Quang Ngai landscapes reach Earth Photo finals

Four photographs capturing the natural beauty of Quang Ngai Province in central Vietnam while highlighting environmental concerns have advanced to the finals of the Earth Photo competition.

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Tourism boost demands visa exemptions, better service: experts

Vietnam's efforts to grow tourism need expanded visa exemptions and better quality services to compete effectively with Southeast Asia neighbors, local industry insiders have continued to argue.

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Hop-on hop-off bus tour launched in HCMC's Chinatown

A new open-top, double decker bus has begun providing tours of Ho Chi Minh City's Chinatown this week.

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Hoi An, Da Nang among top 10 cities for digital nomads in 2024

Freaking Nomads, an online resource for digital nomads, has revealed the 10 best cities for location-independent professionals this year, with Hoi An ranking first thanks to affordability, strong Wi-Fi, and warm communities.

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Nha Trang among world's top beach destinations for retirees

The central beach resort city Nha Trang has been named one of the eight best beach destinations for foreigners to retire as compiled by American magazine Travel+Leisure.

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Quiz: Which Southeast Asian country has the largest volcanic lake in the world?

Southeast Asia is dotted with approximately 750 active and potentially active volcanoes, and let's guess which country in the region has the largest volcanic lake in the world.

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Naked passenger arrested for disrupting Virgin Australia flight

A man accused of running naked down the aisle of an Australian domestic flight, knocking down a flight attendant and forcing the plane to turn back, was arrested by police at the airport, officials said on Tuesday.

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China reclaims position as Vietnam's largest source of tourists

China surpassed South Korea to become Vietnam's largest source of tourists in May with 357,907 arrivals, or nearly 40% of all foreign visitors.

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Phu Quoc named among world's most affordable tropical destinations

Phu Quoc island in southern Vietnam has been honored by U.S. magazine Travel+Leisure as one of the 10 most affordable tropical destinations to visit around the world.

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Thailand to allow tourists from 93 countries to stay for 60 days from June

Thailand's government said on Tuesday it had approved longer visa stay periods for tourists, postgraduate students and remote workers, and better visa conditions for retirees, in a move to boost its crucial tourism sector as its economy stutters.

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Thailand falls 11 places in WEF tourism development rankings

Thailand has fallen 11 places since 2022 to 47th in the World Economic Forum's Travel and Tourism Development Index due to poor services and limited infrastructure.

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Southeast Asian destinations among world's 'most boring' tourist attractions

Hanoi's Thang Long Water Puppet Theater and Penang's Fort Cornwallis have been listed among the world's "100 most boring tourist attractions" by online gaming company Solitaired.

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Quiz: Which country is the largest in Southeast Asia?

Southeast Asia is composed of 11 countries and known for its ancient temples, lush jungles and tropical islands. Let's guess which country is the largest in the region for you to discover?

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World's longest-serving flight attendant dies at 88

Bette Nash, who held the Guinness World Record for being the longest-serving flight attendant, has died of breast cancer at the age of 88.

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Indonesia plans to open air routes connecting regional Buddhist centers

Indonesia plans to open direct flights from Yogyakarta, which is home to Borobudur - the largest Buddhist temple in the world, to several countries in the region to facilitate Buddhists as well as tourists to experience spiritual tourism.

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Japan considers extending visa exemptions for Thais

The Japanese government has agreed to consider extending its current visa exemption for Thai nationals before the policy ends next year as scheduled, Thailand's Ministry of Foreign Affairs said.

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Vietnam Asia's third fastest-growing destination for European tourists

Vietnam has become the third fastest growing destination for European visitors in Asia, following Malaysia and Japan, according to a tally of accommodation searches on digital travel platform Agoda.

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Thailand vs Vietnam: Which country is better for tourists?

Many tourists say Thailand's landscape is not as beautiful and diverse as in Vietnam, but the kingdom is attractive thanks to open visa policy and quality tourism services.

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Kenyan and Nepali climbers die on Everest, three missing

A Kenyan and a Nepali climber have died close to Everest's summit, tourism officials said May 23, taking this season's toll on the world's highest mountain to at least four.

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Long Chau lighthouse: a 100-year-old beacon

Off Cat Ba Island, Vietnam's third-oldest lighthouse stands guard on Long Chau Archipelago, offering history, beauty, and a breathtaking sunset.

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Vietnam becomes top choice of Korean tourists in Southeast Asia

Nearly 847,000 people from South Korea visited Vietnam in April, accounting for 31.1% of the total 2.7 million tourists from the country to Southeast Asian nations.

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How to make pork belly with lemongrass and kumquat shake

Soaked in a spicy and sour sauce, this pork belly is crispy on the outside and tender on the inside, and is a great snack to enjoy in the early summer weather.

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Ban Gioc Waterfall among world's 21 most beautiful

Ban Gioc Waterfall in the northern mountainous province of Cao Bang has been named among the 21 most beautiful waterfalls in the world by U.S. travel magazine Travel Leisure.

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20 passengers in Singapore Airlines turbulence incident remain in Bangkok for treatment

More than 140 passengers and crew from a Singapore Airlines flight on which one person died during heavy turbulence finally reached Singapore on Wednesday, with 20 still fighting for their lives in a Bangkok hospital.

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Time Out lists Hoi An among best places to travel in July

British magazine Time Out has ranked Hoi An, an ancient city in the central province of Quang Nam, seventh in its list of the 13 best places to travel in July.

