Recently, the American newspaper Insider published an article about the ‘tube house’ architecture in Hanoi. According to author Amanda Goh, the street here draws visitors through a special type of house, often referred to as a ‘tube house’ by the locals. The typical tube houses in the streets of the capital of Vietnam are painted in different colors and can be no less than 2 meters wide. According to Mr. Dinh Quoc Phuong, director of the Interior Architecture Program at Swinburne University of Technology, tubular houses are one of the most popular types of architecture in Vietnam today. “Old tube…
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Airlines have faced many problems in recent years, but are also starting to receive positive signals. Vietnam’s opening up to tourism is expected to help the airline industry recover revenues. Vietnam Airlines Corporation (HVN) just released its financial report for the fourth quarter of 2021 showing a loss of nearly 1.12 trillion VND, bringing its loss to more than 13.3 trillion VND in 2021. This is the 8th consecutive quarter of loss for Vietnam Airlines. Added up, Vietnam Airlines lost nearly 22 trillion VND (equivalent to approximately USD 1 billion), eroding most of its net worth of more than 22.1…
In recent years, more and more companies are moving to Vietnam. Many factors have pointed to Vietnam’s burgeoning economic status, affordable workforce, and strategic location, among others. With Vietnam slowly opening its borders, how can you take advantage of this and make your first investment in the country as a foreigner? In this article we have the answer for you. Can a foreigner buy real estate in Vietnam? The answer is yes for some types of real estate and no for land ownership. You can now buy most property categories, under strict conditions, such as meeting, for example, the foreign…
With 3 days off during the Hung Kings anniversary, you can visit destinations near Ho Chi Minh City, from Da Lat, Vung Tau, to Cat Tien National Park, the West… Can Gio (HCMC): This is an option for those who want to travel during the day. You can leave early in the morning, visit the sea, visit Thanh An island, take photos to check in and enjoy interesting seafood and local food. Vung Tau (Ba Ria – Vung Tau): Only about 2.5 hours from Ho Chi Minh City, Vung Tau has a nice clean and airy beach, suitable for families.…
More than two years after the COVID-19 pandemic raged, new passenger transport is on the brink of resumption. The number of visitors gradually increases, but not much. In addition to the high petrol price, many companies are constantly making losses. Currently, every bus departure, the number of passengers fills only about 40% of the seats. That’s why most companies have only put less than half of their vehicles into service to date. A representative of the management unit of the Hanoi bus station said gasoline accounts for more than 40% of transport costs. Therefore, every time the gasoline price increases,…
Recently, Booking.com (the world’s largest online booking platform) announced a list of 10 tourist destinations that have been voted the most hospitable cities in Vietnam by tourists around the world. This list is based on 232 million reviews of real experiences from travelers who have stayed at the above attractions and is not edited in any way. These destinations are not only rich in nature and culture, but also provide guests with welcoming experiences and unparalleled hospitality, making your trip even more complete. Hoi An topped the list of most welcoming cities in Vietnam, followed by Phong Nha and Ninh…
The General Bureau of Statistics said that in 63 provinces and cities of the country, people in Dong Nai and Ho Chi Minh City have a high average life expectancy in 2016-2020 at 76.5 years. “In general, the average life expectancy of places has gradually increased over the years. 56 places will have a higher life expectancy from birth in 2020 than in 2016; only 3 places have remained unchanged and 4 places have decreased,” the General Statistical Office said in the report on the Human Development Index, published on March 31. People in Ho Chi Minh City have the…
These are brands that contribute to the development of the country’s economy and strengthen Vietnam’s position and image in the international arena. In the context of the 7th Congress of the Vietnam Young Entrepreneurs Association, term 2022-2025, on the evening of March 30 in Hanoi, the Central Committee of the Vietnam Young Entrepreneurs Association held a ceremony to present the Vietnam Gold Star Award . 2021 with the theme “Light of the future”, in honor of TOP10/TOP100/TOP200 typical Vietnamese brands. Head of Central Propaganda Department Nguyen Trong Nghia, Minister and Chairman of the Hau A Lenh Ethnic Committee presented the…
The total number of new cases as of March 31 was 80,838, 11 of which were imported and 80,827 domestic. Hung Yen province registered an additional 11,517 cases of Covid-19. The number of Covid-19 people announced on the day was 250,482. The number of people who died of Covid-19 that day was 39. On March 30, 224,848 doses of Covid-19 vaccine were administered. Another 92,355 cases of Covid-19 According to information on the afternoon of March 31 from the Ministry of Health, Vietnam registered 80,838 new infections, of which 11 were imported and 80,827 cases were detected in 62 provinces…
Whether you’re a foodie, beach lover, adventurer, or culture buff, Vietnam has everything you need to fulfill your wanderlust dreams. For Vietnamese travelers looking for something truly special to inspire their future trip, Booking.com has the ‘Most hospitable cities’ in Vietnam for 2022* drawn from more than 232 million verified reviews from real Booking.com travelers. Not only are these destinations rich in sights and culture, travelers can also discover a range of welcoming experiences and the greatest hospitality these destinations have to offer. Hoi An tops the list as Vietnam’s most welcoming city, followed by Phong Nha and Ninh Binh.…