Food heaven

A new walking food zone will be opened this Friday night in Hà Nội, becoming another night venue for both tourists and locals. The street food hub, located at the Đảo Ngọc - Ngũ Xã area in the Trúc Bạch peninsula, operates from 6pm every Friday to 10pm every Sunday. Another destination you shouldn’t miss out when in town!

New drama troupe opens

Veteran theatre director and comedian Minh Nhí, in co-operation with his partners, have opened the Trương Hùng Minh Drama Troupe in HCM City. 

Photo contest launched to promote Vietnamese tourism

Vietnamese citizens residing in or outside Việt Nam, as well as expats living in the country, are eligible to enter the contest, which is being run by the Việt Nam National Administration of Tourism under the Ministry of Culture, Sports, and Tourism.

National food collection introduced

A 120-food collection featuring traditional culture and lifestyle from 19 provinces in the central Việt Nam has been introduced to the national 421-unique cuisine collection after a six-month search in 63 provinces and cities.

Happy Birthday, Christina!

Where do pop mega stars celebrate their birthdays? Việt Nam of course. Grammy award winner Christina Aguilera has enjoyed the sights and sounds the country has to offer. And she had high praise for its people – especially the women!

IOM announces winners of “Migration through my lens” competition

International Orrganisation for Migration’s Chief of Mission Park Mihyung has announced Lê Thảo Hương as the winner of the “Migration through my lens” competition. The IOM Chief of Mission made the announcement at an awards ceremony on December 18 in Hà Nội.

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