a tip-off, the immigration police raided the eighth and ninth floors of IWish hotel and found them gambling at an illegal casino there, the Nation …

Le Van Son in HCMC sells nearly 100 grilled chickens every day, drawing curious customers who first thought he was selling clay balls.     Saigon chickens grilled under clay coating Beneath the clay: Saigon’s secret ballet of grilled chickens

Thailand welcomed 24,081,613 foreign tourists between Jan. 1 and Nov. 25, including 100,059 arrivals recorded in November alone, the Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) has announced. Malaysians contributed the most to the total number of foreign arrivals with 3.66 million, followed by Chinese with 3.03 million, South Koreans with 1.43 …

Searches for Malaysia have surged on Chinese travel platforms after that country announced that Chinese visitors would be allowed 30-day visa-free entry from Dec. 1. After Sunday’s announcement, the number of searches on Qunar nearly doubled from the previous week, Global Times reported. On the app, there are direct flights …

As the Christmas atmosphere is coming, Saigon anticipates a weekend filled with cultural enchantment, from film festivals and musical concerts to art markets. The 6th Mons International Romantic Film Festival (FIFA Mons) Co-organized by the Wallonie-Bruxelles delegation to Vietnam, the upcoming 6th Mons International Romantic Film Festival aims to serve …