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According to Tien Phong (Vanguard) newspaper, the cost of a standard meal provided to the team of eight athletes is VND800,000 (US$33). However, the meal consists exclusively of fried tofu, braised basa fish, fried spring rolls, boiled vegetables, and tomato soup. According to the athletes who spoke to Tien Phong, they often had to purchase additional food themselves to supplement the insufficient portions provided, in order to maintain their energy levels for training. Upon the receipt of their allowances, a portion of it had to be allocated to their coaches. Following the report, the SAV has initiated investigations to validate and obtain further clarification on the information provided in the news coverage. As part of this process, they conducted organized meetings with relevant agencies. After a meeting held on Tuesday, the officials of the Sports Administration of Viet Nam (SAV) have made an important announcement regarding the relocation of the national youth table tennis t...

The event was organized by the Vietnam-France Friendship Association in Hanoi on September 23 to commemorate the 50th anniversary of bilateral diplomatic ties and the 10th anniversary of the establishment of the bilateral strategic partnership. Vice President of the association, Nguyen Thai Dung, stated that the forum provided an opportunity for businesses to explore potential tourism in both Vietnam and France, as well as exchange tourism products. Obstacles to tourism development were also discussed, with the aim of helping the two countries develop policies to improve the situation and promote tourism cooperation, according to Dung. Le Ba Dung, Vice Chairman of the Hanoi Tourism Association, highlighted that Vietnam and Hanoi in particular have become a popular destination for French tourists. He suggested enhancing cooperation between travel partners and airlines to fully leverage the potential and advantages in this regard. Le Thuy Nhung, a representative from Vietravel...

The final night of Miss Grand Vietnam 2022 was organized at Phu Tho Indoor Sport Center in District 11, Ho Chi Minh City on Saturday evening with the participation of 50 beauties. The judging panel included former beauty queen Ha Kieu Anh, film director Hoang Nhat Nam, supermodel Minh Tu, actor Minh Tiep, and designer Do Long, among others. The event also saw the attendance of Nawat Itsaragrisil, president of Miss Grand International, and Teresa Chaivisut, vice-president of Miss Grand International. Vietnam 2022 in Ho Chi Minh City, October 1, 2022. Photo: Kieng Can / Tuoi Tre" src="https://secure3.vncdn.vn/ttnew/r/2022/10/02/1bc638516412a34cfa03-1664646168226411435339-1664682877.jpg"> Doan Thien An in her evening gown during the finale of Miss Grand Vietnam 2022 in Ho Chi Minh City, October 1, 2022. Photo: Kieng Can / Tuoi Tre The competition night started at 7:30 pm and lasted for nearly five hours, including a 45-minute section during which the o...

The best time to visit the ‘infinity sea’ in Thuy Xuan and Thuy Hai Communes, Thai Thuy District, Thai Binh Province, is between 4:30 am to 6:00 am when the beach and sky appear to plunge into each other, reflecting hues of blue like a giant mirror above natural oceanic oasis. Mornings are also the time when local fisherman head out to sea on their hunt for clams. Locals claim that the best season for visitors to explore and enjoy the ‘infinity sea’ is from the third to the ninth month of the lunar calendar.  Locals harvest clams at Thuy Xuan Beach, Thai Thuy District, Thai Binh Province, northern Vietnam. Photo: Bui Quang Thieu / Tuoi Tre Conversely, the lack of early morning sunlight make spring and winter the worst seasons for visiting the area. Despite the unfavorable weather on the most recent National Day (September 2) holiday, about 2,000 tourists visited the ‘infinity sea.’ The popular beach saw an average of 500 visitors each day between September...

