Le Ha Uyen never tires of searching her hometown’s shady alleys and side streets in search of the perfect bowl of noodles. Tang Thi Vui, right, sells savory rice cakes at a market in Da Nang, Vietnam. The central region’s best-known foods can rival specialties from other parts of the country. “It takes time to explore,” said Ms. Uyen, a 24-year-old foreign affairs officer who blogs about Da Nang and its vast food culture. “We have a very diverse cuisine, and different shops have different types of cooking.” Travelers arriving in Da Nang typically travel by road 29 kilometers, or 18 miles, south to the former trading port of Hoi An, which Unesco has designated a cultural heritage landmark. Others drive north to the former royal capital of Hue, another designated heritage site, where a preserved citadel offers glimpses into a former feudal empire. But some residents and expatriates say Da Nang, a coastal city that was host to a U.S. air … [Read more...]
Da Nang & Vietnam Airlines come together
The Da Nang People’s Committee and Vietnam Airlines held a signing ceremony for a cooperation agreement to promote tourism in the central city and routes flown by Vietnam Airlines to the destination, contributing to the development of the local tourism and aviation sectors in particular and the country in general. Two sign agreement on promoting central city and Vietnam Airlines' routes. Photo: Vietnam Airlines Da Nang will have a policy for stimulating demand for Vietnam Airlines’ flights to and from the city and at the same time will lead in connecting Vietnam Airlines with travel companies. Vietnam Airlines committed to accompanying Da Nang in organizing cultural, sports, and tourism events at the national and international level. The city’s travel and trade promotion delegations will also be given special privileges by the national flag carrier when using its services. The agreement also aims to promote the destination of Da Nang and the image of Vietnam … [Read more...]
Da Nang: To attract European tourists combining Siem Reap, Cambodia
(Cinet)- Vietnam Airlines Corporation recently held a workshop to launch European tourists market to Da Nang combining Siem Reap, Cambodia. The workshop is opportunity for Vietnam enterprises and European exchanging and cooperating in the tourism sector. The tour operators from more than 12 European countries have listened the advantages of tourism in Vietnam, in which, Da Nang is not only the hub connected the world cultural heritage in the Central , but also attraction destination for domestic and foreign tourists. Connecting Da Nang with Siem Riep destination, Cambodia to create one tour of the cultural and heritage tourism closer to European travelers. The European travel agents also tour, explore products and services in Da Nang and Siem Reap, Cambodia to design the suitable tour for tourists. Da Nang has a total 18 international routes, including 4 direct flights including: Da Nang - Singapore, Da Nang - Hong Kong, Da Nang - Seoul and Da Nang - Cambodia along 14 charter … [Read more...]
Da Nang-Vietnam team retires from World Yacht Race after storm knockdown
The Da Nang-Vietnam boat was hit by a heavy storm this week, forcing the team to retire from the current leg of the Clipper Round the World Yacht Race. The boat was knocked down by a large wave at 10:15 pm on Monday, causing damage to the port side binnacle and helming bars. Skipper Wendy Tuck and some crew members suffered minor injuries while another member, Bridget Keevil, sustained a small cut to the eye and nose, according to the competition’s website. The team has decided to retire from the race and motorsail for the moment as they make the rest of the way to Seattle, it says. The rest of the 12-yacht fleet is expected to arrive in Seatle between April 15 and 20. The Vietnam-Da Nang boat will be fixed in Seattle and then continue the race. Dang Viet Dung, deputy chairman of the Da Nang People’s Committee, said on Wednesday that local authorities support the team’s decision to retire. This has been the ninth journey of the race, namely Seattle Pacific … [Read more...]
Da Nang called for investment on tourism and entertainment
In addition, Nguyen Xuan Binh also said a horse-racing project, planned on 500,000sq.m in Cam Le district, was the biggest project with a proposed investment capital of 200 million USD, while Ngu Hanh Son (Marble Mountains) Cultural and Historical Park has called for investment of 87 million USD.In which, Da Nang City also called for investment in the first underground shopping centre on Son Thuy Beach in coastal Ngu Hanh Son district with a proposed 40 million USD. “We call for investment from foreign investors during our promotions in South Korea, Japan and Europe. The city will ensure favourable conditions for investors with flexible policies and positive support as well as administrative reform,” Binh said.According to Nguyen Xuan Binh, Da Nang City also has an eye on calling local and foreign investment in a cruise port and piers, public parks, an international cuisine centre and a dog-race arena.Binh said the projects would help turn the city into a centre of tourism, … [Read more...]
