More than 13,500 runners, including more than 1,300 international athletes from 55 countries took part in the Halong Bay Heritage Marathon 2024. This event marks the 10th season since the Ha Long Heritage Marathon first graced Việt Nam in 2014.
On November 15, 2024, Tra Que Vegetable Village (Cam Ha commune, Hoi An city, Quang Nam province) was honored by the United Nations (UN) Tourism as one of the best tourism villages in 2024 at a ceremony in Cartagena de Indias, Colombia.
ReThink Plastic Vietnam is a community-led organisation/social enterprise aimed to create awareness around the global plastic pollution problem, encourage changes to reduce plastic waste.
Huu Lung District, Lang Son Province enjoys convenient transportation, a mild climate, and rich, diverse natural landscapes. It boasts a wealth of historical and cultural sites, scenic spots, and unique traditional festivals. Notably, Huu Lung is one of the eight districts within the Lang Son Geopark, providing a unique advantage for developing tourism and creating distinct tourism products that are competitive and attractive to visitors.
Long An province is making efforts to preserve and promote the value of historical and cultural relics to educate the younger generation about traditions and raise the potential for tourism development from the relics in the area.
Quang Ninh’s new plan aims to modernize the Ha Long Bay tourism fleet by replacing all wooden-hull vessels with steel by 2030, while enhancing passenger comfort and safety.
The Bac Ninh provincial People's Committee has announced the organization of activities in celebration of the 15th anniversary of Quan Ho folk songs being recognized by UNESCO as intangible cultural heritage of humanity.
The first-ever Yen Tu Heritage Marathon 2024 will officially start on December 8. Approximately 6,000 runners have already registered for this event, the organising board announced.
Pa Phong Bridge, a suspension bridge nestled in the mountainous commune of Huoi So in Tua Chua District (Dien Bien Province), is much more than a mere crossing. Spanning two towering rock cliffs, it elegantly connects Huoi So’s centre to the Huoi Long resettlement area, stretching over a jade-green cove on the serene reservoir of the Da River hydropower dam. The scenic charm of this setting is captivating, with Pa Phong Bridge now emerging as a sought-after destination for travellers drawn to the untouched beauty of Viet Nam’s northwest region, where the land and people enchant with their timeless allure.
Since August 15, 2023, all foreigners can apply for e-visa to visit Vietnam regardless of their nationality.