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,...

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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 ?ThailandThe 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...

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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 farmersInitially 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...

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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. ...

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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...

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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...

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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...

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