Ecuador gang kills 5 tourists in case of mistaken identity

Ecuadoran gangsters abducted, interrogated and killed five tourists, apparently thinking they were members of a rival drug gang, officials said Saturday.

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Vietnam has one of world's tastiest dumplings: CNN

CNN has selected banh bot loc (Vietnamese tapioca dumplings), a specialty originating from the former imperial capital of Hue, as one of world’s 35 tastiest dumplings.

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Tourists flock to Kiss Bridge for 'Love Hurricane'

Sunset Town has attracted thousands of tourists every afternoon to see impressive performances by the World Flyboard champion, as well as runners-up from Russia and Korea, and Australian water motor athletes.

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6 Italian restaurants for a romantic evening in Hanoi

When it comes to Italian cuisine in Hanoi, these six hidden gems offer an intimate experience for couples, catering to diverse budgets and preferences.

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Ho Chi Minh City cafe wows with 3-ton bookshelf

In District 10, a new café boasts a giant bookshelf holding over 3 tons of books, along with vintage decor, attracting visitors with its tranquil ambiance.

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Thailand in talks with China, Laos on opening new air routes

Thailand is discussing with China and Laos about a plan to open new air routes to help ease congestion in the current flight path set by the International Civil Aviation Organisation (ICAO).

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Could Binh Lieu be the next Ha Giang?

Nestled in the northeast corner of Vietnam is a district that is growing in popularity among Vietnamese tourists and has potential to be another popular tourism hotspot in the country.

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Thailand expects to pass bill on legalizing casino to drive tourism recovery

A bill that would legalize casinos in Thailand could be passed in the current government's term, an official said on Friday, as insiders believed a legal casino market would be a huge success in drawing more visitors to the country.

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Dolphins spotted off Ha Long Bay in northern Vietnam

The waters in Ha Long Bay and Bai Tu Long Bay, and surrounding Co To island in the northeastern province of Quang Ninh have been frequented by dolphins, including white ones, capturing attention of social media.

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'Scolded' braless passenger wants meeting with US airline boss

A woman who says she was threatened with being kicked off a U.S. Delta Air Lines flight because she was not wearing a bra demanded a meeting with the company's top boss on Thursday over what she says is a discriminatory policy.

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Visa-free policy makes UAE preferred destination of Chinese tourists

The United Arab Emirates (UAE) has emerged as a favored destination of Chinese tourists, buoyed by its visa-free policy and increased flight connections.

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Michelin-starred restaurant in HCMC named among Asia's 50 best

Anan Saigon, which achieved one Michelin star last year, was Vietnam's only representative to be honored at this year's Asia's 50 Best Restaurants Award, an accolade it has now received four times in a row.

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How to make stir-fried beef with black pepper sauce

Stir-fried beef with black pepper sauce showcases tender meat and a balanced sauce with sweetness, saltiness, and fragrant black pepper heat, ideal for pairing with crispy bao buns.

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Does Cat Tien national park have untapped potential?

It's only a few hours from Vietnam's biggest city, home to over 1,600 species and recognized by UNESCO as a biosphere reserve zone with numerous endangered animals such as the yellow-cheeked black gibbon.

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Chinese tourists brawl over best selfie spot on 5,000-meter-high snow mountain

A group of Chinese tourists were filmed pushing and fighting each other on the observation deck of a snow mountain in China to fight for the best selfie spot, prompting local police to act.

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Chinese tourist puts life at risk posing for photos on 'death cliff'

A video capturing a female Chinese tourist clinging to a rock cliff to take photos and falling to the bottom has gone viral on social media, with netizens criticizing her dangerous acts.

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Travel firms in trouble as tourists cancel Russia visit after concert terror attack

Travel firms offering Russia tours are facing financial pressure since customers are balking at visiting the country and demanding refunds due to safety concerns following the recent terror attack.

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Korean-American pop star Tiffany explores Hoi An

American singer-songwriter of Korean descent Stephanie Young Hwang, known as Tiffany, showed off a series of photos walking on the beach, sunbathing by a swimming pool and enjoying coffee during her holiday in Hoi An.

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Hilton debuts in Vietnam's largest city

With views of the Saigon River from the room, Hilton’s flagship-branded property in Ho Chi Minh City will be a landmark addition to this dynamic metropolis.

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Big hotel chains and unbranded-hotel owners find they need each other

Independent hotel operators and giant global chains are increasingly linking up in franchise agreements as high-interest rates have slammed the hospitality industry, slowing down new hotel construction.

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Waste cleanup campaign launched in Ha Long Bay following tourists' complaints

Ha Long City in the northern province of Quang Ninh kicks off a campaign on Tuesday to clean up and collect waste in Ha Long Bay.

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Waste cleanup campaign to be launched in Ha Long Bay following tourists'complaints

Ha Long City in the northern province of Quang Ninh kicks off a campaign on Tuesday to clean up and collect waste in Ha Long Bay.

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Singapore Airlines to suspend flights to two Chinese cities for regulatory reasons

Singapore Airlines will suspend flights to China's Chengdu and Chongqing from March 31 after failing to get approval from authorities there to continue flying to the two cities.

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Malaysian TV host suggests Genting Highlands learn from Ba Na Hills

According to Nafis Abdullah from Astro Arena TV channel, Sun World Ba Na Hills in Da Nang is his favorite destination in his journey to explore Vietnam.

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Malaysian TV hosts recommends Genting Highlands to learn from Ba Na Hills

According to Nafis Abdullah from Astro Arena TV channel, Sun World Ba Na Hills in Da Nang is his favorite destination in his journey to explore Vietnam.

