The Hanoitimes - Vietnam or Bhutan are better budget options and are cheaper now than ever. Bold Outline, a magazine amalgamation of pop culture, fashion, travel, art, and leisure, has named Vietnam the number one best destination for adventurous backpackers and those who want to explore the world without breaking the bank. Ha Long Bay, Quang Ninh province, Vietnam. From exploring the world’s largest cave to sipping “weasel coffee”, Vietnam has a new adventure at every turn. Vietnam, a country with nothing but ample natural beauty, rich history and unique heritage is nothing short of paradise. Bold Outline told travelers that the must visit place for backpackers all around the world, this is light on the pocket. Sightseeing, Yacht or Boat Cruises, Local Market Tours, Caving, Cultural Tour, Island Tours, Wildlife Tours, this place offers the same jaw-dropping scenery but sees only a fraction of visitors. “You can explore un-crowded caves and tiny … [Read more...] about Vietnam shines again named among best destinations for adventurous backpackers
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Vietnam strengthens efforts towards eliminating EC’s fishing warning
Vietnam has stepped up measures to minimise and eliminate illegal, unreported and unregulated (IUU) fishing, aiming to remove the European Commission (EC)’s “yellow card” warning against Vietnamese aquaculture products. Kien Giang Border Guards provide information on the regulations related to fishing activities for local fishermen. (Photo: Le Sen) It is expected that in January 2019, the EC inspection mission will return to Vietnam to evaluate the implementation of the EC's recommendations against IUU fishing. On this basis, the EC will consider removing the “yellow card” warning for Vietnamese seafood. In order to deal with the issues related to IUU, the Prime Minister issued Directive No. 45/CT-TTg, dated December 13, 2017, on a number of urgent tasks and solutions to remove the EC warning. Several provinces such as Binh Thuan, Tien Giang, Ba Ria - Vung Tau and Ben Tre also issued special resolutions on the IUU, while directing local … [Read more...] about Vietnam strengthens efforts towards eliminating EC’s fishing warning
A food tour of Vietnam is not to be missed: New York Times
It has specifically mentioned a culinary tour along the Mekong River. The New York Times’ recommendation comes as food tourism emerges as a rising trend, prompting tour companies and cruise lines to organize tours led by accomplished chefs around the world. The chefs serve as tour guides, introducing the quintessence of local cuisine and culture to guests. The APT travel group is launching a new food tour next month in Vietnam, led by Vietnamese-Australian celebrity chef Luke Nguyen. The 14-day tour will take guests through the alleyways of Ho Chi Minh City to meet his relatives, visit their kitchens, and take a trip down to market stalls to buy ingredients, the New York Times said. The highlight of the tour will be the chance to join the famous chef in cooking while sailing down the Mekong River. A food tour along the Mekong River will take tourists to explore the quintessence of local cuisine and culture. Photo by … [Read more...] about A food tour of Vietnam is not to be missed: New York Times
Take a tour of Anthony Bourdain’s Vietnam haunts
Vietnamese travel firm Exotic Voyages has announced a new tour package called A Tribute to Anthony Bourdain: Taste of Vietnam. The tour will follow in the footsteps of Bourdain as he collected cuisine experiences across the country, from the north to the south. The 14 day, 13 night tour will cover several cities and provinces including Saigon, Da Nang, Hoi An (Quang Nam province), Hue and Hanoi. Food destinations like the Com Nieu Restaurant in Saigon, or the now-famous Huong Lien Restaurant in Hanoi, where Bourdain and former U.S. President Obama drank a beer and had a dish of Bun cha (noodle and grilled pork) in 2016, will be featured in the itinerary. Other activities include a show at the Saigon Opera House, a cruise along the Chet Say River on the Mekong Delta, and a walk through the ancient Hoi An town. A woman rides a bicycle past a typical yellow house of Hoi An. Photo by Christian Berg Diep Nguyen, a Vietnamese travel expert who assisted Bourdain in 2016 when he … [Read more...] about Take a tour of Anthony Bourdain’s Vietnam haunts
Vietnam shines in TripAdvisor’s best destinations for Bucket List holidays
The Hanoitimes - TripAdvisor has announced its list of top 10 best destinations for Bucket List holidays. Vietnam has been ranked third among the top 10 destinations for Bucket List holidays, according to a list released by TripAdvisor, a US travel and restaurant website company. Hanoi food is one of the best experiences you should try when visit to Vietnam. According to TripAdvisor, Vietnam deserves to be ranked third among the 10 best destinations for Bucket List holidays as the Southeast Asian country is known for its bustling cities, delicious food and beautiful coastline. TripAdvisor advises travelers spend a half-day for Hanoi food tour, or enjoy a full-day Mekong Delta bike tour from Ho Chi Minh City, and evening Hoi An food tour by bike. Costa Rica tops the lists, followed by New Zealand, Vietnam, Ireland, Scotland, Australia, Portugal, Mexico, the US, Iceland. Earlier, Vietnam has been ranked fourth among the most remarkable travel destinations where your dollar … [Read more...] about Vietnam shines in TripAdvisor’s best destinations for Bucket List holidays