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Almost 50,000 people from 31 countries worldwide who use the Booking app for their vacations have chosen Hanoi as one of the five ideal destinations to enjoy the single happy day that falls on November 11 this year. The Sword Lake, Hanoi, in late autumn. Photo: Le Duc Kim Every year on November 11, singles around the world celebrate spouseless on Singles’ Day. There is no better way to practice self-love and appreciation than on a solo trip. Booking.com has compiled a list of six destinations for travelers who want to embrace their independence and explore solo. A budget-friendly destination Thanks to its outstanding tourism advantages, such as affordable prices, beautiful landscapes, and vibrant nightlife, Hanoi is one of six leading travel destinations for singles, according to the accommodation booking platform. “In a world of budget travel, Hanoi is a bucket list spot, making it to the list of top 10 destinations recommended as budget-friendly by travelers worldw

As a crossroads in geography and culture, throughout its history, Vietnam has been exposed to and exchanged with many cultures and civilizations. In that process, Vietnam has become a good land for many communities, with different historical and cultural traditions, to settle down and build their lives, thereby, a country of different ethnicities was born. Up to now, 54 ethnic groups living harmoniously on the S-shaped strip of land, uniting in the common destiny of Vietnam. Amalgamation (acceptance of all differences) has been present in the Vietnamese traditional culture since the ancient age. Le Loi once forgave the enemy’s soldiers, allowing them to keep their lives. Amiability is the foremost priority Due to its strategic geo-political position, Vietnam often had to conduct defending wars against foreign invaders who were always powerful and aggressive forces. The Northern feudal empires from the Qin, Han (BC) to Qing (late 18th century), there was no dynasty that

At the meeting (Photo: VNA) Congratulating Laos on its recent development achievements, the leader affirmed that Vietnam always strives to further its support for Laos to overcome difficulties for socio-economic recovery. For her part, the Lao official said this year, the two sides have coordinated to organize many practical and meaningful activities, contributing to consolidating and strengthening the loyal, transparent, and special solidarity relationship between their parties, countries and peoples. She pledged to join Lao leaders and youth to preserve and nurture traditional friendship. President Nguyen Xuan Phuc (R) and Secretary of the Lao People’s Revolutionary Party (LPRP) Central Committee and head of its Organisation Commission Sisay Leudetmounsone (Photo: VNA) Sisay Leudetmounsone informed her host of joint works between Vietnamese and Lao Parties’ organization commissions in the past time, which included frequent exchange and sharing of information,

Your browser does not support the audio element. As expats living in Vietnam, we learn to roll with the punches, tactfully field tricky questions from locals, and smile at little kids who touch us then run away at breakneck speed giggling their heads off. Part of the package is that eerie feeling we’re being observed, but, what the hell, it’s better to be the focus of attention than ignored. When the extra attention grates on our nerves, we can pull a few tricks here and there in an effort to be less conspicuous. And that’s where the ‘mystery bag’ comes in. Most plastic bags we acquire when shopping are either clear or mostly translucent, thus affording a pretty clear view of what’s inside.  Everyone walks around with them, but over time I noticed that while locals never gawked at the bags of other Vietnamese people, many were absolutely fascinated by what’s in mine. Many Vietnamese people have not traveled abroad, or if they have it’s mostly been around Asia, so naturally they c

European champions England will also take on a playoff winner, Denmark and China in Group D, while 2003 and 2007 World Cup winners Germany will play Morocco, Colombia and South Korea in Group H at the July 20-Aug. 20 tournament next year. The U.S., champions of the last two editions of the tournament, will play all their Group E matches in New Zealand, facing Vietnam in Auckland on July 22 before a blockbuster clash against the Dutch in Wellington five days later. “We’ve got a good but somewhat tough draw,” said U.S. coach Vlatko Andonovski. “I think it’s going to be exciting (to play the Dutch) because it’s a rematch of the last World Cup final, it was also the quarter-final match of the Olympics so two quality teams playing against each other. It’s going to be a good game.” Sweden, ranked second in the world, will play South Africa, Italy and Argentina in Group G, while fifth-ranked France play Jamaica, Brazil and a playoff winner in Group F, and Spain face Costa Rica, Zambia and

The country’s landscape varies from the North to the South, from spectacular to simple and idyllic views. All are naturally endowed with many beautiful places that are adjacent or of very short distance. Discovering tourist attractions close to each other also helps to save travel time. (Photo: To Quoc) Da Nang – Hoi An They are probably the two most popular tourist cities in Vietnam, so the Da Nang – Hoi An trip is always an attractive choice for many young people. These two places are only 30 km apart, so visitors can comfortably ride a motorbike or car for commuting. They possess a lot of beautiful scenes, attractive amusement parks, wonders and heritages, and many other interesting things that anyone wants to visit once. It’s also worth mentioning the beautiful scenery you will enjoy when traveling between the two cities. (Photo: To Quoc) (Photo: To Quoc) In Da Nang, visitors can start their journey by visiting the Son Tra peninsula, the majesti