Vietnam’s aviation market has registered higher growth lately than earlier this year as indicated by figures provided by the Civil Aviation Administration of Vietnam (CAAV). Vo Huy Cuong, director of CAAV’s Air Transport Department, said nearly 13 million domestic and international passengers went t…

The national flag carrier, Vietnam Airlines, will officially launch two new direct routes linking Hanoi with central and Central Highlands provincial capitals of Tuy Hoa and Pleiku late this month. The Hanoi-Tuy Hoa route will operate on October 24 and serve three flights a week. The Hanoi-Pleiku se…

Several years ago, the Saigonese had a tendency to travel to Thailand, Singapore and Malaysia for shopping purposes. But now this tendency has changed since many people choose to shop in HCMC thanks to the rapid development of modern and well-equipped shopping centers with famous brand names in fash…

The “Back to Origin” Programme co-organised by north-western provinces of Lao Cai, Yen Bai and Phu Tho has, so far, gained considerable achievements of socio-economic development and cultural exchange.

Representatives of 193 UNESCO members have passed a resolution on the participation in the grand ceremony to mark the millennial anniversary of Thang Long-Hanoi in October, 2010.

A photo contest promoting tourism has been launched under the theme of Vietnam - My Homeland. Professional and amateur photographers who live in Vietnam, whether Vietnamese or foreign, are encouraged to join in the contest between now and next May 31. The best photo will win 10 million VND (560 USD…

The national flag carrier, Vietnam Airlines, will increase the number of flights on several international routes starting Oct. 26, the airline spokesman has announced. On routes to Europe, the carrier will add one flight per week for both Ho Chi Minh City and Hanoi on routes to Paris (France) and Fr…