Mo So is a limestone mountain range in Kien Giang Province’s Kien Giang Town which is famous for Hang Pagoda, Phu Tu Islet, Thach Cave and Da Dung Islet. However, one often overlooked spot is Mo So, which is recommended as an attraction for travelers who are brave enough to journey into its mysterious caves. The road to Mo So from Kien Giang Town entertains visitors with its shining golden rice fields... 

The former Hue imperial city in central Thua Thien-Hue province and Laos’ Luang Prabang city will cooperate in the management, preservation and upholding of cultural heritage values. An agreement to this effect was signed between the Hue Monuments Conservation Centre in the Vietnamese city and the Luang Prabang World Heritage Office on April 22. Under the contract, the two sides will swap experience... 

Malaysia is a key market Vietnam’s tourism industry should focus on in order to broaden its customer base. Mohd Akbal Setia, Director of the Malaysia Tourism Promotion Board’s Vietnam office, addressed Vietnamese tourism industry leaders and discussed the successful marketing and promotion strategies Malaysia has employed. Malaysia is a multiethnic society with a diverse culture. More than 60 percent... 

The national flag carrier, Vietnam Airlines, will operate 434 more flights than scheduled on April 30 and May Day. The airliner is prepared to carry as many as 57,900 passengers a day from April 26 to May 2 on both domestic and international flights, up 5 percent compared to the same period last year. There will be a sharp increase in the number of passengers to big cities such as Hanoi, Haiphong,... 

A seminar was held in the Mekong Delta province of An Giang on April 22 to discuss measures to develop human resource for the tourism sector in the Mekong Delta region. The event drew the participation of 180 scientists, leaders of the Southwestern Region Steering Committee and representatives from 13 localities and tourism businesses in the region. Participants at the seminar agreed that human resources... 

An International Seaport Festival will take place in the southern province of Ba Ria-Vung Tau from May 17–19. The event aims to further the Government’s marine-based economic development strategy and consolidate the marine sector’s leading role in the new period. It is also expected to raise the international community’s awareness of Vietnam’s sovereign seas and islands. The festival –... 

The 2013 Sa Pa in the Cloud Festival will take place from April 26 to May 5, according to the district People’s Committee. On this occasion, the decision recognizing Sa Pa as a class four town will be announced. Sa Pa will coordinate with some agencies of Lao Cai Province and travel businesses to put on cultural and sporting activities such as displaying flowers and ornamental plants at Van Hoa park... 

The fifth Traditional Craft Festival will be held in central Hue city from April 27 to May 1, aiming at promoting the development of traditional crafts and craft villages as well as the tourism industry. According to Chairman of the municipal People’s Committee Phan Trong Vinh, the festival, themed “The Quintessence of Vietnamese Crafts”, is expected to see the participation of craftsmen from... 

The first ever Viet Nam – ASEAN UNESCO Heritage festival held in Viet Nam is expected to arrive in the Central Highlands province of Lam Dong at the end of the year. The festival is set to run for five to seven days with participation of the Association of Southeast Asian (ASEAN) member countries. The countries will take turns hosting future events. The ASEAN has numerous world heritage sites recognised... 

The 2013 Ha Long Carnival themed ‘Quang Ninh’s Colours – Integration and Spread’ will be held at Hoang Quoc Viet Street, Ha Long City, Quang Ninh province on April 27. Ha Long Carnival 2013, sponsored by the Quang Ninh Provincial People’s Committee, aims to celebrate the 50th birthday of Ha Long City, promote the image of Quang Ninh as a tourist destination, and spotlight the beauty of...