In photos: An aerial view of Ha Long Bay on a winter morning
Ha Long Bay, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, has become an iconic tourist attraction of Quang Ninh. Although the number of tourists to Ha Long has sharply decreased due to the Covid-19 pandemic, this place‘s allure never reduces.
In mid-November, Quang Ninh was the host of a conference connecting tourism in the eight northeastern provinces with Ho Chi Minh City. As a front line in Covid-19 prevention, Quang Ninh always determines safety as the top priority in reviving its tourism industry, Thanh Nien reported.
Photo: Quy Coc Tu/ Thanh Nien
Photo: Quy Coc Tu/ Thanh Nien
According to statistics, in the first nine months of 2020, the total number of tourists to Quang Ninh reached over 5.8 million, equivalent to 52% over the same period in 2019; 500,000 of which were international visitors, equaling 13% over the same period last year. In the fourth quarter of 2020, the province sets a target of welcoming 3 million tourists.
Photo: Quy Coc Tu/ Thanh Nien
Photo: Quy Coc Tu/ Thanh Nien
Blogger Quy Coc Tu, a familiar collaborator of Thanh Nien Newspaper captured the wonderful aerial photos of Ha Long Bay, Bai Chay Bridge, Ha Long international cruise port, and the city administrative center on a winter morning.
Photo: Quy Coc Tu/ Thanh Nien
Recently, the Quang Ninh Provincial People's Council issued a Resolution on a number of measures to support the local tourism industry in 2021, especially for tourists from all parts of the country. Accordingly, the tickets to visit Ha Long Bay or Yen Tu will be reduced by 100% or 50% on New Year or public holidays in 2021.
Vice-Chairman of the People's Committee of Quang Ninh province Nguyen Thi Hanh said that to lure more tourists to Ha Long Bay following the second outbreak of Covid-19, the province has devised clear strategies. The hotels and restaurants offer discount programs to tourists but still have to maintain the quality of service, she added.
Some tourist attractions in Vietnam like Long Bien Bridge, Ha Long Bay, Ban Gioc Waterfall, etc in the late 19th century emerged magnificently through the ...
In September 2025, Hanoi welcomed 4.17 million visitors, marking a historic high and a 98% surge compared to the same period in 2024. The unprecedented growth is largely attributed to the vibrant festivities commemorating the 80th anniversary of Independence Day on September 2 (A80) held in the capital city.
Da Nang possesses modern infrastructure with hospitals, services, and comfortable cafes, while maintaining a close local life, which is very suitable for the elderly.
According to the Expat Insider 2025 report released by InterNations, Vietnam ranks 5th among 46 countries rated as the best destinations for expatriates.
Forbes magazine (USA) has recently unveiled its 2025 list of the 50 most beautiful villages in the world. Cam Thanh, located in Hoi An Dong Ward, Da Nang City, stands as Vietnam’s sole representative, securing the 20th spot on the prestigious ranking.
Vietnam and Malaysia hold considerable potential and opportunities to enhance cooperation in tourism further. If these advantages are effectively leveraged, they will make a significant contribution to the socio-economic development and growth of both countries.
Four sites have just been recognized as Special National Monuments: the Historical Site of the Tomb of Vice-Chancellor Nguyen Sinh Sac (Dong Thap); the Historical Site of Locations Marking the Xo Viet Nghe Tinh Movement (Nghe An); the Scenic and Archaeological Complex of Tam Chuc and the Historical, Architectural, and Artistic Site of Co Le Pagoda (Ninh Binh).
Despite August being a traditional low season, the Vietnam National Authority of Tourism reports a strong surge in foreign arrivals, signaling robust recovery and renewed growth in inbound travel markets.
Starting September 6, the Vietnam Railways Corporation will launch the Hanoi “Five City Gates” tourist train route to serve the travel and sightseeing needs of residents and visitors.
With breathtaking natural scenery, ethnic villages with typical local culture, Vietnam's mountainous town of Sapa has risen to 6th place in the list of Agoda’s leading mountainous and small town destinations in Asia.