Vietjet opens direct route linking HCMC with China’s ancient capital Xi'an

Vietjet opens direct route linking HCMC with China’s ancient capital Xi'an

Vietnam’s budget carrier Vietjet has announced the opening of a direct route between Ho Chi Minh City and Xi'an (China) starting from April 29, 2024, with four return flights per week as tourism is gaining momentum between the two countries.

Travel - Mon, Dec 22, 2021 | 11:30 am GMT+7

Thailand eyes 36-40 million foreign tourists this year

Thailand eyes 36-40 million foreign tourists this year

Thailand is estimated to receive 36 million foreign tourists in 2024, thanks to the improving economy and the government’s supporting policies, according to the Kasikorn Research Centre (KResearch).

Southeast Asia - Mon, Dec 22, 2021 | 11:30 am GMT+7

Vietnam's Nov international arrivals reach yearly high

Vietnam's Nov international arrivals reach yearly high

Vietnam received 1.23 million foreign visitors in November, up 10.9% from the previous month and the highest monthly number so far this year.

Travel - Mon, Dec 22, 2021 | 11:30 am GMT+7

Green experience the future of Vietnam’s hospitality sector: RMIT expert

Green experience the future of Vietnam’s hospitality sector: RMIT expert

An increasing number of foreign tourists are concerned about sustainability and enjoying a green experience, which could contribute to the future of Vietnam's hospitality sector, writes Dr Jung Woo Han, senior program manager of the Business School, RMIT Vietnam.

Consulting - Mon, Dec 22, 2021 | 11:30 am GMT+7

Vietnam receives 8.9 mln foreign arrivals in 9 months

Vietnam receives 8.9 mln foreign arrivals in 9 months

Vietnam welcomed 8.9 million foreign tourists in the first nine months of the year, surpassing the year target of 8 million as the country relaxed visa policies.

Travel - Mon, Dec 22, 2021 | 11:30 am GMT+7

Asia's largest cruise ship carries 4,000 foreign visitors to beach town Nha Trang

Asia's largest cruise ship carries 4,000 foreign visitors to beach town Nha Trang

The Cyprus-flagged Spectrum of The Sea, known as Asia’s largest cruise ship, docked at Nha Trang Port on Thursday, carrying 4,000 international visitors to the famous beach resort town in central Vietnam.

Travel - Mon, Dec 22, 2021 | 11:30 am GMT+7

Travel firms rush to open long tours following Vietnam's 90-day e-visa policy

Travel firms rush to open long tours following Vietnam's 90-day e-visa policy

Travel firms are organizing longer tours to take advantage of opportunities that the new 90-day visa policy may bring when it takes effect.

Travel - Mon, Dec 22, 2021 | 11:30 am GMT+7

International arrivals soar 13.7 times in eight months

International arrivals soar 13.7 times in eight months

Vietnam welcomed 1.44 million foreign visitors in the first eight months of the year, up 13.7 times year-on-year, but down 87.3% against the same period in pre-pandemic 2019.

Travel - Mon, Dec 22, 2021 | 11:30 am GMT+7

Vietnam Airlines increases flight frequency in September

Vietnam Airlines increases flight frequency in September

The national flag carrier Vietnam Airlines will resume flights connecting the central city of Danang with Malaysia’s Kuala Lumpur and Thailand’s Bangkok from September 1 and September 15, respectively.

Travel - Mon, Dec 22, 2021 | 11:30 am GMT+7

Only 40% of international air routes linking with Vietnam resumed

Only 40% of international air routes linking with Vietnam resumed

About 80% of domestic flights have been restored, but only 40% of international routes linking with the country have resumed compared to pre-pandemic levels, according to the Vietnam Civil Aviation Authority (CAAV).

Travel - Mon, Dec 22, 2021 | 11:30 am GMT+7

Two foreigners die in central Vietnam motorbike accident

Two foreigners die in central Vietnam motorbike accident

Two British tourists died in an accident on Sunday while driving a motorbike in Quang Nam province, according to National Traffic Safety Committee.

Society - Mon, Dec 22, 2021 | 11:30 am GMT+7