Embark on a culinary adventure in Pu Luong and savor the flavors of Thai cuisine. Each dish reflects the region’s rich natural resources and the creativity of the local people. Pu Luong, nestled in the northwest province of Thanh Hoa, about 150 kilometers from Hanoi, captivates visitors with its natural …
Read More »Limited night entertainment options a headache for Vietnam tourism
On the second night, tour guide Le Hai Dang who has 20 years experience, did not know where to take his tourists to hang out in Hanoi, except Ta Hien beer street in the Old Quarter. Vietnam’s nighttime economy has yet to flourish as foreign tourist spending on entertainment and …
Read More »Golden Bridge in Da Nang among world’s most iconic
The Golden Bridge in the central city of Da Nang ranked sixth among 10 most iconic bridges around the world by Indian monthly magazine LuxeBook. The Indian magazine recently unveiled a list of the 10 most iconic bridges worldwide as suggestions for travelers this summer. “More than being a pure …
Read More »Tourists left upside down on rollercoaster for three hours
Authorities in America’s Wisconsin State are investigating a case in which eight tourists were left hanging upside-down on a rollercoaster at a festival for at least three hours. Video footage posted by a Facebook user showed the rollercoaster car carrying eight people, including seven children start moving to the top …
Read More »Thai driver faces prison for threatening Singaporean tourist
Police on Thailand’s Phuket Island have charged a van driver for threatening a Singaporean tourist after a video of their dispute went viral on social media. The 47-year-old driver was charged with “frightening a person by use of threat” at a court session on Monday. He could face a fine …
Read More »Seaplane service linking Ha Long and Co To Island launched
The Hai Au Aviation JSC announced on Thursday that it has launched a new seaplane service linking Tuan Chau in Ha Long to Co To Island in the northern province of Quang Ninh. The flight takes roughly 35 minutes, reducing travel time compared to a high-speed boat that takes around …
Read More »Intriguing stinky tofu draws crowds in Saigon
Despite its pungent aroma, this stinky tofu has managed to captivate many diners, forming a long queue in front of a cart on Tran Quoc Thao Street in HCMC’s District 3. Intriguing stinky tofu draws crowds in Saigon Intriguing stinky tofu draws crowds in District 3
Read More »Vietnam tourism to benefit from Blackpink Hanoi concert tour
Searches for accommodations in Hanoi grew by 10-fold while homestay services started flooding social media after K-pop girl group Blackpink confirmed their concert tour later this month, promising a boom for the capital’s tourism industry. On June 26, Blackpink announced they would hold two concerts at Hanoi’s My Dinh National …
Read More »Vietnamese tourists are ‘mindful voyagers’: Booking.com
Vietnam is the only Asia-Pacific country listed in Booking.com’s “Mindful Voyagers” group, which is hailed as being responsible toward the environment and having a desire to support local communities. The list was released by the Dutch online travel agency in the 2023 edition of APAC Travel Confidence Index, based on …
Read More »Vietnamese ice sculptures wow Ho Chi Minh City
The $1.2-million Dam Sen Water Park ice sculpture garden in Ho Chi Minh City showcases a vibrant 1,000 tons of ice crafted into iconic architectural masterpieces. Vietnamese ice sculptures wow Ho Chi Minh City Vietnamese ice sculptures wow Ho Chi Minh City
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