Greater Mekong Sub-region nations work on tourism

The number of tourists to the Greater Mekong Sub-region (GMS) has been on the rise for some time, bringing sizable economic and social benefits, and proving the tourism sector’s important role in the area’s socio-economic development. Tran Phu Cuong, deputy head of the Department for International Cooperation of Vietnam National Administration of Tourism, made the remarks at a Mekong forum to promote tourism in the GMS in Hanoi on December 19. The event, co-hosted by the Ministry of Planning and Investment and the Association of Vietnam, Laos and Cambodia Economic Cooperation and Development, is part of efforts to facilitate win-win economic cooperation among Cambodia, Laos, Myanmar, Thailand and Vietnam, and China’s Yunnan and Guangxi provinces. Cuong said to maintain a growth rate in the smokeless industry, the GMS nations should be aware of the importance of benefits brought by the sector. They should work together to turn the region into a unique tourism destination where attractions are shaped by rich natural resources, an untouched tourism environment and cultural diversity, he said. In 2012, nearly 44 million people visited the region, according to the official. Participants assessed tourism partnerships in the region and the Greater Mekong Sub-region and presented opportunities for tourism investment in the GMS countries. They also touched upon solutions to boost connectivity and partnerships for travel companies while suggesting the GMS countries’ Governments develop complete policies to step up tourism development cooperation in the region.

Source: VNA

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Notes on Southeast Asia tour

To Thailand to show reverence to the king , while dining in Malaysia to use the right hand ... You did not know ?

Thailand

The Thais take very seriously monarchy and love you deeply , sincerely for the king . So , in any case you have behavior or irreverence said something derogatory to the king or the monarchy of them , you will make mistakes and will be great with Thai people should be fined .

Thais notion that the threshold is where the gods live , so you absolutely must avoid stepping on and off shoes before entering the house , temple or radio .

Touching monks , giving them anything in a direct manner , especially women is taboo in Buddhist kingdom that is considered as the state religion . So , while standing in a crowd , try to avoid touching the shoulder of the monks . Moreover , the act of touching the child , such as rubbing , slapping , clapping his back was deemed offensive gestures .

The visitors behavior with irreverence Thai king will be punished .
Malaysia

Malaysia is a multiracial country with many cultures reconcile as Malaysia , China , India and the indigenous Orang Asli culture . The Malaysian wore long floral fabric , not to open arms , thighs in public places . Therefore, visitors to Malaysia are advised to choose the outfit polite , discreet , especially to places of worship .

As for or received money , gifts , use the right hand . The left hand is considered unclean , so when you eat should also remember to use the right hand only .

The orthodox Muslim Malaysia , they do not drink alcohol and eat pork because it is taboo in Islam religion .

Want to visit a Malaysian family , you should call ahead . For footwear outside before entering the house and should not refuse when invited cakes , because if they refuse to be considered rude .

If you have an appointment with Malaysia for whatever purpose it is best that you arrive at the right time . Malaysians do not shake hands heterosexual and avoid touching or rubbing your back as rubbing the other person .


When eating in Malaysia you note right hand only

Singapore

Known as the world's cleanest countries , Singapore does not respond to people smoking and always apply strict rules to protect the environment . If you chew gum , smoking or littering in public places will be fined hundreds or even $ 1,000 and not compulsory labor for 12 hours , if the opposition can be fined whip . In some other places , if you want to smoke , they must ask permission from the opposite .

For Singapore , the only finger pointing other , clenched fist or middle finger are considered extremely disrespectful gesture . The two clasped hands is not arbitrary in the ribs because it is an expression of exasperation .

When not eating roller set up on the bowl or plate . When not eating well is not haphazard but to put on the shelf , or placed on disk chili dishes bones .

Laos

Actions as kissing or holding hands waist women considered at the cavalry action in Laos , especially for unmarried girls are increasingly being seen as rude . So when visitors want to take photos with a beautiful native girl , you should trim your hands behind your back or to the front end , absolutely not be violated .

When in traffic , you should not honk loudly . Although no action was banned in this country , but people here see the horn ... is the most redundant details on a car . Rarely you see Laotians honk , so if you keep the habit of using car horns as in Vietnam , it will be very uncomfortable , even thought you are ... aliens .

Laotians are Buddhist worship , when visiting temples you absolutely disorderly , or have skimpily clad vulgar words .


In Singapore , you will be fined heavily if smoking and littering in public places . Photo: sparklette.net

Indonesia

Guests dressed in " skimpy " as shorts or halter tops will make people very uncomfortable and Indonesia do not have feelings . They can accept shorts , but wide and knee-length .

If you want to visit temples or churches must be dressed and take off shoes before entering . Also, you should not date people from Indonesia to 13h at 11 noon Friday afternoon because this time most people are in church .

Philippines

In the Philippines , if you want a character that they will use their eyes toward the object or express verbally .

The Philippines attaches great importance to the community so they are less exposed to the disagreement and insulting others .

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Interesting green tourism in Hoi An

Like a breath of fresh air for tourism Hoi An Eco - tour , a green tourism product , has recently attracted thousands of visitors from the things people familiar with the city employees .

Eco - tour is one of the many activities and foreign tourists choose to travel in Hoi An . Unlike the regular tour Hoi An shows , with the tour " the east wind " this , not only tourists visiting natural scenery , enjoy traditional dishes , but also mingle with the natives usual method of working .



Try to farmers

Initially you will relax in the motor bike on the country roads poetic photography and enjoy stunning countryside before visiting the village of Tra Que vegetables and herbs . Then you are trying to dig farmers , carrying water , transplanting and watering coating , scratch and milled rice , even riding buffalo . These are businesses that bring new experiences ever , especially with visitors from urban areas , which unfamiliar with farm work . Do not just stop at the farm , you continue to participate in fishing and fishing as a real fisherman .



