Hanoi is among the top three favourite cities to travel for young Japanese people. The information is indicated in a survey revealed at a recent Investment and Trade Cooperation Promotion Conference between Hanoi and Japan. A huge number of Japanese people travelling abroad in recent years, with the figure topping 18 million in several years, makes Japan one of the biggest slices in tourism pie worldwide. Tourists from the Land of the Rising Sun are also admired worldwide for their behaviour and spending capacity. Therefore, Hanoi’s position among young Japanese people’s favourite destinations offers the city’s tourism sector a golden opportunity to grow. "Statistics show that Japanese rank third among tourist arrivals to Vietnam. So I think Vietnam should seize the opportunity and boost tourism promotion in Japan," said Ha Van Sieu, Deputy Director General of the Viet Nam National Administration of Tourism. Japanese visitors are also highly demanding in terms … [Read more...] about Hanoi among Japan youngsters’ favourite destinations
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Top 5 destinations for your summer escape in Vietnam
Summer is coming and it's about time to start planning your holiday. A vacation can be the highlight of your summer, but if you're still struggling with your itinerary, allow us to give you some ideas. Ha Long Bay Ha Long Bay Ha Long Bay never fails to attract tourists thanks to its stunning natural beauty and temperate climate. During the hottest days of the year, it's best to embark on a cruise sailing among countless spectacular rock formations rising above the clear water to Lan Ha Bay, kayaking through caves to hidden lagoons and swimming from white, sandy beaches. The Ha Long Carnival 2018, under the theme "Ha Long – Heritage, Wonder – Friendly Destination" will kick off on April 28 with music, art performances and fireworks shows. And for all those reasons, Ha Long Bay should absolutely be put on your go-to list this summer. Sapa The north mountainous district of Sapa Sapa has long been a favorite among locals during the summer thanks to its cool … [Read more...] about Top 5 destinations for your summer escape in Vietnam
The top 5 destinations for your summer escape in Vietnam
Summer is coming and it's about time to start planning your holiday. A vacation can be the highlight of your summer, but if you're still struggling with your itinerary, allow us to give you some ideas. Ha Long Bay Photo by VnExpress/Quy Doan Ha Long Bay never fails to attract tourists thanks to its stunning natural beauty and temperate climate. During the hottest days of the year, it's best to embark on a cruise sailing among countless spectacular rock formations rising above the clear water to Lan Ha Bay, kayaking through caves to hidden lagoons and swimming from white, sandy beaches. The Ha Long Carnival 2018, under the theme "Ha Long – Heritage, Wonder – Friendly Destination" will kick off on April 28 with music, art performances and fireworks shows. And for all those reasons, Ha Long Bay should absolutely be put on your go-to list this summer. Sa Pa Photo by Minh Khuong Sa Pa has long been a favorite among locals during the summer thanks to its cool mountain … [Read more...] about The top 5 destinations for your summer escape in Vietnam
Emirates Airlines launches cheap flights from Vietnam to int’l destinations
Accordingly, a ticket from Vietnam to Dubai will be from VND13,270,000 (US$577). Airfares on flights connecting Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh City with Paris, London, New York, Boston, Los Angeles will be respectively VND 18,100,000; VND20,980,000; VND22,820,000; VND25,220,000 and VND25,740,000. The promotion program will officially run from March 12-3 for passengers who plan to travel from now until November 30. Emirates Airlines launched first daily direct flights between Ho Chi Minh City and Dubai in 2012 and daily non-stop flights from Hanoi to Dubai in 2017, using Boeing 777-300ER. Emirates operates to 141 destinations in 75 countries across six continents from its hub in Dubai, including 39 destinations in Europe and 12 places in America. By DIEU THAO – Translated by Kim Khanh Tags: Emirates Airlines cheap flights from Vietnam to int’l destinations … [Read more...] about Emirates Airlines launches cheap flights from Vietnam to int’l destinations
Con Temple: A spiritual tourism destination
(VEN) - Going to pagodas and temples early in the lunar year is a Vietnamese tradition. Like many other localities nationwide, Nghe An Province has many pagodas and temples that attract visitors, one of which is the Con Temple in Phuong Can Village, Quynh Phuong Commune, Hoang Mai Town. The Con Temple is one of four sacred temples in Nghe An Province. It was built nearly 800 years ago for the worship of the four mother goddesses. The site comprises an inner and outer temple. Its location by the seaside and adjacent to mountains makes for a picturesque backdrop. Though not very large, the temple is where special cultural and historical values converge, making it a sacred place for people to pray for peace and good luck. Tourists to the site can admire 142 precious artifacts and 28 stone and wooden statues from the Le Dynasty. Kings of the Tran Dynasty regularly visited the temple and some renowned poets, including Nguyen Du and Le Huu Trac, composed their works inspired by the … [Read more...] about Con Temple: A spiritual tourism destination