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E-visa scheme to be extended by two years

E-visa scheme to be extended by two years

E-visa scheme to be extended by two years The Vietnamese government has approved a two-year extension of the pilot e-visa issuance programme for foreigners visiting the country.

Ba Ria-Vung Tau promotes cultural values in tourism development

Ba Ria-Vung Tau promotes cultural values in tourism development

Located in Viet Nam’s key southern economic region, Ba Ria-Vung Tau is endowed with favorable geographical and natural conditions for tourism development. In addition to its beautiful beaches, Ba Ria-Vung Tau is home to many landmarks, historical relics, and coastal festivals.

Second Lang Biang pink grass festival scheduled for late November

Second Lang Biang pink grass festival scheduled for late November

The Central Highlands province of Lam Dong has agreed to allow the Lac Duong District to host the Second Lang Biang Pink Grass Festival 2018, which is scheduled to begin in late November.

Cao Bang on its path to develop signature local tourist products

Cao Bang on its path to develop signature local tourist products

Located in a mountainous border region, Cao Bang province is home to the diverse culture of local ethic minority groups, as well as historical sites and stunning tourist attractions. The local authorities have rolled out every effort to utilise these advantages in the building of signature tourist products in a bid to foster the local hospitality sector.

Viet Nam International Travel Mart (VITM) project receives approval

Viet Nam International Travel Mart (VITM) project receives approval

The Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism has recently approved a project to organise the Viet Nam International Travel Mart (VITM), promoting it as an important international and national tourism event.

Ly Son geopark in central province seeks global status

Ly Son geopark in central province seeks global status

Chairman of the UNESCO Global Geoparks Council Guy Martini has expressed his hope that the central province of Quang Ngai will submit the dossiers of the Ly Son geopark to the UN Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organisation (UNESCO) to seek a global status next year.

Vietnamese airports serve nearly 80 million passengers in nine months

Vietnamese airports serve nearly 80 million passengers in nine months

Vietnamese airports served 79.28 million passengers in the first nine months of 2018, a rise of 12.1 percent year-on-year; and transported 1.1 million tonnes of goods, up 5.6 percent, reported the Civil Aviation Authority of Viet Nam (CAAV).

Da Nang a top 10 holiday destination for Singaporeans

Da Nang a top 10 holiday destination for Singaporeans

This is shown by data compiled by Kayak, a Singapore-based travel booking site that allows people to look for cheap flights and hotels for holidays.

Vietnam's Seven localities pilot double-decker bus service

Vietnam's Seven localities pilot double-decker bus service

Ha Noi, Quang Ninh, Quang Nam, Da Nang, Thua Thien - Hue, Lam Dong, Kien Giang and Ho Chi Minh city will pilot transport services by double-decker bus, announced the Ministry of Transport.

Viet Nam among world’s budget-destinations to travel to before you turn 30

Viet Nam among world’s budget-destinations to travel to before you turn 30

On the World Tourism Day 2018, Cutacut decided to make a list of budget-friendly destinations you can travel to without drilling a hole through your pocket.

10 Best Places to Visit in October around the world

10 Best Places to Visit in October around the world

October is a good time to hit the road. Temperatures are comfortably pleasant. Mother Nature tosses a spectacular outdoor show in the northern hemisphere as foliage turns from green to red. It’s a time for people to give thanks and celebrate the season. An overview of the best places to visit in October:

International visitors to Viet Nam in September and 9 months of 2018

International visitors to Viet Nam in September and 9 months of 2018

International visitors to Viet Nam in September estimated 1,212,597 arrivals, decrease 8.4% over last month and up 24.2% over the same period last year. Total international arrivals in 9 months reached 11,616,490 arrivals, increase 22.9% over the same period last year.

Mu Cang Chai Vietnam in the top 10 most beautiful mountain in the world

Mu Cang Chai Vietnam in the top 10 most beautiful mountain in the world

Mu Cang Chai is a small mountain town in the west of Yen Bai Province, about 300 km from Hanoi. You will find yourself smaller than ever before in the Northwest. You will also find tranquility, the luxuries of the busy city. Autumn comes, the terraces in Mu Cang Chai is more attractive with the yellow dress shirt rice season

Muong Lo Tourism - Culture Week to resume on October 12-14, 2018

Muong Lo Tourism - Culture Week to resume on October 12-14, 2018

Sapa,Vietnam - The Muong Lo Tourism - Culture Week and the Mu Cang Chai Terraced Field Festival will take place in the northern mountainous province of Yen Bai on October 12-14, Vice Chairman of the provincial People’s Committee Duong Van Tien has said.

Quang Ninh to host National Food Festival 2018

Quang Ninh to host National Food Festival 2018

Organized by the provincial people’s committee in cooperation with the Viet Nam National Administration of Tourism, the event is a part of activities for the National Tourism Year 2018, in which Quang Ninh is the host.