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Phú Quốc and reasons for its selection as venue of APEC 2027

Thursday, Jan 16, 2025

With a strong boom in both the number of tourists and infrastructure development, Phú Quốc has been chosen as the venue of the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) activities in 2027.

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Sea paradise Ciao Beach makes its debut on Hòn Thơm Island

Tuesday, Jan 14, 2025

Ciao Beach, located on Hòn Thơm island in the southern province of Kiên Giang, was officially put into operation on January 10. Renowned for its pristine beauty, the beach offers a private yet luxurious retreat, complete with enticing beachfront restaurants and...

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Phú Quốc expects to welcome 1 million foreign travellers in 2025

Friday, Dec 20, 2024

To achieve its the set goal, Phú Quốc is intensifying its tourism promotion through various methods to enhance the image of the "Pearl Island," highlight unique traditional products while also showcasing the local history and rich cultural heritage to attract...

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Con Dao: Tormented Beauty off the Coast of Vietnam

Monday, May 16, 2016

In spite of pristine water and beaches, the island was mostly known for its notorious past as a prison, where thousands of political prisoners died during Frech colonial time and the Vietnam War.

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Lý Sơn Island attracts 3,000 tourists over long weekend

Tuesday, Apr 19, 2016

More than 3,000 tourists visited the island Lý Sơn district, 30km off the coast of the central province over three days of vacation.

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Phú Quý Island – a rising star among Vietnamese islands

Friday, Apr 08, 2016

Phú Quý Island is as dazzling and sparkling as its name, which in Vietnamese means wealth and honour. It is one of the many rising stars among the islands of Việt Nam.

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Fallen sailors to be honoured in Ly Son

Friday, Dec 25, 2015

The Ly Son island district in the central province of Quang Ngai in collaboration with Viet Nam''s Labour Confederation will construct a monument in commemoration of civilians and sailors who died during long voyages to protect the Hoang Sa (Paracel) and Truong Sa (Spratly)...

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Cham Island introduces new crafts

Friday, Dec 25, 2015

The ancient city of Hoi An has introduced new craft products made from Firmiana colorata, commonly known as the Chinese parasol tree, a big tree in Cham Island.

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Argentine newspaper spotlights developing Con Dao Islands

Friday, Dec 04, 2015

Argentinean newspaper Clarin has described Con Dao Islands as a compelling destination despite their dark days in the past.

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Hoi An provides free tickets for all on Friday

Thursday, Dec 03, 2015

The central city of Hoi An will provide free ticket for tourists visiting the ancient town tomorrow, Friday, on the occasion of the Heritage Day and the 16th anniversary of Hoi An''s recognition as a world heritage city by UNESCO.

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Int'l cultural exchange centre for Phu Quoc

Saturday, Nov 21, 2015

Prime Minister Nguyen Tan Dung has approved a project to build an international culture, art and literature exchange centre in the southern province of Kien Giang''s Phu Quoc Island.

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Phu Quoc's time to shine in national year of tourism

Friday, Nov 20, 2015

The southern Kien Giang Province will host Road shows and tourism promotion programmes in Japan, Korea, Singapore and France as the province''s Phu Quoc Island hosts "Visit Viet Nam 2016 – Phu Quoc-Mekong Delta".

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Escape to quiet seaside getaway

Friday, Nov 06, 2015

My friend and I are in the habit of travelling to beaches around late fall to early winter to enjoy their vastness and quietness.

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Quang Ngai plans sea conservation efforts

Friday, Oct 09, 2015

The central province of Quang Ngai plans to conserve 7,900ha of sea off Ly Son Island and then give it Global Geo-Park status.

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Cat Ba cliffs and rock-climbing enthusiasts, a heavenly match

Friday, Oct 02, 2015

The lure of rock-climbing has been bringing several local and foreign visitors to Cat Ba in recent times. It is an ideal place for those who love adventure sports to indulge in their hobby.