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Explore the world famous rivers Not only the spectacular landscape, flowing through human civilizations, the longest and oldest rivers below also give visitors many interesting experiences. Danube River. DANUBE RIVER It is the second longest river in Europe, after the Volga in Russia. No wonder the 2,850km long stream will take you to discover many beautiful sights in 10 countries: Romania, Hungary, Serbia, Germany, Austria, Bulgaria, Slovakia, Croatia, Ukraine and Moldova. The Danube River is like a green silk strip connecting Europe from West to East. On that blue silk, Budapest is like the most brilliant jewel. The ancient capital of the Austro-Hungarian Empire has always been likened to the heart of Europe, the pearl of the Danube. It seems that nowhere along the Danube river is as beautiful and romantic as in Budapest. The city is located at the bend where the Danube River changes its course from East-West to North-South direction. The river is lyrical and in tune with this herita...

Many countries postpone the "tourist bubble" program The negotiation plan to establish a "travel bubble" and a green lane between countries that have successfully controlled the pandemic has been launched by many Asian countries to rescue the tourism industry during the Covid-19 season. However, up to this point, the high number of Covid-19 infections has significantly affected tourism stimulus plans in some countries.  Singapore - Hong Kong "air travel bubble" will be delayed for at least 2 weeks Photo: AP A “tourist bubble” is an exclusive agreement between countries or localities that has been quite successful in preventing the Covid-19 pandemic. Thanks to this agreement, people can travel freely between countries without having to be quarantined upon entry. The move will allow countries to take the first steps towards restarting tourism. As expected, the Singapore - Hong Kong "air travel bubble" began to be deployed on November 22, but was fo...

 Despite the increase of Covid-19, Japan continues to stimulate tourism demand Japanese Prime Minister Yoshihide Suga on November 25 defended the Government's decision to continue the tourism support campaign to boost the economy called "Go To Travel". "). Tokyo capital in the "Go To Travel" campaign (Photo: Kyodo) At the same time, Mr. Suga reiterated the statement that there is no evidence that the tourism stimulus program causing the Covid-19 outbreak is taking place in the country. The Japanese Prime Minister's remarks at a meeting of the budget committee in the House of Representatives came a day after the Japanese government said it would remove Sapporo and Osaka from the subsidy program due to the increase in the number of Covid-19 cases. -19 these two cities. "The reality is that the 'Go To Travel' campaign is supporting local economies," Prime Minister Suga replied to a question from Yukio Edano, Chairman of the Constitutional...

Australia can welcome international tourists by the end of 2021 For the first time since the emergence of the Covid-19 pandemic, Australia mentioned the possibility of starting to welcome international tourists from the end of next year. Australian Minister of Trade, Tourism and Investment Simon Birmingham said that the optimistic news that a Covid-19 vaccine could be put into use from the first quarter or second quarter of next year would make the number of tourists International tourism into the country increased rapidly from the end of 2021. This statement shows that the Australian government is considering the possibility of opening the border by the end of 2021 when the Covid-19 vaccine is widely deployed to all communities. This is optimistic news for many Australian travel and service companies and are doing business with Australia. Australia has just opened its doors to tourists from New Zealand. AFP source. The tourism industry is one of the sectors that have suffered heavy lo...

 Spain: Valencia - The first city in the world to measure carbon from tourism activities Located on the Mediterranean coast, Valencia - Spain's third largest city since mid-November this year has become the first city in the world to measure and control carbon emissions from visitors' activities. . This is part of the city's new strategy for sustainable tourism. Valencia has become the first city in the world to measure and control carbon emissions from tourism. Valencia has been transforming towards a green future for many years. Sustainable development is a pillar of the city's tourism strategy. According to research by the city's tourism board, carbon emissions from tourism are spread out in 10 areas, including water and waste management, transportation to and around the city, and transportation activities. reside. The study found that carbon emissions from tourism accounted for 1.3 million tons of CO2 in 2019, and 81% of carbon emissions were from transport to t...

