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Hanoi named one of world's best winter vacation spots
Hanoi ranked sixth on a list of the 21 most ideal destinations for winter escapes thanks to its 'beautiful weather,' according to American media company U.S. News & World Report.
Vietnam National Assembly approved extension of e-visa validity to 3 months
The National Assembly approved on Saturday a government proposal to extend the validity of tourist e-visas from 30 to 90 days and allow visitors multiple entries.
First four Vietnam restaurants receive Michelin stars
Four restaurants in Hanoi and HCMC have received Vietnam’s first-ever Michelin stars, the renowned French food guide has announced.
National Assembly set to extend e-visa validity to 3 months
Legislators are set to back a government proposal to extend the validity of e-visas from 30 days to a maximum of three months and allow multiple entry.
Hanoi is one of the eight safest Asian destinations for solo female travelers
Travel magazine Tripzilla has named Hanoi one of the eight safest Asian destinations for solo female travelers, where "violent crimes against tourists are rare and most locals are...
Vietnamese steamed rice rolls one of world's 10 must-try dishes
Australian magazine Traveller has named Banh Cuon (steamed rice paper rolls) one of world’s 10 best dishes to try along with Japan’s sushi and Malaysia’s Sarawak Laksa...
PM urges visa policy changes to facilitate foreign tourist entry
Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh has ordered relevant agencies to simplify administrative procedures in grating e-visas to foreigners and to change current visa policies to better facilitate...
HCMC proposes expanding list of eligible countries for visa exemption
Authorities in Ho Chi Minh City have proposed that the central government consider expanding the list of countries eligible for visa exemptions in order to speed up tourism recovery post...