A Saigontourist employee introduces tours to reporters at the international media center for the Trump-Kim Summit - Photo: Courtesy of Saigontourist More than 3,000 reporters of international news outlets, such as CNN, Reuters, NHK, AFP, BBC and KBS, have come to Hanoi for the summit. Particularly, there was a delegation of journalists from the White House and key news agencies from the US like CBS, ABC, NBC, the New York Times, and the Wall Street Journal. Vo Anh Tai, deputy general director of Saigontourist Holding Company, said the company assigned Saigontourist Travel Services Company, its branches in Hanoi, the Saigon Halong Hotel, and other subsidiaries to offer tours that are designed specifically based on the needs and time of the visiting foreign reporters. The tours should bring reporters the most wonderful experiences through exploring Vietnam’s culture, landscapes, history and cuisine. Saigontourist operates four tours for the reporters, including tours of Hanoi, … [Read more...] about Saigontourist offers free tours to reporters covering Trump-Kim Summit
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Saigontourist puts on Lunar New Year tour programs
Saigontourist puts on Lunar New Year tour programsBy Anh Tien The tranquil ambience of Hoi An, the ancient town recognized by UNESCO as a World Heritage site - PHOTO: ANH TIEN HCMC - In celebration of the upcoming Lunar New Year holiday (Tet) early next month, Saigontourist Travel Service Company has launched more than 300 domestic and outbound tour programs. Aside from familiar Tet tours, the affiliate of Saigontourist Holding Company has some new tours on offer. Guests can choose tours to Tra Vinh and Vinh Long provinces in the Mekong Delta, Ho Dynasty Citadel in Thanh Hoa Province, Cape Sa Vi – the northeastern-most point of Vietnam, Cau Vang (Golden Bridge) in Danang City, or Phu Tho Province – the hometown of Hung Kings, the founders of the country. In Phu Tho Province, tourists will visit Nghia Linh Mountain, Ha-Trung-Thuong temples, Hung Kings’ tombs, and Ngoc water well, among others. Cape Sa Vi in Mong Cai City, Quang Ninh Province is a highlight of … [Read more...] about Saigontourist puts on Lunar New Year tour programs
Travel insurance – the globetrotters’ amulet
Vietnam’s tourism and people in general suffered shocking news at the end of 2018 as a roadside bomb detonated near a bus as it crossed Al-Haram district, close to the well-known pyramids in Giza. The explosion killed three Vietnamese people and their Egyptian guide, while another 12 inflicted severe injuries. Shortly after the incident, Saigontourist Travel Service Company, the agency operating the Egypt tour, immediately worked with Bao Viet Insurance Corporation on the insurance benefits of the tourists. As announced by Bao Viet, those killed in the bomb attack will receive the maximum life insurance coverage amount of VND2.4 billion ($104,350), while the company will also support expenditure to complete procedures to take the bodies of the three victims home and organise funeral services. For the injured people receiving treatment in the North African country, the company will continue working with Egyptian hospitals to return them home as soon as possible. Each will be … [Read more...] about Travel insurance – the globetrotters’ amulet
Better seaports and services key to cruise tourism in VN
Millennial passengers expect authentic experiences and check-in spots. VNS Photo Hồng Vân Viet Nam News By Hồng Vân Young UK tourist Sean Williams chose Việt Nam for his first trip to Asia in November, and revelled in the country’s rich culture and cuisine. “My trip was amazing, I really enjoyed it. It was very different from what I’d been used to. Vietnamese culture is great. I like the way people are there, and how many of them live in the city but still all get along. The food is really good, everything I tried I liked. Really good food,” said Williams. “I found it quite easy to find out about excursions and there were many tourist offices around offering trips and advice. People are generally very helpful if you need them. I love it there, can’t wait to be back,” he added. With its scenic landscape, pristine beaches, fine cuisine and rich culture, Việt Nam has become a popular destination for … [Read more...] about Better seaports and services key to cruise tourism in VN
Saigontourist launches festive season tours
An aerial view of Phú Quốc Island. — Photo bnews.vnViet Nam News HCM CITY — Saigontourist Travel Service Company is offering numerous inbound and outbound tours for the upcoming festive season. They include two- and four-day trips by bus departing on December 29, 30 and 31 to Nha Trang, Hồ Tràm, Phan Thiết, and Đà Lạt costing from VNĐ3 million (US$ 134) and to the Mekong Delta costing from VNĐ2 million ($89). There are also three- to five-day tours by flight to Phú Quốc, Nha Trang, Tuy Hòa, Quy Nhơn, Đà Nẵng, Hội An, Huế, Quảng Bình, Hà Nội, Ninh Bình, Hạ Long, Sa Pa, Lào Cai, Phú Thọ, Mộc Châu, Sơn La, and Điện Biên. Saigontourist has also announced outbound tours, including the 11-day Premium Travel US tour covering New York, Washington D.C., Las Vegas, the Grand Canyon, Universal … [Read more...] about Saigontourist launches festive season tours