The afternoon meal of Hanoians is not only a solid and nutritional meal, but also a habit of snacking or eating something to boost your energy after a hard working day. During the autumn time, different types of cake dishes become the most popular choices among people living in the capital. Banh Duc Nong (Steamed Rice Cake) Photo: @bachuaviahe If you enjoy the deliciously spicy and hot taste in your mouth, this steamed rice cake dish will be your perfect choice for an afternoon snack, especially in the cold weather. There are two types of Banh Duc in Vietnam, the white Northern Vietnamese cake and the green Southern version. Particularly, Banh Duc is a nostalgic food that is close to the heart of those born in the countryside. It soothes not only the chilly weather but also the soul. Banh Duc is a cake made from either non-glutinous rice flour or corn flour. It is white in color and has a soft texture and mild flavor. It is typically garnished with savory ingredients s...

The Phong Nha-Ke Bang National Park surrounded by the Truong Son mountain range is home to hundreds of breathtaking caves. Va Cave is among the 20 latest caves discovered by a group of explorers from the British Caving Association. The stalagmites and stalactites in the cave are unique and shaped like bamboo shoots lined up like chess pieces on a chessboard. Va Cave is in the less popular core zone. Ho Khanh, a cave expert in Quang Binh, said it is a mysterious cave. The majestic stalagmites and stalactites inside the cave are in strange shapes that are hard to find in other caves and created by a river flowing through the cracks of these natural stones. The cave has huge spaces as well as small ones that can fit one person. At the end of the cave are stalagmites and stalactites arranged one on top of the other around a calm lake. Water plays an important role in shaping these stalagmites as the “stone shoots” grow from the water, earning the stalagmites the name “Thach Thuy”....

With a score of 89.77 points, Phu Quoc Island ranks sixth among the 10 favorite Asian islands voted by Condé Nast Traveler readers, according to Hanoi Times. Vietnam 's Phu Quoc Among The Most Favorite Islands in Asia" style="max-width:100%; padding:0px; margin:0px;" title=" Vietnam 's Phu Quoc Among The Most Favorite Islands in Asia"> Dubbed as “Sleepless City,” Grand World – part of the Phu Quoc United Centre – is expected to set the scene for the development of night-time economy in Vietnam . Photo: Internet The magazine’s 2022 Readers’ Choice Awards features various categories such as “The Best Cities in the World”, “The Best Resorts in the World”, “The Best Spas in the World”, “Top Countries in the World”, “Top Islands in Asia” among others. According to the magazine, 500,000 votes were cast in this year’s awards. This is the 35th time this annual award is held to honor the world’s leading travel destinations and services, rangin...

Compared to the loud and busy Co To the main island with excellent tourism services for tourists, Thanh Lan – a small island commune is like a different world. Thanh Lan island is located in the east of Co To island district, 4 km from the center, and about 40 km from Cai Rong Port (Van Don). From Cai Rong Port, visitors can go directly by speedboat to Thanh Lan for only about 1.5 hours. Photo: Mytour Thanh Lan island has an area of about 27km2, and the natural forest covers more than 70% of the place. Even though it is not too large, the beautiful island has very diverse and rich resources, creating many interesting activities for tourists who visit here. Thanh Lan is only 250 kilometers away from the country’s capital, Hanoi, 950 kilometers from Hoi An/Danang, and 1,920 kilometers from Ho Chi Minh city. Photo: Tour Pro The seawater in Thanh Lan island is famous for its crystal clear and blue color. Standing on the sandy golden beach and looking over at a ...

The rainfall in Huong Khe district of Ha Tinh province is measured up to 417.8mm at 10 a.m. on September 29. A prolonged spell of torrential rain inundates thousands of households in the central region, forcing residents to evacuate to safer places. As many as 409 households in Huong Khe district of Ha Tinh province have so far been isolated due to flooding. A dyke section in Nghe An province breaks on the night of September 29. Hundreds of residents and military officers had been on-site in order to protect the dyke under the rainy conditions. travel ling." data-alt="The water level continues to rise, thereby causing difficulties for local people when travel ling." data-embed-button="media_browser" data-entity-embed-display="view_mode:media.embedded" data-entity-embed-display-settings="The water level continues to rise, thereby causing difficulties for local people when travel ling." data-entity-type=...