Kapok blooms bright in heritage land

01/04/2026
02:02

Ninh Bình province has witnessed the vivid red kapok blossoms lining the riverbanks. The province has welcomed over 5 million visitors, with overnight stays up more than 35%. With the kapok blooms adding to the landscape's distinctive charm this March, tourists sure are flocking to this destination, giving tourism another boost.

Kapok blooms bright in heritage land

Kapok blooms bright in heritage land

Lifestyle 02:02

Ninh Bình province has witnessed the vivid red kapok blossoms lining the riverbanks. The province has welcomed over 5 million visitors, with overnight stays up more than 35%. With the kapok blooms adding to the landscape's distinctive charm this March, tourists sure are flocking to this destination, giving tourism another boost.

Đà Lạt locals chase sunset glow

Đà Lạt locals chase sunset glow

Lifestyle 01:31

Đà Lạt now basks in its most stunning season; every street corner, every path, every frame stirs deep emotions in visitors. As always, locals and tourists flock to Xuân Hương Lake as evening falls. Its banks offer the perfect spot to soak in the full glory of the lake at sunset.

UK to Vietnam: Worth the walk

UK to Vietnam: Worth the walk

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Luke Deakin, 31, a British content creator, began one of the world’s most ambitious walks - from the U.K. to Vietnam - in September 2024. As of this Friday morning, he’s halfway there, having trekked through Turkey and now entering Kazakhstan, and hopes to finish this journey by late 2026 or mid-2027.

Gia Lai ready for tourism year

Gia Lai ready for tourism year

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Thái ethnic village attracts community tourism

Thái ethnic village attracts community tourism

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Online shopping hits $1.5 billion monthly

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