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Jungle Geranium season by Binh Dinh stream

More visitors are heading to Ta Ma Stream in the southern central province of Binh Dinh to admire the blooming season of the Forest Ixora, otherwise known as the Jungle Geranium.

Foreign visitors to Vietnam increase by 23.7% in February

Vietnam welcomed approximately 1.9 million foreign arrivals in February, up 23.7% compared to the same month last year, reported the General Statistics Office (GSO).

Hanoi to build underground facilities under Dong Kinh-Nghia Thuc Square

Hanoi will remove the Shark Jaw Building as part of the renovation of Dong Kinh Nghia Thuc Square, which will include the construction of underground facilities.

US searches for Danang surge after Bill Gates' visit

The central city of Danang is becoming the most searched destination by US travellers.

Hanoi to expand space near Hoan Kiem Lake

Hanoi authorities have announced a project to renovate and expand public space east of Hoan Kiem Lake.

Hue set to shine as National Tourism Year 2025 opens on March 25

The National Tourism Year - Hue 2025 will officially open on March 25 with a grand ceremony taking place on the banks of the Huong (Perfume) River.

Hanoi homestay featuring tens of thousands of books becomes a sensation

For over 30 years, Mao Bookshop has been a cherished memory for book lovers in Hanoi. Now, part of the space has been transformed into a homestay, offering guests a unique literary experience.

Cruise ship Silver Whisper brings 350 foreign tourists to Khanh Hoa

The Bahamas-flagged cruise ship Silver Whisper, carrying 350 foreign passengers onboard, docked at Cam Ranh International Port in Khanh Hoa province on March 3.

Nikkei Asia explores the charm of a vibrant and bustling Hanoi

The article "Footloose in Hanoi: Celebrate city's charm, street food and relics from past" by Zinara Rathnayake, published on March 1 in Nikkei Asia, vividly portrays Hanoi's allure.

Hanoi approves Long Bien Bridge renovation project

The Hanoi People's Committee has approved a project to renovate Long Bien Bridge which uses a non-refundable FASEP grant through the French Embassy in Vietnam.

Saigon Zoo offers ticket discounts for visitors in Ao Dai

The Saigon Zoo and Botanical Gardens in HCM City have announced entrance ticket discounts in March for guests wearing Ao Dai or the Vietnamese traditional long dresses.

HCM City coffee shop houses 10,000 antiques

Huynh Minh Hiep has been a lifelong fan of Lua Coffee, located on Nguyen Van Troi Street in HCM City's Phu Nhuan District.

Nha Trang, Phu Quoc among Southeast Asia’s most iconic beach destinations

The Times of India has named Nha Trang city in Khanh Hoa province and Phu Quoc island in Kien Giang province among the Top 10 Southeast Asian iconic beach destinations to visit in March.

Admission fees introduced for three additional routes in Ha Long Bay

The Quang Ninh Provincial People’s Council approved a resolution introducing three new sightseeing routes and renaming five existing routes in Ha Long Bay on February 26.

Vietnam Banh Mi Festival to be held in HCM City next month

Vietnam Banh Mi (Vietnamese sandwich) Festival 2025 is scheduled to be organised at Le Van Tam Park in HCM City on March 21-24.

New cave discovered at Thanh Hoa mountain

A resident of the northern central province of Thanh Hoa recently discovered a cave with uniquely shaped stalactites.

Hanoi cave coffee shop draws customers

A newly-opened cafe in Hanoi with a unique cave-inspired design attracts up to 800 customers per day.

TripAdvisor picks out Ninh Binh full-day tour among world’s top experiences

A full-day tour to Ninh Binh from Hanoi has been honoured on TripAdvisor’s global list of top experiences at the Travelers’ Choice Awards Best of the Best Things To Do.