The bilateral visit reflects a strong history of parliamentary engagement between Australia and Vietnam, and follows Chairwoman Ngan’s visit to Australia in November 2017 and the visit of the Speaker of Australian House of Representatives Tony Smith to Vietnam in July 2018. In Hanoi, Senator Ryan has hold bilateral talks with Chairwoman Ngan to discuss issues such as strengthening parliamentary cooperation, reviewing Australian support for economic development in Vietnam, improving people-to-people links between Australia and Vietnam and the potential for strengthened regional cooperation. Senator Scott Ryan welcomed by National Assembly Chairwoman Nguyen Thi Kim Ngan During the meeting, Ngan expressed her hope that the high-ranking delegation of the Australian Senate’s current visit to Vietnam, led by Ryan, will contribute to consolidating and promoting the two countries’ strategic partnership. The Australian Senate President highlighted … [Read more...] about President of Australian Senate visits Vietnam
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Visiting Vietnam is easier with new online booking platform
The Hong Kong-based e-commerce travel site has signed a memorandum of understanding with the Ho Chi Minh City Promotion Center on a joint mission to promote Vietnam tourism. The MOU comes at a strategic time, as visitors from Asia to Vietnam hit a record high in the first 11 months in 2018 with more than 14 millions of travelers, including 77.7% from Asian countries, increase 21% compared to the same period last year. "Ho Chi Minh City is an important destination on Fayfay.com and we look forward to showcasing the city’s vibrant architecture, rich culinary scene, and authentic local experiences," said Kingston Lai, co-founder of the site. "We believe strategic joint promotional activities with the Tourism Promotion Center will enable us to leverage our online platform and inspire Hong Kong travelers to visit Ho Chi Minh City," he added. To celebrate the MoU, Fayfay.com and Ho Chi Minh City Tourism Promotion Center guided a Hong Kong media group on a tour of Ho Chi Minh City, … [Read more...] about Visiting Vietnam is easier with new online booking platform
Vietnam visa hassles could deter long holidayers
Frenchman Thomas and Thai girlfriend Araya had big plans for Vietnam. Their first visit to the country in August had impressed them so much that they wanted to return for a much longer trip. The first trip happened after they’d traveled from France to Bangkok to visit Araya's parents. As they socialized with Vietnamese people and learnt about different places in the country, they regretted not visiting Vietnam sooner. After the trip, Thomas researched more information about other travel destinations in Vietnam. Fond of motorbikes, he planned to enjoy exploring the northern mountains on one, apart from a leisure trip to Nha Trang, a resort town in central Vietnam, and Ho Chi Minh City for Araya. Vietnam’s beaches are a popular draw among foreigners, but those who want long holidays in the country face complicated visa rules and procedures. The plan was to spend the entire month of November exploring Vietnam, before Thomas starting a new job in December … [Read more...] about Vietnam visa hassles could deter long holidayers
Storm Son Tinh prevents cruise ships from visiting Vietnam
Storm Son Tinh prevents cruise ships from visiting Vietnam By Dao Loan International tourists complete entry procedures at Ba Ria-Vung Tau port - PHOTO: DAO LOAN HCMC – The number of tourists coming to Vietnam by sea in July has declined by an estimated 74.6% as Tropical Storm Son Tinh struck coastal provinces from Thai Binh to Ha Tinh some 10 days ago, according to the General Statistics Office. Vietnam has welcomed over 1.18 million foreign visitors in July, up 5% against June. Of this figure, tourists to the country by air and road have increased by 2% and 8.6%, respectively, while cruise passenger arrivals have plunged by 74.6% as a result of Son Tinh, known in Vietnam as Storm No.3. July has seen a mild 4,100 arrivals traveling to Vietnam by sea, much fewer than the 196,400 tourists who have visited the country by road and 988,300 others who have arrived by air. Some travel enterprises told the Saigon Times that the sharp decline was partly due to the storm and … [Read more...] about Storm Son Tinh prevents cruise ships from visiting Vietnam
Telegraph lists out 17 reasons to visit Vietnam
UK daily newspaper The Telegraph has picked 17 reasons visitors should take advantage of a paperwork-free trip to Vietnam, which has maintained its essences despite a tourism boom. Hoan Kiem Lake, Hanoi. According to Telegraph, one of the reason is hustle and bustle in Hanoi. What makes Hanoi so interesting is that it feels very old-fashioned, stuck in the past with its French colonial history entrenched in its pavement cafes, architecture and wide tree-lined boulevards. “Take a ride in one of the thousands of tuk-tuks swarming through the city’s streets to get a sense of the daily buzz,” The Telegraph wrote. In addition, The Telegraph’s experts also picked cuisine is one of the reason why should visitors choose Vietnam. From pho to banh mi, and spring rolls to steamboat, Vietnam’s cuisine is fascinating. “We watched tofu being made and shaped into pliable white girders, ready to be cooked with tomato sauce. There were stalls heaving with … [Read more...] about Telegraph lists out 17 reasons to visit Vietnam