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Vietnam takes part in tourism fair in Belgium

Vietnam participated in the 53rd Holiday Fair 2012, which took place from Feb. 2-6 in the Belgian capital city of Brussels.

Ngoc Chau tourism port set to start service

Tuan Chau Group this year will put into operation the VND3 trillion project of Ngoc Chau tourism port capable of accommodating over 2,000 vessels if natural conditions are favorable.

Hoi An increases pedestrianisation

The World Heritage Site of Hoi An is intended to be entirely pedestrianised, an official has announced.

Tourism sector expects bumper heritage year

With a nationwide theme of "Heritage Tourism" this year, Vietnam's tourism industry is expected to experience an increase of tourists and strong competition with other countries in the region, General Director of the Vietnam National Administration of Tourism (VNAT) Nguyen Van Tuan has said.

Hoi An becomes first Asian city to provide free wifi

Hoi An ancient town in the central province of Quang Nam started offering free wireless internet (wifi) access at the beginning of the lunar New Year, becoming the first city in Vietnam as well as in Asia to provide such service.

West Lake electric car service launched

The TLC West Lake Joint Stock Company has officially opened the Ho Tay (West Lake) electric car tourism route for visitors to discover the history, culture and beauty of the 18-km long lake.

Dutch Government supports investment in Halong Bay

The Dutch Government has decided to invest in the newly completed Life Heritage Resort Halong Bay, with the goal of generating sustainable job opportunities for Vietnamese in the tourism sector.

Halong Bay offers free admission

As a gesture of thanks to everyone who supported and voted for Halong Bay in the Seven New Natural Wonders of the World poll, Quang Ninh Province authorities waived entry fees for visitors to the bay from January 23 to February 5.

How to draw foreign tourists back to Vietnam

“Vietnam has many fascinating things to discover but it’s the best if you discover them yourself.”

Nha Trang Bay continues to woo tourists

Recognized as one of the world’s ‘Most Beautiful Bays’ almost a decade ago, Nha Trang is famous for its pristine beaches, splendid islands and magnificent mountains.