Hanoi honoured as Asia’s Leading City Break Destination
Hanoi was honoured as Asia’s Leading City Break Destination at the World Travel Awards (WTA) 2022 – Region: Asia & Oceania held in Ho Chi Minh City on September 7, according to the Hanoi Department of Tourism.
Sightseeing tour around Hanoi on a double-decker bus. (Photo: VNA)
Hanoi (VNA) – Hanoi was honoured as Asia’s LeadingCity Break Destination at the World Travel Awards (WTA) 2022 – Region: Asia& Oceania held in Ho Chi Minh City on September 7, according to the HanoiDepartment of Tourism.
The category evaluates the attractiveness of short leisurevacations and urban experience of Asia cities.
The capital city has been named among TripAdvisor’s top 25 popular destinations in Asia and sixth in the global list thisyear
The world’s largest travel site wrote the city has “agedwell, preserving the Old Quarter, monuments and colonial architecture, whilemaking room for modern developments alongside".
It also ranked first among the 10 cheapest cities to live inthe world selected by the United States’ World Packers. The city is describedas a multicultural and historical city known for architecture, street food,nightlife, and vast history.
Together with HCM City and Phu Quoc Island, Hanoi was listedamong the world’s 100 greatest places to explore on earth in 2021 by the USTime magazine.
The city was also on the list of the “Best Cities for aWorkation” released by the UK travel website Holidu, ranking 18th among the 147cities globally, and named among the top 50 cities responding the best to theCOVID-19 pandemic by the UK’s Deep Knowledge Analytics.
The WTA was launched in 1993 to acknowledge excellence inthe travel and tourism industry. Heralded as the “travel industry’s equivalentof the Oscars” by the Wall Street Journal, the awards are based on votes fromthe public and travel professionals across the globe.
The World Travel Awards (WTA) 2022 – Region: Asia & Oceania is held in Ho Chi Minh City on September 7. (Photo: VNA)
In addition to Hanoi, national flag carrier Vietnam Airlineswon the titles of Asia's Leading Airline – Economy Class and Asia's LeadingAirline Brand this year, while Vietravel Airlines was accredited as Asia'sLeading New Airline.
The Ville De Mont Mountain Resort in the northernmountainous province of Lao Cai’s Sa Pa town and Premier Village Ha Long BayResort in the northern coastal province of Quang Ninh were called onto thestage as Asia's Leading Lifestyle Resort and Asia's Leading Family Villa Resort2022, respectively./.
Vietnam has made the shortlist in 10 categories at the prestigious World Travel Awards (WTA) 2022, the Vietnam National Administration of Tourism (VNAT) said on June 6.
Ho Chi Minh City will host the Asia & Oceania Gala Ceremony of the World Travel Awards (WTA) 2022 on September 7, launched to acknowledge excellence in the travel and tourism industry.
Vietnamese airlines and destinations were named among the winners at the award ceremony of the World Travel Awards 2022 - Region: Asia & Oceania, which took place in Ho Chi Minh City on September 7 evening.
The ambassador noted that among the 300,000 Vietnamese residing in the RoK, around 3,000 are living in Pyeongtaek and contributing actively to the local economy. Ho expressed his hope that the local authorities will continue support the overseas Vietnamese community in the city.
This is the first time since the adoption of the Convention that a country has served two consecutive terms on the Committee. The outcome shows the trust and recognition that member states have given Vietnam for its efforts and achievements in carrying out and promoting the Convention, as well as for its active role, strong standing, and growing credibility at UNESCO.
Quang Duc pottery is known for its wide range of forms, including wine bottles, jars, lime pots, vases, plant pots, incense burners and candle stands. Decorative motifs are equally rich, featuring mythical creatures, pastoral scenes, floral patterns, deer, peacocks, bats and more.
Vietnam’s cinematic appeal lies in its diverse settings, from terraced mountains and limestone karsts to bustling markets and ancient towns. Its mix of ethnic vibes, buzzing street life, and old traditions gives directors a goldmine for storytelling.
The Vietnamese team will gather on June 26 in Ba Ria-Vung Tau, where they will train until July 14 before departing for Indonesia for the ASEAN U23 Championship 2025, which runs from July 15 to 29. Vietnam will face Laos on July 19 and Cambodia on July 22 in the group stage.
The exhibition showcases more than 100 valuable documents and artifacts, divided into two main parts: “Journalist Nguyen Ai Quoc – Ho Chi Minh” and “President Ho Chi Minh – Founder and Mentor of Vietnamese Revolutionary Press.” This is an opportunity to recall the late leader’s journalism journey and affirm his exceptional role in founding and guiding the revolutionary press in Vietnam.
For the first time, the World DanceSport Federation (WDSF) has granted Vietnam hosting rights for the two championships, including the Asian women’s solo category, which debuts this year as an officially recognised event.
Eight teams will join the tournament, divided into two groups. Group A features Vietnam, the Philippines, Sichuan Club (China), and Australia, while Group B consists of Vietnam U21, Korabelka Club (Russia), Taiwan (China), and U21 Thailand.
Despite strong home support and high expectations, Vietnam were unable to overcome the defending champions, who secured their third consecutive win over Vietnam in a regional final, following previous victories in 2014 and 2023.
The event, part of Vietnam’s cultural diplomacy strategy through 2030, was jointly organised by the Vietnamese Embassy in Venezuela and USM’s Faculty of International Relations. It attracted thousands of students from universities across Venezuela.
For the first time, Vietnamese audiences will have the opportunity to experience the ballet masterpiece "Don Quixote" in its original version by renowned choreographer Marius Petipa.
The contest carried deep meaning as it was the first time the life of Vietnamese women abroad had been highlighted as the central theme, said poet and writer Nguyen Quang Thieu, Chairman of the Vietnam Writers’ Association.
The event formed part of Vietnam’s ongoing campaign to seek UNESCO World Heritage status for the complex at the 47th session of the UNESCO World Heritage Committee, scheduled to take place in Paris in July.
Creative cultural festivals are fast emerging as a new catalyst for tourism development in Vietnam, as localities increasingly invest in these vibrant events on a more systematic and larger scale.
This marks the first time Vietnam has hosted a continental-level Muay event which will feature competitions across 28 weight categories in combat and eight performance categories.
Coming to the Vietnamese booth, visitors had the chance to take part in a bamboo dance, a workshop on painting woven bamboo or rattan, or quizzes about Vietnam.
These are impressive achievements, not only showing the efforts and prowess of Vietnamese paddlers but also serving as proof of the sports sector’s strategic and systematic investment.
Sightseeing tour around Hanoi on a double-decker bus. (Photo: VNA)
The World Travel Awards (WTA) 2022 – Region: Asia & Oceania is held in Ho Chi Minh City on September 7. (Photo: VNA)
