How to make 12-hour Vu Dai braised fish for Tet

Vu Dai Village's braised fish, a winter delicacy with vibrant color and robust flavor, features fermented crab paste and lime juice for a distinctive taste.

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Hanoi launches night tours to explore Sword Lake temple

A nighttime tourism program to discover the Ngoc Son Temple on Sword Lake in downtown Hanoi, debuted at a ceremony on Jan. 31.

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Vietnam has one of world's most incredible beaches: Lonely Planet

Ti Top beach in UNESCO heritage site Ha Long Bay was named one of 100 best beaches in the world by Australian magazine Lonely Planet.

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American tourist complains about harassment by boatwoman in Ninh Binh

An American tourist claimed she was harassed and coerced by a boatwoman into buying souvenirs in the northern Ninh Binh Province.

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HCMC pilots use of electric cars to serve tourists

Ho Chi Minh City is planning to use some 200 electric cars to transport tourists around downtown.

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Indonesia arrests 3 Mexican nationals after tourist shot in alleged robbery

Indonesian police said Tuesday they have arrested three Mexicans for alleged robbery on the resort island of Bali that left a tourist from Turkey badly wounded.

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Which countries can Chinese passport holders visit without a visa?

China, since reopening its borders in 2023 after three years of self-imposed isolation due to Covid-19, has sealed visa waiver pacts with select countries to encourage travel of its citizens, a boon to foreign destinations wooing Chinese tourists.

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Travel firms, destinations gear up for Korean tourist inflow during Tet

As South Korea is forecast to be the largest source of foreign visitors to Vietnam during the Lunar New Year holidays, many travel companies and tourist attractions have launched new products to meet their demand.

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Indonesia targets 1,000 foreigners via 'golden visa' program

The Indonesian government has set a target of attracting at least 1,000 investors through the “golden visa” program, part of an effort to attract high-quality talent and capital flows into this Southeast Asian country.

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Over 1.5 million foreign visitors arrive in January

Vietnam received 1.51 million foreign tourists in January, up 10.3% from the previous month and 73.6% year-on-year and the highest monthly number since it reopened post-Covid.

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World's largest cruise ship sets sail

The world's largest cruise ship, Royal Caribbean's Icon of the Seas, has set sail from Miami on its maiden voyage, carrying what amounted to the population of a small city.

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Passenger opens emergency exit, walks on plane's wing

A man boarding a flight of AeroMexico airline opened an emergency exit and walked on a plane’s wing but his fellow passengers are supporting his action.

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Unique multimedia show with daily fireworks opens to rave reviews on Phu Quoc Island

A new oceanside, multimedia, multi-sensory show, created by an award-winning French producer, amazed a full house at the premiere on Jan. 26 in Sunset Town on Phu Quoc Island.

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Thailand and China sign mutual visa exemption

Thailand and China on Sunday signed off on a visa waiver agreement at talks between their foreign ministers as the two countries look to boost ties.

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Saigon's antique market draws expats, tourists for vintage finds

Since 2013, an antique market in HCMC has captured the interest of many visitors, both local and international, attracting them to explore vintage treasures within a coffee shop ambiance.

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Hot and cold: torched ice cream in Hanoi

Korean torched ice cream has gained popularity this chilly winter among young Hanoians who enjoy its hot-and-cold contrast.

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Meo Vac Market: a Sunday tradition in northern cultural tapestry

During the winter in Ha Giang Province, the Meo Vac Market on Sundays transforms the rocky plateau into a lively tapestry of milling buyers, sellers and tourists.

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Nostalgia unleashed: Tet celebrations at Hanoi's Thang Long Imperial Citadel

Hanoi’s Thang Long Imperial Citadel presents a Tet space highlighting various regional cultures and festive celebrations as part of the "Happy Tet" program from Jan. 24 to 28.

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Indian tourists prefer Bangkok to Dubai following visa exemption

Dubai is no longer top choice of Indian travelers who now opt for Bangkok thanks to Thailand's visa-free entry, data from digital travel platform Agoda showed.

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China returns to top five inbound destinations of Thailand: Agoda

China ranked second in the list of Thailand’s top five inbound destinations for the upcoming Lunar New Year holiday, marking its return for the first time since 2019.

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Hanoi weekend abuzz with Tet festivities

As the Lunar New Year draws near, Hanoi is seeing a weekend filled with art, history, and cultural celebrations.

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A peek into Indian couple's luxury wedding in Phu Quoc

The wedding of a wealthy Indian couple held in Sunset Town on Vietnam’s largest island Phu Quoc featured artistic lighting shows and fireworks performances.

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Vietjet opens new route connecting HCMC with Chengdu ​

Vietjet continues to expand its international flight network with a new route connecting Ho Chi Minh City of Vietnam with Chengdu of China, contributing to promoting trade and tourism between the two cities and two countries as well.

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Thailand puts forward six proposals to boost ASEAN tourism

The Thai cabinet has approved six proposals by the Minister of Tourism and Sports to build up regional partnership in promoting tourism of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN).

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A peak into Indian couple's luxury wedding in Phu Quoc

The wedding of a wealthy Indian couple held in Sunset Town on Vietnam’s largest island Phu Quoc featured artistic lighting shows and fireworks performances.

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Soko Group elevates rendition of Vietnamese gastronomy

Soko Group, known for blending international flavors with Vietnamese cuisine, has attracted a younger demographic to its openings of restaurants like Soko Cake Bake & Brunch and Noriboi.

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South Korea to send most visitors to Vietnam during Tet: Agoda

Hotel booking data from online travel platform Agoda indicates South Koreans will top the list of visitors to Vietnam during the Lunar New Year holidays next month.

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Thai hotel giant Minor expects tourist arrivals to exceed govt target

Thai hospitality giant Minor International expects foreign tourist arrivals to exceed 34 million, beating the government's forecast, as Chinese travelers return, the company's chairman told reporters on Tuesday.

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Hundreds of tourists flock to see frost on northern peak

Nearly 600 tourists visited the peak of Mau Son Mountain in the northern province of Lang Son Tuesday to witness frost at 1,180 m above sea level.

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Air Canada passenger opens emergency door aircraft on London flight

An elderly man boarding an Air Canada flight from London to Toronto tried to open the aircraft doors midflight, before the plane managed to land safely.

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Korean airline weighs passengers for working out safety parameters

South Korea's second largest carrier, Asiana Airlines, is weighing passengers on international flights as part of data-driven efforts to ensure aviation safety.

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