The US Mission to Vietnam and the Vietnam Union of Science and Technology Associations (VUSTA) recently launched two new projects worth more than US$2 million as part of efforts to cope with wildlife trafficking and reduce illegal wildlife consumption.
The Mekong Delta is rich in indigenous culture formed by friendly and generous people. This area is also endowed by nature and is a rice granary and the land of lush gardens. These advantages are a good foundation for the delta to develop community-based tourism.
The Hai Van Gate, a national heritage site, completed its restoration and officially reopened in August 2024, attracting hundreds of visitors daily, especially during holidays and weekends. However, the surge in visitors has exposed a range of deficiencies in its tourism infrastructure, particularly the lack of parking facilities, which urgently needs to be addressed.
The central coastal city of Nha Trang plans to pilot double-decker sightseeing buses to develop tourism within 12 months.
‘Conservation stories - perspectives from young conservationists’ is a talk show within the framework of the Student Conference on Nature Conservation 2024 (SCNC 2024) jointly organised by the University of Education, a member school of the University of Da Nang-UD, WildAct Viet Nam, the Frankfurt Zoological Society and the Green Viet Nam biodiversity conservation centre at the end of August. Here, stories and perspectives related to the role of the young generation in protecting nature are put into constructive discussions.
The Long Thuy community tourism project in An Phu commune (Tuy Hoa city, Phu Yen province) started in December 2023 and has now completed 2/3 of the journey. However, there are still many things to do here. One of them is to rearrange production, renovate the landscape space, etc.
An environment-friendly shop in Ha Noi is encouraging people to change their mindset about recycling and sustainability. With a unique concept it is spreading a message about the importance of reducing plastic waste and promoting a healthier lifestyle in the community.
Con Dao, a remote archipelago off the southern coast of Vietnam, is a place where the echoes of history blend seamlessly with the vibrant rhythms of nature. While known for its wartime prisons, Con Dao is also a haven of biodiversity, where lush forests and pristine waters nurture life in its most delicate forms. This photo essay captures the raw beauty and dedicated conservation efforts that make this unique landscape stand out, from the serene Dam Tre Bay to the vital turtle hatcheries on Bay Canh Islet.
The People's Committee of Hoi An city (Quang Nam province) has recently announced adjustments to the pilot regulations for the homestay model, where tourists can experience living with local residents in the ancient town.
The Ministry of Culture, Sports, and Tourism in collaboration with the People's Committee of the south-central coastal province of Ninh Thuan on September 9 held a press conference on organizing the 6th Culture Festival of the Cham People.