Việt Nam News

After two years of the pandemic with so many restrictions on travel, I finally came back to this beautiful island to enjoy bright sun, serene atmosphere and idyllic beaches.

With Tô Thiện Thành, chef of traditional cakes and dumplings

Though it has had its ups and downs throughout history, Phước Kiều Village in the central province of Quảng Nam's Điện Bàn District is on the way to reviving its ancient bronze casting thanks to efforts of local authorities and villagers.

Wooden houses are the fine ancient buildings that form the typical architecture and are a key part of the historical and cultural heritage of the former royal capital city of Huế. But sadly, over the years, they have not always been looked after with due care.

'Phoenix's Daughter - Hope Was My Way' tells the story of an outstanding woman with Vietnamese blood running through her veins who has defied all constraints of fate to become a successful businesswoman in Germany.

In a small corner of Đồng Đình private museum, a village preserves memories of its unique fishing village culture in Đà Nẵng.

Vast amounts of driftwood and rubbish pile up at Cửa Đại beach in the south-central province of Quảng Nam in flood season every October, costing the much-favoured coastal destination time and money in cleaning up. But one man is using the debris to his advantage to help create a greener future and raise environmental awareness.

With chef Nguyễn Ngọc Quyên of Movenpick Hotel Hanoi.

 Lại Hồng Minh, Vietnam News Agency correspondent in Pretoria, tries what she deems to be the best of Phở in south Africa

Trần Thị Trinh has worked as a sports doctor for nearly 20 years. She is attached to the Vietnamese women's national football team and accompanies them at all domestic and international events. Thế Công speaks with her about her life and career

Mộc Châu District in the north-western province of Sơn La has long been known as a favourable destination for tourists nationwide, with mild weather all year round, a pristine landscape and many distinct cultures of ethnic minorities.

The young often start businesses with modern concepts revolving around IT, food or fashion, but three young men from the northern province of Lai Châu have created their own with a passion for the traditional musical instruments of their ethnic group.

A man from Sa Đéc, Đồng Tháp Province has successfully started a business after trying to grow and breed amaryllis flowers in his garden.

Circus actress Nguyễn Hồng Trúc Vi, 28, of Phương Nam Art Theatre has been honoured as one of 14 outstanding young citizens of HCM city, representing the cultural field.

Tempting food, nice presentation, five-star service, and reasonable price at Mangosteen Restaurant.

With mixologist Lương Đức Tân from Pan Pacific Hanoi

The country's famed bay is undergoing another bout of development but its true beauty will always remain.

Located right in the city centre, Veggie Castle is much loved by locals in Hà Nội, especially young people or office workers, due to the cheap price and cosy space.