Hue - A Heritage City and the Journey of cultural connection with Japan
01/12/2025 06:56
In the context of the increasingly extensive development of Vietnam-Japan relations, local cooperation has become an important driving force that fosters strong and lasting ties between the two countries. For Hue - Vietnam’s unique heritage city - Japan is not only a partner in economy, trade, and tourism, but also a special companion in the journey of cultural exchange, people-to-people engagement, and sustainable development rooted in heritage values.
Welcoming the first charter flight from Shenzhen (China) to Hue
30/11/2025 16:41
On the evening of November 29, the Department of Tourism coordinated with relevant units, to organize a welcome event for the first flight and its passengers traveling from Shenzhen (China) to Hue City by air. Attending the program was Mr. Nguyen Thanh Binh, Standing Vice Chairman of Hue City People’s Committee.
A historic SEA Games for Hue sports
29/11/2025 14:47
“Vietnam Sports Administration (Ministry of Culture, Sports & Tourism) has just issued a decision to establish Vietnam Sports Delegation for SEA Games 33, in which Hue sports contributes 1 coach and 7 athletes,” said Bui Thanh Dung, Deputy Director of the Department of Culture & Sports on the afternoon of November 28th.
Hue tourism needs bold transformation to break through
21/11/2025 06:25
In the tourism and service development orientation of Hue City for the 2025-2030 period, with a vision to 2045, Hue tourism aims to attract 10-12 million visitors by 2030, achieving annual growth of 18-20%, with international visitors accounting for about 45+50%. Speaking with Hue Today Weekly, Mr. Dinh Manh Thang, Vice Chairman of Vietnam Tourism Association and Chairman of Hue Tourism Association, stated that despite encouraging achievements, Hue tourism still faces issues that require bold change to achieve sustainable development.
The guardian of the mountain soul
17/11/2025 14:13
The melancholic sound of the khen flute drifts through the mist along the mountain slopes, whispering in harmony with the babbling streams and the rhythmic clatter of looms, creating a mystical melody that captivates travelers. The village of A Luoi today bustles with visitors from afar, as the local people have learned to leverage their cultural identity for tourism. Behind these transformations are the tireless footsteps of a Pa Co woman who loves her homeland - That is Ms. Le Thi Them, the former Head of the Culture and Information Department of the former A Luoi District, now the Head of the Party Building Committee of A Luoi 1 Commune.
The fifth event of the 10th Hue City Sports Festival kicks off
16/11/2025 12:57
The Shuttlecock Kicking Tournament of the 10th Hue City Sports Festival (2025–2026) opened on the morning of October 15 at Canh Buom Sport Hall (100 Pham Van Dong Street), bringing together 51 athletes from Hue University, Binh Dien Commune, Phu Xuan Ward, and Phu Bai Ward to compete.
Leveraging the value of Ho Chi Minh relics to promote tourism development
15/11/2025 17:52
Nearly 5 years into implementation, the project “Promoting the Value of Ho Chi Minh Relics in Hue City to Serve Tourism Development” for the 2021-2025 period has attracted participation from nearly 10 travel agencies offering tours to the Ho Chi Minh Museum and other relic sites.
Building a widespread community tourism network
13/11/2025 15:06
This was among the key outcomes shared at the Conference on Reviewing the Implementation of Resolution 05/2019/NQ-HDND issued by the Provincial People’s Council (now Hue City People’s Council) on policies supporting community-based tourism (CBT) development in Thua Thien Hue Province (now Hue City) through 2025. The conference, organized by the Department of Tourism on the morning of November 12th, gathered representatives from departments, agencies, and 40 communes and wards across the city.
13 Michelin-starred chefs bring the essence of world cuisine to Vietnam
13/11/2025 11:49
As a part of 2025 National Tourism Year, the Event Week titled “100 Flavors - Michelin-Starred Chefs” will take place from November 23 to 30 in Ho Chi Minh City and Hue.
Strengthening adaptation to natural disasters
10/11/2025 19:37
Recent floods and extreme weather events have severely affected the tourism industry. As a key economic sector, tourism must shift its mindset from passive response to proactive adaptation to enhance resilience against climate change.
Culture and Tourism news bulletin No.207
02/06/2024 07:00
Having formed over thousands of years, the ancient wells in Gio An have never run dry. The water from these wells is always cool and fresh, flowing year-round to serve the needs of local residents and becoming a highlight that attracts tourists.
Culture and Tourism news bulletin No.206
26/05/2024 07:00
Within the framework of the Hue International Art Festival Week 2024, the opening ceremony will be held for the first time at Kien Trung Palace. This is one of the important palaces in the Nguyen Dynasty's system of palaces. The Hue International Art Festival Week 2024 is scheduled to take place from June 7th to 12th.
Increasing guest experience and developing Lang Co tourism
24/05/2024 10:03
May 2024 is also the 15th anniversary of Lang Co Bay being honored as the world's most beautiful bay. Over the past 15 years, with its brand, Lang Co has gradually attracted a large number of tourists to visit and relax, contributing to the province's tourism development.
Culture and Tourism news bulletin No.205
19/05/2024 07:00
The arrangement is to celebrate the Vesak 2568. The seven lotus flowers represent the seven first steps taken by the Buddha at his birth. They were first introduced in Huế during the 2008 United Nations Day of Vesak and maintained ever since as a symbol marking the arrival of Vesak.
Culture and Tourism news bulletin No.204
12/05/2024 07:00
Located about 30 km north of Hue City, Quang Loi Lagoon is an intriguing destination within the Tam Giang Lagoon system - the largest brackish water lagoon in Southeast Asia.
Culture and Tourism news bulletin No.203
05/05/2024 07:00
You’ve just watched beautiful images of lotus in the bright sunshine of summer, with lotus blooming gracefully and smelling pleasantly.
Kick off the summer tourism season
03/05/2024 15:33
This is a group of guests from a business that combines tourism experiences and sports festivals on Tam Giang Lagoon. Under hot weather, water wave experiences and team-building games that bond the group make the guests feel excited.
Culture and Tourism news bulletin No.202
28/04/2024 07:00
Team building combined with summer tourism is not new, but this summer travel season, many people would have the opportunity to try team building experiences on the Tam Giang Lagoon for the first time.
Culture and Tourism news bulletin No.201
21/04/2024 07:00
You just watched pictures of Firmiana simplex flowers blooming in the Hue Imperial Palace, making many tourists excited. This species is also known as the royal flowers.
Culture and Tourism news bulletin No.200
14/04/2024 07:00
Time Out - Britain's leading travel magazine ranked Vietnam in the top 9 safest destinations in the world for solo female travelers.