Sharing Experience

Hoi An Eco - Tour suitable for urban tourists travel enthusiasts dust and extroverted young people to have the opportunity to communicate with foreigners . The organizers want to combine travel with the team building should also select Eco - tour to Hoi An itinerary of his weapons . Dependent types and number of people and tour Eco - tour prices range from 735,000 VND to 2,300,000 VND.



Each Eco - tour will have a different time involved , at least 2.5 hours and a maximum of 10 hours to a full day experience . You are not required to participate in all the activities that can be done just as farmers or fishermen , even baskets boating experience with the game as a team building activity . / .

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Phong Nha-Ke Bang dossier compiled for UNESCO recognition for 2nd time

Under the decision of the Prime Minister, the Minister of Culture, Sports and Tourism recently signed an extended dossier with some added criteria on Phong Nha-Ke Bang National Park to submit to UNESCO for recognition as a World Natural Heritage for the 2nd time. The Ministry was asked to cooperate with Vietnam National Commission for UNESCO to complete necessary procedures to submit the dossier to UNESCO World Heritage Centre. Phong Nha-Ke Bang National Park, located in Bo Trach district in the centre of Quang Binh province, was recognized as a World Natural Heritage Site by UNESCO in 2003. At present, the national park has become a key tourism site of the nation in particular and the world in general.

Source: PANO

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Seminar on " Vietnam - destination for water tourists "

On 9/28 , in Hanoi , Union science of sustainable tourism development ( STDe ) held a seminar introducing the idea of ​​tourism products " Vietnam - destination for water tourists ."

Seminars in response to national tourism and create development Vietnam tourism more responsible , gives visitors the satisfaction of vacation experiences , contribute to the good life for people , while limiting the impact on the environment . Vietnam is said to refer to a culture associated with the same rice variety and the unique values ​​exist , but now the values ​​that remain hidden , and yet not be more uplifting message out world .



To contribute to the development and spread of the brand value of tourism in Vietnam , the scientists STDe has more than 100 students at the Department of Architecture - University Planning Civil Engineering Research Building the product " Vietnam - travel destination country ." Inspired by water , STDe published dozens of unique tourism products to exploit water from Vietnam , such as soap bubbles with circles of radius 5 meters wide , with enough water light colors , formula based on a combination of water and heating oil , waterfalls , fountains sparkling lights ; hotel made ​​of ice , from country music .... create sublimation for travelers to Vietnam . In addition, the product " Vietnam - destination for foreign tourists " 4 also helps the tourists to experience and explore the natural beauty of the land and people of Vietnam through destinations such as Hoan Kiem Lake with thousands of stillness and peace aspirations of ethnic Vietnamese courts ; Halong Bay with Oriental philosophy through the language of condensed water and ice , yin and yang , earth and water ... ; river with the softness of Hue and vocals seem melancholy of the rainy Hue , Da Nang with the vitality of the people in extreme storms , Hoi An ancient town with strange beauty in the rain , flooding , Mekong Delta , looking beautiful river captivated the hearts of ...



According to TS . Nguyen Thu Hanh - Chairman of Scientific Unions sustainable tourism development ( STDe ) , water is one of the most precious resource of tourism . When managed sustainably , tourism can bring benefits to the community at the national level as well as local and support water conservation .



At the conference , the organizers also gave awards to over 100 students of Architecture - Planning Hanoi Construction University has research contributions in the development of tourism products " Vietnam - the travel destination water history " ... / .

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International sailboats coming to Nha Trang

VietNamNet Bridge – As many as 20 international sailboats will compete at the Hong Kong to Vietnam Race 2013 starting in Hong Kong and ending in Nha Trang City in Khanh Hoa Province on a 656 nautical mile route.

The biannual competition is co-organized by Saigontourist Holding Company and many local and foreign partners including Hong Kong Royal Sailboat Club.
Vu Duy Vu, deputy director of Saigontourist Travel Service Company as representative of Saigontourist Holding Company organizing the event, said the competition in previous years only attracted about 10-12 sailboats but the number this time is much bigger.
Specifically, this year’s event has even lured professional sailboat clubs from Hong Kong, the U.S., Europe, Australia and Germany, he remarked.
Participating sailboats will depart from Hong Kong on October 17, taking at least two days to reach Nha Trang, Vu said, adding competing teams would head back to Hong Kong on October 23 after joining a slew of cultural and tourism activities in the coastal city.
“The Hong Kong partner is still receiving registrations at the moment. We hold the event with an aim to promote sea tourism services in Vietnam as an attractive destination to visitors,” Vu said.
In related news, the government of Khanh Hoa will organize the International Cruise Ship Festival Nha Trang-Vietnam 2014 in Nha Trang from July 19 to 22 next year. The festival features a cruise ship exhibition, a cruise ship parade around Hon Tre Island and exchange meetings between businessmen and cruise ship owners among other activities.
Source: SGT

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Hanoi ranks 5th in Asia’s must-see sights

Vietnam’s Hanoi capital has risen to fifth place among the top ten destinations in Asia 2013, according to a recent report by Hong Kong-based travel and trade journal, Smart Travel Asia.

Ratings are based on such criteria as holiday suitability and quality of shopping, services, hotels, restaurants, and transportation.

For many consecutive years, Hanoi has managed to retain its position as one of the ten most attractive cities in Asia, reflecting the city’s constant efforts in creating a safe and friendly environment for tourists.

As of September, the number of international visitors travelling to the city is estimated at 1.9 million, up 20% compared to the same period last year.

Hanoi officials hope this figure will continue to rise and more and more foreigners will be enticed to visit the vibrant city.
 Source : VOV

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