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Time Out lists Hoi An among best places to travel in July
British magazine Time Out has ranked Hoi An, an ancient city in the central province of Quang Nam, seventh in its list of the 13 best places to travel in July, reported the Vietnam National Administration of Tourism (VNAT)’s Information Centre on May 20.
The magazine highlighted July as an ideal month for globetrotters seeking cross-country adventures.
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A corner of Hoi An ancient town. |
It emphasised the allure of Vietnam's central coast, with Hoi An emerging as a top vacation destination for many, saying that Hoi An boasts stunning beaches with pristine water, soft white sand and sunny climate - a combination that has earned accolades and high praise from the international press. Renowned beaches like Cu Lao Cham, An Bang, Cua Dai, and Ha My further solidify Hoi An's reputation as a beach paradise.
Beyond its unspoiled natural landscapes, Hoi An is also known for its ancient streets recognised by UNESCO as a World Cultural Heritage. They captivate visitors with its picturesque yellow-walled buildings and quaint brown-tiled roofs, complemented by a plethora of souvenir shops that add to the vibrant atmosphere.
On the 14th and 15th days of the lunar month, visitors will have an opportunity to partake in the Lantern Festival to see hundreds of lanterns gently float along the poetic Hoai river, creating a mesmerising sight, it said.
BAC GIANG - Viet Yen township has the largest number of historical relics in Bac Giang province. However, every year, the number of tourists to the locality remains modest, mainly for worshiping Buddha at famous spiritual relic sites and at the beginning of the year. To better tap its advantages, Viet Yen has invested in embellishing relic sites and building more tourist attractions, creating "highlights" that attract tourists.
A high-speed boat named Thang Long, with a capacity of carrying 1,017 passengers, was launched by Phu Quoc Express on May 13 to link Ho Chi Minh City with Con Dao Island, in the southern province of Ba Ria – Vung Tau.
BAC GIANG – Luc Ngan district (Bac Giang province) expects to harvest early ripening lychee and black grape in the next 10 days. Seizing this opportunity, many local tourism cooperatives have built tours, connected with travel agencies and prepared conditions to welcome visitors.
Vietnam has been nominated in several major categories at the prestigious World Travel Awards (WTA) 2024 for the Asia and Oceania region, according to the Vietnam National Administration of Tourism.
Facilitative visa policies and attractive tourism stimulus programmes have proven effective in attracting a high number of international visitors to Vietnam compared to the same period last year.
Source: VNA
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