Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh City now on the Michelin map
By Linh Dan
June 12, 2023 | 12:00
As some restaurants in Vietnam were awarded Michelin stars for the first time, high hopes are set for the country’s food and restaurant scene.
The future of tourism in Vietnam new visa policies and beyond
By Martin Koerner*
June 05, 2023 | 15:25
The approval of the new visa policies by the National Assembly is a positive step to boost tourism by attracting more foreign visitors and increasing their spending and satisfaction. However, these policies alone are not sufficient to ensure the sustainable development of the industry.
Connecting Asean to enhance international tourist flows
By Sandy Wee
May 03, 2023 | 16:22
ASEAN is incrementally forming chain connections to promote the growth of long-term international tourists. Meeting the expectations of international travellers is crucial to Vietnamese tourism. Many people are familiar with Vietnam, specifically Ho Chi Minh City, but is there more to Vietnam than the southern metropolis?
The major hindrances to tourism logistics expansion
By Angela Nguyen
May 03, 2023 | 16:00
Vietnam’s tourism logistics has not yet established optimal conditions for visitors. VIR’s Angela Nguyen spoke with Samuel Wilson, CEO of TKHS Group Incorporated, about the measure required to boost tourism logistics.
Keeping up with the race on tourism products
By Thai An
April 04, 2023 | 10:40
Pham Hai Quynh, director of the Asian Tourism Institute and chairman of the Vietnam Community Tourism Chapter, explained to VIR’s Thai An why building high-class products is vital for the industry, in addition to loosening visa policies.
Preserving traditional values through fashion
By Thai An
March 06, 2023 | 09:38
Renowned Japanese designer Kobayashi Eiko, founder of non-profit organisation Be-Japon, discussed with VIR’s Thai An about culture as symbolised in unique costumes that combine the typical traditional features of the Japanese kimono and Vietnamese ao dai.
Tightening the Vietnam-Japan friendship through culture
By Tra My
March 06, 2023 | 09:28
Japanese ambassador to Vietnam Yamada Takio told VIR’s Tra My that culture will be an important factor in strengthening the relationship between the two countries. The Kimono - Ao dai Fashion Show will serve as the opening event for a chain of cultural exchange ahead of the 50th anniversary of diplomatic relations between both countries this month.
Nguyen Thi Nga: The woman of steel waving a magic wand for vietnamese cultural values
By Viet Chung
March 06, 2023 | 09:17
BRG Group chairwoman Nguyen Thi Nga has a passion for promoting traditional and cultural values. She spoke to VIR’s Viet Chung about strengthening the cultural exchange between Vietnam and Japan, as well as the group’s other interests across sport, hospitality, and more.
Bringing ancient inspiration to modern life
By Duc Hanh
February 10, 2023 | 10:19
Tsafari’s ao dai collection is one of the most long-awaited ones for both local and foreign women in Vietnam. Founder and creative director Ho Tran Da Thao shared with VIR’s Duc Hanh her passion for the centuries-old Vietnamese carving art that helps her create a unique and elegant collection of shoes, bags, and other items.
Engineer dreaming of bespoke shoemaking in Vietnam
By Thai An
February 10, 2023 | 10:05
Despite having a high-paying job in Japan, IT engineer Le Hoang Trung still cherishes the intention of returning to Vietnam to build a bespoke handmade shoe brand, satisfying the passion he has pursued for the past decade.
Lifelong love for suit tailoring
By Hoang Oanh
February 06, 2023 | 11:13
Nghiem Van Hung, owner of Van Hung Tailor, boasts nearly 50 years of experience. He spoke to VIR’s Hoang Oanh about his love for custom tailored suits and his desire to preserve the family business.
I am Vietnamese, says Atkinson
By Bich Ngoc
January 20, 2023 | 08:08
Opening the story with VIR, Kenneth M Atkinson said, "I am Vietnamese," and showed the reporter his ID card with the Vietnamese name Pham Kien Son.
David Duong, CEO of CWS and VWS: Giving back to the motherland
By Bao Giang
January 19, 2023 | 14:23
Motherland for David Duong is the place to come back and pay it forward. After more than 40 years building businesses overseas, the CEO of both California Waste Solutions and Vietnam Waste Solutions longs to make a more meaningful contribution in his home
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