Oman - Gulf countries exempt visas for 103 countries to stimulate tourism To support the struggling tourism industry, Oman will exempt visas for up to 10 days for citizens from 103 countries, including Vietnam. Muscat - the capital and largest city of Oman. Source: Reuters Citizens from 103 countries, including Vietnam, will be exempted from visas to enter Oman for a period of 10 days. Information from the Royal Oman Police said that travelers need a hotel booking confirmation, health insurance and return tickets to be able to receive this new type of tourist visa. The move is aimed at supporting the country's struggling tourism industry and economy. Last week, the Oman side said it would continue to issue tourist visas to groups of guests who booked tours from hotels and tour operators, but were delayed due to the Covid-19 pandemic. The Gulf country has resumed international flights since the beginning of October, but only citizens, holders of valid residence and work visas can en...

 Japan suspends domestic tourism stimulus program Prime Minister Suga Yoshihide said the domestic tourism stimulus program "Go To Travel" will be temporarily suspended nationwide from December 28, 2020 to January 11, 2021. People wear masks to prevent the spread of COVID-19 in Tokyo, Japan, December 12, 2020. (Source: THX/VNA) On December 14, Japanese Prime Minister Suga Yoshihide said that the Government of Japan will suspend the domestic tourism stimulus program "Go To Travel" nationwide in the context of the number of cases of SARS-CoV-2 virus infection. cause COVID-19 to increase. Speaking at the meeting of the government's task force to respond to the COVID-19 epidemic, Prime Minister Suga said the above subsidy program will be temporarily suspended nationwide from December 28, 2020 to January 11, 2020. 2021. The Japanese government will make the next decision depending on the development of the epidemic situation after the New Year holiday. Under the ...

Japan cancels annual Sapporo Snow Festival for the first time This is the first time since the event, held annually since 1950, has been canceled, due to the raging COVID-19 pandemic. Visitors at the Sapporo Snow Festival 2020. (Photo: Kyodo/VNA) There will be no annual Sapporo Snow Festival in 2021, one of Japan's biggest winter events held on the northernmost main island of Hokkaido around February. This is the first time since the event, held annually since 1950, has been canceled, due to the raging COVID-19 pandemic. In a statement on December 14, the festival organizers said this is a very sad decision, but it is necessary to protect the people. Usually, during the Sapporo Snow Festival season, the city centers will be decorated with large snow and ice statues. This year, however, that will change as the festival will focus on spreading historical information online about the event as well as its winter charms. Organizers also said that the main streets in the city are decorat...

Continuing to implement the "Three countries, one destination" model The Cambodia - Laos - Vietnam development triangle tourism development plan for the period 2020-2025 with a vision to 2030 has just been approved by the leaders of Cambodia, Laos and Vietnam (CLV) with the desire to bring Regional tourism develops sustainably, becoming an attractive destination of the world.  The system of tourism products in the development triangle area is increasingly diversified Tourism improves people's lives This plan is a regional strategy document related to tourism development in 13 provinces in the development triangle area (DTA) of Cambodia, Laos and Vietnam including: Ratanakiri, Stung Treng, Mondulkiri, Kraté (Cambodia). ; Attapu, Salavan, Sekong, Champasak (Laos); Kon Tum, Gia Lai, Dak Lak, Dak Nong, Binh Phuoc (Vietnam). The tourism development plan in the CLV DTA area, developed and implemented, will contribute to connecting the tourism potentials of the three countries, ...

Cambodia's tourist city "transforms" during the epidemic According to SCMP, there are few cities in Asia that contain unique cultural tourism like Siem Reap (Cambodia). Cambodia's small city - Siem Reap used to be the gateway to the Angkor archaeological park for many years before becoming a tourist destination in its own right. Siem Reap's economy is currently being heavily affected by the Covid-19 epidemic, but large-scale infrastructure projects to develop tourism continue to be implemented in the long term. One of these projects must include the Angkor Wat temple complex. From provinces to urban areas, the city of temples (Temple Town) has witnessed a tremendous increase in tourists in recent years because of the attractiveness of riverside cities, luxury shops, etc. respect and hospitality of the people here. Although tourists decreased in 2019 because of the epidemic, tourism in this land has left a deep impression in the hearts of visitors who have visited....