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Tourists turn away as Ha Long Bay full of plastic waste

Many foreign tourists visiting Ha Long Bay and Cat Ba Island in northern Vietnam felt disappointed and angered recently after encountering a large amount of plastic waste.

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What's inside Hanoi's priciest crab noodle soup?

With the most expensive option at $8 per bowl, exclusively on weekends, Miss Ba's crab noodle soup in Hanoi remains a favorite, praised for its fresh crab sourced from southern Vietnam.

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Thailand to increase screening of foreigners amid major crackdown

Immigration authorities have been told to revoke visas of those found to be in Thailand without a valid reason or linked with criminal activities as the country begins a crackdown to restore its tourism reputation.

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NOX Beach Club: new tropical beachfront destination in central Vietnam

NOX Beach Club, a tropical entertainment complex, has opened with six innovative restaurants and bars in 5,000 sq.m of beachfront land, 15 minutes from Hoi An and 45 minutes from Da Nang.

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How to cook caramelized shrimp and pork

Caramelized shrimp and pork, rich with sweet and savory flavors and complemented by scallions, is a great choice for a summer home-cooked meal.

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Hong Kong celeb and husband discover Hoi An's culinary delights

On a Vietnamese getaway, Hong Kong television actress Grace Wong and her husband embarked on a culinary adventure, savoring the flavors of Hoi An.

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10,000 cheap air tickets to be offered at international travel fair

About 10,000 cheap air tickets are expected to be offered at the Vietnam International Travel Mart (VITM) 2024 which is slated to take place from April 11-14 in Hanoi, according to the Vietnam Tourism Association (VTA).

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South Korea takes action as Chinese tourists forced to buy overpriced items

South Korean authorities pledged to crack down on cheap tour packages that press Chinese tourists to purchase overpriced products.

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The secret agents of the Michelin Guide

They are paid to eat in the best restaurants in the world -- but the price is having to lie even to their friends about the job.

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Japan saw record 2.79 mln visitors in February due to Lunar New Year boost

Japan welcomed 2.79 million visitors in February, a record for the month and the most for any month since the Covid-19 pandemic began, boosted by travel during Lunar New Year holidays.

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Hoi An beats Bali, Phuket to become Asia's top destination for business travelers

The ancient city of Hoi An has surpassed other regional destinations to be named "Asia's Best Corporate Retreat Destination" at this year’s World MICE Awards ceremony in Germany.

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Indonesia seeks to join Singapore to promote tourism with A-list stars

Indonesia’s Tourism Minister Sandiaga Uno said his country is willing to cooperate with Singapore to attract world-famous artists like Taylor Swift for big concerts that would help promote tourism.

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Thailand revokes visas of two New Zealand tourists for assaulting police officer

Two tourists from New Zealand were being held in prison in Thailand for allegedly assaulting a police officer on the resort island of Phuket and their visas will be revoked, Thai authorities said.

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Australia state threatens to blacklist overcharging taxi drivers

Australia's New South Wales has announced it will put taxi drivers found overcharging passengers or refusing to take them on a blacklist in efforts to improve its tourism reputation.

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HCMC among world's cheapest nightlife destinations: Time Out

British travel magazine Time Out has ranked Ho Chi Minh City at sixth place among world's 10 cheapest nightlife destinations with the average cost of £8.66 (US$11).

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Kiss of the Sea, the most worth-seeing show in Phu Quoc

"Kiss of the Sea" is renowned for its sophisticated staging, modern technology, nightly artistic fireworks, and the participation of 60 international artists on the world's largest sea-based theater.

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HCMC, Phu Quoc rank among Asia's best destinations

Ho Chi Minh City is ranked 10th on a list of the best cities in the Asia-Pacific, while Phu Quoc is honored among the top 10 islands by readers of travel magazine DestinAsia.

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Vietnam's best city hotels according to Asia's leading travel magazine

Readers of Asia’s leading luxury travel magazine DestinAsian have voted 10 best city hotels in Vietnam based on friendliness, staff service, convenient location, modern facilities and quality of dining options.

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Hanoi's sticky rice and fried pate: a 2-hour breakfast favorite

Despite being open for only 2 hours, a 21-year-old sticky rice stall in Hanoi's Old Quarter remains a beloved breakfast spot for many, renowned for its signature topping: fried pate.

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DestinAsian's 10 top luxury resorts in Vietnam

Asia's leading travel magazine DestinAsian readers have picked their 10 best luxury resorts in Vietnam for their 17th annual Readers’ Choice Awards, with an expanded listing for boutique lodgings and new categories.

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Airfares during Reunification Day holidays surge

Airfares during the Reunification Day and May Day (April 30-May 1), normally the second largest holiday in Vietnam after the Lunar New Year, have increased by 50% from normal days.

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Thailand fears Japan's visa-free policy could be scrapped over increased overstaying

The number of Thais overstaying in Japan has increased sharply in recent years, raising concerns over a possible suspensionof visa-free travel policy from the Northeast Asian country.

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Thailand again considers legalizing casinos to boost foreign visitor number

Thailand is again considering legalizing casinos to draw investment and tourism, a study submitted to the House of Representative on Friday showed, but such proposals have been losing bets in the past because of public disapproval.

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Malaysia to raise passenger service fees for flights to ASEAN countries

The Malaysian Aviation Commission recently announced it will increase the passenger service charge for international flights from Malaysia's airports to ASEAN countries starting from June 1.

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Two arrested for robbing Thai tourists in India's famous Buddhist temple

The Indian police have arrested two people including a minor boy for allegedly robbing Thai pilgrims near the Mahabodhi Temple at Bodh Gaya.

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