Da Nang marathon attracts 5,000
Around 5,000 runners are expected to line up for the Da Nang International Marathon on August 30th, announced the event's organising committee at a press conference yesterday. — Photo vov DA NANG (VNS) — Around 5,000 runners are expected to line up for the Da Nang International Marathon on August 30th, announced the event's organising committee at a press conference yesterday. This year will be the event's third year, bringing together both domestic and world athletes to compete in a marathon (42km), half marathon (21km) or Fun Run-n-Walk (5km). The ‘Run for Peace' race will wind through the city, crossing three of its most beautiful bridges. It is the first Vietnamese marathon certified by the IAAF-AIMS (International Amateur Athletics Association-Association of International Marathons and Distance Races), and consists of a two-lap route. It begins at 4am at the East Sea Park and will use the automatic timing system, Chronotrack, to clock runners' time. The race … [Read more...]
Da Nang calls for tourism investment during APEC 2017 week
The central city of Da Nang has called for investment in nine projects in tourism and entertainment worth an estimated 500 million USD during the APEC Economic Leaders' Week. My Khe beach in Da Nang The city said it wants the development done as Public-Private Partnerships (PPP) and Build-Own-Operate (BOO) models.Deputy Director of the municipal Department of Tourism Nguyen Xuan Binh said that the business forum was a big chance for the city’s tourism industry to show its power and potential for cooperation and investment.He said a horse-racing project, planned on 500,000sq.m in Cam Le district, was the biggest project with a proposed investment capital of 200 million USD, while Ngu Hanh Son (Marble Mountains) Cultural and Historical Park has called for investment of 87 million USD.Binh said the city also called for investment in the first underground shopping centre on Son Thuy Beach in coastal Ngu Hanh Son district with a proposed 40 million USD.“We call for … [Read more...]
Da Nang seeks place on world tourism map
Da Nang seeks place on world tourism map The central city of Da Nang should recognise where it is on the world tourism map and the role the administration can play to boost the tourism industry, said economist Tran Du Lich at a seminar on Saturday. A view of Ba Na hill in the central city of Da Nang. The seminar, titled: Developing Da Nang into an international centre of tourism and service industries, drew the participation of 300 participants from the US, Japan, Germany, Singapore and Viet Nam. "Da Nang is at the centre of many tourism destinations and world heritage sites, including Hoi An, the My Son Sanctuary, the Hue Monument Complex and Phong Nha-Ke Bang. The city should develop a master plan to facilitate high quality tourism, not just the number of visitors," Lich said. "The city has to answer questions about how to make visitors stay longer, using entertainment, shopping and other attractions. The city's tourism industry should think … [Read more...]
Da Nang opens office in Japanese city to strengthen links
VietNamNet Bridge – Da Nang plans to open a representative office in Yokohama, Japan, to co-ordinate investment, trade, tourism and other co-operation between the two sides. Mai Dang Hieu, deputy director of the central city's foreign affairs department said on Tuesday, July 21, that Yokohama has promised support, adding the liaison office is part of a plan to attract investment and tourism from Japan. In 2009 Da Nang and Yokohama inked a memorandum of understanding for co-operation. The city has also built relationships with other Japanese provinces and cities like Kawasaki, Mitsuke, Sakai, Nagasaki, Kagoshima, and Okayama. Da Nang has attracted US$3.37 billion worth of FDI, of which Japanese investors accounted for $356 million. But the city faces some major challenges in attracting Japanese investment, including the small market size, lack of direct flights, overloaded ports, and a dearth of supporting industries. Last year Vietnam Airlines launched the first direct flight … [Read more...]
APEC guests to enjoy free admission to Da Nang’s attractions
All tourist destinations in Da Nang will offer free admission to delegates attending the APEC Economic Leaders’ Week 2017. The APEC meeting next week, which is expected to draw 10,000 delegates, will provide opportunities for Da Nang city to introduce the image of Vietnamese people and landscapes, especially attractions in the central region. Da Nang has designed a variety of tours for the APEC guests including the Marble Mountains, the Museum of Cham Sculpture, the Son Tra peninsula, the ancient town of Hoi An, the Ba Na Hills, the Imperial City of Hue, the Than Tai Mountain hot spring, and the Han River. Deputy Minister of Culture, Sports and Tourism Huynh Vinh Ai said, “APEC 2017 is an opportunity to promote Vietnam’s image. We will organize numerous activities to boost interaction between APEC delegates and local communities such as art performances and exhibitions.” VOV5 … [Read more...]