The government has sought the National Assembly’s approval to triple the duration of visa-free stays to 45 days for visitors from certain countries to foster the post-Covid recovery. A 45-day stay would give foreigners more time to explore Vietnam and seek business opportunities, thus facilitating tourism and socio-economic recovery, it said as cited by the […]
Just two hours from Hanoi, Ninh Binh, is one of Vietnam’s most striking destinations. Breathtaking boat rides and lush countryside are just half of the appeal: the area is also rich in cultural treasures and is listed as a UNESCO Heritage Site. See the highlights of Ninh Binh with this itinerary in a single adventurous day. See ancient […]
National Assembly (NA) delegates urged the government to consider expanding visa exemption to more countries and allowing a stay of up to 30 days to increase foreign tourist numbers. Vietnam is less open than regional countries in terms of visa policy as it currently exempts visas for travelers from only 24 countries compared to Thailand’s 65 and […]
Minister of Culture, Sports and Tourism Nguyen Van Hung proposed expanding visa exemption for tourists from the U.S., Europe, Canada, Australia, New Zealand and India to boost sector recovery. He also suggested the government consider simplifying immigration procedures to attract foreign tourists as Vietnam reopened after over two years of border closure, he said in a report […]
Visitors from Canada, the Netherlands, New Zealand and the U.A.E have also been added to the list. Vietnam has extended its e-visa application scheme for visitors from six more countries including major tourism markets Australia and India, raising the list of beneficiaries to 46. A government decision said the e-visa system is now also available for visitors […]
Starting Sunday, Vietnam will suspend entry for all foreign nationals, including those of Vietnamese origin and family members with visa waivers. The directive, issued by Prime Minister Nguyen Xuan Phuc Saturday night, comes as Covid-19 infections continue to rise in the country, with most new patients having come in from foreign countries. For those entering the country […]
Foreign tourists take a boat ride on Ngo Dong River in Tam Coc-Bich Dong, a popular tourist destination in northern Ninh Binh Province. Photo by VnExpress/Meo Gia A policy extension will allow citizens of 46 countries to enter Vietnam for 30 days with e-visa until 2021. The Vietnamese government has approved a two-year extension of the pilot […]
Son Doong Cave – Vietnam’s natural wonder is featured on Google homepage of 17 countries and territories Vietnam, April 14th, 2022 – Today, Son Doong cave in Quang Binh, Vietnam, was officially discovered in 2009 as the world’s largest cave – is featured as Google’s Doodle on the Google homepage of 17 countries and territories, including […]
Where to eat in Hanoi during the SEA Games Got some time to kill between the SEA Games events and want a bite to eat? Hanoi is a great destination for foodies, as it offers a range of cuisine styles to suit a variety of tastes. Think Asian specialties from neighboring countries, Western classics, and […]
Whereas Hanoi food tends to be more delicate, sticking to traditional recipes that go lighter on seasonings and spices, Saigon is truly a “hot pot” food city, voraciously combining ingredients and recipes from many different regions and cultures. While Saigonese food has made its way through the country, what was born here is still best […]
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