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Phu Quoc emerges as Vietnam's premier international tourist destination

The picturesque island of Phu Quoc witnessed an unprecedented surge in foreign visitors within the first quarter, at over 200% compared to the same period last year, with the influx predominantly driven by tourists from South Korea and Taiwan.

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Thailand's Phuket airport among world's 10 most improved in 2024

Phuket International Airport, one of Thailand's busiest, has made it on the list of the world’s 10 most improved airports as voted by Skytrax, a British airline review and ranking site.

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Sick of tourists, Japan town blocks view of Mt Fuji

A Japanese town began mounting a large mesh barrier at a popular viewing spot for Mount Fuji on Tuesday, in an attempt to deter photo-taking by an ever-growing number of tourists.

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Deadly shooting that killed three Spanish tourists rocks fledgling Afghanistan tourism

An attack claimed by the Islamic State group which killed foreign tourists visiting a market in central Afghanistan has also dealt a blow to the country's nascent tourism sector.

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Singapore's Changi airport world’s second best for baggage delivery

Changi Airport has been ranked the world’s second best facility for baggage delivery, following Japan’s Osaka Kansai Airport at number one, according to a passenger survey by Skytrax transport analyst.

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24 Thai female tourists arrested for illegally working at Taiwan bar

Police in Taiwan's Taipei City on Saturday detained 24 female tourists from Thailand for illegally working as hostesses at an underground bar.

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6-meter banh mi holds national record for highest number of fillings and toppings

A giant six-meter-long banh mi was awarded a national recorded for the highest number of fillings and toppings by the Vietnam Records Organization at a festival last weekend.

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Body of second missing Mongolian climber found on Everest

Rescuers found the body of a second Mongolian climber who went missing on Mount Everest, expedition organizers said Sunday, confirming the second fatality on the world's highest peak this mountaineering season.

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A day in the wild: trekking through Cat Ba National Park

Viet Hai Village, nestled amidst the emerald embrace of Cat Ba National Park, awaits those who dare a 10-kilometer trek through ancient trees and breathtaking landscapes.

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Hanoi's historic crab hotpot in a hidden alleyway

Nestled in Ba Dinh, 1946 Cua Bac charms with nostalgic northern Vietnamese cuisine, notably its famed crab hotpot, for patrons seeking traditional Indochina-era flavor in a quiet corner.

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Singapore restaurant to close after Asia’s ‘most googled chef’ dies

Singapore’s Fleurette Restaurant, owned by the late Tariq Helou – who was named Asia’s “most googled chef” by travel platform Explore Worldwide – is set to shut down on June 15.

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10 best family-friendly resorts in Vietnam: Travel+Leisure

U.S. travel magazine Travel+Leisure has recommended the 10 best resorts for families to enjoy their summer holiday in Vietnam with "numerous amenities and facilities for children."

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Singapore's Changi Airport allows all foreigners to use automated lanes

All foreigners can now use the automated lanes at Singapore Changi Airport without prior registration to clear immigration.

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Quiz: What items cannot be brought into Singapore?

Singapore is known for its impeccable cleanliness, low crime rate and strict laws on littering and let's see what items cannot be brought into the city state to avoid being slapped with heavy fines.

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Times Square named world's worst tourist trap

Times Square, a tourist hub and major commercial intersection and home to luxury shops and restaurants in New York City, has been rated the world's worst tourist trap, a study reveals.

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Korean travel agency suspended for forcing Chinese tourists to shop

A tour operator in South Korea has been suspended for one month after it was found forcing a group of Chinese tourists to go shopping during their tour in the country.

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Singapore Airlines CEO says travel out of China not yet recovered

Air travel demand from China is not back to pre-pandemic levels for Singapore Airlines, but a visa-free scheme for Chinese citizens to the Asian hub has helped fill seats and the airline will add more China capacity this year, its CEO said on Thursday.

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Garuda Indonesia flight turns back and makes emergency landing after engine fire

A jetliner taking 468 people from Indonesia to Saudi Arabia made an emergency landing on Wednesday due to an engine fire, the Garuda Indonesia airline said, in the latest incident in the archipelago's poor safety record.

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Expensive airfares continue challenging summer holiday season

Airfares to popular tourist destinations across Vietnam this summer remain high, prompting travel firms to emphasize outbound programs or tour products that prioritize road connectivity.

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Incredible summer awaits at InterContinental Phu Quoc Long Beach Resort

Azure coastline, golden sunshine, and cheerful laughter bring an incredible summer for families at InterContinental Phu Quoc Long Beach Resort.

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Three Vietnamese dishes among world's top 100 salads

Pho tron (mixed pho), nom and goi ga (Vietnamese shredded chicken salad) are placed among the top 100 salads in the world by TasteAtlas, an international food website.

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HCMC targets high-spending Australian tourists

The Ho Chi Minh City Department of Tourism on May 13 and 14 partnered with the Consulate General of Vietnam in Sydney to host a series of promotion events aimed at attracting Australian tourists.

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Australia's Qantas to suspend flights to China's Shanghai on low demand

Qantas Airways said on Tuesday it will suspend its Sydney flights to Shanghai from July 28, citing low demand, around nine months after the Australian flag carrier resumed the service on hopes of a travel rebound following the pandemic.

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Mysterious 'floating' lake discovered in central Vietnam

A mysterious lake has been discovered in Thung Cave within Phong Nha-Ke Bang National Park in the central province of Quang Binh.

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Tourist dies after falling off cruise ship in South Korea

South Korean authorities on Sunday confirmed that a 65-year-old tourist died after falling overboard from a cruise ship and an investigation is ongoing.

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