Cai Rang floating market in Can Tho city. Deputy Director of the provincial Department of Culture, Sports and Tourism, Tran Viet Phuong, said that the local tourism industry expects to generate 150 million USD this year. “We will upgrade tourism services, especially river eco-tourism, garden tours as well as meeting, conferences and exhibitions. Infrastructure will be modernized with advanced tourism services to promote the industry.” Popular destinations in Can Tho city include a Flower Street 2018, My Khanh Tourism Village and Cai Rang float market. The city expects to welcome 8 million tourists this year.
Some of Ho Chi Minh City’s most popular entertainment venues violated fire safety regulations, an inspection by city police revealed Wednesday. The city Department of Fire Prevention and Fighting Police found 151 violations after inspecting 55 bars, dance halls, theaters and cinemas in 11 downtown and outlying districts. The violations related to narrow or no exits, ineffective and inadequate firefighting tools, and unsafe electrical devices. At several bars, there was evidence of burning incense sticks and fire extinguishers stashed in boxes out of easy reach, the police said. The dimly lit bars were small but often packed with people, had…... [read more]
ĐÀ NẴNG — Food courts, an arts space and nightly musical performances are on display at Âu Cơ Park on Mỹ Khê Beach from 4pm till 10.30pm during the Summer Destination Week at the central city’s East Sea Park. Visitors can explore local cuisine and visit beach bazaars through this weekend. Local artists also set up an art space on beach with ocean scenery and nature paintings on coracles. Foodies will have a chance to exchange cooking skills and experience as well as taste food by connoisseur Phạm Tuấn Hải at outdoor stalls. Musical performers will rock on stage every…... [read more]
ĐÀ NẴNG — Food courts, an arts space and nightly musical performances are on display at Âu Cơ Park on Mỹ Khê Beach from 4pm till 10.30pm during the Summer Destination Week at the central city’s East Sea Park. Visitors can explore local cuisine and visit beach bazaars through this weekend. Local artists also set up an art space on beach with ocean scenery and nature paintings on coracles. Foodies will have a chance to exchange cooking skills and experience as well as taste food by connoisseur Phạm Tuấn Hải at outdoor stalls. Musical performers will rock on stage every…... [read more]
A colourful space of the arts On September 1, tens of thousands of Hanoians and visitors flocked to the streets to enjoy the pedestrian space around Hoan Kiem Lake in central Hoan Kiem District. Hanoi desires to turn its walking area into a special space, introducing visitors to a capital city full of arts and culture, from traditional to contemporary styles, while creating a push for the city’s tourism sector."We believe that the unique culture of Thang Long (Hanoi’s former name) along with its diverse culinary and artistic features amidst the current lifestyle will meet the needs of healthy cultural activities…... [read more]
The Hanoitimes - Hanoi pedestrian streets, which was piloted since September of 2016, has created a attractive destination for cultural activities and entertainment for both domestic and international visitors to the Capital. On September 1, tens of thousands of Hanoians and visitors flocked to the streets to enjoy the pedestrian space around Sword Lake in central Hoan Kiem District. Hanoi desires to turn its walking area into a special space, introducing visitors to a capital city full of arts and culture, from traditional to contemporary styles, while creating a push for the city’s tourism sector. Chairman of the Hanoi People’s…... [read more]
